U.C. Tower — Rental Market Data

U.C. Tower features 13 active listings as of August 31, 2026, spanning an asking price range of $1,550 to $2,699 per month with an average asking rent of $2,153 per month and a median asking rent of $2,200 per month. Active suites average 633 square feet at an asking rate of $3.45 per square foot, anchored by 2-bedroom configurations that hold a dominant 38.5% share of total active inventory. The current active lineup leans toward multi-bedroom formats over compact entry-level footprints.

The dominant active layout at U.C. Tower is the 2-bedroom tier, accounting for 5 listings and a 38.5% inventory share. Available options span 3 active 1-bedroom suites averaging $1,917 per month across 550 square feet at $3.48 per square foot, alongside 2 units of 1-bedroom plus den formats averaging $2,100 per month across 550 square feet at $3.82 per square foot. The inventory also includes 5 units of 2-bedroom layouts averaging $2,238 per month across 670 square feet at $3.34 per square foot, 2 units of 3-bedroom plus suites averaging $2,650 per month across 864 square feet at $3.07 per square foot, and 1 single studio listing priced at $1,550 per month across 400 square feet at $3.88 per square foot.

U.C. Tower exhibits a minimum entry rent of $1,550 per month and a peak asking rent of $2,699 per month, generating a dollar spread of $1,149 per month or a 74.1% pricing spread. The median asking rent sits at $2,200 per month, reflecting the mid-market positioning of the tower. The entry-level suite consists of a 400-square-foot studio priced at $3.88 per square foot, while the peak tier comprises a 3-bedroom plus layout spanning up to 850 square feet at an asking rate of $3.18 per square foot.

U.C. Tower carries an active den premium of $183 per month with zero square footage delta, resulting in unquantified marginal space pricing. Active parking stalls are available at a verified rate of $249 per month.

U.C. Tower asks an average rent of $2,153 per month at $3.45 per square foot, positioning its asking rate 4.9% above the Oshawa submarket asking benchmark of $3.29 per square foot while capturing a 26.0% share of total submarket active inventory. The higher nominal monthly outlay compared to submarket averages is driven by suite sizing rather than inflated unit pricing. The building's rate per square foot tracks closely with the broader municipal context while offering larger average footprints.

U.C. Tower achieves an average lease rent of $2,030 per month, trading slightly below the modern U.C. Tower 2 benchmark while outperforming older student-oriented stock in the immediate vicinity. U.C. Tower 2 at 2545 Simcoe St N averages $2,066 per month at $3.33 per square foot across an average of 637 square feet. Charing Cross at 385 Arctic Red Dr commands an average of $2,352 per month at $2.80 per square foot across a larger average floor plan of 858 square feet. University Studios at 1900 Simcoe St N reports a lower average lease rent of $1,357 per month at $3.39 per square foot for compact 400-square-foot units. U.C. Tower Condominiums at 2250 Simcoe Street maintains active parity with zero recorded leases in the current 180-day window.

U.C. Tower establishes its value proposition by offering an average leased rate of $3.40 per square foot across an average suite size of 609 square feet, balancing modern finish quality with efficient layout utilization against regional alternatives. Renters evaluating U.C. Tower trade slightly higher rates per square foot than sprawling family-oriented alternatives like Charing Cross (which averages $2.80 per square foot across 858 square feet) for the benefit of newer construction standards, contemporary amenity programs, and manageable utility burdens. Conversely, tenants seeking extreme compaction find lower absolute dollar rents at older footprints like University Studios ($1,357 per month at $3.39 per square foot for 400 square feet), though they sacrifice overall living volume compared to U.C. Tower's 609-square-foot average.

U.C. Tower delivers an extensive lifestyle and amenity package that successfully rivals top-tier properties across the Oshawa submarket, serving young professionals, students, and couples seeking active, community-focused living. The building features signature amenities including a 24/7 concierge and security service, a fully equipped gym and fitness centre, a dedicated dog run and pet wash station, and an expansive rooftop terrace outfitted with an outdoor BBQ area and fireplaces. When contrasted with neighbours, U.C. Tower matches the robust offerings of U.C. Tower 2 (which includes specialized spaces like yoga and spin studios and a sound studio) while significantly outfitting older stock like University Studios, which lacks comprehensive outdoor social terraces and pet infrastructure. These refined shared spaces anchor U.C. Tower as a premier lifestyle destination in the Simcoe Street corridor.