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These Are 5 Rent-Controlled Toronto Apartments & You Can Rent A 1-Bedroom For Under 2K

These listings won't break the bank!

​Apartment in North York. Right: Apartment in The Annex.

Apartment in North York. Right: Apartment in The Annex.

Associate Editor

Points2HomesIn the competitive landscape of the Toronto housing market, finding an affordable and rent-controlled apartment can feel like searching for a needle in a haystack.

However, we've curated a list of cost-effective options that are sure to catch your attention. These current listings are a selection of one-bedroom apartments in Toronto, all falling within the budget-friendly range of $1,500 to $1,900.

The best part? These apartments are subject to rent control, ensuring protection against significant increases in the years to come.

North York

\u200bEmpty apartment in North York.

Empty apartment in North York.

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Address: 333 Sidney Belsey Crescent, North York.

Price: $1,538

Details: This listing offers one-bedroom suites, with multiple available units in the building. They're around 650-square-feet in size, renting for $1538/month, including water and heating.

The suites feature laminate flooring, appliances, and blinds, and some have a dishwasher. The building has amenities like laundry, bike storage, and controlled access with security cameras. Indoor parking is available for $125/month.

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East York

\u200bEmpty apartment in East York.

Empty apartment in East York.

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Address: 165 Cosburn Ave., East York.

Price: $1,700 to $1,800

Details: Located in Greek Town, just off Danforth Avenue, this listing offers a traditional 6-storey building with a range of amenities. The building features 24-hour on-site staff, laundry facilities, storage lockers, an intercom entry system, underground parking, two elevators, and security cameras.

There are also nearby parks and a TTC bus stop at the building's doorstep.

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Upper Beaches

\u200bEmpty apartment in Upper Beaches.

Empty apartment in Upper Beaches.

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Address: 156 Kingston Rd., Toronto

Price: $1,650 to $1,750

Details: 156 Kingston Road in the Upper Beaches neighbourhood offers renovated one-bedroom suites with balconies. Amenities include surface parking, on-site laundry, and the option for Rogers' internet and cable services.

The building features 24-hour staff, security cameras and an intercom entry system.

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North York

\u200bEmpty apartment in North York.

Empty apartment in North York.

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Address: 1700 Victoria Park Ave., North York

Price: $1,700 to $2,000

Details: The building features upgraded suites with balconies for residents to enjoy. Amenities include two appliances in each suite, a laundry room, an elevator, security cameras, and key fobs for secure entry. The one-bedroom apartment spans approximately 465.4-square-feet.

The building is situated in a quiet area and is close to shopping, schools, and public transportation.

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The Annex

\u200bEmpty apartment in The Annex.

Empty apartment in The Annex.

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Address: 145 St. George St., Toronto

Price: $1,800

Details: This listing is situated near the University of Toronto and the vibrant Bloor Street shopping and dining district. The fully renovated unit offers a clean and bright living space spanning 635-square-feet.

With immediate proximity to the TTC subway, transportation convenience is at your doorstep. Rent includes heat and water, while electricity is an additional expense. Parking options are available, with outdoor parking priced at $120 and indoor parking at $120.

Rentals.ca listing

  • Associate Editor

    Rhythm Sachdeva (she/her) was a Toronto-based Associate Editor at Narcity Media. She has previously reported for CTV News, The Canadian Press, the Toronto Star and the Times of India, where she published several A1 features and breaking news stories for national audiences. Rhythm graduated from the University of Toronto with an honours bachelor of arts degree in journalism and also holds a graduate certificate in contemporary journalism from Centennial College. At university, she was the managing editor of her campus magazine, The Underground. She's passionate about writing about the diverse immigrant community in Toronto and is always on the hunt for unique human interest stories.

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