286 Main Street 421

East End-Danforth, Toronto, M4C 0B3 · More in this building

$2,350/mo

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  • 1+1 bedrooms
  • 1 bathrooms
  • 0 parking
  • 600-699 sq ft

Listed 35 days ago · MLS® E13787046

About this home

Step into stylish urban living in this 1-bedroom + den condo, where modern design meets practicality. With its west-facing orientation, the space is bathed in warm sunlight during the day and offers a front-row seat to spectacular evening sunsets. This spacious unit features approximately 650 square feet of interior living space and an adaptable den that can be transformed into anything you need-a quiet office space, a cozy guest nook, or a baby room. Living here means you're at the center of everything. Within a short walk, you'll find multiple transit options, including Main subway station, streetcar stops, and GO Transit hub, making travel seamless across Toronto and the GTA. The location's high Walk Score reflects the abundance of nearby conveniences, from grocery stores and essential services to trendy cafés and local businesses. The neighbourhood blends vibrant energy with a community vibe. Whether you're browsing unique shops or savouring fresh pastries at local bakeries, the nearby Danforth Village and The Beach offer countless options to explore. For outdoor enthusiasts, green spaces like Stephenson Park and scenic waterfront trails are perfect for jogging, cycling, or simply enjoying nature. Farmers' markets, cultural events, and recreation centers further foster a sense of connection and an active lifestyle. In addition to the vibrant surroundings, the building itself offers premium amenities. Stay fit in the fully equipped gym, host get-togethers in the modern party room, or safely store your bike in the expansive storage area. Everything is designed to make your life as comfortable and enjoyable as possible. Don't miss out on this exceptional opportunity to lease a condo that perfectly balances style, convenience, and community. Book your viewing today and discover what life could look like at 286 Main Street!

Details

Type
Condo Apartment
Style
Apartment
Age
0-5 years
Size
600-699 sq ft
Basement
None
Garage
Underground
Kitchens
1
Neighbourhood
East End-Danforth
Municipality
Toronto E02
Rent increase limit
Probably not covered: units first occupied after Nov. 15, 2018 have no yearly cap in Ontario, so ask the landlord.

Interior

Bedrooms
1 above ground + 1 below
Bathrooms
1 × 3-piece (flat)
Rooms
4 above ground
Family room or den
No
Fireplace
No
Laundry
Ensuite
Features
Carpet Free
Furnished
Unfurnished

Heating, cooling and services

Heating
Forced Air, Gas
Air conditioning
Central Air

Building and exterior

Style
Apartment
Exterior
Concrete, Concrete Poured
Age
0-5 years

Condo

Building
Linx Condos
Amenities
Concierge, Elevator, Gym, Media Room, Party Room/Meeting Room, Rooftop Deck/Garden
Balcony
Terrace
Exposure
West
View
Clear
Pets
Yes-with Restrictions
Property manager
Percel Professional property

Rental terms

Rent includes
Building Insurance, Common Elements

More

Possession
Immediate
Nearby
Hospital, Public Transit, Rec./Commun.Centre, Clear View, Electric Car Charger, School Bus Route
Cross street
DANFORTH AVE / MAIN ST

Rooms

RoomLevelSizeFeatures
Primary BedroomFlat3.4 × 3 m (11'2" × 9'10")Closet Organizers, Hardwood Floor, Window Floor to Ceiling
KitchenFlat3.2 × 2.7 m (10'6" × 8'10")Quartz Counter, B/I Appliances, Modern Kitchen
Living RoomFlat2.95 × 3.5 m (9'8" × 11'6")Combined w/Dining, Hardwood Floor, Window Floor to Ceiling
DenFlat2.8 × 2.5 m (9'2" × 8'2")Hardwood Floor

History of this address

4 earlier listings at this address, with sold and leased prices. Create a free account or sign in to see them.

Location

Location is approximate. See nearby homes on the map

The neighbourhood

Getting around Very walkable

  • 🚇 Main Street Subway3 min walk
  • 🚇 Woodbine Subway13 min walk
  • 🚆 Danforth GO3 min walk

Within a 10-minute walk: 10 grocery stores, 45 cafés and restaurants, 15 parks, 11 pharmacies. Nearest grocery: Janny Fruit Mart (50 m). Nearest park: Gene Domagala Park (50 m).

Schools nearby

Elementary

  • William J McCordic School6 min walk
  • Secord Elementary School
    EQAO: Gr 3 reading 69%, math 58%
    8 min walk
  • Kimberley Junior Public School
    EQAO: Gr 6 reading 90%, math 67%
    9 min walk
  • Beaches Alternative Junior School9 min walk

Secondary

  • Malvern Collegiate Institute
    EQAO: Gr 9 math 78%, literacy test 96%
    14 min walk
  • Notre Dame Catholic High School Catholic
    EQAO: Gr 9 math 67%, literacy test 97%
    16 min walk
  • D A Morrison Middle School18 min walk

EQAO: share of students meeting the provincial standard (2024–25). Ontario average: Gr 6 reading 86%, math 51%; Gr 9 math 55%; literacy test 83%.

Closest schools, not school zones. Check which school serves this address with the school board before relying on it.

Who lives here postal area M4C

Owners / renters
53% / 47%
Median household income
$83,000
Average age
40
Children under 15
17%
Homes
27% detached, 38% high-rise
Commute by transit
37%
Population
46,440

Languages spoken most at home besides English: Bengali 4.3%, Yue (Cantonese) 2.1%, Urdu 1.4%, Tagalog (Pilipino, Filipino) 0.9%.

Flood and conservation No mapped hazard

Not inside a mapped flood plain or regulated area.

Screening maps only. Ask the conservation authority for a property inquiry before relying on this.

Safety

Major crime per resident in East End-Danforth (2025): about the Toronto average, down 11% from the year before.

  • Assaultabout average
  • Break and enterabout average
  • Auto theft35% below average
  • Robbery34% below average
  • Theft from vehiclesabout average
  • Shootings51% below average

Crime Severity Index for Toronto police: 60 vs 57 for Ontario (2025).

Police-reported figures for the whole neighbourhood, not this street. Rates use the area’s resident population.

Development nearby 13 active

  • 286 MAIN ST · 0 m
    Plan of Condominium · Draft Plan Approved · applied 2026
    Draft Plan of Standard Condominium for 5 retail condominium units.
    Application details
  • 2720 DANFORTH AVE · 350 m
    Site Plan · Under Review · applied 2026
    Proposed mass timber building with an 8-storey portion located at the rear of the site, adjacent the laneway, connected with a 4-storey portion on the Danforth…
    Application details
  • 2681 DANFORTH AVE · 250 m
    Official Plan / Zoning By-law Amendment · OMB Appeal · applied 2022
    Rezoning and Official Plan Amendment applications for a 33 storey residential tower (Tower A) and a 48 storey residential tower (Tower B) connected by a 2-8…
    Application details
  • 8 DAWES RD · 400 m
    Site Plan · Under Review · applied 2022
    Site Plan application for a 52 residential building with retail at grade containing 579 units, inlcuding 12 units of affordable housing , The development…
    Application details
  • 8 DAWES RD · 400 m
    Official Plan / Zoning By-law Amendment · OMB Appeal · applied 2022
    Rezoning application for a 52 residential building with retail at grade containing 579 units, inlcuding 12 units of affordable housing , The development…
    Application details
  • 2575 DANFORTH AVE · 150 m
    Official Plan / Zoning By-law Amendment · OMB Appeal · applied 2022
    Rezoning application to redevelop certain portions of this large 3.18-hectare property with five new buildings (Buildings E to I) ranging in height from 15 to…
    Application details

15 more within 500 m.

Rezoning, site plan, subdivision and condominium applications filed with the city.

Distances are approximate. Places © OpenStreetMap contributors. Neighbourhood figures: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census. School results: EQAO via Ontario Data Catalogue (Open Government Licence – Ontario). Neighbourhood crime: Toronto Police Service Public Safety Data Portal (Open Government Licence – Toronto Police Service). Crime Severity Index: Statistics Canada. Planning applications: City of Toronto open data.

Living here

Commute

To Union Station (downtown Toronto): 8 km. Transit times · Driving times

Noise 1 source nearby

  • 🚆 Rail line (Kingston Subdivision)150 m

Distances from the map, not noise measurements. Visit at rush hour to judge for yourself.

What can be built CR

Commercial Residential (with a site-specific exception).

From Toronto’s Zoning By-law 569-2013 map. Lot size, setbacks and trees decide what actually fits; check with a planner before you buy.

Full lot check · Run the numbers

Building permits

  • Interior Alterations · 2024 · Inspection
    Proposed interior alterations for a Medical office in an existing unfinished unit.
  • Demolition · 2020 · Closed
    Demolition of one storey commercial retail building

5 permits on this block of the street in the last 2 years.

Permits filed with the City of Toronto. A permit doesn’t mean the work passed final inspection.

Trees

46 City street trees within 100 m. That’s about the Toronto average of 42.

Trees on City boulevards only, not private yards or parks.

Internet High-speed

50/10 Mbps or faster available here by cable, fibre or DSL (the federal high-speed target).

From the federal broadband map. Check exact speeds and providers for the address.

Short-term rentals

Only in your principal residence (where you live). The entire home can be rented up to 180 nights a year; renting up to 3 bedrooms while you live there has no limit. Hosts register with the City and collect the 6% accommodation tax.

City rules

Zoning, heritage, building permits and street trees: City of Toronto open data (Open Government Licence – Toronto). Roads, rail, airports and planned stations © OpenStreetMap contributors. Internet: Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada, National Broadband Data.

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