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- How your rights as a tenant are protected
- How your rights as a senior are protected
- Things to consider before signing a lease
- Moving to Toronto from out of the city
Find retirement home communities in Toronto that offer rental options to seniors. Anincreasing number of seniors are seeing the wisdom in selling their family home, investing the equity and living a more carefree lifestyle. Browse options from the list below.
IN-DEPTH REPORTSRetirement rentals in Toronto
FEATURED
The Briton House
720 Mt. Pleasant Road, Toronto,
Ontario, M4S 2N7
Family-owned and operated, the Briton House is dedicated to the highest standards of service. Offering a full continuum of care, a variety of amenities and suites, home-cooked meals, and a 15,000 sq. ft. indoor garden.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
FEATURED
Baycrest Terraces
55 Ameer Avenue, Toronto,
Ontario, M6A 2Z1
We are Toronto's Finest Kosher Retirement Residence located on the Baycrest campus. We offer Independent & Assisted Living and Memory Care. Baycrest Terraces, "Where Life Thrives". Call us today for more information.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
FEATURED
The Sumach by Chartwell
146 Sumach Street, Toronto,
Ontario, M5A 0P7
The Sumach by Chartwell is a beautiful 12-storey retirement residence featuring spacious seniors’ apartments with flexible, à la carte services and casual amenities in the heart of Downtown East.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living
FEATURED
Aspira Kensington Place Retirement Living
866 Sheppard Avenue West, Toronto,
Ontario, M3H 2T5
A resort-like retirement residence in Toronto featuring a fitness centre, beauty salon and a variety of other luxuries, including a private dining room and more.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
FEATURED
Queens Estate Retirement Residence - Metta Lifestyles
265 Queens Drive, Toronto,
Ontario, M6L 3C6
At Queens Estate, we offer a complete range of care services in a welcoming environment. Whether it's our compassionate staff, fresh homemade meals, or exciting and engaging activities, you will truly feel at home.
Lifestyle Options: Assisted Living, Memory Care
FEATURED
The Dunfield Retirement Residence
77 Dunfield Avenue, Toronto,
Ontario, M4S 2H3
The Dunfield Retirement Residence has established a new standard in senior retirement living in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) with 177 spacious apartments. Where people come to LIVE!
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
FEATURED
Belmont House
55 Belmont Street, Toronto,
Ontario, M5R 1R1
A superb retirement home nestled in Toronto proper, featuring a variety of apartments and suites, along with a fitness room for active seniors, an on-site convenience store and more.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living
Hazelton Place Retirement Residence - Verve Senior Living
111 Avenue Road, Toronto,
Ontario, M5R 3J8
Luxury and quality is in every corner of Hazelton from its lobby to its inviting Bistro & Bar. Offering amenities and services, Hazelton makes it easy for you to define and enjoy your lifestyle.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Assisted Living
New Horizons Tower
1140 Bloor Street West, Toronto,
Ontario, M6H 4E6
A well-established not-for-profit, NHT is committed to enriching the lives of seniors. Gracious dining & café, a terrace garden, daily fitness, a vibrant Concert Series - there is plenty for residents to enjoy at NHT!
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
How your rights as a tenant are protected
Renting a retirement home is becoming an increasingly popular option, as seniors prefer to rid themselves of the inconveniences that come with home ownership. In Toronto, retirement home rental fees can range from around $2,000 to upwards of $5,000. While Toronto is an expensive real estate market, the price you pay will depend on the service you opt for. Other factors are the size of the rental unit, its features and of course, its location. However, all of Ontario’s rental homes are subject to the Landlord and Tenant Act, which allows the province to limit rent increases. Provincially mandated increase caps make sure your fees are fair. The Landlord and Tenant Act also sets standards your retirement residence must adhere to. You have a right to a safe and fair home.
How your rights as a senior are protected
In addition to protecting you as a tenant, you will find protection specific to retirement homes. The Retirement Homes Regulatory Authority (RHRA) regulates, inspects, and licenses senior communities in the province of Ontario. It ensures that you live in a safe and equitable environment. On another hand, the Ontario Retirement Community Association (ORCA) is a voluntary organization. Retirement homes with rentals join ORCA to demonstrate that they provide you with the best possible services and care, following ORCA's high standards of operational excellence in the sector. Before choosing a retirement home rental in Toronto, it gives you more peace of mind to identify if it is a member of ORCA.
GTA retirement home reviews give you peace of mind and insider perspective on communities.
Things to consider before signing a lease
- Review the whole building and property to be sure it meets your standards of cleanliness and security.
- Think about how appealing the building is for visitors, your children and grandchildren.
- Inquire about tenant insurance.
- Ask the landlord about improving your rental unit (for example, installing new carpet).
- Ask whether the landlord is planning any major changes or construction projects.
- Read the fine print of your lease or rental agreement.
- Ask how much you can bring with you.
Moving to Toronto from out of the city
Toronto has something for everyone. If you are an active adult, you will enjoy Toronto’s lively downtown core. Those with interests in art, history, sports, or general culture will love living in Toronto. Seniors who are seeking relaxation often appreciate the noise that they hear from the streets. One resident explained, "The street noise makes me feel like I am never alone."
