Rent data for Scarborough
Compare rents in Scarborough using public CMHC data, Rentals.ca market listings, and anonymous submissions from renters who live here.
Scarborough rents are 18% below the Toronto average.
Scarborough is Toronto's most affordable major district, offering significantly lower rents than the downtown core while still connected by the Bloor-Danforth subway.
Estimated fair rent in Scarborough
| Unit type | Estimated range / mo | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,250 to $1,700 | Baseline |
| 1 bedroom | $1,650 to $2,300 | Limited |
| 2 bedroom | $2,150 to $2,950 | Limited |
| 3 bedroom | $2,700 to $3,700 | Limited |
| 3+ bedroom | $3,300 to $4,550 | Limited |
Ranges combine CMHC Rental Market Survey, Rentals.ca market listings, and anonymous renter submissions. Confidence rises as more renters in Scarborough submit. Last updated April 2026.
Privacy comes first. We never collect your name or email and we never display individual rent submissions on this page. The numbers above are aggregated ranges across many anonymous submissions. Read the privacy policy.
Are rents in Scarborough high or low?
Scarborough rents run 18% below the Toronto average for comparable units. Rents are well below the city average, making Scarborough one of Toronto's best value options.
Sitting below the Toronto average does not automatically make a unit a bargain. Older buildings, fewer amenities, or a longer commute can all explain a lower rent, so it is worth weighing what you give up alongside what you save.
Help build better data for Scarborough
Scarborough has growing local data with 10 recent submissions. Confidence improves as more renters submit. Anonymous submissions make the Scarborough benchmark sharper for the next renter who lands here.
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Data sources
This page combines three sources, in order of how much weight each carries once enough local data exists:
- Anonymous renter submissions. Real rents reported by renters in Scarborough.
- CMHC Rental Market Survey. Annual data covering purpose-built rentals.
- Rentals.ca market listings. Used for market context. Listings show asking rents, not necessarily signed rents.
Results are grouped by neighbourhood and unit type. Individual submissions are never shown publicly.
Before renting in Scarborough
- Huge district, rents and commute times vary dramatically. Kennedy and Warden stations are the only subway connections; everything further east relies on buses or the future LRT.
- Most stock is older apartment towers from the 1960s-70s, many rent-controlled. Confirm what utilities are included, older buildings often roll heat and water into rent.
- Bluffs, parks, and waterfront access are real lifestyle wins for families. Trade-off is a car-dependent daily life unless you're near the subway corridor.
- Compare by unit type. Bachelor, 1 bedroom, and 2 bedroom rents vary widely in Scarborough. Use the snapshot table above for the right benchmark.
- Check what is included. A unit at the top of the range may include heat, water, or parking. A bare unit at the same price is more expensive in practice.
- Ask about parking. Indoor parking can add $100 to $250 per month depending on the building.
- Compare building age and condition. A renovated unit in a newer building often rents above the neighbourhood range.
- Ask about rent increase rules. In Ontario, units first occupied before November 15, 2018 are rent controlled at the provincial guideline. Newer units are exempt between tenancies.
- Compare asking rent with reported rent. Listing sites show asking rents. Anonymous submissions help show what renters report paying.
FAQ for renters in Scarborough
What is the average rent in Scarborough?
The estimated fair range for a 1 bedroom in Scarborough is $1,850 to $2,100 per month, based on CMHC data and Rentals.ca market listings. Scarborough rents run 18% below the Toronto average for comparable units. See the snapshot table above for all unit types.
Is Scarborough more expensive than the rest of Toronto?
Scarborough rents run 18% below the Toronto average for comparable units. Rents are well below the city average, making Scarborough one of Toronto's best value options. Use this as a benchmark, not a final appraisal. Building age, condition, floor, and included amenities affect individual rents.
How does FairRent calculate rent benchmarks?
We combine public CMHC Rental Market Survey data, Rentals.ca market listing data, and anonymous renter submissions. CMHC data is comprehensive but lags. Listings show asking rents. Anonymous submissions show what renters report paying. The blend gets more accurate as more renters contribute.
Is my rent submission anonymous?
Yes. We do not collect your name, email, address, phone, or IP. We store only your neighbourhood, unit type, monthly rent, move-in year, city, and whether parking or utilities are included. There is no way to trace a submission back to a person.
Does FairRent show my exact address?
No. We never display individual rent submissions publicly. We only show grouped data: ranges, medians, and confidence labels by neighbourhood and unit type. Your submission becomes one of many anonymous data points feeding the neighbourhood benchmark.
Why should I submit my rent in Scarborough?
The data improves when more renters contribute. Your submission makes the Scarborough benchmark better for the next renter checking their rent here. Submission takes about a minute and stays anonymous. Scarborough has growing local data with 10 recent submissions. Confidence improves as more renters submit.
How often is this page updated?
Last updated April 2026. CMHC data is refreshed annually each fall. Rentals.ca data updates monthly. Anonymous renter submissions feed in continuously. Submissions older than two years are excluded so the benchmark stays current.
What if there is not enough data for Scarborough?
When local submissions are limited, the estimate relies primarily on CMHC and Rentals.ca data adjusted for Scarborough. Confidence labels in the table make this clear. The more renters in Scarborough submit, the stronger the local benchmark gets.
Is this legal or financial advice?
No. FairRent provides market estimates for information only. Results are not professional appraisals, legal opinions, or official determinations. For rent disputes or formal proceedings, consult a licensed paralegal or your provincial tenant rights organization.
FairRent Canada · Toronto Rent Calculator · Scarborough rent data. Sources: CMHC Rental Market Survey, Rentals.ca market listings, anonymous renter submissions. Results are estimates only. Not legal, financial, or real estate advice. Last updated April 2026.