Canada Housing Market

Online discussions, especially on Reddit, have spotlighted unique rental listings in Toronto and Ontario, such as shared rooms and beds in kitchens. These listings underscore the tough realities of the current housing market, reflecting the pressing issues many face in finding affordable living spaces in the region. Here are 6 recent listings in Toronto $600 or less:

$525 incl. utilities

Source $475*4 = $1900 off of a single bedroom. Nice! : r/SlumlordsCanada (reddit.com)

A Kijiji listing offers a shared bedroom in Toronto for $475 per tenant, requiring sharing a bunk bed with a stranger. The room, available only to female tenants, features amenities like a large balcony, kitchen, bathroom, and storage den. However, the rent jumps to $525 per person after including $50 monthly utilities for hydro, heating, water, and internet, totaling $2,100 for the four-tenant space.

$570/ month

Source $570 to three-way share a bedroom now! : r/SlumlordsCanada (reddit.com)

A Kijiji listing near Yonge and Eglinton offers three beds in a shared room for $570 per person. Aimed at international students, the listing promises affordable rent, utilities included, and easy access to jobs, restaurants, and TTC routes. Despite these perks, the cramped conditions and safety concerns have raised doubts among potential tenants.

$550/month

Source: $555 to rent a “prestigious” bunk bed! : r/SlumlordsCanada (reddit.com)

A Kijiji listing in North York advertises a shared bedroom for $555 per month, with tenants required to sleep in bunk beds. Touted as close to TTC routes and amenities, it aims at students and young professionals, offering a discount for those willing to share. Despite requiring a full application process, including credit checks and employment verification, the ad has faced criticism on Reddit for its cramped conditions.

$500/month in Scarborough

The listing features a unique living arrangement by offering a single bed placed directly in the kitchen area for $500 a month. It’s specifically targeting a female tenant and emphasizes the accommodation’s convenience due to its proximity to Kennedy subway station and major grocery stores.

$600/month

Source: One of the most bizarre ads I’ve read : r/SlumlordsCanada (reddit.com)

A unique Kijiji listing offers a shared living space for $600 near Yonge and College Streets, complete with meals but with strict rules, targeting students aged 17 to 22 with specific hygiene requirements. “Must wear deoderant” The living area, an open space without doors, is also used by the landlord, prohibiting any guests. This unusual arrangement has sparked debates on Reddit, highlighting the lack of privacy and peculiar conditions for a seemingly affordable downtown Toronto location.

$500/month in Scarborough

Source: What a deal (Scarborough, ON) : r/SlumlordsCanada (reddit.com)

In Toronto’s challenging rental market, a recent listing for a $500 bedroom in Scarborough has caught attention on Facebook Marketplace, described by many as resembling a “jail cell” or “dungeon.” Despite its low price and convenient location near amenities, the space’s stark, cellar-like appearance, complete with minimal furnishings and a small window, has sparked a mix of concern and disbelief online.