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 St. Clair are Imperial Plaza, The St. Clair, The Clairmont, 5 Rosehill and One Balmoral. 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 | Imperial Plaza | 111 St Clair Ave W | 2017 | The area's big amenity building with the largest rental pool |
| 2 | The St. Clair | 10 Delisle Ave | 2004 | Mid-size 2000s building on a quiet street by the subway |
| 3 | The Clairmont | 1430 Yonge St | 2008 | Transit pick directly on Yonge at the station |
| 4 | 5 Rosehill | 5 Rosehill Ave | 1997 | Value pick with all-in utilities in a quiet location near ravine trails |
| 5 | One Balmoral | 1 Balmoral Ave | 1998 | Larger-layout 1990s mid-rise with utilities included, just north of the intersection |
How I chose them: I looked at Yonge and St. Clair 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 St. Clair costs right now
| Q2 2026, condo apartments | Avg 1-bed | Avg 2-bed | Units leased |
|---|---|---|---|
| TRREB district C02 | $2,623 | $5,181 | 514 |
| TRREB district C09 | $2,425 | $4,931 | 49 |
| 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 Yonge and St. Clair; it is wider than the neighbourhood itself, so treat these as a guide rather than a quote for any one building.
One caution: district C09 had only 49 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 Yonge and St. Clair
Imperial Plaza
111 St Clair Ave W
Completed 2017 · 23 storeys · about 399 suites · Developer: Camrost Felcorp
Getting around: A few minutes' walk to St. Clair station (Line 1) and the 512 streetcar.
What the building offers: Indoor pool; gym; concierge; party room.
What renters should know:
- Conversion of the 1950s former Imperial Oil headquarters (Heritage Toronto award) — loft-style suites with a distinctive heritage feel.
- Largest condo in the area, so it supplies a big share of local rental listings.
- Registered 2017: relatively newer interiors inside an older structure.
Why it makes the list: The area's big amenity building with the largest rental pool.
The St. Clair
10 Delisle Ave
Completed 2004 · 15 storeys · about 226 suites · Developer: Barclay-Grayson Group
Getting around: A short walk to St. Clair station (Line 1).
What the building offers: Gym; concierge; party room; games room; visitor parking.
What renters should know:
- Heat, air conditioning, water and parking reported as included in condo fees.
- Quiet side street just off Yonge.
- Second-largest condo in the immediate area.
Why it makes the list: Mid-size 2000s building on a quiet street by the subway.
The Clairmont
1430 Yonge St
Completed 2008 · 14 storeys · about 87 suites
Getting around: Steps from St. Clair station (Line 1).
What the building offers: Gym; concierge; party room; rooftop patio.
What renters should know:
- Right on Yonge: very convenient, but Yonge-facing suites get street noise.
- Smaller building; heat reported as included in condo fees.
- Newer than most condos in the area.
Why it makes the list: Transit pick directly on Yonge at the station.
5 Rosehill
5 Rosehill Ave
Completed 1997 · 7 storeys · about 93 suites · Developer: Minuk Developments
Getting around: A short walk to St. Clair station (Line 1).
What the building offers: Concierge; party room; security guard; meeting room.
What renters should know:
- Heat, hydro, air conditioning and water reported as included in condo fees — makes all-inclusive leases easier.
- Pet restrictions apply.
- Quiet residential street near David A. Balfour Park; limited amenities.
Why it makes the list: Value pick with all-in utilities in a quiet location near ravine trails.
One Balmoral
1 Balmoral Ave
Completed 1998 · 9 storeys · about 133 suites · Developer: Diamante Development Corporation
Getting around: A short walk to St. Clair station (Line 1).
What the building offers: Concierge; guest suites; party room; meeting room.
What renters should know:
- Heat, hydro, air conditioning, parking and water reported as included in condo fees.
- Older 1990s building with larger layouts than new-builds.
- Few in-building amenities beyond concierge and guest suites.
Why it makes the list: Larger-layout 1990s mid-rise with utilities included, just north of the intersection.
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Living in Yonge and St. Clair as a renter
An established, upscale midtown node where office towers and high-rise apartments around the intersection give way to leafy residential streets. Condo stock is mostly mid-rise buildings from the 1980s-2000s, plus a heritage office-to-condo conversion.
| Yonge and St. Clair in brief | |
|---|---|
| Where it is | Centred on Yonge St & St. Clair Ave; roughly Avenue Rd to the west, the Vale of Avoca ravine to the east, the Beltline Trail to the north and the CPR/Summerhill area to the south. |
| Transit | St. Clair station (Line 1 Yonge-University), which is also the eastern terminus of the 512 St. Clair streetcar; Summerhill station one stop south. No Line 5 station in the immediate area. |
| Everyday life | Yonge and St. Clair retail strips; David A. Balfour Park and the Vale of Avoca ravine; the Beltline Trail; Deer Park and Rosehill Ave residential streets. |
| Official City neighbourhood | Yonge-St.Clair; Rosedale-Moore Park (east of Yonge) |
Things renters in Yonge and St. Clair should know
- Many older condos here include heat and even hydro in maintenance fees, which can make all-inclusive rents more common.
- Condo stock is mostly boutique and owner-occupied, so rental listings are fewer than at Yonge & Eglinton; the larger buildings (Imperial Plaza, The St. Clair) supply most rentals.
- The St. Clair streetcar starts at St. Clair station, giving an easy west-bound surface route alongside the subway.
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 St. Clair, Imperial Plaza and The St. Clair 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 St. Clair?
My top five for renters are Imperial Plaza, The St. Clair, The Clairmont, 5 Rosehill and One Balmoral, chosen for transit access, amenities, suite sizes, building condition and rental supply.
How much does it cost to rent a condo in Yonge and St. Clair?
In Q2 2026, condo apartments leased in TRREB district C02, which covers Yonge and St. Clair, 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 Yonge and St. Clair is best for transit?
Imperial Plaza at 111 St Clair Ave W: A few minutes' walk to St. Clair station (Line 1) and the 512 streetcar.
Are older or newer condos better to rent in Yonge and St. Clair?
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.
- Imperial Plaza — building facts — accessed September 2026.
- Imperial Plaza — building facts — accessed September 2026.
- The St. Clair — building facts — accessed September 2026.
- The Clairmont — building facts — accessed September 2026.
- 5 Rosehill — building facts — accessed September 2026.
- One Balmoral — building facts — accessed September 2026.
- Yonge and St. Clair — neighbourhood and transit facts — accessed September 2026.
- Yonge and St. Clair — 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.