Appartements, Condos et Maisons à louer à Seaton Village Toronto

Seaton Village, also known as Koreatown and the West Annex, shares much in common with its neighbour to the east. Like the Annex, Seaton Village is known for its residential architecture and being a favourite neighbourhood of U of T students. The Village has a leg up on the Annex, when it comes to peace and quiet when it comes to searching for apartments in Toronto. Many renters are drawn to Seaton Village for the comparatively lower prices and higher vacancy rates than those of adjacent neighbourhoods. Did you know that Meghan Markle called Yarmouth Avenue home before her move across the pond? Not too shabby!

The market, at a glance

Avg. rent by housing type & size

Studio/Bachelor: $1,400

1-bedroom: $2,098

2-bedroom: $2,638

3-bedroom: $4,674

Avg. rent compared to other Toronto neighbourhoods

Seaton Village is 61% higher than TO average

Seaton Village Rental Market: Semi-detached Seaon Village houses for rent are common. They tend to be brick homes which date back to the early 1900s. Homes here are more modest and affordable than those in the Annex. Just don’t wait long to jump into the rental market, as prices here are on the climb. However, this may be good news for renters, as homeowners now often have Seaton Village rooms or basements for rent at affordable rates to help cover their hefty mortgage payments.

Though it’s located on the edge of Toronto’s downtown core, Seaton Village has a small-town feel. It’s a tight-knit community, where it’s common for passing neighbours to greet one another by name. Still, there’s a divide between the area’s student population and its longer-term residents. While the students tend to spend more time out of the neighbourhood, studying at the library or going out on the town with friends, other residents – especially those with families – are often more involved in community events and activities. They tend to have more downtime and disposable income. These residents usually spend their evenings and weekends hanging out at home or taking in some of Toronto’s finest dining, shopping and child-friendly entertainment.

This small neighbourhood is well-served by public transit, including access to both the Christie and Bathurst subway stations. There is little in the way of green space in the neighbourhood, but it is a hop and a skip away from Christie Pits Park, which is known for its beauty and many community events, notably movie screenings in the summer months. Right across from the park are a Tim Hortons and a Baskin Robbins. There are several schools in and around the neighbourhood, as well as a number of churches and a branch of the Toronto Public Library. A refugee welcome centre and a long-term care and rehabilitation facility are both in the community. Grocery stores abound in Seaton Village, with choices ranging from Loblaws to independent, organic grocers. Koreatown can be found along Bloor Street West, offering residents a range of Korean dining, shopping, and alternative medicine options. For entertainment, check out Toronto’s original board game café, Snakes & Lattes.

Who lives here: Seaton Village is a blend of families and University of Toronto students. While the students tend to be renters, families both rent and own. In the past, the area was promoted as an affordable downtown neighbourhood, but more recently property values have soared, even jumping $100,000 in a single year. More professionals are moving in and the average yearly income is rising, according to statistics.

Perfect for: Students and professionals with young kids.

Not-so-perfect for: Anyone seeking a bargain close to downtown.