506-42 Thorncliffe Park Drive, Toronto, ON
Thorncliffe Park, Toronto · MLS® C12893088
About this home
42 Thorncliffe Park Drive is ideally located in a vibrant, well-established neighborhood known for its convenience, walkability, and strong sense of community. Residents enjoy easy access to multiple nearby supermarkets, local shops, cafés, and everyday services, as well as close proximity to popular shopping centers offering a wide range of retail, dining, and entertainment options. The Thorncliffe Park area is also home to a community library, parks, and recreational facilities, making it an excellent choice for those seeking both comfort and connection. Families and professionals alike will appreciate the nearby schools and childcare options, along with excellent public transit access that provides seamless connectivity to downtown and other parts of the city. With a strong walk score and transit score, most daily errands can be completed on foot, while commuters benefit from efficient TTC routes just steps from the building. This one-bedroom, one-bathroom suite features a bright, open-concept kitchen and living area with carpet-free flooring throughout. The kitchen offers a large pantry for added storage, while the unit also includes a spacious ensuite storage room, providing rare and practical in-suite storage. Heat and water are included, with hydro extra. Outdoor parking is available for $100/month. Residents enjoy the convenience of on-site laundry located on the main floor. The suite is located in a well-managed, low-rise building with only 60 units, offering a quieter and more private living environment. A well-rounded home in a connected and amenity-rich neighborhood-ideal for professionals or couples seeking comfort, convenience, and value. Please note, some photos have been virtually staged.
Key facts
- Property type
- Condo Apartment, Apartment
- MLS®
- C12893088
- Bedrooms
- 1
- Bathrooms
- 1
- Size
- 600-699
- Cross streets
- Overlea Blvd & Thorncliffe Park Drive
- Parking
- 1 parking
- Basement
- None
- Heating
- Radiant
- A/C
- None
- Exterior
- Brick
- Exposure
- South
- Days on market
- 122
- Listing brokerage
- VALERY REAL ESTATE INC.
Rooms
open concept · pantry
large window · combined w/dining · parquet
large window · mirrored closet · parquet
Parquet
large window · combined w/living · parquet
Listed at $1,800/mo, this rental is within the range of comparable rentals, on the lower side. The number above is my independent estimate of value, not the asking price.
Based on 6 similar rentals nearby, adjusted for size, beds, and baths.Median of 6 comparable active listings, adjusted for size, beds, and baths.
How I got there
Here is the exact math behind the estimate. I start from the closest comparable listing and adjust for the real differences (size, beds, baths) to land on a like-for-like value for this home.
- Closest comparable, listed at $2,150/mo
- Adjusts to $2,150/mo
That comparable adjusts to $2,150/mo; the $2,048/mo estimate above is the median of all 6 comparables, which is steadier than any single home.This uses comparable active listings, not leased-deal prices. Condition, finishes, and exact inclusions are my in-person call.
The assigned public school is Marc Garneau Collegiate Institute. EQAO is only one input, and families here also look at French Immersion, boundary, and private options, the full breakdown is below.
On location, this is a more car-dependent spot, so buyers here typically drive. Transit is limited nearby. Worth weighing if transit access matters to you.
Total price vs nearby homes. Fair value about $2,048/mo, median of 6 comparables.
What the listing highlightsThese are claims from the listing. The only way to know for sure is to see it in person, and I am happy to book you a private showing.
- Open-concept layout: modern, sought-after flow.
- Lifestyle
The closest active listings by size, beds, and price, so you can see what this home is up against.
The 5 closest of 6 active listings nearby.
See all comparable homesNot enough sq ft data to place this home on the area price curve.
Neighbourhood & location
Thorncliffe Park, Toronto, ON
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Getting around
Car-DependentA walkability read built from the amenities around this home: how close the nearest transit stop is, and how many grocery, dining, park, and pharmacy destinations fall within a 15-minute walk. It is a guide, not a guarantee. Places data from Google.
Almost all errands require a car.
Within a 15-minute (1.5 km) walk.
How asking prices compare in the closest areas to this home. Longer bars mean a pricier market.
Typical asking price of active listings of the same type, per area (outliers removed). Toronto.
Get the full neighbourhood report (schools, parks, transit & safety) →
The public and Catholic schools this address is zoned for, with EQAO results (the share of students meeting Ontario's provincial standard).
School attendance boundaries and EQAO results are Ontario government data and can change. Confirm the current catchment with the school board before relying on it.
Affordability & Mortgage
Income needed assumes a ~32% GDS ratio; weekly is mortgage principal & interest only. Price ÷ income is the home price over the income needed. Fixed reference assumptions so listings compare on equal footing, not a lending decision.
Calculate and customize your mortgage and other expenses
Adjust the down payment, rate, and amortization, and add property tax, condo fees, and heating to see your true monthly cost.
Your numbers
Conventional (20%+ down). Best insured 5-year fixed 3.99% via Ratehub.ca (as of July 18, 2026); conventional rates run a little higher.
Mortgage amount $1,440 · 4.14% over 25 years
Total monthly cost
- Mortgage payment (monthly equivalent)
- $8
- Property tax
- $1
- Condo / maintenance fees
- $0
- Heating
- $0
- Estimated monthly cost
- $9
Add your own property tax, condo fees, and heating on the left for a sharper total.
One-time closing costs
- Ontario land transfer tax
- $9
- Toronto municipal land transfer tax
- $9
- Estimated closing costs
- $18
Plus your down payment of $360. Legal fees, title insurance, and adjustments are extra and vary by deal.
Mortgage stress test
Lenders qualify you at the greater of your rate plus 2% or 5.25%. You do not pay this rate. It just shows you could still handle payments if rates rose, so aim to stay comfortable at this higher number.
Over the full 25 years
At the end of your 5-year term
- Total paid over the term
- $461
- Principal paid down
- $183
- Interest paid
- $278
- Balance remaining
- $1,257
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Estimates only, not a mortgage quote or pre-approval. Figures use Canadian semi-annual compounding, current minimum down-payment rules, CMHC premium tiers, and Ontario (plus Toronto, when selected) land transfer tax. Actual rates, taxes, insurance, and closing costs vary by lender and property. Confirm every number with your mortgage professional.
Helpful resources
All information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. For personal, non-commercial use only. Listing courtesy of VALERY REAL ESTATE INC.. MLS®/PropTx.