Lofts For Rent in Little Portugal

About Little Portugal's Lofts For Rent

This is Little Portugal, a neighbourhood in the city of Toronto with 10 Loft buildings with condos for rent. There were 1 Loft condo units rented in Little Portugal in 2020 when the average rent price for Loft condos in Little Portugal was $4,000. In 2020 Loft condo units for rent in Little Portugal had an average of 3 days on market. The Loft condo building with the highest Dork Rating in Little Portugal is Claremont Lofts with a rating of 7 in 2020.

The most active Loft condo building in Little Portugal in 2020 was Claremont Lofts with 1 units rented. Claremont Lofts had the highest average price per sqft in 2020 for Loft condo buildings in Little Portugal with an average price per sqft of $3.

If you're looking for more Loft condo buildings in this area, the neighbourhoods Trinity Bellwoods and Beaconsfield are nearby. Little Portugal is Very Walkable with a walk score of 89. This neighbourhood is Bikeable with a bike score of 59. a Rider's Paradise is available in Little Portugal.

About Little Portugal's Hard Lofts For Rent

An authentic hard Loft is a rare beast. Lofts in Toronto are in short supply due to the nature of their origin. In order to fit this category, a former industrial or commercial use space must be converted into a residential living space. Out of this formula, some common elements arise. Old, often exposed brick, visible mechanical elements of the building such as pipes and beams, large windows and vaulted ceilings. The latter is the element from which a Loft derives its name. A lofted ceiling that allows a living space to feel much larger than the square footage of the floor plan. Ceiling heights from 11 to16 ft are common. There are no rules regarding whether or not a Loft includes separate bedrooms. There may be no separation at all. Partition walls at less than ceiling height may be present or a second floor with partial walls or overlooks can be found. These are usually seen in units where the ceiling height is generous enough to allow room for a partial second floor. The conversion of these commercial buildings is one-offs. Often what makes them stand out are the singular elements associated with that particular building. Some will feature 100 yr old flooring, the wide beams and large nails that made up the factory floors of the day. Others may be touted for the uniqueness of the brick used to construct the building or the shape and style of the stonework. Window style will also be particular to each building, with original glass and frames, shape and size all contributing to the style of the Lofts in Toronto. Of special interest, will be the history of the building. The story that these conversions tell is almost as important as the design in conveying the style of the home. The original use, any subsequent commercial conversions and the date of the original construction, all contribute to setting the buildings apart. All of these factors naturally limit the height of the buildings, but not necessarily the amenities. There are hard Lofts that also include common areas, fitness rooms and shared rooftop spaces. Of particular interest are buildings that have been reclaimed from the public domain such as schools and churches. The other criteria that must be filled are the location. While this applies to every home and business, the trick with hard Lofts is there must be underutilized or vacant industrial space near to an urban centre. Simply converting a vacant factory in the middle of nowhere, doesn't have much appeal. Look for office, commercial and retail conversion as live workspaces to fill the gap in demand. It is also important to note the distinction between living spaces and those designated for mixed-use, as this adds volume to the available Hard Loft category. Those with dual zoning are sometimes listed as artists' spaces or live-work units. Both styles are more likely to be found in urban centres with high foot traffic. The price tag associated with these one-of-a-kind Lofts in Toronto is not often congruent with the artist's label they may receive. In some cities, this was born of the use of buildings that could house projects but were not necessarily converted to living spaces. In the past, inexpensive, unused industrial space was a great fit for artists. Necessities like plumbing and heat were ignored in favour of the affordability. City zoning and housing laws will play a large part in determining what's on offer for Hard Lofts today. Each city will determine what constitutes a space fit for living, and where inhabitants are allowed to offer commercial services from their residence.

About Little Portugal's Soft Lofts For Rent

Soft Lofts are new builds designed to offer the space and style of a hard Loft. The demand for hard Lofts far exceeds availability and the costs associated with these one-of-a-kind spaces, place them out of reach for many buyers. Here is where the soft Loft comes to life. Builders, eager to fill the demand for open-concept spaces, adopted the term Loftand applied it to units which outside of the conversion elements, fit the design and style criteria of a Loft. More commonly found in low and mid-rise buildings, upper floors in high rise buildings may also have units that have been given a soft Loft treatment. The popularity of the soft Loft is growing along with the demand for higher ceilings, open floor plans and unique design elements. Luckily supply is high since the units are created with new builds, there is no limit on how many can hit a given market. However, due to the low supply hard Lofts are more likely to retain their value over time and suffer less vulnerability to market shifts. Expect to find a wide range of styles. Many units will mimic hard Loft design features, while the external building may be represented in a more modern style. Many of the architectural components in a Hard Loft may differ and so too do the elements of a soft Loft. The expanse of options can make choosing a soft Loft more difficult, the lower prices will surely ease that burden. You'll find completely open concept units, partially walled bedrooms and open concept overlooks sleeping quarters. Large windows will be easy to find feature as they lower the construction costs for the building. Soft Lofts may also still include features such as exposed brick, polished concrete floors, wood beams and other industrial elements. One of the biggest bonuses of soft Lofts is its inclusion in building projects that compete for the best amenities. New build condos have to offer a wide and exciting range of amenities to attract potential buyers. Finding a soft Loft in a building that also has the concierge, party rooms, pools, full-scale gym and rooftop BBQs is not uncommon. They are also not restricted by an existing structure. A soft Loft can be built into any design or building, offering more options for style and layout. Developers will sometimes use the mixing of these elements. They design multiple building complexes, combining condo units, soft Lofts and townhomes into a single project.

Little Portugal Condos For Rent

This is Little Portugal, a neighbourhood in the city of Toronto with 17 condo buildings.Condo development in this neighbourhood has been booming with 7 Mid-Rise, 3 Pre-Construction, 9 Low-Rise, 10 Loft, and 1 High-Rise in Little Portugal. Condos for sale in Little Portugal offer something for everyone. Condos for sale in Little Portugal spend an average of 9 days on market. There were 119 condos sold in Little Portugal in 2020. Little Portugal saw an increase in the number of condos sold by 297% compared to the year before. Last year condos for sale in Little Portugal had an average sale price of $$746,120, an decrease of -5% from the year before. This neighbourhood is Bikeable with a bike score of 59. a Rider's Paradise is available in Little Portugal. Little Portugal is Very Walkable with a walk score of 89. You can find the neighbourhoods of Trinity Bellwoods and Beaconsfield nearby.

Forno Cultura, Roselle Desserts West, and The Grand Order of Divine Sweets are great bakeries in Little Portugal. There are some great cafes in Little Portugal such as Fix Coffee + Bikes, Bu'na: The Soul Of Coffee, and El Almacen. Groceries are close-at-hand with supermarkets K & N Supermarket and Sanko Trading Co. in Little Portugal. Locals of Little Portugal love dining at Bellwoods Brewery and Oyster Boy. There is a surprising amount of green space with Trinity Bellwoods Park and Trinity Bellwoods Dog Bowl in Little Portugal. You can find the pharmacy United Drug Mart in Little Portugal. Axes Smoke is a shopping center in Little Portugal that has something for everyone. Little Portugal is lucky to be home to a hospital, Toronto Western Hospital - Withdrawal Management Center. There are a number of museums and art galleries in Toronto including Inabstracto and The 6 Oceans Gallery. Many gyms and fitness centers are popular with residents of Little Portugal. Some of these facilities are MuseMovement and Montrait Muay Thai in Little Portugal. Local schools of Little Portugal include The Grove Community School, Charles G Fraser Junior Public School and Givins/Shaw Junior Public School. There are many students in this neighbourhood as Former home of Trinity College is located within it.

What to Expect

Between College, Dovercourt and the CNR rail tracks, is Little Portugal. A residential neighborhood with a commercial thoroughfare, this neighborhood is well placed to provide an easygoing lifestyle and great access to surrounding areas. The older homes in the area are complimented by an area of new build condos between King and Queen along Sudbury. Dundas is lined with new restaurants and has TTC streetcar access. Dufferin offers accessibility to surrounding neighborhoods and the areas on Queen and College both offer transportation and are packed with commercial offerings. There are restaurants, services and retail outlets. The arts community is alive on Queen and Sudbury with galleries and liver performance and event spaces. This is a commuters community and keeping a car would be an extra expense.

Demographics

Little Portugal like many downtown locations has an increased number of working age individuals. There are also more seniors in the neighborhood than the majority of Toronto at almost 10%. Young children are in noticeable absence at 33% less than the city average. Older children are also underrepresented by almost 20%. Most people live alone but there are also many two person households made up of couples and seniors living with family members. Despite the single detached homes and new build condos in the area, most people reside in low rise apartment buildings. English is the most commonly spoken language with a large community of Portuguese speakers. There are also some Cantonese speaking residents in the neighborhood. The average income is just under the city average at around $62,000 with the number of low income families also just under the average at 17%.

Lifestyle

Choose your own adventure in Little Portugal. This is one of Toronto's neighborhoods that has the benefit of sharing in the amenities of all of the neighborhoods it touches. The section of Queen offers trendy restaurants cafes, unique businesses and cafes. There are a ton of options for quick casual food from independent owners and chains. There are live music venues next to latenight music shops and it’s as vibrant a strip in the morning as it is at night. There is a huge art supply store that services the local arts community. College st is equally lively although the art scene takes a back seat to the awesome food scene. Have freshly ground espresso in the morning or catch a quick cup at a chain. You can also find plenty of fresh produce markets, and portuguese butchers. Dundas doesn’t disappoint either with as many shops and services as well as a new crop of restaurants with Toronto’s young, hot chefs at the helm. Outdoor recreation is somewhat limited but options for fitness are not. There is access to a...

What you'll love

Highrise Living. The crop of new build condos between King and Queen offer the option to enjoy condo life in a neighborhood with already established businesses and high entertainment options. Great Food. With the combination of Queen, Dundas and College there is so much great food in this neighborhood. You can eat well at home or out, with fresh fish mongers and butchers. Fancy Hotels. This area housed the rebirth of chic boutique hotels outside of downtown. They offer great entertainment for residents and a chic stay over for your out of town guests.