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 Annex are One Bedford, Mosaic, Exhibit Residences, The Prince Arthur and Bianca. Condo apartments leased through TRREB’s MLS® System in district C02 averaged $2,623 a month for a one-bedroom and $5,181 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 | One Bedford | 1 Bedford Road | 2011 | The premier Annex condo, above one of the city's best-connected subway interchanges |
| 2 | Mosaic | 736 Spadina Avenue | 2008 | The transit and campus pick, at the Spadina interchange with utility-inclusive fees |
| 3 | Exhibit Residences | 200 Bloor Street West | 2017 | The newer luxury pick on Bloor's museum strip |
| 4 | The Prince Arthur | 38 Avenue Road | 1999 | The larger-layout pick: a 1999 building known for generous suites and full-service management |
| 5 | Bianca | 420 Dupont Street | 2021 | The newer mid-rise pick on the quieter north edge, near Dupont station |
How I chose them: I looked at The Annex 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 Annex costs right now
| Q2 2026, condo apartments | Avg 1-bed | Avg 2-bed | Units leased |
|---|---|---|---|
| TRREB district C02 | $2,623 | $5,181 | 514 |
| 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 C02 is the TRREB reporting area that covers The Annex; 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 Annex
One Bedford
1 Bedford Road
Completed 2011 · 32 storeys · about 254 suites · Developer: Lanterra Developments
Getting around: Steps from St. George station (Lines 1 and 2).
What the building offers: Indoor saltwater pool; fitness facility; sauna; rooftop patio overlooking Varsity Stadium; concierge; party room.
What renters should know:
- Condo fees are reported to include heat, air conditioning and water.
- A luxury building with larger suites (about 600 sq ft up to multi-thousand sq ft penthouses), so rentals are limited and priced high.
- Pet restrictions apply; confirm the building's pet rules before applying.
Why it makes the list: The premier Annex condo, above one of the city's best-connected subway interchanges.
Mosaic
736 Spadina Avenue
Completed 2008 · 21 storeys · about 216 suites · Developer: Wycliffe Homes & Pinedale Properties
Getting around: About a 2-minute walk to Spadina station (Lines 1 and 2); 510 Spadina streetcar at the door.
What the building offers: Concierge; fitness centre and yoga room; rooftop deck with BBQs; guest suites; party room; media/theatre room.
What renters should know:
- Condo fees are reported to include heat, air conditioning and water.
- Next to the U of T campus, so there is steady student and faculty demand.
- Suites run from about 440 sq ft 1-beds up to large penthouses, and all have balconies per the developer's materials.
Why it makes the list: The transit and campus pick, at the Spadina interchange with utility-inclusive fees.
Exhibit Residences
200 Bloor Street West
Completed 2017 · 32 storeys · about 204 suites · Developer: Bazis
Getting around: About a 2-3 minute walk to Museum or St. George stations.
What the building offers: Concierge; gym; party room.
What renters should know:
- Condo fees are reported to include heat, air conditioning and water.
- Faces the Royal Ontario Museum across Bloor, on the Annex-Yorkville border.
- A smaller luxury building, so rental listings are occasional.
Why it makes the list: The newer luxury pick on Bloor's museum strip.
The Prince Arthur
38 Avenue Road
Completed 1999 · 24 storeys · about 152 suites · Developer: Minto
Getting around: About a 3-4 minute walk to Museum or St. George stations; Bay station also walkable.
What the building offers: 24-hour concierge; valet parking; exercise room; party and meeting room; media room; sauna.
What renters should know:
- Larger older suites (roughly 755 sq ft 1-beds up to 4,000+ sq ft penthouses) with individually controlled heating and cooling.
- Few rentals and high asking rents; best for tenants who need space.
- At Avenue Road & Prince Arthur Avenue, a short walk from both the Annex and Yorkville.
Why it makes the list: The larger-layout pick: a 1999 building known for generous suites and full-service management.
Bianca
420 Dupont Street
Completed 2021 · 9 storeys · Developer: Tridel
Getting around: Short walk to Dupont station (Line 1).
What the building offers: Rooftop pool; fitness centre and yoga studio; concierge; private dining room; party room; guest suite.
What renters should know:
- Newer (about 2021) mid-rise with generous terraces; quieter than the Bloor towers.
- On Dupont, the Annex's northern edge; the rail corridor runs nearby, so ask about noise.
- Smaller building: fewer rentals come up.
Why it makes the list: The newer mid-rise pick on the quieter north edge, near Dupont station.
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Living in The Annex as a renter
A historic, mostly low-rise residential neighbourhood of Victorian and Edwardian houses, with more than 500 heritage-protected buildings and a long-standing height limit. It sits beside the University of Toronto's St. George campus, so many residents are students and faculty. Condo towers are limited and mostly on its edges.
| The Annex in brief | |
|---|---|
| Where it is | Traditionally Bloor Street (south), Dupont Street (north), Bathurst Street (west) and Avenue Road (east); the condo towers cluster at the Bloor edge (Avenue Road to Spadina) and along Dupont. |
| Transit | Line 2 Bloor-Danforth: St. George, Spadina and Bathurst stations; Line 1: St. George, Spadina and Dupont stations (St. George and Spadina are interchanges). The 510 Spadina streetcar runs south from Spadina station. |
| Everyday life | Bloor Street West between Avenue Road and Bathurst is the main strip, with cafes, pubs, bookstores and independent shops; Koreatown to the west; the Royal Ontario Museum and Bata Shoe Museum nearby; Christie Pits and neighbourhood parkettes; supermarkets along Bloor West. |
| Official City neighbourhood | Annex (#95) |
Things renters in The Annex should know
- Condo supply is thin: most Annex rentals are in houses, low-rise apartments and purpose-built buildings, so the condo choice is mostly limited to a few towers at Bloor/Avenue Road, Spadina and Dupont.
- Student demand from U of T peaks in late summer; year-round tenants may find better choice outside August-September.
- The Mirvish Village redevelopment at Bloor & Bathurst is mainly purpose-built rental, not condo.
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 Annex, One Bedford and Mosaic 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 Annex?
My top five for renters are One Bedford, Mosaic, Exhibit Residences, The Prince Arthur and Bianca, chosen for transit access, amenities, suite sizes, building condition and rental supply.
How much does it cost to rent a condo in The Annex?
In Q2 2026, condo apartments leased in TRREB district C02, which covers The Annex, averaged $2,623 a month for a one-bedroom and $5,181 for a two-bedroom. The City of Toronto averages were $2,316 and $3,154.
Which condo in The Annex is best for transit?
One Bedford at 1 Bedford Road: steps from St. George station (Lines 1 and 2).
Are older or newer condos better to rent in The Annex?
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.
- One Bedford — building facts — accessed September 2026.
- One Bedford — building facts — accessed September 2026.
- Mosaic — building facts — accessed September 2026.
- Mosaic — building facts — accessed September 2026.
- Exhibit Residences — building facts — accessed September 2026.
- Exhibit Residences — building facts — accessed September 2026.
- The Prince Arthur — building facts — accessed September 2026.
- The Prince Arthur — building facts — accessed September 2026.
- Bianca — building facts — accessed September 2026.
- Bianca — building facts — accessed September 2026.
- The Annex — 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.