Market Data as of August 31, 2026
Q Loft — Rental Market Data
Building Summary & Rental Market Overview
Rental market analytics and building profile as of August 31, 2026.
Q Loft is an established 70-suite residential mid-rise situated at 1205 Queen St W in Toronto's Parkdale neighborhood, developed by Royal Queen Developments and completed in 2015. Currently, the building registers 1 active listing representing a tight availability rate of 1.4%. Leasing activity shows zero closed transactions over the past 30 days, alongside 1 closed lease over the preceding 90 days with an average days on market of 28.
Active asking rents sit at an average of $2,350 per month across a compact footprint of 550 square feet, achieving $4.27 per square foot, which compares against a realized 90-day historical lease of $4,000 per month spanning 600 square feet at $6.67 per square foot. The current active inventory asks at $4.27 per square foot, tracking slightly above the broader Parkdale submarket asking benchmark of $4.16 per square foot by 2.6%.
Marketing friction remains non-existent with zero delisted units recorded, while historical negotiations demonstrate tenant-favorable conditions where deals settled at an average discount of $100 per month (2.38%) below asking. Prospective tenants face single-layout scarcity, as the sole active offering consists entirely of a 1-Bedroom floor plan, leaving zero inventory across larger multi-bedroom tiers.
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Active Rental Inventory & Asking Rates
Current market availability, asking prices, and unit price histories at Q Loft as of August 31, 2026 (comparing August 2026 vs July 2026).
Active Market Insights & Questions
How has rental availability changed at Q Loft recently?
Q Loft carries 1 active listing as of August 31, 2026, maintaining a price range, average rent, and median rent of $2,350 per month. The active inventory features an average square footage of 550 square feet alongside an asking rate of $4.27 per square foot. A 1-Bedroom configuration accounts for 100% of the active inventory share, positioning current availability strictly within compact, entry-level suite footprints.
What floor plans and unit layouts are currently available at Q Loft?
The dominant active layout at Q Loft is the 1-Bedroom tier, claiming 1 listing and a 100% inventory share. This single active layout type averages $2,350 per month across 550 square feet at an asking rate of $4.27 per square foot. There are zero active listings available across other bedroom configurations.
What is the average asking rent and $/SF by suite size at Q Loft?
Q Loft records a minimum entry rent and peak asking rent of $2,350 per month, resulting in a dollar spread of $0 and a percentage spread of 0%. The median asking rent matches this figure at $2,350 per month. The entry-level and peak suite is a 1-Bedroom layout measuring 550 square feet and asking $4.27 per square foot.
How much extra do parking spaces and dens cost at Q Loft?
Q Loft has no active den premium data available, with both the active den premium dollar amount and square footage delta registering as null. Den space cost comparisons cannot be quantified due to the absence of active den listings or identical sizing metrics. Furthermore, active parking stall costs cannot be reliably isolated due to an insufficient paired sample.
How do asking rents at Q Loft compare to local and municipal benchmarks?
Q Loft asks an average monthly rent of $2,350 per month at $4.27 per square foot, which compares to the broader Parkdale submarket asking benchmark of $2,755 per month at $4.16 per square foot. The lower nominal monthly outlay for the building is driven by more compact suite sizing rather than cheaper unit pricing. The building's asking rate per square foot tracks 2.6% above the submarket asking benchmark while representing 11.1% of active submarket inventory.
Historical Active Listings & Market Dynamics
Analyze availability, historical asking prices, price per foot ($/SF), and days on market over time. Use filters below to benchmark specific layouts.
| Date | Units Available | Avg Price ($) | Avg SqFt (SF) | Avg PSF ($/SF) | Avg DOM (Days) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-13 | 1 | 2500 | 650 | 3.85 | N/A |
| 2026-05-14 | 1 | 2500 | 650 | 3.85 | 1 |
| 2026-05-15 | 1 | 2500 | 650 | 3.85 | 2 |
| 2026-05-16 | 1 | 2500 | 650 | 3.85 | 3 |
| 2026-05-17 | 1 | 2500 | 650 | 3.85 | 4 |
| 2026-05-18 | 1 | 2500 | 650 | 3.85 | 5 |
| 2026-05-19 | 1 | 2500 | 650 | 3.85 | 6 |
| 2026-05-20 | 1 | 2500 | 650 | 3.85 | 7 |
| 2026-05-21 | 1 | 2500 | 650 | 3.85 | 8 |
| 2026-05-22 | 1 | 2500 | 650 | 3.85 | 9 |
| 2026-05-23 | 1 | 2500 | 650 | 3.85 | 10 |
| 2026-05-24 | 1 | 2500 | 650 | 3.85 | 11 |
| 2026-05-25 | 1 | 2500 | 650 | 3.85 | 12 |
| 2026-05-26 | 1 | 2500 | 650 | 3.85 | 13 |
| 2026-06-29 | 1 | 4200 | 600 | 7.00 | N/A |
| 2026-06-30 | 1 | 4200 | 600 | 7.00 | 1 |
| 2026-07-01 | 1 | 4200 | 600 | 7.00 | 2 |
| 2026-07-02 | 1 | 4200 | 600 | 7.00 | 3 |
| 2026-07-03 | 1 | 4200 | 600 | 7.00 | 4 |
| 2026-07-04 | 1 | 4200 | 600 | 7.00 | 5 |
| 2026-07-05 | 1 | 4200 | 600 | 7.00 | 6 |
| 2026-07-06 | 1 | 4200 | 600 | 7.00 | 7 |
| 2026-07-07 | 1 | 4200 | 600 | 7.00 | 8 |
| 2026-07-08 | 1 | 4200 | 600 | 7.00 | 9 |
| 2026-07-09 | 1 | 4200 | 600 | 7.00 | 10 |
| 2026-07-10 | 1 | 4200 | 600 | 7.00 | 11 |
| 2026-07-11 | 1 | 4200 | 600 | 7.00 | 12 |
| 2026-07-12 | 1 | 4200 | 600 | 7.00 | 13 |
| 2026-07-13 | 1 | 4200 | 600 | 7.00 | 14 |
| 2026-07-14 | 1 | 4200 | 600 | 7.00 | 15 |
| 2026-07-15 | 1 | 4200 | 600 | 7.00 | 16 |
| 2026-07-16 | 1 | 4200 | 600 | 7.00 | 17 |
| 2026-07-17 | 1 | 4200 | 600 | 7.00 | 18 |
| 2026-07-18 | 1 | 4200 | 600 | 7.00 | 19 |
| 2026-07-19 | 1 | 4200 | 600 | 7.00 | 20 |
| 2026-07-20 | 1 | 4200 | 600 | 7.00 | 21 |
| 2026-07-21 | 1 | 4200 | 600 | 7.00 | 22 |
| 2026-07-22 | 1 | 4200 | 600 | 7.00 | 23 |
| 2026-07-23 | 1 | 4200 | 600 | 7.00 | 24 |
| 2026-07-24 | 1 | 4200 | 600 | 7.00 | 25 |
| 2026-07-25 | 1 | 4200 | 600 | 7.00 | 26 |
| 2026-07-26 | 1 | 4200 | 600 | 7.00 | 27 |
| 2026-08-17 | 1 | 2350 | 550 | 4.27 | N/A |
| 2026-08-18 | 1 | 2350 | 550 | 4.27 | 1 |
| 2026-08-19 | 1 | 2350 | 550 | 4.27 | 2 |
| 2026-08-20 | 1 | 2350 | 550 | 4.27 | 3 |
| 2026-08-21 | 1 | 2350 | 550 | 4.27 | 4 |
| 2026-08-22 | 1 | 2350 | 550 | 4.27 | 5 |
| 2026-08-23 | 1 | 2350 | 550 | 4.27 | 6 |
| 2026-08-24 | 1 | 2350 | 550 | 4.27 | 7 |
| 2026-08-25 | 1 | 2350 | 550 | 4.27 | 8 |
| 2026-08-26 | 1 | 2350 | 550 | 4.27 | 9 |
| 2026-08-27 | 1 | 2350 | 550 | 4.27 | 10 |
| 2026-08-28 | 1 | 2350 | 550 | 4.27 | 11 |
| 2026-08-29 | 1 | 2350 | 550 | 4.27 | 12 |
| 2026-08-30 | 1 | 2350 | 550 | 4.27 | 13 |
| 2026-08-31 | 1 | 2350 | 550 | 4.27 | 14 |
12-Month Market Dynamics & Trend Trajectory
Q Loft has recorded a lifetime leasing volume of 2 transactions with an average monthly rent of $3,250 per month and a realized rate of $5.26 per square foot. Average suite size stands at 625 square feet with a lifetime days-on-market average of 21 days, reflecting steady tenant turnover in the Parkdale submarket. Transaction distribution reflects balanced pricing discipline, with 50.0% of recent leases securing concessions below asking. The net negotiation spread settled at a discount of $100 per month, yielding an average 2.38% price reduction and establishing a mildly tenant-favorable leasing environment.
Historical building statistics - leased transactions
This section tracks completed leasing transactions over time starting from May 1, 2026. Use the filters below to refine the trends by unit type, parking, den, and price performance.
Latest leased insights and trends
| Date | Units Leased | Avg Leased Price ($) | Avg SqFt (SF) | Avg PSF ($/SF) | Avg DOM (Days) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-24 | 1 | 2500 | 650 | 3.85 | 14 |
| 2026-05-31 | 0 | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| 2026-06-07 | 0 | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| 2026-06-14 | 0 | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| 2026-06-21 | 0 | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| 2026-06-28 | 0 | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| 2026-07-05 | 0 | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| 2026-07-12 | 0 | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| 2026-07-19 | 0 | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| 2026-07-26 | 1 | 4000 | 600 | 6.67 | 28 |
Nearby Building Rental Comparables & Price Spreads
Direct rental rate comparisons against residential properties in the immediate vicinity.
Q Loft, located at 1205 Queen St W, competes directly within a dense micro-market of Parkdale residential buildings, evaluated alongside four nearby comparables: The Carnaby Lofts at 30 Minowan Miikan Lane (0.13 km away, completed in 2015, with 1 active lease), Noble Court at 24 Noble St (0.16 km away, built in 1990, with 1 active lease), 8 Gladstone at 8 Gladstone Ave (0.16 km away, completed in 2013, with 3 active leases in the past 180 days), and Two Gladstone at 2 Gladstone Ave (0.16 km away, completed in 2012, with 3 active leases in the past 180 days). These properties showcase a mix of structural generations, ranging from Noble Court's older mid-rise footprint built in 1990 to mid-2010s contemporary mid-rise builds like Q Loft and The Carnaby Lofts. Across this competitive set, the overall comparable benchmark averages an average rent of $2,938 per month at $4.33 per square foot across an average suite size of 706 square feet. Q Loft sits firmly within this micro-market as an established 70-suite development built in 2015, commanding a competitive rate per square foot that balances its boutique scale against both older developments like Noble Court and more compact modern peers like 8 Gladstone and Two Gladstone.
Comparable Analysis & Questions
How do rental rates at Q Loft compare to neighbouring buildings within Parkdale?
Q Loft achieves an average lease rent of $3,250 per month, trading above the overall comp average of $2,938 per month while comparing closely against named benchmarks such as The Carnaby Lofts and Two Gladstone. Individual competitor performance varies across the immediate neighborhood: The Carnaby Lofts (30 Minowan Miikan Lane) reported an average lease rent of $3,100 per month at $4.13 per square foot across an average of 750 square feet. Noble Court (24 Noble St) recorded an average lease rent of $3,600 per month at $3.79 per square foot across an average of 950 square feet. 8 Gladstone (8 Gladstone Ave) posted an average lease rent of $2,217 per month at $4.03 per square foot across an average of 550 square feet. Two Gladstone (2 Gladstone Ave) achieved an average lease rent of $2,833 per month at $5.38 per square foot across an average of 573 square feet.
Does Q Loft offer a competitive price-per-square-foot ($/SF) against local comparables?
Q Loft establishes its value proposition through a historical all-time average lease rate of $5.26 per square foot across an average suite size of 625 square feet, positioning itself at a rate per square foot premium over standard submarket benchmarks while offering competitive efficiency compared to older, larger alternatives. Renters evaluating Q Loft weigh modern mid-2010s layouts and efficient footprints against larger older spaces such as Noble Court's 950 square-foot layouts trading at $3.79 per square foot, or smaller compact configurations like 8 Gladstone's 550 square-foot suites leasing at $4.03 per square foot. While Q Loft trades at a $0.12 per square foot (-2.2%) discount below Two Gladstone's $5.38 per square foot rate, it maintains a higher rate per square foot than The Carnaby Lofts ($4.13 per square foot across 750 square feet) due to its boutique scale and central Queen Street West positioning.
How do building age, amenities, and developer reputation impact rent spreads?
Q Loft delivers a robust lifestyle and amenity package featuring a BBQ Area, Gym & Fitness Centre, Party & Lounge Room, Meeting Room, Media & Theatre Room, and Concierge & Security, closely matching or exceeding the feature sets found across competitive Parkdale properties. Specifically, Q Loft matches the concierge, gym, party room, and media room offerings found at The Carnaby Lofts while providing dedicated meeting and BBQ spaces. Compared to 8 Gladstone, which features specialized additions like a pet wash station and auto share alongside standard concierge and fitness facilities, Q Loft emphasizes traditional executive and social amenities including a formal meeting room and theatre. When contrasted with Two Gladstone's rooftop terrace and party room setup, Q Loft counters with a comprehensive indoor media and fitness suite. This amenity profile best serves urban professionals and couples seeking boutique residential living with strong onsite social and wellness infrastructure along the Queen West corridor.
Building Amenities, Transit & Neighbourhood Features
Building amenities and neighbouring residential communities around Q Loft.
Building Amenities
- BBQ Area
- Gym & Fitness Centre
- Party & Lounge Room
- Meeting Room
- Media & Theatre Room
- Concierge & Security
Residential Buildings in the Vicinity
- The Carnaby Lofts131 m
- Two Gladstone157 m
- 8 Gladstone159 m
- Noble Court164 m
- The Carnaby186 m
- 1181 Queen West203 m
- Twenty210 m
- The Brixton226 m
- Bohemian Embassy - South Tower254 m
- Bohemian Embassy - Queen Tower and Gallery261 m
- Brock Lofts293 m
- 31 Alma Avenue298 m
Data Methodology & Analytical Standards
How FastScreen aggregates public listing records, tracks active inventory, and calculates rental market metrics for Q Loft.
Snapshot Dates & Benchmark Cadence
- Standardized Snapshot: Market metrics reflect a standardized monthly snapshot locked as of August 31, 2026.
- Benchmark Comparison Cadence: Month-over-month comparisons evaluate changes across standardized month-end reporting windows (August 2026 vs July 2026), ensuring consistent baseline periods and eliminating intra-month reporting volatility.
- Point-in-Time Daily History: Daily charts capture point-in-time active listings available on any given calendar day.
Public Data Aggregation & Thresholds
- Public Data Aggregation: FastScreen aggregates residential rental listing and completed lease transaction records from publicly available sources.
- Threshold Filtering: All listings are subject to a minimum monthly rental threshold of $1,000 to filter out standalone storage lockers, private parking spaces, and misclassified commercial entries from condominium statistics.
Calculation Formulations
- Average Asking Rent: Weighted average of active asking prices across available suites in the reporting period.
- Price Per Square Foot ($/SF): Calculated by dividing rent by square footage only for listings that provide unit dimensions (suites without stated square footage are excluded from $/SF calculations).
- Days on Market (DOM): Measures elapsed calendar days between the date a suite is first listed and either the benchmark snapshot date (for active listings) or the finalized date leased.
- Parking & Den Differentials: Average asking rent differences between suites with vs. without parking, and suites with vs. without a den.
Data Limitations & Scope
- Exclusively Public Records: Statistics are derived exclusively from publicly available rental listings and completed lease records. Private direct-to-landlord arrangements, unadvertised tenant renewals, and off-market rental agreements are not captured.
- Agreed Contract Amounts: Reported lease amounts reflect agreed contract rents and do not account for private move-in allowances or individual unit renovations that may influence pricing spreads.
Disclaimer: The information and statistics presented on this page (including asking rents, lease prices, de-listed listings, average square footage, days on market, and implied suite premiums) are aggregated from public listing sources for general informational, educational, and reference purposes only. FastScreen does not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of any data shown. This information does not constitute financial, investment, legal, or professional real estate advice. Users should conduct their own independent research and consult with licensed professionals before making any rental, leasing, property management, or real estate investment decisions.
