Downtown Toronto Apartment Hunting Under $4,000 | Touring 9 units + prices, locations, tips!

[@TheMightyOdin]

$4000! When I was buying a single family detached home 20 years ago my mortgage was $600.

[@kwoknation]

crazy

[@tokyogamer5825]

Great video! For those seeking the same amenities, subway and streetcar access, walkability, and urban density, but with more character, affordability, and artistic flair, I highly recommend checking out these neighborhoods: Little Italy, West Queen West, Danforth (Greektown), Little Portugal, Yonge and Eglinton, the Junction area, St. Clair West, and Bloor West Village.

[@MsMarmima]

Toronto is a city where new buildings really don't make sense to rent. You'd be better off in an older building

[@kwoknation]

doesn't make sense to buy either 🥲

[@sharex-dz8qi]

oh why is that?

[@Pairofkingsup]

@@kwoknationI agree 🥲

[@tokyogamer5825]

@@sharex-dz8qi Old buildings are rent-controlled, larger units, typically offering 750 square feet for a one-bedroom instead of just 500 square feet. These buildings also feature thick walls and are generally more affordable. It's best to look for apartments that have been renovated in the style of a condo. Keep this tip to yourself, though! I found amazing prices in yonge and eglinton area and these apartments are not even listed online. Just go for a stroll and you will notice signs infront of the buildings. My friend moved into a 17th floor of a condo style renovated apartment right at yonge and eglinton for only $1900 plus utilities and its 800 sqft with washer and dryer.

[@tradingtime8107]

Why do you say this?

[@Danlboi]

I'm going to go with Unit 7 because of the views and the basketball court... 🙂

[@zigzag00]

Unit 7! 55 mercer just completed construction this year

[@shurupita01]

Thanks for posting. You’re helping me improve my English and practice listening.

[@Sof4k1ng]

Thanks for posting! Interesting to see the options these days. Unit 7 was the best in my opinion, hope you guys have a smooth move!!

[@stevenedwards7655]

It is shocking to see little thought is put into the design and layout of Toronto Condos. The architects should be ashamed of themselves. Greed is the main factor. We are supposed to live in shoe boxes and be happy. I think they are all a bust.

[@SriYantraMandala]

It's called Chinada

[@mo-oh-oh]

Well said.

[@daman1468]

If you want more space you gotta go older. Give up the bias for new. Anything built from 2000-2015 will have 3 bedroom units closer to 1000 SF. Just find a renovated unit.

[@peterevans8598]

Regent Park is not outside the downtown core. Not sure how you define "core"

[@raellaneta6832]

😂 It's obvious he's lived in the city most of his life. I think he defines core as the feeling of being in a sardine can lol

[@jae647]

Very true isn’t

[@oshl4387]

Unit 7 has the best views, but Unit 6 has floor-to-ceiling windows, wraparound balcony, pillar all combining for sick aesthetics.

[@kwoknation]

true

[@selenayang5900]

3b2b in 821sq ft is insane to me....but that 1 corner bedroom would be so sick!!

[@windychen473]

Sometimes, I also like to test the shower to see if the water flow is normal.

[@kwoknation]

yea! definitely tested the water pressure

[@crimesguy]

6:07 I'd assume the narrow gap is for half-storage of a bike. Weird though!

[@stelgado]

Subscribed! We are traveling to Toronto next week and this is great info. I did have a question however. Is this CAD or USD? I know some Canadian KZbinrs also use USD to appeal to a broader audience so I'd like to be sure. Thank you!

[@kwoknation]

thank you! and all the prices are in CAD (I do use USD for all my tech videos though haha)

[@sharex-dz8qi]

i liked apartments 7,8,9 the most!! def going to visit some of these

[@WilliamAnsari]

7 for sure!

[@3AsianBoi]

Anyone know the Unit 7 Condo name? I’ll be looking to purchase in the future haha

[@kwoknation]

it’s 55 Mercer!

[@TeresaS-q7x]

@@kwoknation then it's not unit 7 because you wouldn't give the address so I'm back to saying unit 9 :)

[@yourdad7415]

Looking forward the next video 🎉🎉🎉

[@kwoknation]

coming real soon 👀

[@tommywong3147]

I really like the shaky camera shot. It makes me really dizzy and get a high from it

[@kwoknation]

i gotchu 😎

[@jol166]

unit 7 ❤

[@kwoknation]

👀

[@TeresaS-q7x]

unit 9, actually 7, the one with the basketball court

[@kwoknation]

;)

[@pinkycat2484]

Insane

[@stephanielake11]

That high pitched squeaky sound between each new clip hurts my cats ears🙃

[@kwoknation]

oops tell your cat i’m sorry

[@XEQTIONRZ]

Standard Toronto Shoe box.

[@kbenk108]

I liked unit 7 too.

[@kwoknation]

:D

[@kellyhou9594]

just bear in mind that, there is no rent control in newer buildings.

[@kwoknation]

true it sucks

[@MrKp-og2kl]

when is full tour coming btw

[@kwoknation]

soon! make sure you’re subbed :)

[@mmakeyboardwarrior4646]

Toronto housing is depressing af

[@kwoknation]

better than nyc!

[@Yellowdoor616]

7 or 9

[@TheDuyqn]

unit 7 and 9

[@nihoniumog5185]

i love that korean song music

[@bvnd-zz]

I’m trying to find a 3000 or 2000 apartment

[@macols]

Your camera is very shaky, felt nauseous

[@kwoknation]

LMFAOO ill try to fix that next time sorry

[@jcsdesign]

Yeah, I know this is just a quick glimpse of what you were seeing but if you are going to show us what you want, please take the time to film with some stability.

[@MsMarmima]

Or even a house/townhouse

[@rosieb471]

Uninspiring views ? I kind of like the high-rise views.

[@greensanti_]

what dji cam r u using

[@kwoknation]

I'm using the DJI mic but the Sony a7iv

[@996068927]

All the rooms look so small!

[@kwoknation]

yeah :( toronto problems

[@SamanoSoleyn]

Damn at these prices y'all should buy a house ? What's the big deal with the views?

[@ridesafe2154]

Did u copi the caption from Sheldon salmon hahaha😂

[@kwoknation]

maybe......

[@jordan.h6821]

I was going to say the same thing atleast he’s honest about it

[@cocoswan3844]

What r u talking about. Regent park is the core. It’s not the very east end of the city. Please talk sense.

[@kwoknation]

yea it’s at the very east end of downtown toronto / barely in the city

[@1safestar]

They all suck! Every room is super small. Condo developers are evil incarnated.

[@kwoknation]

true boycott all condos!

[@stevenedwards7655]

100% agree. i hope the market crashes.

[@falsepositive4357]

Living in a concrete box staring at other concrete boxes all around calling it a view..hilarious. but hey its your money,not mine..good luck.

[@kwoknation]

cn tower & lake!

[@Jcava5]

Complaining about traffic in dt Toronto… yeah that’s how cities are. Walk or take transit, you don’t have to drive everywhere

[@kwoknation]

Other parts of Toronto are much better though, it’s really area-dependent

[@rudrapbiswas]

I find this video very informative and appreciate your thorough explanation. I plan to move to Toronto, Canada with my family, which includes 2 adults and a 7-year-old child. I am looking to rent a house, preferably a condo in a gated community with nearby schools, grocery stores, and public transport. My budget is within $2,000. As I will be new to the country, I don't have a specific area in mind, but I prefer not to live in a secluded area. It would be ideal if the school has a high rating and the neighborhood has a strong Indian community presence. Can you please help me with this?

[@OfficialGundem]

brampton

[@jonesalapat6199]

Go for a basement in Mississauga, Brampton or Scarborough in case you bring family. You won't get condos for 2000. Mark my words, do not bring your kids and family before you yourself settle here.

[@Pattayaman999]

This is refreshing. Most of the Canada videos are titled "Why I'm leaving Canada"

[@kwoknation]

haha yeah Toronto has its pros & cons but it’s still one of my favorite cities in the world

[@samantha-slp]

Omg. Kindly use a gimbal 😵‍💫

[@kwoknation]

😭 I have one it’s just soo heavy

[@henrynwobu1496]

..And all the sad corporate workers. I saw that 😂

[@kwoknation]

🤣

[@shannonwalls1123]

❤❤😊

[@elliottalderson6443]

Who designs this goofy shit? I seriously want to know what they were thinking? I guess they expect you to not actually live there, just a place to sleep

[@kwoknation]

facts

[@FranklinNomad]

Pay alot of money just to live in a shoebox

[@kwoknation]

toronto things

[@jasonl9266]

Life ain't fare !

[@416RG]

Its sickening seeing how small the rooms were in the first apartment Edit: im only on the second apartment now and Im even more sickened with it than the first😂 i think im done with this video fuck toronto cant wait to move and escape this shithole

[@kwoknation]

😭😂

[@ibnawf112]

... this city is finished

[@cassiem.4580]

Man his commentary makes him sound so unlikable lmao idk how far this whole youtube career will take him based on his cancellable personality

[@velmano9191]

So much money for such a little space. Whoever are the homeowners of these condos are making BANK on these fools...I mean, tenants. Rent out a tiny ass space, sell people on the 'views' as if they don't go out and charge them thousands and thousands of dollars a month...I want to buy a condo and rent it out and be rich too. LOL.

[@kwoknation]

well buying is even more expensive lmao