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 Roncesvalles are 383 Sorauren, Howard Park Residences, Robert Watson Lofts, High Park Lofts and The Abbey Lofts. Condo apartments leased through TRREB’s MLS® System in district W01 averaged $2,355 a month for a one-bedroom and $3,123 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 | 383 Sorauren | 383 Sorauren Ave | 2016 | The newest and most amenity-equipped condo in the pocket, with good rail and subway access |
| 2 | Howard Park Residences | 36 Howard Park Ave (also marketed as 60 Howard Park Ave) | — | The transit pick: a newer boutique building a few minutes from Dundas West station and the UP Express |
| 3 | Robert Watson Lofts | 363-369 Sorauren Ave | 2007 | The character pick: a genuine hard/soft loft complex beside Sorauren Park |
| 4 | High Park Lofts | 437 Roncesvalles Ave (also 433) | 2007 | A walkable main-street address a short walk from Dundas West station and High Park |
| 5 | The Abbey Lofts | 384 Sunnyside Ave | — | The large-layout pick: rare, oversized church-conversion lofts at the edge of High Park |
How I chose them: I looked at Roncesvalles 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 Roncesvalles costs right now
| Q2 2026, condo apartments | Avg 1-bed | Avg 2-bed | Units leased |
|---|---|---|---|
| TRREB district W01 | $2,355 | $3,123 | 146 |
| 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 W01 is the TRREB reporting area that covers Roncesvalles; 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 Roncesvalles
383 Sorauren
383 Sorauren Ave
Completed 2016 · 10 storeys · about 142 suites · Developer: Centrestone Urban Developments and Gairloch
Getting around: About a 10-minute walk to Dundas West station and the Bloor GO/UP Express station; 505 Dundas and 506 College streetcars nearby.
What the building offers: Exercise room; lounge; guest suite; three-season outdoor lounge with an outdoor kitchen and gas fireplace; living green wall in the lobby.
What renters should know:
- The newest mid-rise in the area, on a quiet stretch of Sorauren near Sorauren Avenue Park.
- In-suite laundry in all units; a modest amenity set compared with downtown towers.
- Next to the rail corridor on the east side, so ask about train noise on that side.
Why it makes the list: The newest and most amenity-equipped condo in the pocket, with good rail and subway access.
Howard Park Residences
36 Howard Park Ave (also marketed as 60 Howard Park Ave)
8 storeys · about 81 suites · Developer: Triumph Developments
Getting around: A few minutes' walk to Dundas West station and the Bloor GO/UP Express station; 506 College streetcar on Howard Park Ave.
What the building offers: Concierge; gym; party room; media room; bike storage.
What renters should know:
- A mid-2010s boutique mid-rise.
- Fees cover heat, water and air conditioning, so hydro is usually the tenant's only separate utility, but check the lease.
- With only about 81 suites, vacancies are rare.
Why it makes the list: The transit pick: a newer boutique building a few minutes from Dundas West station and the UP Express.
Robert Watson Lofts
363-369 Sorauren Ave
Completed 2007 · 6 storeys · Developer: Rosebud Homes
Getting around: About a 10-minute walk to Dundas West station; 505 Dundas and 504 King streetcars nearby.
What the building offers: Exercise room; party/meeting room; visitor parking; BBQs permitted.
What renters should know:
- A 1903 candy factory converted to lofts in 2007, with a new soft-loft addition built alongside it. Units range from hard lofts (brick, beams) to soft lofts with balconies.
- Loft layouts are often open with limited closet space and fewer bedroom walls; check that the layout suits roommates or a family.
- Unit count is reported inconsistently (131 to 153).
Why it makes the list: The character pick: a genuine hard/soft loft complex beside Sorauren Park.
High Park Lofts
437 Roncesvalles Ave (also 433)
Completed 2007 · 7 storeys · about 94 suites · Developer: Stinson Developments
Getting around: A short walk to Dundas West station; the 504 King streetcar runs past the door on Roncesvalles.
What the building offers: Party/meeting room; visitor parking; BBQs permitted; geothermal heating/cooling system.
What renters should know:
- A new-build soft-loft style building at the north end of Roncesvalles, close to the subway, High Park and the main-street shops.
- Gas fireplaces in suites and a geothermal system (TorontoLofts); a limited amenity package.
- A small building, so few rentals come up at once.
Why it makes the list: A walkable main-street address a short walk from Dundas West station and High Park.
The Abbey Lofts
384 Sunnyside Ave
about 24 suites
Getting around: About a 10-minute walk to High Park station on Line 2; 506 College streetcar on Howard Park Ave.
What the building offers: Original limestone and stained-glass church features; 13-17 ft wood-vaulted ceilings; terraces on some ground-floor units.
What renters should know:
- A 1911 neo-Gothic church converted into 24 large lofts (about 1,000 to 3,000 sq ft); rentals are rare and usually suit people who want a lot of space.
- No building amenities such as a gym or concierge.
- On a quiet residential street next to High Park.
Why it makes the list: The large-layout pick: rare, oversized church-conversion lofts at the edge of High Park.
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Living in Roncesvalles as a renter
A walkable village of Victorian and Edwardian houses along the Roncesvalles Ave main street, historically the centre of Toronto's Polish-Canadian community (it hosts a large Polish festival each September). The condo stock is almost entirely boutique: loft conversions and small mid-rises rather than towers.
| Roncesvalles in brief | |
|---|---|
| Where it is | Roncesvalles: roughly High Park (west), Bloor St W (north), the rail corridor / Lansdowne Ave (east) and Queen St W / the Gardiner / Lake Ontario (south). Parkdale lies to the east and south of it, around Queen St W and King St W west of Dufferin. |
| Transit | Line 2: Dundas West station (Bloor and Dundas, the north end of Roncesvalles) and Keele station. Streetcars: 504 King (Roncesvalles Ave), 505 Dundas, 501 Queen, 506 College (Howard Park Ave). Bloor GO / UP Express station is next to Dundas West station. |
| Everyday life | Roncesvalles Ave shops, cafés and grocers (Roncesvalles Village BIA); High Park on the west side; Sorauren Avenue Park (farmers' market) and Sunnyside beach and boardwalk to the south; Queen St W in Parkdale for more restaurants. |
| Official City neighbourhood | Roncesvalles; South Parkdale |
Things renters in Roncesvalles should know
- Condo supply is small and boutique (mostly under 160 suites per building), so condo rentals come up rarely. Many local rentals are in houses or purpose-built apartments instead.
- Streetcar-oriented: the 504 King and 501 Queen carry most commuters downtown, and Dundas West station is the main subway link.
- Lofts often have exposed brick and concrete and fewer amenities (no pool or concierge); weigh character against amenities.
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 Roncesvalles, 383 Sorauren and Howard Park Residences 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 Roncesvalles?
My top five for renters are 383 Sorauren, Howard Park Residences, Robert Watson Lofts, High Park Lofts and The Abbey Lofts, chosen for transit access, amenities, suite sizes, building condition and rental supply.
How much does it cost to rent a condo in Roncesvalles?
In Q2 2026, condo apartments leased in TRREB district W01, which covers Roncesvalles, averaged $2,355 a month for a one-bedroom and $3,123 for a two-bedroom. The City of Toronto averages were $2,316 and $3,154.
Which condo in Roncesvalles is best for transit?
383 Sorauren at 383 Sorauren Ave: about a 10-minute walk to Dundas West station and the Bloor GO/UP Express station; 505 Dundas and 506 College streetcars nearby.
Are older or newer condos better to rent in Roncesvalles?
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.
- 383 Sorauren — building facts — accessed September 2026.
- 383 Sorauren — building facts — accessed September 2026.
- Howard Park Residences — building facts — accessed September 2026.
- Howard Park Residences — building facts — accessed September 2026.
- Robert Watson Lofts — building facts — accessed September 2026.
- Robert Watson Lofts — building facts — accessed September 2026.
- High Park Lofts — building facts — accessed September 2026.
- High Park Lofts — building facts — accessed September 2026.
- The Abbey Lofts — building facts — accessed September 2026.
- The Abbey Lofts — building facts — accessed September 2026.
- Roncesvalles — neighbourhood and transit facts — accessed September 2026.
- Roncesvalles — neighbourhood and transit facts — accessed September 2026.
- Roncesvalles — 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.