Published 19 October 2026 · By Jatin Dua, Broker of Record, RE/MAX Quantum Realty
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256 Doris Ave, Toronto
Built
1998
Storeys
20
Suites
188
Developer
Misty Manor Developments
Corporation
MTCC-1221
Walk Score
98
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How you get around
Scores from Walk Score®
Walk Score
Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
Excellent Transit
Bike Score
Bikeable
Transit, nearest first
- 97YongeTTC busSteps away
- 1North York Centre stationLine 1 Yonge–University0.3 km
- 98Willowdale-SenlacTTC bus0.7 km
- 39Finch EastTTC bus0.9 km
- GOOriole GORichmond Hill line3.9 km
Distances are straight-line from the building.
How far is everything?
From the front door, in kilometres.
Schools for this address
Public schools from the TDSB school locator, checked 18 October 2026. Boundaries change: confirm with the board before you buy.
ElementaryJK–5
McKee Public School
35 Church Ave, North York
0.3 km · ~5 min walk
Zoned for this address
MiddleGr 6–8
Cummer Valley Middle School
70 Maxome Ave, North York
2.0 km
Zoned for this address
High schoolGr 9–12
Earl Haig Secondary School
100 Princess Ave, North York
0.5 km · ~8 min walk
Zoned for this address
Catholic elementary
St Cyril Catholic Elementary School
0.7 km · ~11 min walk
Nearest, confirm zoning
Catholic elementary
St Gabriel Catholic Elementary School
1.7 km
Nearest, confirm zoning
Catholic secondary
Cardinal Carter Academy For The Arts
0.9 km · ~14 min walk
Nearest, confirm zoning
French-language · MonAvenir (Catholic)
Monseigneur De Charbonnel Catholic Secondary School
1.9 km
Nearest, confirm zoning
Catholic (TCDSB) and French-language schools shown are the nearest to the building, not confirmed zoning. Check the TCDSB school locator, Viamonde or MonAvenir.
By the numbers
What units at The Imperial I actually trade for
| Unit type | Sold | Median price | Leased | Median rent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 bed | 0 | too few | 7 | $2,300/mo |
| 2 bed | 4 | $620,500 | 9 | $2,800/mo |
Table covers the last 24 months. TRREB MLS® System aggregates; a median is shown only with 3 or more deals, and sizes come from listing ranges. Not an appraisal: get an estimate for your unit.
Living here
Renters, Airbnb and elevators at The Imperial I
Do mostly owners or renters live here?
Renter-heavy building. Of 39 deals here in the last 24 months, 30 were leases and 9 were sales. A high lease share usually means more investor owners, more move-ins and a deeper pool of rental comparables.
Can you Airbnb a unit at The Imperial I?
No active City registrations here right now. In Toronto you can only host in your principal residence, a whole unit for at most 180 nights a year, with a $390 yearly registration and 6% accommodation tax. You cannot buy here to run it as a full-time Airbnb. Check the condo’s rules in the status certificate before you count on it.
How reliable are the elevators?
Ontario requires residential buildings to report any elevator outage lasting 48 hours or more, and this address has none on record. Elevators still need modernizing every 25 to 30 years, so check the reserve fund study for the date.
Sources: TRREB MLS® System lease and sale counts; City of Toronto short-term rental registrations (Open Data, 18 Oct 2026); TSSA Residential Elevator Availability portal.
Before you buy here
Five things the listing will not tell you about The Imperial I
- Reserve fund health. Ask for the latest reserve fund study and its date. A thin fund in an older building usually means fee jumps or a special assessment.
- Special assessments and big repairs. Check the status certificate for planned levies and for balcony, garage, window or elevator work.
- Insurance deductible. Find the corporation’s deductible for water damage. If it is higher than your own policy covers, raise your coverage before closing.
- Fee trend. Compare this year’s budget with last year’s. Rises of 2–5% a year are typical; bigger jumps need an explanation.
- Lawsuits and rules. Look for legal claims against the corporation, and for rules on pets, short-term rentals and leasing.
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Eat, drink and shop nearby
Within about a 10-minute walk.
Ramen
Ajisen Ramen
Steps away
Sandwiches
Subway
Steps away
Restaurant
Evviva Restaurant
Steps away
Restaurant
Uptown Cafe & Eatery
Steps away
Sushi
Wako Sushi
Steps away
Coffee
Aroma Espresso Bar
0.3 km · ~5 min walk
Places from OpenStreetMap. Check hours before you go.
Parks nearby
- Ring Road Linear Park
- McKenzie Parkette
- Doris - Norton Park
Nearest grocery
Food Basics
0.3 km · ~5 min walk
Prices: TRREB MLS® System aggregate medians for 256 Doris Ave, last 12 months (updated 18 October 2026), compiled by Jatin Dua, Broker of Record, RE/MAX Quantum Realty Inc., Brokerage; deemed reliable, not guaranteed. Schools: TDSB school locator; Catholic and French schools: nearest by distance. Transit and scores: Walk Score® and TTC/GO station locations. Nearby places: OpenStreetMap. Distances are straight-line estimates.
The Imperial I is the building I look at when a buyer wants real square footage on the Yonge corridor in North York and does not mind a 1990s tower to get it. Suites start above 600 square feet, the fee covers almost everything including hydro, and the price per square foot is among the lowest around. The fee is the catch, and you need to understand it before you fall for the space. I’m Jatin Dua, RE/MAX Quantum Realty.
Quick answer
The Imperial I is a 20-storey, 188-suite condominium at 256 Doris Avenue, east of Yonge Street in the Yonge-Doris area of North York, Toronto. It was developed by Misty Manor Developments and registered as MTCC-1221 on 26 November 1998. Condos.ca lists ICC Property Management as the manager and suite sizes of about 615 to 1,223 sq ft. The fee includes common elements, heat, air conditioning, hydro, building insurance, parking and water. Its sister building, The Imperial II, stands next door at 260 Doris Avenue.
The Imperial I at a glance
Two Imperials, and a naming muddle
Misty Manor Developments built two towers side by side on Doris Avenue in 1998: The Imperial I at 256, with 20 storeys and 188 suites, and The Imperial II at 260, with 16 storeys and 146 suites. They are separate condominium corporations, MTCC-1221 and MTCC-1224, with separate budgets and reserve funds.
The labels get mixed up online. One listing portal attaches the name Imperial II to 256 Doris and gives a 1988 build year and a different manager from condos.ca, which lists 1998 and ICC Property Management, consistent with the 1998 registration. Go by the corporation number on the status certificate, not by the name on a listing.
That matters because the two buildings are priced quite differently. The Imperial I averages well below its neighbour on a per-square-foot basis, so make sure your comparables come from the right tower.
Space is the reason to buy here
Condos.ca lists suites from about 615 to 1,223 square feet, so the smallest suite here is larger than the typical one-bedroom in a new North York tower. The active listings when I checked ran from a one-bedroom in the 600s up to a three-bedroom, which is a rare offering on this stretch.
Buildings of this era were designed for owners moving out of houses, not for investors, and it often shows in the layouts, with more room for dining and storage than a typical new one-bedroom. Walk the specific suite to confirm. Finishes will vary widely, from original to fully renovated, and that is where most of the price difference between suites comes from.
If you are a family or a downsizer who needs two or three real bedrooms near Yonge, there are not many buildings that offer this much space at this price per square foot.
If you plan to renovate, read the rules first. Older corporations often require board approval for flooring changes, with sound-control underlay standards, and for any plumbing or electrical work. Knowing that before you budget a full renovation saves surprises after closing.
Thinking about buying or selling here?
I work this area every week and I will give you a straight answer, including when the answer is to wait. No pressure, and no drip campaign you cannot get out of.
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The fee includes hydro, and that changes the maths
The Imperial I’s fee covers common elements, heat, air conditioning, hydro, building insurance, parking and water. Hydro in the fee is unusual and it means you will not get a separate electricity bill, which simplifies budgeting.
The flip side is a high monthly number. On the three listings for sale when I checked, fees ran from about $894 to $1,537 a month, and the one-bedroom worked out to well over $1.30 per square foot. Part of that is hydro, heat and parking; part of it is what an aging 20-storey tower costs to maintain.
Buyers price that fee into what they will pay, which is a big reason the purchase price per square foot is so low. Before you buy, compare the full monthly cost here, fee plus mortgage, against a newer building with a lower fee and separate utility bills.
A simple test I use: take the fee, subtract what you would realistically pay each month for hydro, heating, cooling and a parking space in a newer building, and then compare what is left per square foot. That is the true cost of the building itself.
Doris Avenue day to day
Doris Avenue runs parallel to Yonge on the east side, in the North York Centre stretch between Sheppard and Finch. You get the Yonge Street shops, Mel Lastman Square and the civic and library buildings on Yonge within reach on foot, while living a block back from the traffic. The data panel on this page covers transit, schools and the Walk Score.
This part of North York keeps changing. Doris is now lined with towers from several decades, and redevelopment continues on both sides of Yonge. Ask about any applications on nearby low-rise or commercial sites if your suite’s view matters to you.
Being a block off Yonge makes evenings quieter than in a tower right on the main street, though Doris carries local traffic and the garage entrances for many buildings.
Pricing: low per square foot, high per month
Condos.ca puts the building average at about $583 per square foot. That is among the lowest figures I see on the Yonge corridor in North York, and well below the roughly $703 average at The Imperial II next door.
The three listings for sale when I checked asked from about $399,900 up to $849,000. Those are asking prices, not sales, and the spread reflects size and condition as much as anything. Three-bedroom suites rarely come up in new North York towers, so expect those to draw interest from families when they do.
The low per-square-foot price and the high fee are two sides of the same coin. If the reserve fund is healthy and the fee is stable, the space here is very good value. If big projects are coming, the fee or a special levy will tell you. Check the sold data panel on this page, or ask me for a building sold report before you settle on a number.
Building specifications
| Building name | The Imperial I |
| Address | 256 Doris Avenue, North York, Toronto |
| Developer | Misty Manor Developments |
| Storeys | 20 |
| Total suites | 188 |
| Condo corporation | MTCC-1221 |
| Registered | 26 November 1998 |
| Property management | ICC Property Management (per condos.ca; another portal lists a different manager) |
| Suite sizes | Approximately 615 to 1,223 sq ft |
| Maintenance fees | About $894 to $1,537 a month on active listings |
| Fees include | Common elements, heat, air conditioning, hydro, building insurance, parking and water |
| Sister building | The Imperial II, 260 Doris Avenue (MTCC-1224) |
Amenities at The Imperial I
This is a practical 1990s package: staffed security, a sauna, an exercise room and visitor parking for family. There is no rooftop lounge or co-working space; you are paying for the suite and the services, not for a lifestyle floor. Ask when the exercise room and sauna were last updated.
Jatin’s honest take on The Imperial I
Who this building suits
Families, downsizers and buyers who want two or three real bedrooms near Yonge in North York at a low price per square foot, and people who like one predictable monthly bill with hydro included.
What I’d want you to check
At 28 years old, read the reserve fund study for windows, balcony repairs, elevators, the garage and the heating and cooling plant. Look at how the fee has changed over the last five years, since a fee that includes hydro is exposed to energy costs. Confirm the corporation number is MTCC-1221, the parking and locker that come with the suite, and the pet rules, since condos.ca lists a pet restriction.
The value question
For space per dollar, this is one of the strongest buys on the corridor. For monthly carrying cost, it is not. I think it makes sense for an owner-occupier who will use the space and stay long enough to renovate, and less sense for an investor whose rent will not stretch to cover the fee.
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The Imperial I — frequently asked questions
What is the difference between The Imperial I and The Imperial II?
They are neighbouring towers by the same developer. The Imperial I at 256 Doris Avenue has 20 storeys and 188 suites under MTCC-1221; The Imperial II at 260 Doris Avenue has 16 storeys and 146 suites under MTCC-1224.
When was The Imperial I built?
Condos.ca lists 1998, and the corporation registered on 26 November 1998. One listing portal shows 1988, which does not match the registration date.
Who built 256 Doris Ave?
Misty Manor Developments built both Imperial towers on Doris Avenue.
Does the maintenance fee at The Imperial I include hydro?
Yes. The fee covers common elements, heat, air conditioning, hydro, building insurance, parking and water.
Why are maintenance fees high at 256 Doris Ave?
The fee bundles hydro, heat, cooling and parking, which most newer buildings bill separately, and it funds an older 20-storey tower. On active listings when I checked, fees ran from about $894 to $1,537 a month.
How big are suites at The Imperial I?
About 615 to 1,223 square feet, from one-bedrooms to three-bedrooms.
Who manages The Imperial I?
Condos.ca lists ICC Property Management. Another listing portal shows a different company, so confirm the current manager in the status certificate.
What amenities does 256 Doris Ave have?
Concierge, a security guard, a sauna, an exercise room and visitor parking.
Are pets allowed at The Imperial I?
Condos.ca lists a pet restriction. Check the declaration and rules for the actual limits before you buy.
How much do condos at The Imperial I sell for?
Over the last 12 months the median resale at The Imperial I was $620,500, across 4 sales. The typical unit sold in 47 days at about 96% of the asking price.
How much is rent at The Imperial I?
The median lease at The Imperial I over the last 12 months was $2,750/mo, from 17 leases. Units typically leased in 17 days.
What does each unit type cost at The Imperial I?
Over the last 24 months: One-bedrooms rented for $2,300/mo; Two-bedrooms sold for a median $620,500 and rented for $2,800/mo. Each median uses three or more deals.
What rental yield does The Imperial I offer an investor?
At a median price of $620,500 and a median rent of $2,750 a month, the gross yield is about 5.3%, before maintenance fees, property tax, insurance and mortgage interest. Net cash flow depends on the fee and your down payment, so run the numbers for the exact unit.
Do mostly owners or renters live at The Imperial I?
Mostly renters. Of the deals here in the last 24 months, 77% were leases and 23% were sales.
Can you Airbnb a unit at The Imperial I?
Only in limited cases. Toronto allows short-term rentals only in your principal residence, a whole unit for at most 180 nights a year, with a $390 yearly City registration and 6% accommodation tax. The City’s register shows no active short-term rental registrations at this address. The condo’s declaration and rules can ban short stays outright, so check them in the status certificate.
Has The Imperial I had elevator outages?
None on record. Ontario requires residential buildings to report elevator outages of 48 hours or more to TSSA, and this address has no reported outage since July 2022.
What schools is The Imperial I zoned for?
For TDSB public schools, the address is zoned for McKee Public School (Elementary, JK–5), Cummer Valley Middle School (Middle, Gr 6–8), Earl Haig Secondary School (High school, Gr 9–12). Catholic and French-language schools are listed on this page by distance. Boundaries change, so confirm with the board before you buy.
What is the closest subway or GO station to The Imperial I?
The nearest subway is North York Centre station (Line 1 Yonge–University), 0.3 km away; the nearest GO station is Oriole GO on the Richmond Hill line, 3.9 km; the closest bus is the Yonge (TTC bus). Distances are straight-line from the building.
What is the Walk Score of The Imperial I?
Walk Score 98, Transit Score 87 and Bike Score 52. Most daily errands can be done on foot.
What restaurants and shops are near The Imperial I?
Within about a 10-minute walk: Ajisen Ramen (Ramen), Subway (Sandwiches), Evviva Restaurant (Restaurant), Uptown Cafe & Eatery (Restaurant), Wako Sushi (Sushi). The closest grocery store is Food Basics, 0.3 km away.
Which parks are near The Imperial I?
Ring Road Linear Park, McKenzie Parkette, Doris - Norton Park are the closest green spaces.
What is my unit at The Imperial I worth?
Use the free AI estimator at the top of this page. It uses this building’s own recent sales and adjusts for floor, view and parking, and your number appears instantly. For a written CMA, I will price your exact unit against the latest comparable sales.
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Market context
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Two units, same floor plan,
$90,000 apart.
That happens constantly in condos — one has the parking, the right exposure, or a board that keeps the reserve fund healthy. A model can’t see your status certificate. I can.
About the author — Jatin Dua, Toronto condo broker
I’m Jatin Dua, Broker of Record at RE/MAX Quantum Realty. I work condo buildings across Toronto and the GTA every week, including Yonge & Eglinton, Davisville and North Toronto. What buyers and sellers usually need is someone who knows the individual buildings: which exposures get the light, which corporations keep healthy reserve funds, and which units are priced past what they will appraise for.
If you’re buying or selling at The Imperial I, I’ll give you the honest version — including when I think you should walk away. Reach me at [email protected] or 833-330-1925, or book a free consultation.
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