Published 22 September 2026 · By Jatin Dua, Broker of Record, RE/MAX Quantum Realty
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The best condo buildings to rent in The Beaches are The Boardwalk, The Beach Condominiums V, North Beach, Bellefair Kew Beach Residences and Two Hundred Condos. Condo apartments leased through TRREB’s MLS® System in district E02 averaged $2,069 a month for a one-bedroom and $2,914 for a two-bedroom in Q2 2026.
Pick on transit, suite size and what the rent includes — not on the lobby.
The five at a glance
| # | Building | Address | Built | Why renters like it |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Boardwalk | 35 Boardwalk Dr | 2001 | Rare full-service (concierge) building steps from Woodbine Beach, with utilities reported as included in condo fees |
| 2 | The Beach Condominiums V | 1863 Queen St E | 2006 | A mid-sized building right on the Queen Street East strip with utilities largely covered by fees |
| 3 | North Beach | 601 Kingston Rd | 2006 | A value-leaning Upper Beach mid-rise with utilities reported as included in condo fees |
| 4 | Bellefair Kew Beach Residences | 2 Bellefair Ave | 2015 | A newer boutique loft building a short walk from Kew Gardens and the lake |
| 5 | Two Hundred Condos | 200 Woodbine Ave | 2021 | A 2021 boutique building offering newer finishes and larger-than-average suites in the Beaches |
How I chose them: I looked at The Beaches the way a tenant should — how quickly you reach transit, what the building actually offers day to day, suite sizes, building age and condition, and how many units come up for lease so you have choice. This is my own shortlist, not a paid or third-party ranking, and every building fact below is linked to a source at the end.
What renting a condo in The Beaches costs right now
| Q2 2026, condo apartments | Avg 1-bed | Avg 2-bed | Units leased |
|---|---|---|---|
| TRREB district E02 | $2,069 | $2,914 | 74 |
| City of Toronto | $2,316 | $3,154 | 15,388 |
| Whole GTA (TRREB area) | $2,273 | $3,013 | 21,251 |
Source: TRREB Rental Market Report, Q2 2026. District E02 is the TRREB reporting area that covers The Beaches; it is wider than the neighbourhood itself, so treat these as a guide rather than a quote for any one building.
Across the GTA, average condo rents were still below a year earlier in Q2 2026 — one-bedrooms down 2.3% and two-bedrooms down 1.7% — with 27,844 units listed for rent against 21,251 leased. TRREB says conditions still favour renters, which means there is usually room to negotiate on start date, parking or a longer term.
The top 5 condo buildings to rent in The Beaches
The Boardwalk
35 Boardwalk Dr
Completed 2001 · 5 storeys
Getting around: Near Woodbine Beach; a longer walk north to the 501 Queen streetcar, with Woodbine buses nearby.
What the building offers: Concierge; exercise room; guest suites; entertainment room; security guard.
What renters should know:
- Condo fees are reported to include heat, hydro, water and A/C, so landlords often rent all-inclusive
- Older low-rise with larger layouts (roughly 95 suites) steps from the beach and boardwalk
- Sister building The Boardwalk II is at 9 Boardwalk Dr
Why it makes the list: Rare full-service (concierge) building steps from Woodbine Beach, with utilities reported as included in condo fees.
The Beach Condominiums V
1863 Queen St E
Completed 2006 · 5 storeys · about 69 suites
Getting around: 501 Queen streetcar at the door.
What the building offers: Party room; meeting room; BBQs permitted; underground parking; visitor parking.
What renters should know:
- Part of a series of Beach Condominiums buildings along Queen St E
- Heat, A/C, water and parking reported as included in condo fees
- On the main Queen Street East strip: very walkable, some street noise
Why it makes the list: A mid-sized building right on the Queen Street East strip with utilities largely covered by fees.
North Beach
601 Kingston Rd
Completed 2006 · 6 storeys · about 72 suites · Developer: Namara Developments
Getting around: On Kingston Rd, served by Kingston Road surface transit that connects to Line 2.
What the building offers: Party room; meeting room; BBQs permitted; underground parking.
What renters should know:
- Upper Beach location on Kingston Rd, quieter and slightly more affordable than Queen St E
- Heat, A/C, water and parking reported as included in condo fees
- 9-foot ceilings and open layouts
Why it makes the list: A value-leaning Upper Beach mid-rise with utilities reported as included in condo fees.
Bellefair Kew Beach Residences
2 Bellefair Ave
Completed 2015 · 4 storeys · about 29 suites · Developer: Reserve Properties
Getting around: Steps from the 501 Queen streetcar.
What the building offers: Gym; party room; BBQs permitted; security system.
What renters should know:
- Boutique loft building (29 suites), so rentals come up infrequently
- Close to Kew Gardens and the boardwalk
- Heat, A/C, water and parking reported as included in condo fees
Why it makes the list: A newer boutique loft building a short walk from Kew Gardens and the lake.
Two Hundred Condos
200 Woodbine Ave
Completed 2021 · 6 storeys · Developer: The Riedel Group
Getting around: Woodbine Ave buses at the door; a short walk to Queen St E streetcars.
What the building offers: Bike storage; BBQs permitted; visitor parking; security system.
What renters should know:
- One of the newest condos in the Beaches; very small (roughly 24–31 suites)
- Suites listed around 900–1,000 sq ft, larger than typical new builds
- Limited amenities compared with downtown towers
Why it makes the list: A 2021 boutique building offering newer finishes and larger-than-average suites in the Beaches.
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Living in The Beaches as a renter
A lakeside residential neighbourhood of Victorian and Edwardian houses, known for its boardwalk and sandy beaches. Condos are mostly small low- and mid-rise buildings rather than towers.
| The Beaches in brief | |
|---|---|
| Where it is | Kingston Rd / Dundas St E (north) to Lake Ontario (south), Coxwell Ave (west) to Victoria Park Ave (east). |
| Transit | 501 Queen streetcar along Queen St E; Kingston Road streetcar/bus service; buses (e.g. Woodbine, Coxwell, Main) run north to Line 2 stations such as Main Street. Danforth GO (Lakeshore East) is near Main Street station. No subway runs through the neighbourhood itself. |
| Everyday life | Queen Street East retail strip of independent shops; Kew Gardens, Woodbine Beach, Ashbridges Bay Park and the boardwalk with the Martin Goodman Trail. |
| Official City neighbourhood | The Beaches (Woodbine Corridor to the northwest) |
Things renters in The Beaches should know
- Condo supply is small and boutique, so vacancies are few and move quickly
- Transit is streetcar/bus-based; the subway is a bus ride north
- Summer beach crowds and events add traffic and noise near the waterfront; lake winds in winter
Before you sign a condo lease
- Use the Ontario Standard Lease. Landlords of most private rental units, condos included, must use the province’s standard lease template for new leases.
- Deposits are capped. A landlord can ask for a rent deposit of no more than one month’s rent, and it must go toward your last month. Damage deposits are not allowed; a key or fob deposit must be refundable. See Ontario rental deposit rules.
- Check the rent-control date. The annual guideline (2.1% for 2026, 1.9% for 2027) does not apply to units first occupied as residences after 15 November 2018. Ask when the building was first occupied — in newer towers your increases are negotiable, not capped.
- Get utilities in writing. Newer towers usually meter hydro separately; many older buildings include it in the condo fee. It can be a real monthly difference.
- Read the condo rules. Tenants must follow the corporation’s declaration and rules — pets, move-in bookings, elevator deposits and short-term rental bans all live there.
The takeaway
In The Beaches, The Boardwalk and The Beach Condominiums V are where I would start, but the right building depends on your commute and whether you want amenities or square footage. Compare the all-in monthly cost — rent, hydro, parking, locker — not the headline rent, and remember that in Q2 2026 renters, not landlords, had the upper hand across the GTA.
Frequently asked questions
What are the best condo buildings to rent in The Beaches?
My top five for renters are The Boardwalk, The Beach Condominiums V, North Beach, Bellefair Kew Beach Residences and Two Hundred Condos, chosen for transit access, amenities, suite sizes, building condition and rental supply.
How much does it cost to rent a condo in The Beaches?
In Q2 2026, condo apartments leased in TRREB district E02, which covers The Beaches, averaged $2,069 a month for a one-bedroom and $2,914 for a two-bedroom. The City of Toronto averages were $2,316 and $3,154.
Which condo in The Beaches is best for transit?
North Beach at 601 Kingston Rd: on Kingston Rd, served by Kingston Road surface transit that connects to Line 2.
Are older or newer condos better to rent in The Beaches?
Newer towers offer more amenities and modern finishes but smaller suites, separately metered hydro and no rent-control guideline if first occupied after 15 November 2018. Older buildings usually have larger layouts and often include utilities in the rent.
Is rent control in effect for condo rentals in Toronto?
Yes for units first occupied as residences on or before 15 November 2018, where increases are limited to the provincial guideline (2.1% in 2026 and 1.9% in 2027) once every 12 months. Units first occupied after that date are exempt from the guideline.
Do I pay a realtor to help me rent a condo?
On most MLS condo leases in the GTA the landlord pays the brokerage commission, but always confirm in writing before signing any agreement. I can search these buildings and review the lease with you.
Sources
- TRREB Rental Market Report, Q2 2026 — condominium apartment rents by district — accessed September 2026.
- Government of Ontario — residential rent increases and the rent increase guideline — accessed September 2026.
- The Boardwalk — building facts — accessed September 2026.
- The Boardwalk — building facts — accessed September 2026.
- The Beach Condominiums V — building facts — accessed September 2026.
- North Beach — building facts — accessed September 2026.
- Bellefair Kew Beach Residences — building facts — accessed September 2026.
- Two Hundred Condos — building facts — accessed September 2026.
- The Beaches — neighbourhood and transit facts — accessed September 2026.
- The Beaches — neighbourhood and transit facts — accessed September 2026.
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About the author — Jatin Dua, Toronto and GTA real estate broker
I am Jatin Dua, Broker of Record and co-founder of RE/MAX Quantum Realty Inc., Brokerage, Unit 101, 799 The Queensway, Etobicoke. I help tenants, landlords, buyers and sellers across Toronto and the GTA. Four-plus years of active GTA transactions and over $100 million in sales volume. Rent figures here come from TRREB’s published rental report and tenancy rules from the Government of Ontario, so you can check all of it without asking me.
Reach me at connect@jatindua.com or 833-330-1925, or book a call.