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 Birch Cliff and the Scarborough Bluffs are Kingston & Co., Residences at the Hunt Club, Upper Beach Club, Merge Condos and Haven on the Bluffs. Condo apartments leased through TRREB’s MLS® System in district E06 averaged $2,006 a month for a one-bedroom and $2,673 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 | Kingston & Co. | 1100 Kingston Rd | 2018 | A design-forward mid-rise at the west gateway to Birch Cliff with concierge and rooftop space |
| 2 | Residences at the Hunt Club | 1350 Kingston Rd | 2018–2019 | A quieter boutique building with rooftop space and views toward the Hunt Club and the lake |
| 3 | Upper Beach Club | 1400 Kingston Rd | 2022 | A newer boutique option in the Birch Cliff village stretch of Kingston Rd |
| 4 | Merge Condos | 2201 Kingston Rd / 90 Glen Everest Rd | 2023 | The newest amenity-rich building on the Kingston Rd corridor near the Bluffs |
| 5 | Haven on the Bluffs | 2229 Kingston Rd / 22 East Haven Dr | 2019 | A mid-size, value-leaning option in Cliffside with large balconies near the Bluffs |
How I chose them: I looked at Birch Cliff and the Scarborough Bluffs 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 Birch Cliff and the Scarborough Bluffs costs right now
| Q2 2026, condo apartments | Avg 1-bed | Avg 2-bed | Units leased |
|---|---|---|---|
| TRREB district E06 | $2,006 | $2,673 | 47 |
| 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 E06 is the TRREB reporting area that covers Birch Cliff and the Scarborough Bluffs; it is wider than the neighbourhood itself, so treat these as a guide rather than a quote for any one building.
One caution: district E06 had only 47 condo leases in the quarter, so a few unusual suites can move the average a lot.
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 Birch Cliff and the Scarborough Bluffs
Kingston & Co.
1100 Kingston Rd
Completed 2018 · Developer: TAS (with Main and Main)
Getting around: On Kingston Rd near Victoria Park; Kingston Rd streetcar/bus service, with buses to Line 2.
What the building offers: Rooftop garden/deck; gym; concierge; guest suites; communal tool room.
What renters should know:
- Stepped 8-to-10-storey mid-rise (about 145–150 suites) with retail at grade
- Roughly 30% of suites have terraces, per the launch coverage
- Kingston Rd is a busy arterial; courtyard-facing suites are quieter
Why it makes the list: A design-forward mid-rise at the west gateway to Birch Cliff with concierge and rooftop space.
Residences at the Hunt Club
1350 Kingston Rd
Completed 2018–2019 · Developer: Infinity Development Group
Getting around: Kingston Rd buses at the door, connecting to Line 2.
What the building offers: Gym; guest suites; party room; rooftop deck; meeting room.
What renters should know:
- Larger layouts than typical
- Car-friendly location; transit is bus-based
Why it makes the list: A quieter boutique building with rooftop space and views toward the Hunt Club and the lake.
Upper Beach Club
1400 Kingston Rd
Completed 2022 · 7 storeys · about 42 suites · Developer: Laurier Homes
Getting around: Kingston Rd buses at the door, connecting to Line 2.
What the building offers: Gym; rooftop deck; party room.
What renters should know:
- Small, newer building (42 suites), so rentals are occasional
- Suites listed from about 540 to 1,850 sq ft, including family-size units
- Walk to the Birch Cliff shops on Kingston Rd
Why it makes the list: A newer boutique option in the Birch Cliff village stretch of Kingston Rd.
Merge Condos
2201 Kingston Rd / 90 Glen Everest Rd
Completed 2023 · 12 storeys · about 180 suites · Developer: LCH Developments
Getting around: Kingston Rd buses at the door, connecting to Line 2.
What the building offers: Two-storey fitness and yoga centre; party rooms; rooftop terrace; pet wash; concierge.
What renters should know:
- Newest larger building in Cliffside (registered 2023)
- Near the Scarborough Bluffs parks, but transit is bus-based
- New building: expect move-in bookings and deposits
Why it makes the list: The newest amenity-rich building on the Kingston Rd corridor near the Bluffs.
Haven on the Bluffs
2229 Kingston Rd / 22 East Haven Dr
Completed 2019 · Developer: VHL Developments
Getting around: Kingston Rd buses at the door, connecting to Line 2.
What the building offers: Fitness centre; party room; guest suites; landscaped terrace; BBQ area.
What renters should know:
- Developer notes oversized balconies and lake views from upper floors
- Close to Cliffside Village shops and the Bluffs
Why it makes the list: A mid-size, value-leaning option in Cliffside with large balconies near the Bluffs.
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Living in Birch Cliff and the Scarborough Bluffs as a renter
Birch Cliff grew as a streetcar suburb on top of the western Scarborough Bluffs, with lakeside and ravine homes south of Kingston Rd. Kingston Rd is now seeing a wave of 8 to 12-storey mid-rise condos replacing older low-rise commercial buildings.
| Birch Cliff and the Scarborough Bluffs in brief | |
|---|---|
| Where it is | Kingston Rd corridor from Victoria Park Ave east through Birch Cliff and into Cliffside (around Midland Ave), with the Scarborough Bluffs and Lake Ontario to the south. |
| Transit | No subway. Kingston Rd buses (and streetcar service at the Victoria Park end) connect north to Line 2 stations such as Victoria Park and Warden. Lakeshore East GO serves Scarborough GO north of the area. |
| Everyday life | Kingston Rd village strips in Birch Cliff and Cliffside; Rosetta McClain Gardens, Bluffer's Park, Birchmount Park and the Scarborough Bluffs trails. |
| Official City neighbourhood | Birchcliffe-Cliffside |
Things renters in Birch Cliff and the Scarborough Bluffs should know
- Transit is bus-based, so a car or GO access helps for commuters
- Many more mid-rise condos are proposed or under construction along Kingston Rd, so supply will grow
- Close to the Bluffs and lake: good for outdoors, but winds are stronger near the water
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 Birch Cliff and the Scarborough Bluffs, Kingston & Co. and Residences at the Hunt Club 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 Birch Cliff and the Scarborough Bluffs?
My top five for renters are Kingston & Co., Residences at the Hunt Club, Upper Beach Club, Merge Condos and Haven on the Bluffs, chosen for transit access, amenities, suite sizes, building condition and rental supply.
How much does it cost to rent a condo in Birch Cliff and the Scarborough Bluffs?
In Q2 2026, condo apartments leased in TRREB district E06, which covers Birch Cliff and the Scarborough Bluffs, averaged $2,006 a month for a one-bedroom and $2,673 for a two-bedroom. The City of Toronto averages were $2,316 and $3,154.
Which condo in Birch Cliff and the Scarborough Bluffs is best for transit?
Residences at the Hunt Club at 1350 Kingston Rd: kingston Rd buses at the door, connecting to Line 2.
Are older or newer condos better to rent in Birch Cliff and the Scarborough Bluffs?
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.
- Kingston & Co. — building facts — accessed September 2026.
- Kingston & Co. — building facts — accessed September 2026.
- Residences at the Hunt Club — building facts — accessed September 2026.
- Residences at the Hunt Club — building facts — accessed September 2026.
- Upper Beach Club — building facts — accessed September 2026.
- Merge Condos — building facts — accessed September 2026.
- Merge Condos — building facts — accessed September 2026.
- Haven on the Bluffs — building facts — accessed September 2026.
- Haven on the Bluffs — building facts — accessed September 2026.
- Birch Cliff and the Scarborough Bluffs — neighbourhood and transit facts — accessed September 2026.
- Birch Cliff and the Scarborough Bluffs — neighbourhood and transit facts — accessed September 2026.
- Birch Cliff and the Scarborough Bluffs — 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.