
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Old East York Neighborhood of Toronto, ON from $1,100 (28 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Old East York area of Toronto.


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Centennial Towers

Tiara Mansions

69 Gamble Av

205 Cosburn

240 Cosburn Ave

85 Gamble
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44 Thorncliffe Park Drive

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470 Mortimer Ave

130 Cosburn Ave

42 Thorncliffe Park

185 Cosburn Ave

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227 Cosburn Ave

246 Cosburn Ave

Essex House

Thorncliffe Park

Blair Court

The Concord

243 Cosburn Ave
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190 Cosburn Ave

9 Elmsdale Rd

22 Thorncliffe Park Dr

Hendrik's Court

Cosburn Terrace

280 Donlands Ave
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Old East York, Toronto, ON Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Old East York?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old East York Studio Apartments | $1,700 | $1,700 | $1,700 |
| Old East York 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,915 | $1,600 | $2,295 |
| Old East York 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,451 | $2,250 | $3,150 |
| Old East York 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,195 | $2,900 | $3,500 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 28 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Old East York Neighborhood of Toronto, ON.
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Cheapest Available Old East York Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Old East York area of Toronto, ON is a 1 Bed unit found at Tiara Mansions priced from $1,600. 2&4 Milepost has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,700. Here are the most affordable Old East York apartments for rent in Toronto, ON:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tiara Mansions | Jr 1 - 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
| 2&4 Milepost | Bachelor | Studio,1BA | $1,700 |
| Centennial Towers | Jr. 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
| 42 Thorncliffe Park | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
| 53 Thorncliffe Park Drive | One Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1,849 |
| 240 Cosburn Ave | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,849 |
| Rideau Towers | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| Milepost Manor | 1 Bedroom(s) and 1 Bathroom(s) | 1BR,1BA | $2,029 |
| 44 Thorncliffe Park Drive | 2 bedroom, one bathroom, with balcony | 2BR,1BA | $2,397 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Old East York, ON
As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Old East York area is the $2.42 price per square foot 3 Beds, 2 baths Model at Rideau Towers in the in the Old East York neighborhood starting from $3,190. The second greatest value Old East York apartment is the One Bedroom Apartment Model at 53 Thorncliffe Park Drive starting at $1,849 with a $1.92 price per square foot in the Old East York neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Old East York apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rideau Towers | 3 Beds, 2 baths | 3BR,2BA | $2.42 |
| 53 Thorncliffe Park Drive | One Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| Tiara Mansions | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.34 |
| 44 Thorncliffe Park Drive | 2 bedroom, one bathroom, with balcony | 2BR,1BA | $2.93 |
| 42 Thorncliffe Park | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.40 |
| Milepost Manor | 1 Bedroom(s) and 1 Bathroom(s) | 1BR,1BA | $2.99 |
| 240 Cosburn Ave | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.82 |
| Centennial Towers | Jr. 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.69 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Old East York Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Old East York Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Old East York Apartment is $1,600 at Tiara Mansions.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Old East York Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Old East York is starting from $2,200 at Tiara Mansions.
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