Downtown TORONTO APARTMENT HUNTING - What Does Your Budget Get You? $1,700 to $10,000 PER MONTH!

[@stephandden]

Which place was your favourite?! Let us know! 👀✨

[@DjFranz876]

None. I'm up on the 48th floor 600SqFt. North view Brand new $2200. Access to 10 amenities

[@sammiebrownielee6725]

#1 and #4!

[@stephandden]

😂 love it!! That sounds nice!

[@stephandden]

Agreed! ✨

[@karend7487]

Unit 4!!! 😍

[@jordanshrinks]

Ahh! This video was so well done! I am obsessed with apartment hunting videos and you guys did an amazing job! The Toronto housing market is wild right now. I actually just started renting a 1+1 in Dundas Square for $1700 a month. Before COVID, it rented for $2300 a month. It's definitely a good time to go apartment hunting hahaha. Although whoever is charging $10k for that is a bit... optimistic.

[@stephandden]

Thanks Jordan! 😊 Haha yes the $10k one was just for fun - they have it listed to rent or buy!

[@noddybrown6281]

Renting is for fools....BUY

[@stevenpeng5567]

The price almost goes back to 2016

[@turgayy.3839]

I love how North American people consider buildings post 2000 as old lol Makes you smile when you live in 100-200 year old buildings in Europe 😅

[@stephandden]

It is funny! It’s ‘old’ compared to all of the brand new ones - but truly old architecture is always a different league!

[@setinthestones]

10 years "old" doesn't have character yet, just outdated LOL

[@andrewxiao1138]

It's because all these condo's were constructed so rapidly, most use the cheapest materials and construction techniques. They often require repairs after 5-10 years, so a 10 year old condo in toronto is considered old lol

[@kart112]

I moved from UK to Canada and yeah I found that weird too! I was living in a Victorian house in London that was probably better quality then some condos I saw which were built like 10 years ago. Lol Just can't compare when it's a house Vs a condo.

[@ameliaryczek8433]

Trust me, there are plenty of people in North America who want to live in 100-year-old buildings.

[@michellechristie4063]

You would have to be a fool to spend $6,000 a month for an apartment! You would be better off BUYING a unit and putting the money towards a mortgage

[@stephandden]

It depends on your income and time, for sure! We personally would agree though!

[@MrSohildeep]

Yes but for $1700 unit its better to rent it, if you buy it you would have to spend minimum of $3100 a month.

[@manolisathanasios]

If you spend more 2000 rent better to buy and is yours.

[@anttoronto3202]

Depends on your stage in life. Everyone’s initial goals is to own. Some people have been there done that and want at a certain stage in life, to make their money work for them. They may have sold a few properties and still have a good income, whether it be working and retirement income. Owning is not always better.

[@ericleeSupSayK]

@@kylenichols8944 Sorry buddy, unless you and your girlfriend both have high paying jobs (100k each would be ideal), you ain’t saving shit after paying $2100 a month plus all mandatory expenses. Not trying to burst your dreams but it is good to be realistic.

[@ShadoWafel]

Me and my gf were condo hunting about 4 months ago in Toronto. It's amazing how much the price drops and how the size of the condos go up the north you go on the subway line.

[@stephandden]

It is crazy to see the price changes! And so true, price goes down and square feet goes up

[@nobel978]

That you could see the CN-tower from the last apartment was kinda mind-blowing

[@stephandden]

It was a nice view! ✨

[@browsin123]

I was just looking at Toronto apartments for Uni 😳 my phone is definitely listening to me.

[@stephandden]

Haha amazing timing! 🙌🏾🙌🏻

[@andrefcrocha]

Exactly what i was looking for. Great video! Hopefully these prices don’t escalate more in 1 year when I move to Toronto.

[@stephandden]

Thanks André! 😊 Agreed, hopefully you get in before the prices go back up!

[@beaviswealth]

Enjoyed the watch 👍🏻

[@stephandden]

Thanks, Brandon! 😊 Glad you liked it!

[@Abdullashora]

You should make videos like this in every district in Toronto like waterfront, or Yorkville. Cheap to expensive. :)

[@stephandden]

Love it, there are lots of different neighbourhoods in Toronto! Great suggestion 😊

[@MarysZenDoodleArt]

For $9000 a month you’ll buy a mansion in no time here in Moncton New Brunswick lol 😋

[@stephandden]

So true, Toronto is one of the most expensive markets in Canada! It’s always funny to see what you can get in other areas for the same price 👀

[@anasfrh]

I guess the profile renting that house is not interested in living in Moncton...

[@sartajjaved7930]

You should do one for different neighbourhood a if you have the time. Would love to see North York near Yonge/Sheppard

[@stephandden]

Great suggestion! Thanks Sartaj 😊

[@a004]

Agree. An episode for every major neighborhood in Toronto would be a great format

[@rookiekuundere612]

Yes!! I want to move to this area in the future :)

[@daniels7832]

Great video! Would love to see more of this style mixed in with your current content. Regarding the Shangri-La private residences, I've noticed a few units going on sale since the start of the pandemic. So much appreciated for giving us a peek inside some of the units.

[@stephandden]

Thanks, Daniel! Will definitely try and incorporate more like this, too 😊

[@DemandIka]

Such a cool videos guys!!!!!!

[@stephandden]

Thank you!! & also I have to say that I was so excited to see this comment - we love your channel! 💛✨

[@ShopAtSpicywedding]

This was really fun to watch. Please do more of these!

[@stephandden]

Thanks for watching! We’ll have another one in a few weeks 😊✨

[@lbkvelle]

This was so interesting! Love seeing this kind of content from a Canadian perspective! I'm from Calgary, and it's fascinating to see the similarities and differences on the other side of the country :)

[@stephandden]

Thanks, Lindsay! 😊

[@cynthiarisao6797]

Some of these units I think I've seen on Zillow or something, they look familiar in my eyes. Rent and real estate cost is crazy here in Toronro. Thanks for the tour!

[@stephandden]

Thanks for watching! 😊

[@smartinez943]

Really enjoyed this video! As someone currently living in Toronto and considering getting a larger place, it’s nice to see a tour of different condos from a wide range of prices.

[@stephandden]

So glad you liked it! 😊

[@nataliiahoi727]

Love this type of video. Can you guys do one comparing apartments in the range of $1500 - $2500 in different neighborhoods?

[@stephandden]

Hey Nataliia! Definitely, we have one already filmed comparing units all under $2,000 - should be up in a few weeks 😊

[@nataliiahoi727]

@@stephandden Awesome! Looking forward to it!🙂

[@jayleno007]

As a fellow Torontonian, it's really cool to see these different types of units that I'll probably never afford 🤣 I'm currently looking to move back downtown because the rents have gone down so much. I have found multiple 1+1 for $1700 or less. Great video! Your filming and editing is really nice. And the people criticizing this video are just weird. ☺️

[@stephandden]

Thanks, Jaylynn! 😊✨

[@hangingwiththeheroes1206]

So pretty much watching all of you guys vids in preparation for my move from South Africa to Canada🙋🏻‍♂️. This was my favorite video thus far :)! Awesome stuff

[@stephandden]

Thank you! Good luck with the move! 😊

[@paige9714]

Loved this video!! I'm hoping to move to Toronto sometime soon so it's great to see what different budgets can get around the city! 💜

[@stephandden]

Thanks Paige! Good luck with the move! 😊

[@amyludwig8309]

Something else about the older units vs the newer units is the full size appliances! The new units usually have the smaller versions of everything, which for people who are really into cooking or baking, can be a huge drawback. We moved from a newer building (2016) to an older one (2003) around the time this video was posted and the space and appliances mean we’d never go back! 2 bedroom 2 bathroom with a den and parking for $2500 right downtown with a sweet non obstructed view.

[@stephandden]

Good point, the appliances are usually new and updated, but super tiny!! Thanks for sharing 😊

[@DarrenDobson]

Be interested to see how basement apartments go for in Toronto

[@stephandden]

That would be interesting, a different option from the condos!

[@Amy-gf7um]

Basements in Toronto are on average around $1500 (for a 1 bedroom/studio). They often include utilities.

[@FineNaturalHairROCKS]

Great video and so relevant due to the times that we’re in right now.

[@stephandden]

Thank you! 😊✨

[@flamingstar25]

Great video guys!! Reminds me of Buzzfeed’s worth it vids with the diff price points which is pretty cool 👍. I’m also looking at dt condos near the Yonge/Dundas area or Bay/College

[@stephandden]

Thanks Ashley! 😊✨

[@SuperSingh]

feels like im watching an ep of some old 200s show I like it :D

[@stephandden]

We love it! That's the vibe 👀

[@rotru4977]

My best friend lives in dt Toronto and buys parking spots. They have cost her anywhere from $35-60k each (& she rents them out) Having two spots included with the unit is pretty good.

[@stephandden]

That's a great point - parking is so expensive!

[@euphemistin]

The video is professionally made, it was so pleasing to watch, add the smooth commentaries. I can't believe you guys haven't reached atleast half a million subs yet

[@stephandden]

Thanks, Christine! 😊

[@EducatorKae]

I really enjoyed this video!! A mixture of home tours and finance.💕

[@stephandden]

Thank you! So glad you liked it 😊✨

[@leelicayan2180]

Individually and together, you guys are amazing

[@SimplyMudiwa]

This video was so well done!!

[@stephandden]

Thank you!

[@DrakeLover117]

LOVED this vid!! Could you do townhomes or apartments/houses outside of downtown toronto next?

[@stephandden]

Thank you!! We’ll definitely have more coming up, that’s a good suggestion!

[@julsh9776]

I used to live in Vancouver so I know the drill but I would cry to spend that much money on an apartment. This is actually why I left BC.

[@byfredAnyona]

This was a good watch! Totally loved the spaces and how you guys showed them. Damn but I still can’t justify that extra $3000! Can’t wait to see more

[@stephandden]

Thanks Fred! 🙏🏾🙌🏻

[@livinglifeindocs]

Loved seeing some of those crazy high rent apartments! I live in Queen West and it's crazy how much rent has gone down here in the last year... I'm thankful that I managed to snag a rent reduction, because it's definitely much more reasonable now and renters have a lot more power due to less competition for the units!

[@stephandden]

That’s great you had a rent reduction! 😊 It is crazy, we didn’t think we’d ever see the prices drop living here

[@penguinsrocktotally]

Great video, it's super informative! Filming was fantastic.

[@stephandden]

Thank you! 🙌🏾🙌🏻

[@daniel.h2940]

This was fascinating to see! Thank you guys 🙏🏿

[@stephandden]

Thanks Daniel! 😊

[@RyanThomasWoods]

Loved this style of video!

[@stephandden]

Thanks Ryan! 😊

[@xoReni]

Loved this video! Such nice places

[@stephandden]

Thanks Reni! 😊

[@AdamJBell]

This was awesome, great video 🙌

[@stephandden]

Thanks Adam! 😊

[@MrMarlon123456]

Great video! Enjoyed the tours !!

[@stephandden]

Thanks Marlon! 😊✨

[@yinwithkatie]

For someone who doesn't live in Toronto, or plan on living in Toronto, I thoroughly enjoyed this video!

[@stephandden]

Thanks Katie! 🙌🏾🙌🏻

[@ezh3014]

Sorry if I missed it, but what is the address for the first unit?

[@casss6411]

Would love for you to do something similar like this for renting a house/townhouse or to buy!!! Super helpful and love youtubers in my city! Keep it up

[@stephandden]

Thanks so much! 🥳✨

[@taylorb4917]

Great content guys, cheers from Montreal! 🙏

[@stephandden]

Thanks Taylor! 😊

[@denzelellis8470]

Really appreciate getting relevant Information on topics like this from young Canadians.

[@jessandneil]

such a good video ! been waiting for this especially for us wanting to move out of our current lease to a new one in April! really appreciated the inside look in the Shangri-La! Thanks for sharing yall. Love from fellow Toronto neighbours !

[@stephandden]

Thank you so much for watching 😊 We'll have another one up showing some more places all below $2,000 per month in a few weeks!

[@jessandneil]

@@stephandden that's so exciting, definitely will keep an eye out for that!

[@joanapinto6622]

I actually like the one that was “old vibes”. it seemed really cozy and worth the price

[@stephandden]

It definitely did have a cozy vibe! ✨

[@fatisummer9106]

if it had just one more room it would have been perfect

[@michellepaquot3471]

Fun video! And very educational 🤓 We recently moved to Niagara from Toronto. We bought a home and are paying ~$1500 a month for our mortgage: 3 bedrooms, basement and big backyard. I work mostly from home and my husband goes to the office in Toronto a few time a week, so it works for us. I can’t imagine now paying that much for such small living spaces 😳 Like somebody said once: I love Toronto, but I don’t love it that much 😅

[@stephandden]

Haha, that's a relatable saying! Love it, but not for all of your money 😅

[@dinasaur3919]

Thank you for your content 😊 Came across this channel by chance and loved the information even though I’m not looking for a place right now. Keep up the good work! Like others have commented, I too would love to see various condominiums from other areas in Toronto

[@stephandden]

Thank you for watching! We’ll have another video like this up in 2 weeks 😊✨

[@losteezy]

loved the video style! very nicely produced! the 10k was defffffinitely stretch, and I'm someone looking at NYC real-estate!!

[@stephandden]

Thanks Lauryn! 😊

[@colleenreid2429]

I really enjoyed this video and the style! I live in Toronto and I've always been curious to know the cost and what these units look like inside. Continue to keep up the amazing you two! =)

[@stephandden]

Thanks so much, Colleen! 😊

[@RB-ev3st]

Enjoyed this video

[@stephandden]

Thank you! ✨

[@anitawaris3850]

I absolutely love your channel and your videos... I've been binge watching them since the last hour and your videos truly shows how much you guys put effort in it.. They're very informative. I'm glad to find your channel 😍❤️

[@stephandden]

Thank you so much, Anita! We appreciate it! 😊

[@gabrielajardim]

Great video! Thanks for sharing, you guys :D

[@stephandden]

Thanks for watching! 😊

[@AlexMoloneyRealEstate]

Nice video on the Toronto Condo Market 👍🏼👍🏼 you can see some funny things with tenanted units 🙄

[@stephandden]

Thanks Alex! 😊

[@Jann596]

Very nice apartments, but I refuse to pay some of those prices..I'll stay in Brampton for now.

[@stephandden]

Very fair, the prices in the city are definitely high! But, lower now then pre pandemic

[@a004]

The way Brampton is going, the prices will be higher than Toronto by year's end

[@a004]

Good video guys. More Toronto-specific content like this!

[@stephandden]

Thanks so much! 🙌🏾🙌🏻

[@JJDay88]

Thanks for doing these apartment tours based on budgets. I'm from London, Ontario just a hop, skip and jump from Tdot and am looking to move because I am becoming a KZbinr myself and feel Toronto will help me get more comfortable vlogging in public due to the size and ability to blend in plus knowing there are more KZbinrs there. London's just not there yet! Lol Would love to connect if I get there and hear your city & YT tips!

[@spark0girl]

I use to thing it was weird seeing other people's stuff too until I moved from one apartment to another apartment (instead of moving out of my parents to an apartment). There's no way to totally clean out a place for viewing if the landlord wants to fill it up immediately. You generally expect people to make it presentable (think of when people are showing their house) but not everyone has the same standards lol.

[@stephandden]

Hahaha very true! This place threw me off because there was a thick layer of dust everywhere - it really felt like no one had been home in a while (or at least hadn’t been using their living spaces!). But a really nice spot 😊

[@jaclynappugliesi]

@@stephandden It is because many people living downtown had to fly home in the middle of a pandemic and had to leave their condo quickly. It's very important to remember the times we are living in as not all tenants are concerned with dusting a place as they are concerned to go home to their families.

[@karenlam2871]

You guys nailed it 👏🏻

[@stephandden]

Thanks Karen! ✨

[@kikadivine2048]

Love the vibe

[@stephandden]

Thank you! 😊

[@kristenjagdeo6059]

Ah, amazing! I love it!! 😍

[@stephandden]

Thanks so much for showing us these spots!! 😊✨

[@tarynethan9756]

This was awesome! 🤩We live in the downtown core, so interesting to see what is out there in a different location!

[@stephandden]

Thanks for watching! 😊

[@MANUchan]

I looove all the views, especially the last 2 ones; the most expensive ones! It’s really like in a cloud or on top of the ☁️!! Ah, ok, have to admit that I adore the last apartment. ❤️ But what you get for the first one at 1,700 is really amazing! I love the kitchen in the first condo! 😃 You guys are great and so cute, thank you for the tour!

[@stephandden]

Agreed! Thanks so much for watching 😊

[@MANUchan]

@@stephandden ❤️

[@nadiadomingoselebedi]

Loved how the video was presented. Great editing skills

[@stephandden]

Thanks Nadia! 🥳

[@fadumaali5500]

omg this was recommended to me and I loved it !!!

[@stephandden]

🥳🥳

[@MAIZENA706]

LOVED IT, MOREE VIDEOS LIKE THIS 🥳🥳 btw Can't wait to see your Questrade review

[@stephandden]

Wooo thanks Matías! 🥳

[@phiyonaauyeung5424]

Please show us four seasons apartment as well.

[@cocoa_cake]

i love this type of video, hope you can do more like it! I'm always browsing real estate websites looking at the different homes for sale😁

[@stephandden]

Definitely, thanks Nat!

[@MattandShannonDaSilva]

This was awesome! I like these types of videos where you both venture out and review stuff. Dope 🙏🏾

[@stephandden]

Thank you!! 😊

[@hn9382]

More videos in this series please 🔥

[@stephandden]

We might have already filmed another one 🙌🏾🙌🏻

[@emmadodsworth7318]

I LOVE the video Style! Could you possibly do a house hunting video? or a "Saving for your first home" video! Love from Nova Scotia!

[@stephandden]

Ou yes love that suggestion! Will definitely do a video like this 😊

[@devinshanahan8206]

Love the video guys!

[@stephandden]

Thanks Devin! 😊

[@05Kate_Daniels]

Loving it!

[@stephandden]

Thanks Kate! 😊✨

[@veroniqueseguin-cadiche9971]

Great vidéo ! Would love to see one on studios apartment with a lower price range.

[@stephandden]

Thank you! We filmed one like that (all below $2,000 per month) that will be up within the next few weeks! 😊✨

[@veroniqueseguin-cadiche9971]

@@stephandden oh perfect! You guys are the best 🎉 Thank you 🙏🏽

[@mckaybarr1671]

Great video guys. It would be cool to see a video showing a rental unit compared to a unit that is for sale where the rent and the mortgage are similar so we can see some of the advantages and disadvantages of buying vs renting firsthand.

[@stephandden]

That’s a great suggestion! Thanks, McKay 😊

[@darleneaitken1620]

Buying will come with a very high condo fee. Better to live cheap for a few years and buy a house. I owned a condo a few years ago, and the condo fees were more than the mortgage and increase every year.

[@LanaASmith3]

Love videos like these! Have you guys tried to negotiate your current rent down with prices going down? I think that would be a great video on how to do that

[@stephandden]

We might try that when it’s time to renew our lease! That’s a great video suggestion 😊 We have a great landlord who hasn’t raised the price at all since we moved it which has been great

[@jordanwilliams9300]

This was fun to see!

[@stephandden]

Thanks Jordan! 😊

[@AJ-jd6qt]

Thank you guys so much for this! you seem so sweet :) im currently in North York and using this as motivation to move to grind and move Toronto

[@stephandden]

Thanks AJ! 😊 ✨

[@cscholar]

Yesss more of the exact same thing please, and god damn nice 4k video

[@stephandden]

Thank you! More coming up 😊

[@MillaExplores]

Really interesting video! It's always cool to look at places in different places ☺️

[@stephandden]

Thank you! 😊✨

[@TravisGarnett]

Thank-y'all for the tours!! Home ownership an end-goal?

[@stephandden]

Thanks for watching! For us, yes - we plan to do some real estate investing in the future, too!

[@TravisGarnett]

Awesome, @StephAndDen!! 🤜🤛

[@Sheisforeign]

Can we have moreeee videos of apartments in the $1k price range like this , im from Rhode Island in America I been thinking about moving to Toronto 😍

[@stephandden]

Hey Veronica! For sure, we’ll have one up next week with units less then $2,000! 😊

[@jakubhladik5898]

$1k? Doesn’t exist. Not downtown and not anywhere you would want to live. Prices are dropping but not sure they’ll reach the $1k range. Maybe a filthy basement bachelor. You can maybe get a room for $1k.

[@Sheisforeign]

@@jakubhladik5898 my mom has a 3 bedroom nice apartment for 1,300🙃

[@jakubhladik5898]

@@Sheisforeign Where though? 3 bedrooms would cost $3k at least in Toronto. Unless you’ve been living there since the 80’s.

[@luzhou8389]

Great video

[@stephandden]

Thank you 😊

[@ronaklad2278]

Great video!!

[@stephandden]

Thank you! 😊

[@penguinobsession]

Super interesting!

[@stephandden]

Thanks, Gabriel!

[@mr.starks]

Really enjoyed the video, pls don't get rid of your couch. The minor blemish adds character! Great chemistry between you guys 🍻🇨🇦🍻🇨🇦

[@stephandden]

Thank you! 😊

[@wejdansager6131]

More of these videos pleeeeeease, would love it if you show units that are for sale too

[@stephandden]

More coming up soon! 😊

[@simonachen18]

What is the name of the first place,please?

[@ANTSEL]

Enjoyed the video. Toronto is surprisingly reasonable for a major city. $6200 seems like a good value unit.

[@stephandden]

So glad you liked the video! 😊

[@stacy-annmorgan6685]

Couldn’t live in downtown. I went a few times just wanted to get the heck back out. I’m more of a country person lots of space girl. DT too packed for me I like to see green. I can see the CN a little were I live up more east. Close to Scarborough. Lots of trees beautiful in fall and summer. Walking trails and everything.

[@stephandden]

There’s definitely pros and cons to downtown and the country-side! Location is always an interesting part of choosing your place 😊

[@luckystar225]

Thank you for this video! Haha so this is how the rich live? I only saw $1850 and below units haha This is definitely very eye-opening and enjoyable to watch!

[@stephandden]

Ha, us too!! It was definitely interesting to see these more expensive units!

[@hckynrscnd8916]

Wondering when this was filmed. Shows it was posted Jan 23/21 yet there's no snow but we had 6 inches of snow permanently an hour away in Kitchener.

[@stephandden]

It was filmed in December 😊

[@hckynrscnd8916]

@@stephandden ah ok, before we got all this darn snow lol

[@DreamFirms]

Love the apartments you visited!

[@stephandden]

Thanks Tyler! 😊

[@cdeschamps3347]

Love your nails Steph! Do you do them yourself?

[@stephandden]

Thank you! I do 😊 I always use Essie polishes!

[@lucky247365]

This was a very fun video and the production values are getting better all the time. I can only imagine those with annual income over 500k per year would pay 10k for that unit. Over 100k per year that doesn't even go into your equity.

[@stephandden]

Thanks so much! 😊 Agreed, likely a very high income to justify it!

[@Tta90901]

Great job guys! Makes me appreciate my spacious $1350 2 bed 2 bath with underground parking in Calgary.

[@stephandden]

Thanks Tolu! 😊✨

[@CreateTech]

Unit 4 dang!

[@stephandden]

👏🏾👏🏻