1605-8 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON

Waterfront Communities C8, Toronto · MLS® C14031278

$659,000
For Sale
Listed 6 days agoNo offer date stated
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1+1Bedrooms
2Bathrooms
0Parking
800-899Sq ft

About this home

In short

  • This exceptional 1+den corner unit at The L Tower delivers all four - with 840 sq. ft. of thoughtfully designed living space, an impressive size for a downtown...
  • The functional layout features a gourmet corner kitchen with plenty of counter space and ample storage, seamlessly connecting to the living area to create a practical...
  • Enjoy quality finishes throughout, including rich engineered hardwood flooring, upgraded countertops and premium Miele stainless steel appliances.
  • Residents of The L Tower enjoy exceptional amenities, including 24-hour concierge service, an indoor pool, state-of-the-art fitness facilities, sauna.

Location. Space. Light. Views. This exceptional 1+den corner unit at The L Tower delivers all four - with 840 sq. ft. of thoughtfully designed living space, an impressive size for a downtown Toronto condo. Floor-to-ceiling windows throughout fill the living space with an abundance of natural light while capturing panoramic city views from multiple exposures. The spacious bedroom features a private ensuite, while the generously sized den is ideal for a dedicated home office - perfect for today's working professional. The functional layout features a gourmet corner kitchen with plenty of counter space and ample storage, seamlessly connecting to the living area to create a practical and inviting space for both everyday living and entertaining. Enjoy quality finishes throughout, including rich engineered hardwood flooring, upgraded countertops and premium Miele stainless steel appliances. Set in one of downtown Toronto's most sought-after locations, you're steps from the waterfront, Union Station, the PATH, St. Lawrence Market, restaurants, cafés, entertainment and transit. A rare opportunity to enjoy the space of a larger home with the convenience and energy of downtown living. Residents of The L Tower enjoy exceptional amenities, including 24-hour concierge service, an indoor pool, state-of-the-art fitness facilities, sauna. One storage locker is also included. A true standout: exceptional size, corner exposure, spectacular views and an unbeatable location.

Key facts

Property type
Condo Apartment, Apartment
MLS®
C14031278
Bedrooms
1+1 (2 total)
Bathrooms
2 (1 half)
Size
800-899 sq ft
Cross streets
Yonge And Front
Parking
0 parking
Basement
None
Heating
Forced Air
A/C
Central Air
Exterior
Concrete
Maintenance
$839/mo
Exposure
North West
Property tax
$4,259 / 2026
Days on market
6
Listing brokerage
CENTURY 21 ATRIA REALTY INC.

Rooms

DenFlat3.28 × 2.41 m

Hardwood Floor

Living RoomFlat6.90 × 3.72 m

hardwood floor · w/o to balcony · combined w/dining

KitchenFlat2.96 × 2.20 m

open concept · hardwood floor · stainless steel appl

Primary BedroomFlat3.34 × 3.24 m

hardwood floor · mirrored closet

Dining RoomFlat6.90 × 3.72 m

hardwood floor · open concept · combined w/living

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The assigned public school is Market Lane Junior and Senior Public 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 C8, Toronto, ON

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Nearby neighbourhoods

How asking prices compare in the closest areas to this home. Longer bars mean a pricier market.

Church-Yonge Corridor
$567K
Waterfront Communities C1
$667K
North St. James Town
$765K
Niagara
$631K
Annex
$1.09M

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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 Market Lane Junior and Senior Public School
74%
Market Lane Junior and Senior Public SchoolPublic · Elementary · 1.0 km awayAround the GTA average · 74% meet the provincial standard
Downtown Alternative SchoolEQAO results not published
Also nearby: 12 more schools within 2.5 km
St Michael's Choir (Sr) School · Catholic secondary1.0 km · 98% at standard
St Michael's Choir (Jr) School · Catholic elementary1.0 km · 98% at standard
Contact Alternative School School · Public secondary1.4 km
Ogden Junior Public School · Public elementary1.6 km · 69% at standard
St Paul Catholic School · Catholic elementary1.6 km · 62% at standard
Bishop Macdonell Catholic School · Catholic elementary1.7 km · 82% at standard
Jean Lumb Public School · Public elementary1.7 km · 73% at standard
Heydon Park Secondary School · Public secondary1.7 km · 8% at standard
Oasis Alternative Secondary School · Public secondary1.8 km
Lord Dufferin Junior and Senior Public School · Public elementary1.8 km · 55% at standard
ALPHA Alternative Junior School · Public elementary1.8 km
Nelson Mandela Park Public School · Public elementary1.8 km · 47% at standard

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

Affordability & Mortgage

Affordability
$3,004/mo
$145KIncome needed
4.5×Price ÷ income
$693Weekly cost
$19,310Land 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.

72%mortgage
Mortgage $3,004Property tax $355Condo fee $839Total carry $4,197

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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)
$2,915per month

Mortgage amount $527,200 · 4.49% over 25 years

$131,800Down payment (20.0%)
$527,200Loan before insurance
$0CMHC premium
$4,109Total monthly cost

Total monthly cost

Mortgage payment (monthly equivalent)
$2,915
Property tax
$355
Condo / maintenance fees
$839
Heating
$0
Estimated monthly cost
$4,109

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One-time closing costs

Ontario land transfer tax
$9,655
Toronto municipal land transfer tax
$9,655
Estimated closing costs
$19,310

Plus your down payment of $131,800. Legal fees, title insurance, and adjustments are extra and vary by deal.

Mortgage stress test

6.49%Qualifying rate
$3,528/monthPayment at the qualifying rate

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Over the full 25 years

$347,294Total interest paid
$874,494Total of all payments
Principal $527,200 Interest $347,294
YearPrincipalInterestBalance
1$11,765$23,215$515,435
2$12,299$22,681$503,136
3$12,857$22,122$490,279
4$13,441$21,539$476,837
5$14,052$20,928$462,786
6$14,690$20,290$448,096
7$15,356$19,623$432,740
8$16,054$18,926$416,686
9$16,783$18,197$399,904
10$17,545$17,435$382,359
11$18,341$16,639$364,018
12$19,174$15,806$344,844
13$20,045$14,935$324,799
14$20,955$14,025$303,844
15$21,906$13,074$281,938
16$22,901$12,079$259,038
17$23,941$11,039$235,097
18$25,027$9,952$210,070
19$26,164$8,816$183,906
20$27,352$7,628$156,554
21$28,594$6,386$127,960
22$29,892$5,088$98,068
23$31,249$3,731$66,819
24$32,668$2,312$34,151
25$34,151$829$0

At the end of your 5-year term

Total paid over the term
$174,899
Principal paid down
$64,414
Interest paid
$110,485
Balance remaining
$462,786

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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$2,700/mo
$32,400Gross annual rent
2.1%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.

4.9%
Gross yield
− Property tax $4,259− Condo fees $10,064− Insurance $600− Vacancy & upkeep $3,564Net operating income $13,914

All information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. For personal, non-commercial use only. Listing courtesy of CENTURY 21 ATRIA REALTY INC.. MLS®/PropTx.

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