Appartements, Condos et Maisons à louer à Upper Jarvis Toronto

Made up of just over a dozen streets, Upper Jarvis is a long-established neighbourhood in the heart of downtown Toronto. It extends from Bloor Street to Wellesley Street East and from Sherbourne Street to Jarvis Street. Jarvis Street and the Upper Jarvis neighbourhood were named for Canada’s first Secretary and Registrar of Records, William Jarvis. Though its roots are historical, Upper Jarvis has grown into a thriving, modern neighbourhood.

The market, at a glance:

Avg. rent by housing type & size

Studio/Bachelor: $1,325

1-bedroom: $1,860

2-bedroom: $2,250

3-bedroom: $3,200

Avg. rent compared to other Toronto neighbourhoods:

Upper Jarvis is 34% higher than the Toronto average

Upper Jarvis Rental Market: Most of the area is filled with Upper Jarvis apartments for rent, this is because 75% of the residents are renters, with most of them living in the area’s many high-rise apartment buildings. The remaining 25% of locals own their homes and are generally located in condos and co-ops.

Life in Upper Jarvis is largely shaped by the fact that it is a downtown neighbourhood dominated by singles. During the week, locals are often focused on work. When the weekend comes around, residents can be found hosting house parties or grabbing a drink with friends at one of the area’s popular watering holes. Brunch out is also a weekend tradition, allowing residents to bond while reliving the most exciting moments from the night before.

A small neighbourhood, the majority of Upper Jarvis’ space is taken up by homes and apartment buildings. In the southern portion is the Keg Mansion, as well as a small park, a Rabba, and a Reiki centre. Head north to find a plaza with a McDonald’s, Booster Juice, No Frills, Canada Post, and the Consulate General of India. Kiss 92.5’s offices are also in the community, as is magazine publisher, Canadian Health & Lifestyle. Upper Jarvis plays host to several hotels and Monsignor Fraser College. Just outside the neighbourhood are Yonge Street and Church Street, which is home to Toronto’s thriving LGBTQ community. Maple Leaf Gardens Loblaws, Shoppers Drug Mart, and several subway stations are within walking distance of Upper Jarvis. For affordable shopping, check out Yonge Street, or meander up to Bloor for higher-end options. While there’s little green space in Upper Jarvis, Allan Gardens, which houses a picturesque botanical garden situated in a turn-of-the-century conservatory, is just steps away. As an added perk, Allan Gardens is tropically warm year-round!

Who lives here: While the majority of Upper Jarvis’ residents are singles, couples are not uncommon either. Almost all the area’s locals are between 20 and 50 years old. Most have attended post-secondary school and the average yearly income is $83,256.

Perfect for: Single professionals, and Ryerson students looking for cheaper accommodations near campus.

Not-so-perfect for: Large families with lots of children.