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 Yonge and Finch are Pulse, Grande Triomphe, The Palm Condominium Residences, Chicago Residences and Dynasty Tower. Condo apartments leased through TRREB’s MLS® System in district C14 averaged $2,273 a month for a one-bedroom and $2,954 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 | Pulse | 5500 Yonge St (Pulse II at 5508 Yonge St) | 2009 | The closest mid-2000s tower to Finch station with steady rental turnover |
| 2 | Grande Triomphe | 10 Northtown Way | 2005 | A well-built Tridel tower with a pool, between North York Centre and Finch |
| 3 | The Palm Condominium Residences | 5740 Yonge St | 2013 | A newer pool building right at the terminus for renters north of Finch |
| 4 | Chicago Residences | 35 Finch Ave E | 2001 | A mid-priced Menkes tower with a pool, a few minutes from the subway |
| 5 | Dynasty Tower | 5460 Yonge St | 1988 | The larger-layout, utilities-included pick near the terminus |
How I chose them: I looked at Yonge and Finch 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 Yonge and Finch costs right now
| Q2 2026, condo apartments | Avg 1-bed | Avg 2-bed | Units leased |
|---|---|---|---|
| TRREB district C14 | $2,273 | $2,954 | 738 |
| TRREB district C07 | $2,232 | $2,902 | 408 |
| 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 C14 is the TRREB reporting area that covers Yonge and Finch; 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 Yonge and Finch
Pulse
5500 Yonge St (Pulse II at 5508 Yonge St)
Completed 2009 · 26 storeys · about 250 suites · Developer: Pemberton Group
Getting around: About a 3-minute walk to Finch station.
What the building offers: Gym; concierge; party room; visitor parking.
What renters should know:
- Compact 1- and 2-bedroom suites (about 530-950 sq ft).
- Condo fees are reported to include water and parking; hydro is typically tenant-paid.
Why it makes the list: The closest mid-2000s tower to Finch station with steady rental turnover.
Grande Triomphe
10 Northtown Way
Completed 2005 · 31 storeys · about 398 suites · Developer: Tridel
Getting around: Walkable to Finch station; Yonge buses at Horsham Ave.
What the building offers: Pool; gym; sauna; concierge; party room; guest suites.
What renters should know:
- Tridel-built mid-2000s building with a wide size range (about 500-1,630 sq ft).
- Condo fees are reported to include heat, A/C and water.
Why it makes the list: A well-built Tridel tower with a pool, between North York Centre and Finch.
The Palm Condominium Residences
5740 Yonge St
Completed 2013 · 23 storeys · about 216 suites · Developer: Castle Group Developments
Getting around: Steps north of Finch station.
What the building offers: Indoor pool; gym; spa; concierge; party room.
What renters should know:
- Early-2010s building north of Finch with a full amenity package.
- Condo fees are reported to include heat, A/C and water.
Why it makes the list: A newer pool building right at the terminus for renters north of Finch.
Chicago Residences
35 Finch Ave E
Completed 2001 · 24 storeys · about 233 suites · Developer: Menkes
Getting around: Short walk east of Finch station along Finch Ave E.
What the building offers: Pool; gym; sauna; concierge; guest suites.
What renters should know:
- Early-2000s Menkes building off the Yonge strip, a little quieter than Yonge-fronting towers.
- Suites range roughly 590-1,470 sq ft.
Why it makes the list: A mid-priced Menkes tower with a pool, a few minutes from the subway.
Dynasty Tower
5460 Yonge St
Completed 1988 · 15 storeys · about 168 suites · Developer: Dynasty Executive Suites
Getting around: Short walk south of Finch station; Yonge buses at the door.
What the building offers: Indoor pool; gym; sauna; squash court; party room.
What renters should know:
- Older building; maintenance Condo fees are reported to include utilities (incl. hydro), so landlords often rent with utilities included.
- Larger layouts (about 1,080-1,360 sq ft) suit sharers or families.
- 1980s mechanicals and finishes vary by unit.
Why it makes the list: The larger-layout, utilities-included pick near the terminus.
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Living in Yonge and Finch as a renter
A dense mix of 1980s towers and 2000s-2010s condos at the top of the subway line, with a large Korean, Persian and Chinese commercial presence along Yonge. Quieter residential streets sit a block off the main road.
| Yonge and Finch in brief | |
|---|---|
| Where it is | Yonge St from about Northtown Way/Kempford Blvd north past Finch Ave toward Drewry/Cummer Ave, spreading along Finch Ave E and W and side streets such as Pemberton, Byng and Olive Aves. |
| Transit | Finch station, the northern terminus of Line 1 Yonge-University, with a major bus terminal serving TTC routes plus GO Transit and York Region Transit buses. (Line 6 Finch West, opened Dec 2025, runs west from Finch West station at Keele – not from Yonge & Finch.) |
| Everyday life | Yonge St restaurant and grocery strip between Finch and Steeles (Korean and Persian markets and eateries); Centerpoint Mall at Yonge & Steeles; Hendon Park and the Finch hydro corridor trail; Newtonbrook Park. |
| Official City neighbourhood | Newtonbrook East and Newtonbrook West (north of Finch); Yonge-Doris and Willowdale West (south of Finch) |
Things renters in Yonge and Finch should know
- End-of-line station: you are guaranteed a seat heading downtown in the morning, and GO/YRT buses from the Finch terminal suit commuters to York Region.
- Finch Ave and the bus terminal area are busy; suites facing the terminal or Yonge can be noisy.
- Several older 1980s buildings here have large suites with utilities included – good value for sharers.
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 Yonge and Finch, Pulse and Grande Triomphe 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 Yonge and Finch?
My top five for renters are Pulse, Grande Triomphe, The Palm Condominium Residences, Chicago Residences and Dynasty Tower, chosen for transit access, amenities, suite sizes, building condition and rental supply.
How much does it cost to rent a condo in Yonge and Finch?
In Q2 2026, condo apartments leased in TRREB district C14, which covers Yonge and Finch, averaged $2,273 a month for a one-bedroom and $2,954 for a two-bedroom. The City of Toronto averages were $2,316 and $3,154.
Which condo in Yonge and Finch is best for transit?
Pulse at 5500 Yonge St (Pulse II at 5508 Yonge St): about a 3-minute walk to Finch station.
Are older or newer condos better to rent in Yonge and Finch?
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.
- Pulse — building facts — accessed September 2026.
- Grande Triomphe — building facts — accessed September 2026.
- Yonge and Finch — neighbourhood and transit facts — accessed September 2026.
- Yonge and Finch — 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.