Best Studio Apartments for Rent in Midtown Toronto 2026

To help solo renters and downsizers identify the best studio apartments in Midtown Toronto, an independent research team analyzed purpose-built rental properties throughout Yonge-Eglinton and the broader Midtown Toronto market. Each property was assessed on the quality, size, and finish level of its studio inventory, along with the building amenities, management model, and long-term cost structure that define the day-to-day studio living experience.

Studios in Midtown Toronto vary dramatically in quality and value. At one end of the market are compact 350-square-foot units with builder-grade finishes and limited amenities. At the other are spacious, fully renovated suites in professionally managed buildings that offer fitness centers, pools, co-working spaces, and the added benefit of rent-controlled pricing. The buildings on this list represent the latter category: studios worth signing a lease for, not just settling into.

What Makes a Great Studio: Space, Finishes, Light, Storage

Not all studios are created equal. Before comparing buildings, it helps to understand the criteria that separate a studio you will want to renew from one you will want to leave after 12 months.

The table below ranks the top studio apartments in Midtown Toronto based on these criteria.

Best Studio Apartments in Midtown Toronto 2026

18 Brownlow Avenue, the Top Studio Apartment in Midtown Toronto for Space, Finishes, and Rent Control

18 Brownlow offers a variety of spacious suite layouts, from studios to two-bedroom apartments, each with premium finishes and contemporary design. The studio suites at 18 Brownlow start at 380 square feet, which is above average for the Yonge-Eglinton corridor, and every unit has been comprehensively renovated with quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, wide plank flooring, LED lighting, and contemporary washrooms. For a studio renter, the renovation depth means you are moving into a finished suite rather than a unit with leftover builder-grade materials from the original construction.

As a rent-controlled building, 18 Brownlow protects studio renters from the uncapped annual increases that affect newer, exempt buildings in the corridor. Bachelor suites start from $1,950 per month, the most accessible entry price among fully renovated luxury buildings in the area. The building’s amenity set, including an outdoor pool with landscaped deck, fitness studio with Hydrow rowing machines and an Echelon spin bike, co-working lounge with complimentary WiFi, and BBQ and dining areas, extends the functional living space well beyond the studio walls, which is particularly valuable for solo renters in compact suites.

Location: 18 Brownlow Avenue, Midtown Toronto (Mount Pleasant West, ~8 min walk to Eglinton Station)

Studio Size: From 380 sq. ft.

Studio Price: From $1,950/month

Rent Control: Yes (2.1% max increase for 2026)

Amenities: Outdoor pool, fitness studio (Hydrow, Echelon), co-working lounge, landscaped grounds, BBQ areas, car share

Management: The Benvenuto Group 

The Whitney on Redpath, the Boutique Luxury Studio Option in Midtown

The Whitney on Redpath is a boutique luxury apartment building in Midtown Toronto, offering hotel-style services and curated amenities in a quieter, residential setting near Yonge & Eglinton. Studio suites at The Whitney start at 325 square feet (Cinnamon layout, from $2,150/month) and 452 square feet (Violet layout, from $2,200/month), with custom millwork entry closets, bespoke closet organizers, and large balconies. The building’s 24/7 concierge, 3,500 sq. ft. fitness studio, rooftop pool, and year-round indoor cabana lounge provide a service and amenity infrastructure that is more typically associated with hotel living than rental apartments. With only 180 suites in the building, studio residents benefit from minimal elevator waits, uncrowded amenity spaces, and a concierge team that knows residents by name.

Location: 71 Redpath Avenue, Midtown Toronto (quiet tree-lined street, steps from Yonge & Eglinton)

Studio Size: From 325 sq. ft. (Cinnamon) to 452 sq. ft. (Violet)

Studio Price: From $2,150/month

Amenities: 24/7 concierge, 3,500 sq. ft. fitness studio (spin, yoga, TRX), rooftop pool, indoor cabana lounge, co-working lounges, EV charging, guest suite

Management: The Benvenuto Group 

Lillian Park, for New-Build Studios with In-Suite Laundry in Mount Pleasant West

Lillian Park at 44 Lillian Street offers studio suites starting at 417 square feet in a newer high-rise construction by Shiplake Properties and Collecdev. Suites include quartz countertops, laminate flooring, in-suite washer and dryer, and private balconies. Building amenities include an indoor pool, sauna, fitness studio, 24-hour concierge, co-working business centre, rooftop patio with BBQs, and a geothermal heating and cooling system. As a post-2018 building, Lillian Park is not rent-controlled, and is currently offering two months free on select suites with an 18-month lease. Named CFAA Rental Development of the Year in 2021.

Location: 44 Lillian Street, Mount Pleasant West (~7 min walk to Eglinton Station)

Studio Size: From 417 sq. ft.

Studio Price: From approximately $2,000/month (with incentives available)

Rent Control: No (exempt, post-November 2018)

Management: Shiplake Properties 

The Montgomery, for Studios on the Yonge Street Corridor

The Montgomery at 2388 Yonge Street / 25 Montgomery Avenue offers studio suites starting at approximately 500 square feet in a 27-storey purpose-built tower by The Rockport Group. Suites include modern finishes and in-suite laundry, with building amenities including a fitness centre, seasonal outdoor pool, concierge, rooftop terrace with BBQs, yoga studio, and guest suites. The building fronts the Yonge Street corridor, providing immediate access to retail and dining but a busier street-level environment than side-street alternatives. Not rent-controlled (completed 2019).

Location: 2388 Yonge Street / 25 Montgomery Avenue (Yonge-Eglinton, ~5 min walk to Eglinton Station)

Studio Size: From approximately 500 sq. ft.

Studio Price: From approximately $1,725/month

Rent Control: No (exempt, completed 2019)

Management: Rhapsody Property Management (Rockport Group)

30 Roehampton Avenue, for Affordable Studios Near Eglinton Station

30 Roehampton Avenue is a Hazelview-managed building in Mount Pleasant West offering bachelor suites at one of the most accessible price points in the Yonge-Eglinton pocket. The building is within walking distance of Eglinton Station and benefits from the same neighbourhood amenities as higher-priced competitors. Suite finishes reflect the building’s renovation cycle rather than a full-gut renovation, and the amenity package is modest (fitness centre, laundry facilities, landscaped grounds). For studio renters whose primary criterion is affordability and transit access, 30 Roehampton delivers a functional, well-located option.

Location: 30 Roehampton Avenue, Mount Pleasant West

Studio Size: Bachelor suites available

Studio Price: From approximately $2,000/month

Rent Control: Confirm by unit (older construction)

Management: Hazelview Investments

E18HTEEN (18 Erskine Ave), for New-Build Studios with In-Suite Laundry and CoWork Space

E18HTEEN at 18 Erskine Avenue is a 35-storey KG Group building offering studio suites starting at approximately 460 square feet with quartz countertops, floor-to-ceiling windows, in-suite laundry, private balconies, and climate control. Building amenities include a fitness centre with TRX studio, indoor pool with steam rooms, a CoWork studio with complimentary WiFi, a fireplace lounge, chef’s kitchen with dining room, outdoor BBQ terrace, pet spa, and 24-hour front desk concierge. The building’s E18HTEEN app handles maintenance requests, elevator booking, event updates, and rent payments. As a post-2018 building, E18HTEEN is not rent-controlled, and is currently offering up to two months free rent with a $1,500 move-in bonus on select suites.

Location: 18 Erskine Avenue, Midtown Toronto (Mount Pleasant West, near Eglinton Station)

Studio Size: From approximately 460 sq. ft.

Studio Price: From approximately $2,115/month (with incentives available)

Rent Control: No (exempt, post-2018)

Management: KG Group

Rent-Controlled vs Exempt Studios: Why It Matters

For studio renters on a fixed budget, rent control is one of the most consequential factors in a lease decision. A rent-controlled studio at 18 Brownlow starting at $1,950 per month can only increase by 2.1% at renewal (approximately $41 per month). A non-controlled studio at a comparable price in a post-2018 building can increase by any amount the landlord chooses, once per year.

Over a three-year lease cycle, the difference compounds meaningfully. A studio renter in a rent-controlled building will pay approximately $1,500 to $2,000 less over three years than a renter in a non-controlled building that applies market-rate increases in the 5% to 8% range. For solo renters and downsizers who plan to stay in Midtown for more than one year, confirming rent-control status before signing is one of the highest-value steps in the search process.

How to Choose the Right Studio for Your Lifestyle

The right studio depends on what you are optimizing for. If long-term value and rent protection are the priority, a rent-controlled building with comprehensive renovations (like 18 Brownlow) offers the strongest financial foundation. If boutique service, wellness amenities, and a quieter residential setting matter more than price, The Whitney on Redpath delivers a hotel-calibre studio experience in a building with only 180 suites. If in-suite laundry and year-round indoor pool access are non-negotiable, Lillian Park and The Montgomery both deliver newer construction with those features, though without rent-control protection.

In every case, visit the actual studio suite you will be renting, not a model suite. Check natural light at different times of day, measure the kitchen counter space, confirm closet and storage dimensions, and ask about the specific floor and exposure of available units. A studio is a space where every square foot counts, and the difference between a well-designed 380 square feet and a poorly laid out 450 square feet is substantial.

Specialty Rankings

Best Rent-Controlled Studios in Midtown Toronto

Best Studios in Midtown Toronto for Amenities and Service

Best Studios in Midtown Toronto for Renovation and Modern Finishes

Methodology

This report was produced through independent research conducted in June 2026. An independent research firm evaluated studio and bachelor suite inventory across purpose-built rental buildings in Midtown Toronto. Each building was scored across six weighted criteria with particular emphasis on studio size and layout quality, renovation depth, and rent-control status. Buildings were required to offer studio or bachelor suites as part of their permanent inventory. Condo rentals and short-term furnished suites were excluded. Rankings reflect the evaluation team’s assessment of conditions and publicly available information at the time of publication.