{"id":31461,"date":"2024-09-05T23:37:00","date_gmt":"2024-09-06T03:37:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.prepareforcanada.com\/?p=31461"},"modified":"2025-11-18T17:41:45","modified_gmt":"2025-11-18T22:41:45","slug":"how-to-find-an-apartment-for-rent-in-toronto-from-abroad","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/prepareforcanada.com\/blog\/housing\/how-to-find-an-apartment-for-rent-in-toronto-from-abroad","title":{"rendered":"How to Find an Apartment for Rent in Toronto from Abroad"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Are you moving to Toronto soon? Finding an apartment in Toronto for rent is a big priority. While there is much to plan before you move to Canada, finding housing is at the top of the list. And, it&#8217;s challenging when you are looking for a place to live while you are living abroad.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Toronto is a big city with many diverse neighbourhoods and apartments to rent. But, you want to find a comfortable place that fits your lifestyle.&nbsp;This information will help you find an apartment in Toronto while you are living abroad!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.prepareforcanada.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/How-to-Find-an-Apartment-for-Rent-in-Toronto-from-Abroad-Image-2.png\" alt=\"A young couple are looking at a computer and researching short term rentals in Toronto from abroad.\" class=\"wp-image-238357\" style=\"width:600px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/2024-rd-staging.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com\/2024-prepare-for-canada\/2024\/09\/16161838\/How-to-Find-an-Apartment-for-Rent-in-Toronto-from-Abroad-Image-2.png 600w, https:\/\/2024-rd-staging.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com\/2024-prepare-for-canada\/2024\/09\/16161838\/How-to-Find-an-Apartment-for-Rent-in-Toronto-from-Abroad-Image-2-300x200.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong><em>Become familiar with Toronto&#8217;s housing market before you arrive.<\/em><\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-research-apartments-for-rent-in-toronto-before-you-arrive\"><strong>Research Apartments for Rent in Toronto Before You Arrive<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The first step to finding apartments for rent is to research the housing market. Your research will help you become familiar with: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-types-of-apartments-for-rent-in-toronto\">Types of Apartments for Rent in Toronto<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>There are many <a href=\"https:\/\/www.prepareforcanada.com\/accommodation-in-canada\/types-of-housing\/\">types of housing<\/a> in Toronto to rent, from apartments to condos to <a href=\"https:\/\/prepareforcanada.com\/living\/housing\/basement-apartment-living-canada\">basement apartments<\/a> to townhouses. You&#8217;ll also find studios, 1- and 2-bedroom apartments. It&#8217;s important to determine your needs before you begin your search.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-cost-of-rental-apartments-in-toronto\">Cost of Rental Apartments in Toronto<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/prepareforcanada.com\/housing\/what-is-the-cost-of-accommodation-in-canada\">cost of rental housing<\/a> in Toronto is more expensive than in other cities in Canada. The rent you pay depends on the type of housing you require, size, amenities, and location. Living in downtown Toronto is more expensive than living in the suburbs of Toronto. However, living downtown gives you more access to restaurants, entertainment, transportation, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s good to explore the cost of renting apartments before you arrive. That way, you&#8217;ll know how much to budget for accommodation in Canada.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.prepareforcanada.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/How-to-Find-a-Rental-Apartment-in-Toronto-from-Abroad-Image-3.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-238359\" style=\"width:600px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/2024-rd-staging.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com\/2024-prepare-for-canada\/2024\/09\/16161839\/How-to-Find-a-Rental-Apartment-in-Toronto-from-Abroad-Image-3.png 600w, https:\/\/2024-rd-staging.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com\/2024-prepare-for-canada\/2024\/09\/16161839\/How-to-Find-a-Rental-Apartment-in-Toronto-from-Abroad-Image-3-300x200.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong><em>Yonge Street in downtown Toronto.<\/em><\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-price-of-housing-based-on-location\">Price of Housing Based on Location  <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Living in downtown Toronto is expensive. So, it&#8217;s important to consider whether you want to settle downtown or in the suburbs, where housing is less expensive. But, living downtown gives you access to more jobs, restaurants, entertainment, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.prepareforcanada.com\/choosing-a-city\/toronto\/public-transportation-system-in-torontoride-the-ttc\/\">public transit<\/a>, and much more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.prepareforcanada.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/How-to-Find-an-Apartment-to-Rent-in-Toronto-from-Abroad-Image-4.png\" alt=\"A Toronto streetcar is travelling along King Street. Living close to work will help you avoid a lengthy commute to work. \" class=\"wp-image-238361\" srcset=\"https:\/\/2024-rd-staging.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com\/2024-prepare-for-canada\/2024\/09\/16161842\/How-to-Find-an-Apartment-to-Rent-in-Toronto-from-Abroad-Image-4.png 600w, https:\/\/2024-rd-staging.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com\/2024-prepare-for-canada\/2024\/09\/16161842\/How-to-Find-an-Apartment-to-Rent-in-Toronto-from-Abroad-Image-4-300x200.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong><em>Finding a rental apartment in Toronto close to work means you can avoid a lengthy commute.<\/em><\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-find-a-short-term-rental-apartment-before-you-arrive\"><strong>Find a Short-Term Rental Apartment Before You Arrive<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>A common strategy for people looking for an apartment in Toronto when living abroad is to <a href=\"https:\/\/prepareforcanada.com\/living\/housing\/how-can-i-find-short-term-rentals-in-canada\">find a short-term rental<\/a>. This could mean staying with friends or family if you know people in the city. Or you could stay at a hotel or Airbnb. Staying in a short-term rental allows you to explore other Toronto neighbourhoods in person before you commit to a long-term rental.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Ideally, you want to live close to where you work. A short-term rental gives you the flexibility to move when you know where you will be working. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:26px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Finding the right neighbourhood is vital. The City of Toronto is quite dispersed, and depending on where you live and work, you may discover that it can take well over an hour to commute to work. If you want to avoid a lengthy commute, ideally, you will rent an apartment close to your job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>A challenge of looking for an apartment in Toronto online is knowing if a listing is legitimate. Listings can be deceiving. Units may not be as they appear in photos. There is no substitute for seeing a rental in person before you agree to lease it. So, your best bet is to secure a short-term rental before you arrive in Canada.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"rounded-btn border-b-2 border-light-grey bg-off-white lg:grid lg:grid-cols-3 gap-2\">\n    <article class=\"lg:col-span-2 flex flex-col gap-4 p-6 lg:p-12\">\n        <h3 class=\"text-2xl\">Renting your first home in Canada | Options &#038; solutions for newcomers<\/h3>\n        <p>Searching for your first home in Canada? Join this exclusive session for key insights on housing market conditions, affordable options, and renting without credit history. Tailored for newcomers settling in the next six months, register now for valuable tips and a free guide!<\/p>\n                    <a class=\"flex flex-row w-fit gap-2 rounded-btn btn-secondary p-5 transition ease-in-out text-lg font-bold\"\n               href=\"https:\/\/prepareforcanada.com\/webinars\/renting-webinar\">REGISTER FOR THE WEBINAR                <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"28\" height=\"28\" viewBox=\"0 0 28 28\" fill=\"none\">\n                    <path\n                        d=\"M13.1752 20.175L14.8248 21.8247L22.6497 13.9999L14.8248 6.17505L13.1752 7.82472L18.1837 12.8332H7V15.1665H18.1837L13.1752 20.175Z\"\n                        fill=\"white\"\/>\n                <\/svg>\n            <\/a>\n            <\/article>\n    <div class=\"relative lg:col-span-1\">\n                    <video src=\"https:\/\/2024-rd-staging.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com\/2024-prepare-for-canada\/2025\/01\/18123715\/Renting_in_Canada_for_newcomers.mp4\" autoplay loop playsinline muted\n                   class=\"absolute inset-0 h-full w-full object-cover rounded-3xl\"><\/video>\n            <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-search-for-toronto-apartments-for-rent-when-you-arrive\"><strong>Search for Toronto Apartments for Rent When You Arrive<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The time to start your search for a long-term apartment for rent in Toronto is when you arrive. That way, you can visit the apartment in person, meet the landlord, and explore the neighbourhood to ensure it meets your needs. Finding a suitable and comfortable long-term rental is important, especially since you will likely have to sign a year-long lease.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Some people try to take advantage of new renters in the city, so tread carefully with online listings. Here are some tips to <a href=\"https:\/\/prepareforcanada.com\/housing\/settlement-journey\/arrival\/how-can-newcomers-avoid-rental-scams-10-smart-tips\">avoid rental scams<\/a>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>If a listing seems too good to be true, it probably is.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Be careful with people who are pushy or trying to persuade you into entering a lease agreement quickly.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Never send money to someone online unless you are sure the listing is legitimate.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.prepareforcanada.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/How-to-Find-a-Rental-Apartment-in-Toronto-from-Abroad-Image-6.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-238367\" srcset=\"https:\/\/2024-rd-staging.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com\/2024-prepare-for-canada\/2024\/09\/16161843\/How-to-Find-a-Rental-Apartment-in-Toronto-from-Abroad-Image-6.png 600w, https:\/\/2024-rd-staging.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com\/2024-prepare-for-canada\/2024\/09\/16161843\/How-to-Find-a-Rental-Apartment-in-Toronto-from-Abroad-Image-6-300x200.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong><em>You can use a real estate agent to find different types of rental housing in Toronto. <\/em><\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-use-a-local-real-estate-agent-to-find-rentals-in-toronto\"><strong>Use a Local Real Estate Agent to Find Rentals in Toronto<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the best decisions you can make when looking for an apartment in Toronto is to <a href=\"https:\/\/prepareforcanada.com\/housing\/settlement-journey\/arrival\/working-with-a-real-estate-agent-in-canada-to-find-rental-housing\">enlist the services of a local real estate agent<\/a>. They will have an inside track on listings that are coming up and can help you quickly narrow down your search based on budget, location preferences, type of housing, and other factors of importance to you. However, it&#8217;s best to connect with a real estate agent only when you are in Toronto.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Finding an apartment in Toronto for rent can be a challenge. And, it\u2019s even more challenging when you are looking from abroad. But, when you use this information to research the rental market before you arrive, it will help you to find the perfect Toronto rental when you arrive!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:24px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-theme-off-white-background-color has-background\">\ud83d\udc49 Want to start your search for a Toronto rental? 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