Chaplin Estates Toronto Apartments, Condos and Houses for Rent

Built in the 1950s under strict guidelines, the immaculate homes in Chaplin Estates are prime real estate. With long private driveways and generous lots, this midtown neighbourhood offers a suburban vibe with all the amenities of downtown in reach. Though the neighbourhood maintains a quiet, residential character, it is adjacent to lively Yonge and Eglinton, the most densely populated neighbourhood in the city, which provides bustling midtown its own shopping mall as well as a variety of boutique restaurants and nightlife options. One- and two-bedroom rental units can be found along the arterial routes at surprisingly affordable prices.

The Market

Bachelor $1,150

1-bedroom $1,475

2-bedroom $1,700

3-bedroom $2,600

Average rent in Chaplin Estates is on par with the GTA average

Chaplin Estates Rental Market: Bachelor, one- and two-bedroom Chaplin Estates apartments for rent are easily found along the main arteries in charming low- and mid-rise apartment buildings. 3-bedroom residences will cost a small fortune, as these are primarily only available for rent in stately single-family Tudor and English Cottage style houses for rent along the residential side streets.

Spend an afternoon in family-oriented Chaplin Estates at the newly updated Oriole Park. In the summer heat, you can bring the kids here for a chilled out afternoon in the splash pad, wading pool, or on the playground. At night, call the babysitter and head to one of Yonge’s many bars and bistros. For the colder days, heat up with a cappuccino and a croissant at one of the many delicious bakeries along Yonge, and then head indoors to the Yonge-Eglinton Centre to shop ‘til you drop.

Shopaholics will fit right in here. Yonge Street is a shopper’s paradise, with a variety of street shopping and the Yonge-Eglinton Centre. Between stores you’ll find plenty of trendy restaurants, pubs and a place or two to get your nails done. Eglinton and Oriole Park are located on opposite sides of the neighbourhood offering plenty of summer time activities for the whole family. Commuting downtown? Your daily drive to the Financial District will take anywhere from 20-45 minutes. For a faster alternative, take the Yonge-University Subway line from Eglinton or Davisville Station. Found along the east perimeter of Chaplin Estates, these stations will get you downtown in under 20 minutes.

Who Lives Here

A mixed bag of families and young professional singles and couples.

Perfect For

Those looking for the best of both worlds. Chaplin Estates is very versatile, with city life and suburban charm at your fingertips.

Not so Perfect For

Families looking for budget-friendly starter homes.