Lofts For Rent in North Riverdale

About North Riverdale's Lofts For Rent

A great neighbourhood in Toronto, you will find 3 Loft condo buildings within North Riverdale with condos for rent.

You can find the neighbourhoods of Riverdale and Cabbagetown nearby which have Loft condo buildings. This neighbourhood is Very Bikeable with a bike score of 89. a Rider's Paradise is available in North Riverdale. North Riverdale is Very Walkable with a walk score of 77.

About North Riverdale'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 North Riverdale'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.

North Riverdale Condos For Rent

The quieter condo neighbourhood of North Riverdale in Toronto has awesome buildings to choose from with a total of 4 condo buildings. These are made up of 3 Loft, 1 Mid-Rise, 1 Pre-Construction and 3 Low-Rise. There are great options of condos for sale in North Riverdale to call home. The average days on market for condos for sale in North Riverdale is 12 days. There were 5 condos sold in North Riverdale in 2020. North Riverdale saw an increase in the number of condos sold by 400% compared to the year before. Condos for sale in North Riverdale had an average sale price of $1,212,380 last year, an increase of 43% from the prior year. This neighbourhood is Very Walkable with a walk score of 77. a Rider's Paradise is available in North Riverdale. This neighbourhood is Very Bikeable with a bike score of 89. Riverdale and Cabbagetown are nearby neighbourhoods.

Dough, Cinnaholic, and Loblaws are great bakeries in North Riverdale. If you are looking for coffee Si Espresso & Pasticceria Bar is in North Riverdale. Do you enjoy being in the kitchen? Pick up groceries at Loblaws. Locals of North Riverdale love dining at Pantheon Restaurant and The Edmund Burke. There is a surprising amount of green space with Erica Stark Parkette in North Riverdale. North Riverdale Shoppers Simply Pharmacy and Broadview Medical Pharmacy are a short walk away as well. Bridgepoint Hospital is the closest hospital to North Riverdale. If you're a health and fitness fanatic, hopefully you are living in a condo building with a great gym. If not Ballet Espressivo is a super popular fitness center with locals. Take your pets to Big Paws Inc (East End Location). Schools in North Riverdale include Frankland Community School Junior, Pape Avenue Junior Public School and Withrow Avenue Junior Public School.

What to Expect

North Riverdale is standout even among the many great Danforth neighborhoods. Located between Danforth in the north and Gerrard in the south, with the Don river in the west and ending at Pape in the east, this neighborhood is excellent for families and  urban professionals. The north west corner of the neighborhood  at Danforth and Broadview has the first subway platform after the river, with two more stops in the neighborhood as well. TTC buses can also be accessed north and south on broadview and Pape. Additionally, there is streetcar access on Gerrard. Both the Danforth and Gerrard st are walkable commercial districts. They are both filled with services, shops and restaurants. The Danforth is part of Greektown while this stretch of Gerrard is home to Chinatown East. For outdoor recreation, this neighborhood is packed with parks. There are public and private schools in the area as well as extracurricular activities for the families who reside here. There are also nightlife and live music venues on the Danfo...

Demographics

All across the neighborhoods of the Danforth there are an increased number of working age individuals and more young children than the city average, North Riverdale is no exception. There aren’t as many more young children than in some of the surrounding neighborhoods, but you’ll still see plenty of strollers around. There are far fewer seniors is this neighborhood, and those who choose to reside here tend to live with family twice as often as living alone. The most popular buildings are less than five stories, but many residents are living in both single and semi detached homes. The density is slightly lower in this neighborhood over the surround areas. There are just  over 12,000 residents living in just under two square kilometers, so it remains pleasantly busy without being overcrowded. The overall population has decreased slightly since 2006. Most people speak English, even at home however, there is a generous population of Cantonese speakers. There are also many residents who speak nonspecific Chinese a...

Lifestyle

You’ll have to work hard to keep yourself out of the park in North Riverdale. There are two outstanding green spaces, Riverdale Park East and Withrow Park. At Riverdale you’ll be able to catch some sun on the hillside with a cityscape view or while lounging at the pool. There are tennis courts and a children's playground as well as mixed use sports fields. Over at Withrow there is a new play zone for kids with sand pits, climbing structures and a splash pool.  There are off leash areas, tennis courts and an outdoor rink. After all of that activity you’ll be able to refuel at some of the city’s great restaurants. There are an overwhelming number of places to choose from on the Danforth and almost as many on Gerrard. The choices range from Greek to Chinese and Vietnamese to Gastropub. There are also outlets of major chains to choose from. Residential streets are quiet and tree lined, with the exception of Pape and Broadview which are both residential and commuter thoroughfares. There are a few high rise buildin...

What you'll love

Live music. The Danforth Music Hall is a mid size venue that has been open since 1919 and attracts big names to its 1500 seat theatre. In North Riverdale you can go out for the night and still walk home without having to head into the core. Allens. Before going to see your favourite band play, you can sip your favourite whisky. Allens has been open since 1987 and along side the massive spirits collection serves farm fresh, homemade hamburgers and many other famous creations. As a special bonus the patio is one of the finest in Toronto.