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Scarborough City Centre Rental Comps & Market Trends

Access granular residential building comps, verified lease benchmarks, and real-time inventory for 3 tracked properties across Scarborough City Centre, Toronto.

Postal Codes Covered:M1H, M1P

Active Rental Inventory

Listed and Tracked by FastScreen as of August 2026

Current publicly listed rental units and asking prices across Scarborough City Centre

Active Listings
3units
Across 3 buildings
Average Asking Rent
$2,113/mo
+1.2% Asking Trend
Average Unit Size
817SF
Asking layout average
Average Asking / SF
$2.84/SF
Current asking rate
Average Days on Market
78days
Active listing age

Closed Leases

Transactions that closed in the Past 90 Days across Scarborough City Centre

Boutique volume expanded to rolling window
Units Leased
2closed
Executed transactions
Average Leased Rent
$2,245/mo
+2.3% MoM Delta
Average Leased SF
800SF
Executed size average
Average Leased / SF
$2.81/SF
Realized per-foot rate
Average Days on Market
15days
Days to execute lease

Scarborough City Centre Rental Rates by Unit Layout

Realized lease pricing, square footage, and pricing spreads across layout configurations based on transactions in Past 90 Days (expanded 90-day window).

Studio / Bachelor
$1,527/mo
$3.32/SF · 460 SF
-$357 vs Toronto
1-Bedroom
$1,841/mo
$3.17/SF · 580 SF
-$430 vs Toronto
1-Bedroom + Den
$1,998/mo
$3.12/SF · 640 SF
-$467 vs Toronto
2-Bedroom
$2,245/mo
$2.81/SF · 800 SF
-$802 vs Toronto
2-Bedroom + Den
$2,694/mo
$2.87/SF · 940 SF
-$630 vs Toronto
3-Bedroom+
$3,368/mo
$2.85/SF · 1180 SF
-$787 vs Toronto

Scarborough City Centre Tracked Buildings & Lease Comps

Compare average realized rents, price per square foot ($/SF), active availability, and leasing velocity across tracked condo buildings in Scarborough City Centre, Toronto.

1181 Ellesmere

1181 Ellesmere Road

$2,295
avg leased
Leased $/SF: $2.70/SF
Days on Market: 14d
Closed Leases: 1
Active Supply: 0 units
Condo ResidenceBuilding Comps
1191 Ellesmere Road

1191 Ellesmere Road

$1,695
avg asking
Leased $/SF:
Days on Market:
Closed Leases: 0
Active Supply: 2 units
27 Total SuitesBuilding Comps
The Wilshire

1275 Markham Road E

$2,950
avg asking
Leased $/SF:
Days on Market:
Closed Leases: 0
Active Supply: 1 units
64 Total SuitesBuilding Comps
Calculation Methodology & Metrics Context (Past 90 Days)
Average Leased Rent:

Derived from verified closed lease contracts finalized during Past 90 Days across multi-residential buildings in Scarborough City Centre.

Leased $/SF & Density:

Realized monthly lease price divided by interior living square footage (excluding external terraces and parking valuations).

Closed Leases & Fallbacks:

Total executed lease agreements. In boutique buildings with fewer than 2 monthly leases, comps automatically expand to a 90-day rolling window to preserve statistical validity.

Days on Market & Supply:

The duration from public MLS listing publication to final binding agreement. Active supply reflects current vacant or upcoming units available for rent.

Scarborough City Centre Rental Market Dynamics & Local Yield Trends

Comprehensive Residential Market & Yield Overview for Scarborough City Centre

Scarborough City Centre is an established residential submarket within Toronto, comprising 3 tracked condominium and multi-family properties. The neighbourhood benefits from strong local demand, proximity to regional employment nodes, and accessible neighborhood commercial amenities.

Transportation throughout Scarborough City Centre is anchored by municipal transit connections, primary arterial thoroughfares, and nearby regional highways, connecting residents efficiently across Toronto and the wider Greater Toronto Area.

The residential inventory in Scarborough City Centre features a balanced mix of contemporary condominium developments and established multi-residential suites, offering versatile floor plans tailored to individuals, couples, and working professionals.

Submarket Pricing Density & Municipal Benchmark Spread

The realized average lease rate in Scarborough City Centre is currently $2,245/month ($2.81/SF), with an average leasing velocity of 15 Days on Market. Compared to the overall Toronto municipal benchmark ($2,770/month), Scarborough City Centre trades at a 19% discount, reflecting local transit connectivity, tenant demand, and building amenity standards.

Currently across Scarborough City Centre's 3 tracked multi-family properties, there are 3 active rental listings with an average asking rent of $2,113/month ($2.84/SF). For closed transactions executed in Past 90 Days (expanded to rolling 90-day transactions for statistical reliability), realized lease agreements averaged $2,245/month, representing real-world contract values negotiated between property owners and prospective tenants.

For Renters

Evaluate both verified closed lease comps and active asking prices across Scarborough City Centre to pinpoint value. Units featuring included parking stalls and private balconies represent high-utility assets. With an average of 15 days on market, prepare pre-verified credit reports, proof of employment, and deposit drafts prior to viewings. Check building construction completion dates to confirm Ontario rent control guideline applicability.

For Landlords

Aligning initial asking rents with recent 30-day closed transactions rather than speculative active listings prevents extended vacancy periods and protects net operating income. At an average rent of $2,245/mo, each day of vacancy costs $75/day. Pricing your listing accurately to 30-day verified comps eliminates costly extended marketing periods and protects your annual net operating income.

For Realtors

Review building-level historical lease velocity and $/SF trends in Scarborough City Centre to prepare comprehensive, defensible comparative market analyses for clients. Utilize granular building-level $/SF comps across Scarborough City Centre's 3 properties when preparing client CMAs. Highlight transit walking times, parking inclusions, and balcony square footage to command premium tenant interest.

Frequently Asked Questions

Scarborough City Centre Rental Market & Leasing FAQs

Essential insights for tenants, property owners, and real estate professionals navigating Scarborough City Centre, Toronto

Based on lease transactions tracked by FastScreen in Past 90 Days (expanded to rolling 90-day transactions) across 3 tracked condominium and apartment buildings in Scarborough City Centre, realized rents by unit layout average:

  • Studio / Bachelor:$1,527/mo($3.32/SF · 460 SF)
    -$357 vs Toronto avg
  • 1-Bedroom:$1,841/mo($3.17/SF · 580 SF)
    -$430 vs Toronto avg
  • 1-Bedroom + Den:$1,998/mo($3.12/SF · 640 SF)
    -$467 vs Toronto avg
  • 2-Bedroom:$2,245/mo($2.81/SF · 800 SF)
    -$802 vs Toronto avg
  • 2-Bedroom + Den:$2,694/mo($2.87/SF · 940 SF)
    -$630 vs Toronto avg
  • 3-Bedroom+:$3,368/mo($2.85/SF · 1180 SF)
    -$787 vs Toronto avg

Overall market leasing across all unit layouts averaged $2,245/month ($2.81/SF) with an average of 15 Days on Market. Active rental listings currently average $2,113/month ($2.84/SF) for an average unit size of 817 SF.

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+$330/mo (+14.7%)Higher
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+$148/mo (+6.6%)Higher
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+$954/mo (+42.5%)Higher
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+$505/mo (+22.5%)Higher
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+$240/mo (+10.7%)Higher
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