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Market Data as of August 31, 2026

The College — Rental Market Data

297 College St, Toronto, Ontario M5T 0C2
Quick Rent Estimate
Active Suites8 Available
Type
Units
Avg Rent
3-Bedroom+
3
$4,398
2-Bedroom
2
$3,675
1-Bedroom
1
$1,950
1-Bedroom + Den
1
$2,980
2-Bedroom + Den
1
$3,500

Building Summary & Rental Market Overview

Rental market analytics and building profile as of August 31, 2026.

Building TypeCondominium
Year Completed2016
Total Suites226
DeveloperTribute Communities

Developed by Tribute Communities in 2016 at 297 College St within the Downtown West submarket, The College provides 226 residential suites and currently maintains 8 active listings, reflecting a 3.5% availability rate. Leasing velocity remains steady across the community, recording 3 closed transactions over the past 30 days averaging an 11-day days-on-market timeline alongside 25 leased units over the prior 90-day period averaging 25 days on market.

Active asking rents average $3,622 per month at $4.38 per square foot across an average footprint of 837 square feet, tracking higher than the realized 90-day leasing average of $2,840 per month. Current active inventory leans toward larger multi-bedroom layouts compared to historical lease volumes. The building's active asking rate of $4.38 per square foot sits slightly below the broader Downtown West submarket asking benchmark of $4.81 per square foot.

Marketing friction remains minimal, with closed units experiencing a 25-day days-on-market average compared to 20 days for delisted properties, while 34.4% of recent leases secured tenant-favorable concessions averaging $41 per month below asking. Prospective tenants will find deep selection within 3-Bedroom+ configurations, whereas 1-Bedroom and 1-Bedroom + Den layouts offer extremely limited inventory.

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Active Rental Inventory & Asking Rates

Current market availability, asking prices, and unit price histories at The College as of August 31, 2026 (comparing August 2026 vs July 2026).

Active Units8
+2 (33.3%)
Avg Asking Rent$3,622
+$130 (3.7%)
Avg Suite Size837 sf
-113 sf (11.9%)
Avg Days on Market27d
+12d (86.6%)
Avg Asking $/SF$4.38
+$0.67 (18.0%)

Active Market Insights & Questions

How has rental availability changed at The College recently?

The College features 8 active listings as of August 31, 2026, with asking prices spanning from $1,950 to $4,795 per month, averaging $3,622 per month and a median of $3,725 per month. Active suites average 837 square feet with an average asking rate of $4.38 per square foot. Multi-bedroom configurations dominate the current inventory mix, led by 3-Bedroom+ suites representing 37.5% of available units.

What floor plans and unit layouts are currently available at The College?

The dominant active layout at The College is the 3-Bedroom+ tier, accounting for 3 active listings or a 37.5% share of current availability. The building also offers a 2-Bedroom tier comprising 2 units (25.0% share) with an average rent of $3,675 per month across 750 square feet at $4.90 per square foot, alongside limited single listings for 1-Bedroom, 1-Bedroom + Den, and 2-Bedroom + Den layouts.

What is the average asking rent and $/SF by suite size at The College?

The College displays a wide pricing spread spanning from a minimum entry rent of $1,950 per month to a peak asking rent of $4,795 per month, creating a nominal dollar spread of $2,845 per month or a 145.9% variance. Median asking rent stands at $3,725 per month. The minimum entry tier consists of a 1-Bedroom suite spanning 950 square feet priced at $2.05 per square foot, whereas the peak asking tier comprises a 3-Bedroom+ suite spanning 1,046 square feet priced at $4.58 per square foot.

How much extra do parking spaces and dens cost at The College?

The College records an active den premium of $1,030 per month with a square footage delta of -300 square feet. Marginal cost per square foot for the extra den space is unquantified due to negative square footage tracking. Active parking stalls are available for a verified monthly fee of $298 per month.

How do asking rents at The College compare to local and municipal benchmarks?

The College records an average asking rent of $3,622 per month at $4.38 per square foot, tracking above the broader Downtown West submarket asking benchmark of $3,080 per month in nominal rent while offering a competitive rate per square foot. The higher nominal outlay relative to certain submarket averages is influenced by specific layout configurations. The building's asking rate per square foot sits 8.9% below the submarket asking benchmark of $4.81 per square foot, backed by 8 active listings representing a small share of submarket inventory.

Recent Leased Transactions & Contract Prices

Recent lease transactions, absorption velocity, and the difference between landlord asking prices and actual prices agreed to by tenants at The College (Data period: For the month of August 2026).

Units Leased3
Avg Leased Price$3,133
Avg Leased Size644 sf
Avg Days to Lease11d
Leased $/SF$4.07

Leased Transaction Insights & Questions

How many suites were leased at The College last month, and how fast did they rent?

At The College located at 297 College St, the 30-day leasing velocity recorded an average of 11 days on market, compared to a 90-day average of 25 days on market and a submarket benchmark of 20 days. Leasing turnover accelerated over the summer months, moving from 2 closed leases in April to 11 in June and 11 in July, before moderating to 3 closed deals in August.

What is the negotiation spread between asking rents and closed lease prices at The College?

At The College located at 297 College St, transactions settled with an average tenant discount of $41 per month, representing a 1.21% reduction below asking price and delivering $492 in annual tenant savings. Exactly 34.4% of all leases closed below asking price, reflecting clear tenant pricing leverage and landlord concessions in a competitive submarket.

What are typical executed lease prices across different layouts at The College?

The two highest-volume anchor layouts at The College are the 1-Bedroom + Den and the 2-Bedroom, averaging $2,717 per month with 25 days on market and $3,061 per month with 31 days on market respectively. The 1-Bedroom layout recorded 6 closed leases, averaging $2,492 per month (median: $2,500 per month, P25-P75: $2,462 to $2,500 per month) across 504 square feet at $5.05 per square foot with 14 days on market, forming a robust statistical benchmark. The 1-Bedroom + Den recorded 15 closed leases, averaging $2,717 per month (median: $2,600 per month, P25-P75: $2,570 to $2,750 per month) across 603 square feet at $4.53 per square foot with 25 days on market, forming a robust statistical benchmark. The 2-Bedroom recorded 9 closed leases, averaging $3,061 per month (median: $3,000 per month, P25-P75: $3,000 to $3,100 per month) across 719 square feet at $4.28 per square foot with 31 days on market, forming a robust statistical benchmark. The 2-Bedroom + Den recorded 1 closed lease, averaging $3,500 per month (median: $3,500 per month, P25-P75: $3,500 to $3,500 per month) across 950 square feet at $3.68 per square foot with 23 days on market, representing an individual transaction rather than a broad statistical benchmark (note that this represents an individual deal rather than a broad statistical benchmark). The 3-Bedroom+ recorded 1 closed lease, averaging $4,400 per month (median: $4,400 per month, P25-P75: $4,400 to $4,400 per month) across 1,100 square feet at $4.00 per square foot with 17 days on market, representing an individual transaction rather than a broad statistical benchmark (note that this represents an individual deal rather than a broad statistical benchmark).

What measurable rent premium did suites with parking achieve in closed leases at The College?

At The College located at 297 College St, paired parking data for closed leases was insufficient to establish a separate line-item leased parking premium. Active asking units indicate a verified parking premium of $298 per month when rented separately. Parking stalls are frequently bundled into larger multi-bedroom suite agreements rather than itemized independently.

How does the lease-to-listing ratio at The College reflect current tenant demand?

At The College located at 297 College St, overall rent followed a stable spring and summer trajectory with minor monthly fluctuations. In April 2026, 2 units closed at an average of $3,000 per month ($4.31 per square foot, 29 days on market). In May 2026, 5 units closed at an average of $2,828 per month ($4.32 per square foot, 21 days on market). In June 2026, 11 units closed at an average of $2,873 per month ($4.65 per square foot, 25 days on market). In July 2026, 11 units closed at an average of $2,728 per month ($4.64 per square foot, 28 days on market). In August 2026, 3 units closed at an average of $3,133 per month ($4.07 per square foot, 11 days on market).

De-Listed & Terminated Rental Market Dynamics

Analyze withdrawn listings, tenant price resistance, and subsequent re-listing discount trends at The College (Data period: For the month of August 2026).

Delisted Units3
Avg Asking Price$2,650
Avg Suite Size833 sf
Avg Days on Market20d
Delisted $/SF$3.09

De-Listed Market Analysis & Questions

How many listings de-listed at The College, and what was their re-listing price compared to previous asking?

At The College located at 297 College St, a total of 3 units were delisted, yielding a delisted-to-leased ratio of 100%, consisting entirely of 3 terminated listings with zero expired or suspended listings. This indicates a market health ratio where exactly 1 listing was pulled for every successful lease executed.

How do asking prices on de-listed suites compare to executed leases and active listings at The College?

At The College located at 297 College St, unrented delisted units asked an average of $2,650 per month, reflecting a nominal dollar spread of $483 per month below realized lease averages. Unrented units had a lower nominal asking price because they were concentrated in smaller floor plans, and commanded a lower rate per square foot ($3.09 per square foot versus $4.52 per square foot), demonstrating that prospective tenants evaluated overall value and pricing structure.

What market friction causes rental listings to stall or de-list at The College?

At The College located at 297 College St, delisted units averaged 20 days on market compared to 24 days for realized leases. The excess marketing days translate directly into unrented vacancy carry, locking landlords into approximately 0.3 months of lost rental income plus ongoing monthly condo maintenance fees before units were successfully removed or adjusted.

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.

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Historical statistics trends for active listings
DateUnits AvailableAvg Price ($)Avg SqFt (SF)Avg PSF ($/SF)Avg DOM (Days)
2026-04-27730336684.5936
2026-04-28730336684.5937
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2026-04-30831167034.5134
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12-Month Market Dynamics & Trend Trajectory

The College at 297 College St has achieved a robust lifetime leasing history with 32 total transactions, averaging $2,848 per month at $4.52 per square foot across an average suite size of 644 square feet. Tenant turnover remains steady with a lifetime average of 24 days on market, reflecting consistent demand in the Downtown West submarket. Pricing discipline at the building exhibits moderate tenant-favorable leverage. With 34.4% of transactions securing an average discount of $41 per month (1.21% below asking), tenants successfully negotiated concessions that yielded $492 in annual savings, while the remaining inventory closed firmly at or near asking price.

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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.

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DateUnits LeasedAvg Leased Price ($)Avg SqFt (SF)Avg PSF ($/SF)Avg DOM (Days)
2026-05-17328976834.3726
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2026-05-31125005504.554
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2026-06-21425505694.6551
2026-06-28628926174.6919
2026-07-05227506504.2724
2026-07-12328006504.347
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Nearby Building Rental Comparables & Price Spreads

Direct rental rate comparisons against residential properties in the immediate vicinity.

The competitive landscape surrounding The College at 297 College St includes four primary nearby competitor buildings ranging from 0.08 km to 0.24 km away, featuring a mix of modern and established structural generations built between 2000 and 2026. This micro-market set features 335 College Street located 0.08 km away, completed in 2026 with 7 active lease transactions; the Waverley at 484 Spadina Avenue located 0.13 km away, completed in 2021 with 0 active listings; 8 Oxford Condominiums at 8 Oxford Street located 0.14 km away, built in 2001 with 1 active lease; and Kensington Market Lofts, II at 21 Nassau St located 0.24 km away, built in 2000 with 0 active listings. Positioned within this Downtown West submarket, The College commands an average leased rate of $4.52 per square foot across an average suite size of 644 square feet, aligning closely with the overall comp average lease rent of $2,232 per month and an overall comp average of $4.10 per square foot. Compared against older generation assets like the 2001-built 8 Oxford Condominiums, which trades at $3.40 per square foot, the subject building achieves a premium that reflects its mid-2010s construction era, balanced scale, and competitive positioning against both compact micro-suites at 335 College Street and larger heritage lofts.

335 College Street, Toronto

Avg Asking$2,067/mo
Avg $/SF$4.55
Rent Spread:
-$1,555/mo (-42.9%) Lower

484 Spadina Avenue, Toronto

Avg Asking$3,239/mo
Avg $/SF$5.66
Rent Spread:
-$383/mo (-10.6%) Lower

8 Oxford Street, Toronto

Avg Asking$2,600/mo
Avg $/SF$3.46
Rent Spread:
-$1,022/mo (-28.2%) Lower

21 Nassau St, Toronto

Avg Asking$2,650/mo
Avg $/SF$4.82
Rent Spread:
-$972/mo (-26.8%) Lower

366 College Street, Toronto

Avg Asking$1,900/mo
Avg $/SF$3.45
Rent Spread:
-$1,722/mo (-47.5%) Lower

181 Huron St, Toronto

Avg Asking$3,171/mo
Avg $/SF$5.51
Rent Spread:
-$451/mo (-12.5%) Lower

Comparable Analysis & Questions

How do rental rates at The College compare to neighbouring buildings within Downtown West?

The College achieves an average lease rent of $2,848 per month, positioning it moderately above the overall comp average lease rent of $2,232 per month while trading competitively against nearby benchmark buildings like 8 Oxford Condominiums. Individual competitor metrics show 335 College Street recording an average lease rent of $1,914 per month at $4.79 per square foot across an average of 400 square feet; 8 Oxford Condominiums recording an average lease rent of $2,550 per month at $3.40 per square foot across an average of 750 square feet; and the Waverley alongside Kensington Market Lofts, II reporting zero active leases during the observation period.

Does The College offer a competitive price-per-square-foot ($/SF) against local comparables?

The College delivers a balanced value proposition by trading at $4.52 per square foot across an average suite size of 644 square feet, aligning closely with the submarket average lease rate of $4.55 per square foot. Renters evaluating the subject building versus older alternatives like the 2001-built 8 Oxford Condominiums—which offers a larger average footprint of 750 square feet at a lower rate of $3.40 per square foot—trade off slightly smaller square footage for superior building age, modern suite layouts, and reduced maintenance burdens. Against compact micro-suite alternatives such as 335 College Street, which averages 400 square feet at $4.79 per square foot, The College provides significantly more interior living space while maintaining competitive square footage pricing efficiency.

How do building age, amenities, and developer reputation impact rent spreads?

The College delivers a comprehensive lifestyle and amenity profile that compares favorably against surrounding mid-rise and high-rise alternatives in the Downtown West micro-market. The subject building features signature amenities including a 24/7 Concierge & Security service, a fully equipped Gym & Fitness Centre, a dedicated Media & Theatre Room, an expansive Rooftop Terrace, and a landscaped Garden & Courtyard. In contrast, 335 College Street offers a basic amenity package limited to a concierge, shared laundry, and rooftop terrace, while 8 Oxford Condominiums provides a gym, shared laundry, rooftop terrace, and party room. Meanwhile, modern peers like the Waverley introduce specialized features such as yoga and spin studios, an outdoor pool, a pet wash station, and a luxury car share. This robust amenity package makes The College particularly attractive to working professionals and urban couples seeking full-service condominium living with strong recreational spaces.

Building Amenities, Transit & Neighbourhood Features

Building amenities and neighbouring residential communities around The College.

Building Amenities

  • Concierge & Security
  • Gym & Fitness Centre
  • Media & Theatre Room
  • Games & Billiards Room
  • Party & Lounge Room
  • Meeting Room
  • BBQ Area
  • Rooftop Terrace
  • Garden & Courtyard

Data Methodology & Analytical Standards

How FastScreen aggregates public listing records, tracks active inventory, and calculates rental market metrics for The College.

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.