Toronto Leasing Agent

Lease Your Property in Toronto

Marco Pedri – Broker | Shoreline Realty Corp., Brokerage

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Why Landlords Work With Me

A Toronto Leasing Agent Who Protects Your Investment

Your rental property is one of your biggest investments. When you lease your property in Toronto, the right tenant matters more than a fast signature. I help condo owners and landlords set the right rent, market the unit well, screen every applicant carefully and sign a lease that follows Ontario rules. Many of my landlord clients live outside the city, so I handle the details they can’t manage from a distance.

Rent Priced From Real Data

I compare recently leased units in your building and neighbourhood, not just asking prices, so your rent attracts good tenants without leaving money on the table.

Marketing That Fills Vacancies

Professional photos, a clear listing on the MLS® System and the major rental sites, and fast replies to every inquiry keep your vacancy short.

Careful Tenant Screening

Every applicant goes through the same checks: credit, income, employment and references from past landlords. Consistent criteria protect you and keep the process fair.

Ontario Rules Done Right

From the Ontario Standard Lease to deposits and rent increase notices, I make sure your lease starts on solid legal ground.

Rental Market Snapshot

The Toronto Rental Market for Landlords Right Now

Toronto renters have more choice than they did a few years ago, so pricing and presentation matter. The average asking rent for an unfurnished one-bedroom in the City of Toronto was $1,969 in October 2026, down 3.7% from a year earlier, according to liv.rent. Across Canada, asking rents have fallen for more than two years, but the latest Rentals.ca and Urbanation report shows rents starting to rise again in Toronto. When I spoke with The Canadian Press about the rental market, I noted that many landlords now offer incentives and focus on keeping good tenants instead of pushing for the highest possible rent.

Price to the Market, Not Last Year

Rents that were normal in 2023 can sit empty today. A unit priced right from day one usually leases faster and for more money overall than one that needs price drops.

Condos Still Lease Well

Condo apartments make up a huge share of Toronto’s rentals. CMHC reported a 0.9% vacancy rate for rented condos in the Toronto area in October 2025, compared with 3.0% for purpose-built rental apartments.

Presentation Wins Tenants

Clean, well-lit photos, a fresh coat of paint and a move-in ready unit help your listing stand out when tenants are comparing several options in the same building.

Step by Step

How Leasing Your Property in Toronto Works

Here’s what happens from our first call to the day your new tenant gets the keys.

01

Landlord Call

We talk about your property, your timing and your goals, and I prepare a rent estimate based on recent leases. You can book your landlord call at the top of this page.

02

Get Rent-Ready

I suggest simple fixes and cleaning that help the unit show well, then arrange professional photos.

03

Marketing

Your property goes on the MLS® System and leading rental sites, and I answer inquiries quickly so good tenants don’t move on.

04

Showings

I handle every showing, so you don’t have to take time off or travel to the unit.

05

Screening

I review each application, run credit checks, confirm income and employment, and call past landlords before I bring you the best options.

06

Lease and Move-In

You complete and sign the Ontario Standard Lease with my guidance, then I collect the deposit, book the condo move-in and hand over the keys.

Finding the Right Tenant

How I Screen Tenants for Your Property

A great tenant pays on time, takes care of your home and stays for years. A bad fit can cost you months of rent. That’s why I use the same clear criteria for every applicant and document every step.

Ontario’s Human Rights Code protects tenants from discrimination, so screening has to focus on facts like income, credit and rental history, never on personal characteristics. Following that rule protects you as much as the tenant.

  • Full rental application and photo ID
  • Credit report and score
  • Proof of income and employment letter
  • References from current and past landlords
  • Income reviewed together with credit and rental history
  • Tenant insurance required before move-in
  • Clear notes on every applicant for your records
  • You make the final decision on who moves in

Know the Rules

Ontario Rules Every Toronto Landlord Should Know

The Residential Tenancies Act sets the rules for most rentals in Ontario. Here are the ones that come up most when you lease a property in Toronto. For legal questions about a specific situation, speak with a paralegal or lawyer who handles landlord and tenant matters.

The Ontario Standard Lease

All residential leases in Ontario are written on the province’s Standard Form of Lease. As the landlord, you complete and sign it, and I walk you through each section and any additional terms your building or situation needs.

Deposits You Can Collect

You can collect a rent deposit of up to one month’s rent, usually used for the last month, plus a refundable key deposit. Damage deposits are not allowed, and you owe the tenant interest on the rent deposit each year.

Rent Increase Rules

For rent-controlled units, the guideline is 2.1% for 2026 and 1.9% for 2027. You must give 90 days’ written notice and wait 12 months between increases. Units first occupied after November 15, 2018 are exempt from the guideline, but the notice rules still apply.

Setting Rent for a New Tenant

When a unit is vacant, you and the new tenant agree on the starting rent. The guideline only limits increases during a tenancy, which is why the first rent you set matters so much.

Condo Rules Apply to Tenants

Tenants in a condo must follow the building’s declaration and rules. I register the tenant with management, book the move-in and share the rules before they arrive.

The Landlord and Tenant Board

The Landlord and Tenant Board handles disputes such as unpaid rent. Careful screening and a well-prepared lease are the best ways to avoid ever needing it.

Know Your Property

Leasing a Condo vs a House in Toronto

Every property type comes with its own details to sort out before a tenant moves in.

Leasing a Condo

Condo leases need to account for building rules, elevator bookings for move-in day, parking and locker details, and amenity access. Your condo fees stay your responsibility, so I make sure the rent reflects your full carrying costs. I also confirm the tenant’s insurance and register them with property management.

Leasing a House or Basement Unit

Houses come with more to spell out in the lease: who pays which utilities, who handles snow removal and lawn care, and how repairs are reported. If you’re leasing part of a house, we also set clear rules for shared spaces. Getting these details in writing up front prevents most disagreements later.

Full Service

What's Included When I Lease Your Property

One landlord I worked with lives in Vancouver and owns a condo in Toronto. I coordinated repairs, photos, showings and the move-in for him, so he never had to fly in. That’s the kind of hands-off experience I aim for with every landlord.

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  • Rent analysis based on recent leases
  • Advice on rent-ready repairs and cleaning
  • Professional photos
  • MLS® and rental site marketing
  • All inquiries and showings
  • Credit, income and reference checks
  • Guidance on completing the Ontario Standard Lease
  • Deposit collection and move-in coordination
  • Condo registration and move-in booking
  • Help with renewals and rent increase notices

Looking to Rent?

Searching for a Rental in Toronto?

This page is for property owners. If you’re a tenant looking for your next place, visit Rental Agent Toronto, where I help renters find the right home, prepare a strong application and negotiate a fair lease.

Client Reviews

What Landlords and Tenants Are Saying

Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 59 Google reviews

“I recently worked with Marco to lease my Toronto condo (I'm based in Vancouver), and I couldn't be happier with the experience. Marco took care of absolutely everything, from coordinating repairs to handling all the details I couldn't manage remotely.”
Chris N.
Landlord
“He went above and beyond on all fronts.”
Nansie
Landlord & seller
“We contacted him and within a week, we had seen 4 places and secured a rental. He is remarkably responsive, knowledgeable and does his research thoroughly.”
Josh P.
Tenant
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FAQ

Questions About Leasing Your Property in Toronto

For a new tenant, you can set any starting rent the tenant agrees to. The real question is what the market will pay. I look at recently leased units in your building and area to recommend a rent that attracts strong tenants quickly.

A well-priced, well-presented condo often leases within a few weeks. Timing depends on the season, the price and how the unit shows, which is why I focus on getting those three things right from the start.

Yes. All residential leases in Ontario are on the Standard Form of Lease. You complete and sign it as the landlord, and you can add extra terms as long as they follow the Residential Tenancies Act. I review it with you before it goes to the tenant.

You can collect a rent deposit of up to one month’s rent and a refundable key deposit. Damage or security deposits are not allowed in Ontario, and you must pay the tenant interest on the rent deposit every year.

If your unit is rent-controlled, the guideline is 2.1% for 2026 and 1.9% for 2027, with 90 days’ written notice and at least 12 months between increases. Units first occupied after November 15, 2018 are not limited by the guideline, but the notice rules still apply.

You can choose a tenant who has no pets, but a no-pets clause in an Ontario lease is generally not enforceable once the tenant moves in. Condo rules are different: if your building restricts pets, those rules apply to tenants too.

Yes. Many of my landlord clients live in other cities or provinces. I coordinate repairs, photos, showings, screening, the lease and move-in so you don’t need to be here.

Yes. Along with finding and placing tenants, I help landlords with renewals, rent increase notices and ongoing property management. We can talk about what you need on our call.

Ready When You Are

Let's Lease Your Property

Whether your unit is empty now or your tenant is moving out next month, let’s talk about rent, timing and the kind of tenant you want. No pressure, just a clear plan.

Shoreline Realty Corp., Brokerage
92 Lakeshore Road East #215, Mississauga, ON L5G 4S2

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