705-15 Richardson Street, Toronto, ON

Waterfront Communities C1, Toronto · MLS® C13819200

$490,000
For Sale
Listed 27 days agoNo offer date stated
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1Bedrooms
1Bathrooms
0Parking
0-499Sq ft

About this home

In short

  • Live by the Lake in Style at Empire Quay HouseWelcome to Unit 705 a bright and modern 1-bedroom suite perfectly positioned where downtown Toronto meets the waterfront.
  • This thoughtfully designed condo features a sleek open-concept layout with a contemporary kitchen, stainless steel appliances, in-suite laundry, brand-new blinds, and...
  • Enjoy a lifestyle of convenience and luxury with exceptional building amenities including a 24-hour concierge, state-of-the-art fitness centre, yoga and meditation...
  • With a Walk Score of 92 and a perfect Transit Score of 100, commuting is effortless whether by streetcar, subway, or nearby highway access.

Live by the Lake in Style at Empire Quay HouseWelcome to Unit 705 a bright and modern 1-bedroom suite perfectly positioned where downtown Toronto meets the waterfront. This thoughtfully designed condo features a sleek open-concept layout with a contemporary kitchen, stainless steel appliances, in-suite laundry, brand-new blinds, and a private balcony offering a serene escape.Enjoy a lifestyle of convenience and luxury with exceptional building amenities including a 24-hour concierge, state-of-the-art fitness centre, yoga and meditation studios, co-working lounge, and an expansive rooftop terrace with BBQs and stunning city views.Just steps from Sugar Beach, St. Lawrence Market, Scotiabank Arena, George Brown College, and a host of dining, shopping, and entertainment options. With a Walk Score of 92 and a perfect Transit Score of 100, commuting is effortless whether by streetcar, subway, or nearby highway access. An ideal choice for professionals, students, or anyone seeking stylish urban living in one of Toronto most vibrant neighbourhoods.

Key facts

Property type
Condo Apartment, Apartment
MLS®
C13819200
Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
1
Size
0-499 sq ft
Cross streets
Queens Quay E / Richardson St
Parking
0 parking
Basement
None
Heating
Forced Air
A/C
Central Air
Exterior
Aluminum Siding, Concrete
Foundation
Concrete
Roof
Flat
Maintenance
$322/mo
Exposure
East
Days on market
27
Listing brokerage
RE/MAX REALTRON REALTY INC.

Rooms

FoyerFlat2.23 × 1.80 m

laminate · 3 pc bath · combined w/laundry

KitchenFlat3.18 × 1.63 m

quartz counter · backsplash · b/i appliances

Living RoomFlat4.19 × 3.00 m

w/o to terrace · east view · combined w/dining

Primary BedroomFlat3.91 × 2.44 m

laminate · closet

Dining RoomFlat4.19 × 3.00 m

east view · window · combined w/kitchen

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The assigned public school is Queen Alexandra Middle School. EQAO is only one input, and families here also look at French Immersion, boundary, and private options, the full breakdown is below.

Neighbourhood & location

Waterfront Communities C1, Toronto, ON

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Schools & catchmentAssigned attendance-boundary schools, with EQAO results

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.

Street view near Dundas Junior Public School
59%
Dundas Junior Public SchoolPublic · Elementary · 2.5 km awayBelow the GTA average · 59% meet the provincial standard
Also nearby: 12 more schools within 2.5 km
Downtown Alternative School · Public elementary0.4 km
Market Lane Junior and Senior Public School · Public elementary0.6 km · 74% at standard
St Paul Catholic School · Catholic elementary1.3 km · 62% at standard
St Michael's Choir (Jr) School · Catholic elementary1.4 km · 98% at standard
St Michael's Choir (Sr) School · Catholic secondary1.4 km · 98% at standard
Nelson Mandela Park Public School · Public elementary1.6 km · 47% at standard
Lord Dufferin Junior and Senior Public School · Public elementary1.8 km · 55% at standard
Contact Alternative School School · Public secondary2.0 km
Sprucecourt Junior Public School · Public elementary2.2 km · 59% at standard
Bishop Macdonell Catholic School · Catholic elementary2.2 km · 82% at standard
Jean Lumb Public School · Public elementary2.2 km · 73% at standard
Church Street Junior Public School · Public elementary2.3 km · 73% at standard

Not the assigned catchment: schools a family here could reach, with EQAO results where published.

Affordability & Mortgage

Affordability
$2,233/mo
$105KIncome needed
4.7×Price ÷ income
$515Weekly cost
$12,550Land transfer tax, one-time (Ontario + Toronto)
20% down4.79%25-yr amortization

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.

78%mortgage
Mortgage $2,233Estimated property tax $306Condo fee $322Total carry $2,862

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Your numbers

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4.49%
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Live rate from Ratehub.ca

Conventional (20%+ down). Best insured 5-year fixed 4.34% via Ratehub.ca (as of October 20, 2026); conventional rates run a little higher.

years
years (your rate-locked period)
$2,167per month

Mortgage amount $392,000 · 4.49% over 25 years

$98,000Down payment (20.0%)
$392,000Loan before insurance
$0CMHC premium
$2,796Total monthly cost

Total monthly cost

Mortgage payment (monthly equivalent)
$2,167
Estimated property tax
$306
Condo / maintenance fees
$322
Heating
$0
Estimated monthly cost
$2,796

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One-time closing costs

Ontario land transfer tax
$6,275
Toronto municipal land transfer tax
$6,275
Estimated closing costs
$12,550

Plus your down payment of $98,000. Legal fees, title insurance, and adjustments are extra and vary by deal.

Mortgage stress test

6.49%Qualifying rate
$2,623/monthPayment at the qualifying rate

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

$258,231Total interest paid
$650,231Total of all payments
Principal $392,000 Interest $258,231
YearPrincipalInterestBalance
1$8,748$17,261$383,252
2$9,145$16,864$374,107
3$9,560$16,449$364,547
4$9,994$16,015$354,553
5$10,448$15,561$344,105
6$10,922$15,087$333,182
7$11,418$14,591$321,764
8$11,937$14,072$309,827
9$12,479$13,530$297,349
10$13,045$12,964$284,303
11$13,638$12,372$270,666
12$14,257$11,752$256,409
13$14,904$11,105$241,505
14$15,581$10,428$225,924
15$16,288$9,721$209,636
16$17,028$8,981$192,608
17$17,801$8,208$174,807
18$18,609$7,400$156,197
19$19,454$6,555$136,743
20$20,337$5,672$116,406
21$21,261$4,748$95,145
22$22,226$3,783$72,919
23$23,235$2,774$49,683
24$24,290$1,719$25,393
25$25,393$616$0

At the end of your 5-year term

Total paid over the term
$130,046
Principal paid down
$47,895
Interest paid
$82,151
Balance remaining
$344,105

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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.

Investor snapshot

Rental yield
Estimate$2,300/mo
$27,600Gross annual rent
3.4%Cap rate after taxes and upkeep

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Estimates only. Rent is modelled on above-grade size and local norms, so a finished basement or second suite (a separate entrance often means one) can push real rent well above this. Taxes, fees, and vacancy vary by property, and cap rate is before financing. A starting point, not a final number, let us run the real ones with you.

5.6%
Gross yield
− Property tax $3,430− Condo fees $3,869− Insurance $600− Vacancy & upkeep $3,036Net operating income $16,665

All information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. For personal, non-commercial use only. Listing courtesy of RE/MAX REALTRON REALTY INC.. MLS®/PropTx.

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