Market Data as of August 31, 2026
The Polo Club II — Rental Market Data
Building Summary & Rental Market Overview
Rental market analytics and building profile as of August 31, 2026.
The Polo Club II at 44 St Joseph St in Toronto's Downtown Core is a 388-suite residential building completed in 1988 by Polo Club II Developments, currently showing four active listings for a 1 percent availability rate. Leasing activity has slowed sharply: zero closed leases in the trailing 30 days versus eleven transactions over the past 90 days at an average of 23 days on market, with the all-time record spanning 17 leases and a 24-day average DOM.
Active asking rents average $2,809 per month at $2.98 per square foot across a mean suite size of 938 square feet, compared to the 90-day realized lease average of $2,691 per month at $4.22 per square foot on 646-square-foot units. The higher nominal asking rent reflects the substantially larger footprints currently on the market rather than a rate premium; on a per-square-foot basis, The Polo Club II's active inventory sits 34.6 percent below the Downtown Core asking benchmark of $4.56 per square foot. Current listings skew toward two-bedroom executive layouts, a notable departure from the historical lease book dominated by one-bedroom-plus-den units.
Marketing friction is elevated: active listings have averaged 43 days on market, roughly double the submarket benchmark of 21 days, even though zero units have delisted or expired during the tracking window. Across all 17 tracked closed transactions, tenants secured an average concession of $38 per month, or 1.38 percent below asking, with 35.3 percent of deals closing under the initial list price for an annualized savings of $456. Inventory depth is thin: two two-bedroom units offer a small selection, while the one-bedroom and one-bedroom-plus-den tiers each carry a single listing, leaving renters with limited alternatives within the building.
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Active Rental Inventory & Asking Rates
Current market availability, asking prices, and unit price histories at The Polo Club II as of August 31, 2026 (comparing August 2026 vs July 2026).
Active Market Insights & Questions
How has rental availability changed at The Polo Club II recently?
The Polo Club II lists four active units as of August 31, 2026, with asking rents ranging from $1,250 to $3,795 per month, an average of $2,809 and a median of $3,095. The mean suite size across these listings is 938 square feet at an average asking rate of $2.98 per square foot. Two-bedroom units account for half the active inventory, while the remaining two listings split evenly between a one-bedroom and a one-bedroom-plus-den, meaning current availability leans toward larger multi-bedroom layouts rather than compact entry-level suites.
What floor plans and unit layouts are currently available at The Polo Club II?
The two-bedroom tier dominates The Polo Club II's active inventory with two units representing 50 percent of available listings, averaging $3,745 per month on 1,225 square feet at $3.07 per square foot. The one-bedroom tier holds a single listing at $2,495 per month for 650 square feet ($3.84 per square foot), and the one-bedroom-plus-den tier also carries one unit at $1,250 per month on 650 square feet ($1.92 per square foot). Each of the smaller tiers represents a single transaction, so renters should treat those price points as individual deals rather than market averages.
What is the average asking rent and $/SF by suite size at The Polo Club II?
The Polo Club II's active asking rents span from a $1,250 entry point to a $3,795 peak, a dollar spread of $2,545 or 203.6 percent. The median asking rent sits at $3,095 per month. The entry-level suite is a one-bedroom-plus-den at 650 square feet and $1.92 per square foot, while the peak listing is a two-bedroom at 1,150 square feet and $3.30 per square foot, reflecting a 500-square-foot footprint difference between the lowest and highest asking units.
How much extra do parking spaces and dens cost at The Polo Club II?
The Polo Club II's active den premium cannot be reliably quantified: the tracked den unit carries a negative differential of $1,245 relative to comparable one-bedroom listings, yet the square-footage delta registers at zero and no marginal per-square-foot cost can be isolated. Parking stall premiums are likewise inconclusive due to an unreliable or insufficient paired sample, so no verified monthly parking add-on can be quoted for active listings.
How do asking rents at The Polo Club II compare to local and municipal benchmarks?
The Polo Club II's active asking average of $2,809 per month at $2.98 per square foot undercuts the Downtown Core submarket asking benchmark of $3,471 per month at $4.56 per square foot by 34.6 percent on a rate basis. The lower per-square-foot pricing is driven by the building's larger average suite footprint of 938 square feet versus the submarket norm, meaning renters pay more in total dollars for proportionally more space rather than a premium rate. The Polo Club II represents four out of 224 active listings in the Downtown Core, a 1.8 percent share of total submarket inventory.
Historical Active Listings & Market Dynamics
Analyze availability, historical asking prices, price per foot ($/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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-27 | 5 | 2539 | 635 | 4.03 | 20 |
| 2026-04-28 | 5 | 2539 | 635 | 4.03 | 21 |
| 2026-04-29 | 4 | 2575 | 632 | 4.11 | 27 |
| 2026-04-30 | 4 | 2575 | 632 | 4.11 | 28 |
| 2026-05-01 | 4 | 2575 | 632 | 4.11 | 29 |
| 2026-05-02 | 4 | 2575 | 632 | 4.11 | 30 |
| 2026-05-03 | 4 | 2575 | 632 | 4.11 | 31 |
| 2026-05-04 | 5 | 2550 | 635 | 4.05 | 25 |
| 2026-05-05 | 5 | 2550 | 635 | 4.05 | 26 |
| 2026-05-06 | 5 | 2550 | 635 | 4.05 | 27 |
| 2026-05-07 | 5 | 2550 | 635 | 4.05 | 28 |
| 2026-05-08 | 5 | 2550 | 635 | 4.05 | 29 |
| 2026-05-09 | 5 | 2550 | 635 | 4.05 | 30 |
| 2026-05-10 | 5 | 2550 | 635 | 4.05 | 31 |
| 2026-05-11 | 5 | 2550 | 635 | 4.05 | 32 |
| 2026-05-12 | 5 | 2550 | 635 | 4.05 | 33 |
| 2026-05-13 | 5 | 2550 | 635 | 4.05 | 34 |
| 2026-05-14 | 5 | 2550 | 635 | 4.05 | 35 |
| 2026-05-15 | 5 | 2550 | 635 | 4.05 | 36 |
| 2026-05-16 | 4 | 2525 | 607 | 4.17 | 42 |
| 2026-05-17 | 4 | 2525 | 607 | 4.17 | 43 |
| 2026-05-18 | 4 | 2525 | 607 | 4.17 | 44 |
| 2026-05-19 | 4 | 2525 | 607 | 4.17 | 45 |
| 2026-05-20 | 4 | 2525 | 607 | 4.17 | 46 |
| 2026-05-21 | 4 | 2525 | 607 | 4.17 | 47 |
| 2026-05-22 | 4 | 2525 | 607 | 4.17 | 48 |
| 2026-05-23 | 4 | 2525 | 607 | 4.17 | 49 |
| 2026-05-24 | 3 | 2550 | 592 | 4.31 | 60 |
| 2026-05-25 | 3 | 2550 | 592 | 4.31 | 61 |
| 2026-05-26 | 2 | 2700 | 613 | 4.42 | 52 |
| 2026-05-27 | 2 | 2700 | 613 | 4.42 | 53 |
| 2026-05-28 | 4 | 2637 | 632 | 4.19 | 27 |
| 2026-05-29 | 4 | 2637 | 632 | 4.19 | 28 |
| 2026-05-30 | 4 | 2637 | 632 | 4.19 | 29 |
| 2026-05-31 | 4 | 2637 | 632 | 4.19 | 30 |
| 2026-06-01 | 6 | 2617 | 633 | 4.15 | 15 |
| 2026-06-02 | 6 | 2617 | 633 | 4.15 | 16 |
| 2026-06-03 | 7 | 2628 | 636 | 4.15 | 14 |
| 2026-06-04 | 7 | 2628 | 636 | 4.15 | 15 |
| 2026-06-05 | 7 | 2628 | 636 | 4.15 | 16 |
| 2026-06-06 | 7 | 2628 | 636 | 4.15 | 17 |
| 2026-06-07 | 7 | 2628 | 636 | 4.15 | 18 |
| 2026-06-08 | 6 | 2642 | 633 | 4.19 | 21 |
| 2026-06-09 | 5 | 2670 | 650 | 4.12 | 8 |
| 2026-06-10 | 5 | 2670 | 650 | 4.12 | 9 |
| 2026-06-11 | 5 | 2670 | 650 | 4.12 | 10 |
| 2026-06-12 | 4 | 2763 | 675 | 4.10 | 12 |
| 2026-06-13 | 5 | 2709 | 670 | 4.05 | 10 |
| 2026-06-14 | 5 | 2709 | 670 | 4.05 | 11 |
| 2026-06-15 | 5 | 2709 | 670 | 4.05 | 12 |
| 2026-06-16 | 5 | 2709 | 670 | 4.05 | 13 |
| 2026-06-17 | 4 | 2711 | 675 | 4.02 | 14 |
| 2026-06-18 | 4 | 2711 | 675 | 4.02 | 15 |
| 2026-06-19 | 4 | 2711 | 675 | 4.02 | 16 |
| 2026-06-20 | 4 | 2711 | 675 | 4.02 | 17 |
| 2026-06-21 | 4 | 2711 | 675 | 4.02 | 18 |
| 2026-06-22 | 3 | 2682 | 683 | 3.92 | 18 |
| 2026-06-23 | 3 | 2615 | 667 | 3.92 | 12 |
| 2026-06-24 | 3 | 2615 | 667 | 3.92 | 13 |
| 2026-06-25 | 3 | 2598 | 667 | 3.90 | 13 |
| 2026-06-26 | 3 | 2598 | 667 | 3.90 | 14 |
| 2026-06-27 | 3 | 2598 | 667 | 3.90 | 15 |
| 2026-06-28 | 3 | 2598 | 667 | 3.90 | 16 |
| 2026-06-29 | 3 | 2598 | 667 | 3.90 | 17 |
| 2026-06-30 | 3 | 2598 | 667 | 3.90 | 18 |
| 2026-07-01 | 3 | 2598 | 667 | 3.90 | 19 |
| 2026-07-02 | 2 | 2598 | 675 | 3.85 | 13 |
| 2026-07-03 | 2 | 2598 | 675 | 3.85 | 14 |
| 2026-07-04 | 2 | 2598 | 675 | 3.85 | 15 |
| 2026-07-05 | 3 | 2832 | 667 | 4.26 | 11 |
| 2026-07-06 | 3 | 2832 | 667 | 4.26 | 12 |
| 2026-07-07 | 3 | 2832 | 667 | 4.26 | 13 |
| 2026-07-08 | 4 | 2436 | 663 | 3.67 | 10 |
| 2026-07-09 | 4 | 2436 | 663 | 3.67 | 11 |
| 2026-07-10 | 4 | 2436 | 663 | 3.67 | 12 |
| 2026-07-11 | 4 | 2436 | 663 | 3.67 | 13 |
| 2026-07-12 | 4 | 2436 | 663 | 3.67 | 14 |
| 2026-07-13 | 4 | 2436 | 663 | 3.67 | 15 |
| 2026-07-14 | 4 | 2436 | 663 | 3.67 | 16 |
| 2026-07-15 | 4 | 2436 | 663 | 3.67 | 17 |
| 2026-07-16 | 4 | 2436 | 663 | 3.67 | 18 |
| 2026-07-17 | 4 | 2436 | 663 | 3.67 | 19 |
| 2026-07-18 | 4 | 2436 | 663 | 3.67 | 20 |
| 2026-07-19 | 3 | 2148 | 667 | 3.21 | 24 |
| 2026-07-20 | 2 | 1873 | 650 | 2.88 | 25 |
| 2026-07-21 | 2 | 1873 | 650 | 2.88 | 26 |
| 2026-07-22 | 2 | 1873 | 650 | 2.88 | 27 |
| 2026-07-23 | 3 | 2098 | 617 | 3.47 | 18 |
| 2026-07-24 | 3 | 2098 | 617 | 3.47 | 19 |
| 2026-07-25 | 3 | 2098 | 617 | 3.47 | 20 |
| 2026-07-26 | 3 | 2098 | 617 | 3.47 | 21 |
| 2026-07-27 | 3 | 2098 | 617 | 3.47 | 22 |
| 2026-07-28 | 2 | 1873 | 650 | 2.88 | 33 |
| 2026-07-29 | 2 | 1873 | 650 | 2.88 | 34 |
| 2026-07-30 | 2 | 1873 | 650 | 2.88 | 35 |
| 2026-07-31 | 2 | 1873 | 650 | 2.88 | 36 |
| 2026-08-01 | 2 | 1873 | 650 | 2.88 | 37 |
| 2026-08-02 | 2 | 1873 | 650 | 2.88 | 38 |
| 2026-08-03 | 2 | 1873 | 650 | 2.88 | 39 |
| 2026-08-04 | 2 | 1873 | 650 | 2.88 | 40 |
| 2026-08-05 | 2 | 1873 | 650 | 2.88 | 41 |
| 2026-08-06 | 2 | 1873 | 650 | 2.88 | 42 |
| 2026-08-07 | 2 | 1873 | 650 | 2.88 | 43 |
| 2026-08-08 | 2 | 1873 | 650 | 2.88 | 44 |
| 2026-08-09 | 2 | 1873 | 650 | 2.88 | 45 |
| 2026-08-10 | 3 | 2480 | 867 | 2.87 | 30 |
| 2026-08-11 | 3 | 2480 | 867 | 2.87 | 31 |
| 2026-08-12 | 3 | 2480 | 867 | 2.87 | 32 |
| 2026-08-13 | 4 | 2809 | 938 | 2.98 | 25 |
| 2026-08-14 | 4 | 2809 | 938 | 2.98 | 26 |
| 2026-08-15 | 4 | 2809 | 938 | 2.98 | 27 |
| 2026-08-16 | 4 | 2809 | 938 | 2.98 | 28 |
| 2026-08-17 | 4 | 2809 | 938 | 2.98 | 29 |
| 2026-08-18 | 4 | 2809 | 938 | 2.98 | 30 |
| 2026-08-19 | 4 | 2809 | 938 | 2.98 | 31 |
| 2026-08-20 | 4 | 2809 | 938 | 2.98 | 32 |
| 2026-08-21 | 4 | 2809 | 938 | 2.98 | 33 |
| 2026-08-22 | 4 | 2809 | 938 | 2.98 | 34 |
| 2026-08-23 | 4 | 2809 | 938 | 2.98 | 35 |
| 2026-08-24 | 4 | 2809 | 938 | 2.98 | 36 |
| 2026-08-25 | 4 | 2809 | 938 | 2.98 | 37 |
| 2026-08-26 | 4 | 2809 | 938 | 2.98 | 38 |
| 2026-08-27 | 4 | 2809 | 938 | 2.98 | 39 |
| 2026-08-28 | 4 | 2809 | 938 | 2.98 | 40 |
| 2026-08-29 | 4 | 2809 | 938 | 2.98 | 41 |
| 2026-08-30 | 4 | 2809 | 938 | 2.98 | 42 |
| 2026-08-31 | 4 | 2809 | 938 | 2.98 | 43 |
12-Month Market Dynamics & Trend Trajectory
The Polo Club II's average realized rent of $2,623 per month sits $308 below the Downtown Core submarket average of $2,931, and its $4.08 per square foot rate runs 5.8% under the submarket's $4.48 per square foot benchmark. This positions the building as a value-oriented option within a submarket where active asking rents average $3,471 per month and $4.56 per square foot, giving tenants a meaningful entry-point discount relative to both realized and asking comps. Pricing discipline at The Polo Club II leans tenant-favorable: 35.3% of the 17 tracked leases closed below asking, with an average concession of $38 per month (1.38%) that equates to $456 in annual tenant savings. The net negotiation spread of -$38 confirms landlord willingness to move on price rather than hold listings indefinitely, though the modest percentage suggests most units still cleared near their listed rate without deep markdowns.
Historical building statistics - leased transactions
This section tracks completed leasing transactions over time starting from May 1, 2026. Use the filters below to refine the trends by unit type, parking, den, and price performance.
Latest leased insights and trends
| Date | Units Leased | Avg Leased Price ($) | Avg SqFt (SF) | Avg PSF ($/SF) | Avg DOM (Days) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-10 | 1 | 2500 | 750 | 3.33 | 19 |
| 2026-05-17 | 0 | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| 2026-05-24 | 2 | 2375 | 600 | 3.97 | 51 |
| 2026-05-31 | 0 | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| 2026-06-07 | 3 | 2450 | 583 | 4.22 | 37 |
| 2026-06-14 | 1 | 2650 | 650 | 4.08 | 14 |
| 2026-06-21 | 3 | 2833 | 700 | 4.06 | 15 |
| 2026-06-28 | 1 | 2550 | 650 | 3.92 | 35 |
| 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 | 2 | 3000 | 675 | 4.47 | 20 |
| 2026-07-26 | 1 | 2550 | 550 | 4.64 | 5 |
Nearby Building Rental Comparables & Price Spreads
Direct rental rate comparisons against residential properties in the immediate vicinity.
The Polo Club II at 44 St Joseph St sits in a dense cluster of four active competitors within 100 metres, all recording closed lease transactions over the trailing 180 days. The nearest peer, 1001 Bay at 1001 Bay St (60 m, completed 1990), logged 30 closed leases; The Polo Club I at 1055 Bay St (80 m, completed 1987) recorded 15; 1Thousand Bay at 57 St Joseph St (100 m, completed 2016) closed 64 leases; and Eleven Residences at 11 St Joseph St (100 m, completed 2011) completed 22. The two 1980s-era buildings (The Polo Club I and 1001 Bay) represent the same structural generation as the subject, while 1Thousand Bay and Eleven Residences introduce a 2010s amenity-heavy cohort that resets local expectations for indoor pools, business centres, and media rooms. Against the four-comp benchmark of $2,711 average rent, $4.22 per square foot, and 678 average square feet, The Polo Club II's realized lease profile of $2,623 per month at $4.08 per square foot across 646 square feet positions it modestly below the pocket average on both rate and rent while offering a mid-range footprint. The subject's 1988 build date places it two years younger than its sister building The Polo Club I but nearly three decades older than the 2016 and 2011 competitors, meaning its value proposition rests on a lower per-square-foot cost and a full outdoor-recreation amenity suite rather than the indoor wellness and remote-work infrastructure that defines the newer cohort.
Comparable Analysis & Questions
How do rental rates at The Polo Club II compare to neighbouring buildings within Downtown Core?
The Polo Club II's average realized lease rent of $2,623 per month sits $88 below the four-comp benchmark of $2,711, with the spread varying by competitor. 1001 Bay at 1001 Bay St (60 m, 30 closed leases) averaged $3,003 per month at $4.00 per square foot across 805 square feet, placing the subject $380 lower in nominal rent. The Polo Club I at 1055 Bay St (80 m, 15 closed leases) averaged $2,436 per month at $4.05 per square foot across 621 square feet, meaning the subject commands $187 more per month. 1Thousand Bay at 57 St Joseph St (100 m, 64 closed leases) averaged $2,638 per month at $5.00 per square foot across 551 square feet, with the subject trading just $15 lower. Eleven Residences at 11 St Joseph St (100 m, 22 closed leases) averaged $2,765 per month at $3.82 per square foot across 736 square feet, placing the subject $142 lower in monthly rent.
Does The Polo Club II offer a competitive price-per-square-foot ($/SF) against local comparables?
The Polo Club II leases at $4.08 per square foot across an average 646-square-foot suite, positioning it below the comp benchmark of $4.22 per square foot and 678 square feet while offering a competitive rate against three of four active neighbours. Against 1001 Bay, the subject commands a $0.08 per square foot (2.0%) premium yet provides 159 fewer interior square feet, so the $380 lower monthly rent is driven entirely by the smaller footprint rather than a weaker per-square-foot valuation. Versus The Polo Club I, the subject carries a $0.03 per square foot (0.7%) premium and 25 more square feet, explaining the $187 higher rent on a near-identical building. Against 1Thousand Bay, the subject trades at a $0.92 per square foot (18.4%) discount while delivering 95 more square feet, making it the clear value play for renters prioritizing space over indoor wellness amenities. Compared with Eleven Residences, the subject commands a $0.26 per square foot (6.8%) premium but provides 90 fewer square feet, so the $142 lower nominal rent again reflects the smaller interior footprint rather than a rate concession.
How do building age, amenities, and developer reputation impact rent spreads?
The Polo Club II offers an 11-item outdoor-recreation and social amenity package that overlaps heavily with its 1980s-era sister building but differentiates from the two 2010s competitors on specific lifestyle themes. The subject's outdoor pool, hot tub, sauna, squash court, and rooftop terrace mirror The Polo Club I's identical list, while 1001 Bay substitutes an indoor pool and basketball court for the subject's outdoor pool and adds no meeting room. Against 1Thousand Bay, the subject lacks a yoga studio, indoor pool, media and theatre room, library, and business centre but retains a hot tub and dedicated meeting room that 1Thousand Bay does not offer. Eleven Residences forgoes the pool, sauna, and squash court entirely in favour of a garden courtyard, tanning beds, and a media room. The Polo Club II's package best serves cost-conscious professionals and active renters who prioritize outdoor swimming, racquet sports, and a rooftop social space over the indoor wellness and remote-work infrastructure that defines the 2016 and 2011 buildings.
Building Amenities, Transit & Neighbourhood Features
Building amenities and neighbouring residential communities around The Polo Club II.
Building Amenities
- Concierge & Security
- Gym & Fitness Centre
- Outdoor Pool
- Hot Tub & Jacuzzi
- Sauna & Steam Room
- Squash & Racquetball Court
- Party & Lounge Room
- Meeting Room
- Games & Billiards Room
- BBQ Area
- Rooftop Terrace
Residential Buildings in the Vicinity
- 1001 Bay65 m
- The Polo Club I78 m
- Eleven Residences96 m
- 1Thousand Bay104 m
- Five132 m
- The Britt140 m
- The Britt145 m
- U Condominiums - East Tower154 m
- Century Plaza175 m
- Nicholas Residences188 m
- U Condominiums - West Tower202 m
- 8 Wellesley207 m
Data Methodology & Analytical Standards
How FastScreen aggregates public listing records, tracks active inventory, and calculates rental market metrics for The Polo Club II.
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.
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