By no means are there lofts currently for sale in all of these buildings. In fact most of them are not currently available. This list of Toronto lofts is meant to inform and illustrate only, to show the wide variety of soft loft buildings in Toronto. If you know of any that are not listed here, please email us and we would be more than happy to add your contribution.

Call Laurin at 416-388-1960 or or email him today if you are interested in any of these Toronto soft lofts! Please be sure to let us know if you think a loft is missing.

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2 Ossington Lofts – 2 Ossington Avenue 2 Ossington Lofts is a small project, housing only 18 new soft loft units, nine of which are 2-story lofts, and nine 1-story lofts. Common areas are kept to minimum to reduce maintenance fees, and retail space at grade gives the building life and color. The top two floors of 2 Ossington Lofts will contain nine units, ranging from 900 to 1,156 square feet. Each will have a two-storey plan with a large terrace off the master suite. To cater to first-time buyers, the builder is offering nine suites on the second floor between 416 and just under 700 square feet. Email or phone 416-388-1960 today if this building interests you.

20 Stewart Lofts – 20 Stewart Street 20 Stewart is home to only 59 soft lofts complete with soaring exposed concrete ceilings, floor-to-ceiling glass, pre-finished engineered hardwood or polished concrete floors throughout, and an urban boutique hotel-style lobby and corridors. The Stewart Lofts feature exposed brick and concrete, hardwood flooring, 9 ft. ceilings, floor to ceiling windows, concrete mushroom beams, concrete ceiling, exposed metal piping, drop down sliding doors, movable kitchen islands with built-in wine racks and granite counters. Two storey lofts are on the 7th floor and are complemented with huge open terraces. Maintenance fees are low. There is no concierge or amenities. Email or phone 416-388-1960 today if this building interests you.

29th Street Lofts – 3400 Lake Shore Boulevard The 29th Street Lofts were completed around 2005 by Eden Oak in the Etobicoke community of Long Branch on the western lake shore. It is a townhouse-style complex with one and two storey lofts. On the west side of Toronto, 29th Street Lofts are part of the revitalization of Lake Shore Boulevard in the historic Mimico district. Stainless steel fixtures, laminate flooring, contemporary cabinetry and countertops highlight the interior of these new soft lofts. Email or phone 416-388-1960 today if this building interests you.

66 Portland Lofts – 66 Portland Street 66 Portland is a nine storey modern boutique soft loft building offering eighty-five stylish lofts in the fashion/entertainment district of Toronto. The location is steps to Victoria Memorial Park, theaters, restaurants designer boutiques and night spots. The lofts of 66 Portland feature floor to ceiling windows, ten foot exposed concrete ceilings, hardwood or polished concrete floors, large balconies and terraces with great views, spa like bathrooms and exposed concrete columns with flared capitals. Email or phone 416-388-1960 today if this building interests you.

517 Kingston Road Lofts – 517 Kingston Road Soft lofts near The Beach, on Kingston Road west of Main, built around 1995. This unassuming building contains only 8 lofts, 4 single-level units on the main floor and 4 multi-storey lofts above. Each is amazing and range from 1,000-1,200+ square feet. Ceilings range from 8 feet up to 23 feet in some spots. They all have wood floors, gas fireplaces and open kitchens. Upper level lofts have huge roof terraces with views of the lake and the lower units have private patios. I remember when I was the only guy who had ever heard of this place! Email or phone 416-388-1960 today if this building interests you.

Six50 King – 650 King Street West Six50 will feature an 11-storey building on King Street and a 16-floor high-rise on Bathurst Street. The two buildings will be joined with lobby and an underground garage. There will be a central courtyard, and two entrances into the community from both main streets. The chic suites consist of one and two storey loft spaces, 6 uniquely designed townhomes and lusciously landscaped terraces. Sizes range from 600 to over 2,000 square feet in 1 bedroom, 1 bedroom + den, 2 bedrooms, 2 bedrooms + den, 3 bedrooms, and penthouse suite layouts. Each loft has 9′ or 10′ ceilings, pre-engineered hardwood floors, Euro-style kitchens and stone countertops. Floor to ceiling windows provide unobstructed views of the city skyline. Email or phone 416-388-1960 today if this building interests you.

Abbey Lane Lofts – 261 King Street East The Abbey Lane Lofts are a boutique loft building of only 6 storeys and 26 lofts ranging in size from 600 square feet to 2,200 square feet. Abbey Lane Lofts is an attractive building with a façade that steps back from King East to provide many terraces and blend seamlessly with its historic surroundings. The lofts have generous room sizes, with soaring ceilings and floor to ceiling windows. Impressive 2 storey lofts on the upper levels have over-sized terraces with gas BBQ hookups that have spectacular views facing either north or south. Email or phone 416-388-1960 today if this building interests you.

Absolute Lofts – 77 Lombard Street Built by Intracorp and completed in 2000. The Absolute Lofts have one & two bed room suites ranging from 700 – 1,500 square feet. Parking is underground and many upgraded suites offer hardwood floors, slate and granite finishes and gas fireplaces. All lofts have a mezzanine, there are common rooftop gardens that is landscaped and great views! Most suites have balconies and are very modern chic living spaces. Amenities include: 24 hour concierge, card access security system, modern fitness facility, modern spa, a library and a party room. Email or phone 416-388-1960 today if this building interests you.

Bloor West Lofts – 1396 Bloor Street West The Bloor West Lofts are 64 New York-style multi-level lofts in the heart of Toronto’s west end. The Bloor West Lofts are a hybrid of two very popular housing styles, the urban loft and city townhome. By designing from the ground-up, the architect had flexibility to design the perfect unit. The lofts are multi-level, have 10 foot ceilings on the main floor, have at least two bedrooms – and each loft offers a full roof deck. It’s a townhome that looks like a loft. Located in Toronto’s newly vibrant west end, we have offered our clients an affordable home just minutes from the subway. This project was completed in 2003. Email or phone 416-388-1960 today if this building interests you.

Bohemian Embassy Lofts – 1171 Queen Street West Fast becoming a major new fixture in the West Queen West neighbourhood, the Bohemian Embassy Lofts were completed in 2011. It is a massive structure containing 345 units in a nine-storey mid-rise building and a 19-storey tower. Amenities include an executive concierge, underground parking and a co-ed fitness centre. Bohemian Embassy offers 345 suites, including a number of attractive flats and two-storey lofts. Every unit has a patio, balcony, or terrace, some up to 20 feet long and five feet deep. Suites range from 475-square-foot one-bedrooms to one-bedroom-plus- dens, two-bedrooms, and expansive two-storey two-bedroom-plus-den lofts. Email or phone 416-388-1960 today if this building interests you.

Camden Lofts – 29 Camden Street Easily the best new loft in Toronto, looks just like a conversion, my favourite soft loft. The Camden Lofts were created with the traditional style of loft in mind featuring heights of 10 feet with exposed concrete walls and sealed concrete floors. There are 59 units all with huge industrial style windows and suspended spiral ducts. Suites have concrete floors, concrete ceilings, and concrete walls for soundproofing. Industrial hardware serving as lights and door handles is a common interior finishes. Floors 2 to 6 have one and two bedroom suites ranging from 683 square feet to 1,200 square feet. Floors 7 and 8 have terraces. Email or phone 416-388-1960 today if this building interests you.

Charlotte Lofts – 36 Charlotte Street The Charlotte Lofts is an intimate 13 storey, 63 unit, loft style condominium building located among downtown Toronto’s best restaurants, theatres and nightspots in the vibrant King and Spadina district. Designed by Core Architects, one of Toronto’s leading architectural firms, each suite features huge floor to ceiling windows, private balconies and high ceilings. The first through sixth floors offer single level lofts, while the seventh floor and up are two level lofts. Along with private underground parking, rooftop common room and spectacular outdoor patio space, the Charlotte Lofts is a truly unique building. Email or phone 416-388-1960 today if this building interests you.

Chelsea Lofts – 1375 Dupont Street This newer, seven-storey modern glass building is known as the Chelsea Lofts. Completed in 2006, this soft loft building has 69 units that range in price, but most are very affordable. The Chelsea Lofts have a very urbane, contemporary design with units boasting nine-foot ceilings and large, warehouse-style windows. The building also includes three ground-level retail units. Those looking for authentic hard lofts need only head north to the Foundry Lofts. Email or phone 416-388-1960 today if this building interests you.

Cityscape Terrace Lofts – 500 Richmond Street West Modern lofts right in the heart of downtown Toronto. Spacious rooms and high ceilings let in lots of light from the large windows. Underground parking and individual storage available. Open floor plans continue right out on to the balconies for your own personal city view. Overhead lighting and hardwood flooring warm the living areas at night. In suite laundry facilities and modern appliances available. Invite friends for evening entertaining in these spacious lofts. Email or phone 416-388-1960 today if this building interests you.

Corktown District Lofts – 510, 549 & 569 King East and 52 Sumach Street Corktown District Lofts and Towns will offer a group of boutique mid-rises at King East, between Sumach and River. The buildings will rise 6-8 storeys, with elegant rooflines and stylish architectural profiles set in a modern fusion of concrete, steel, glass and brick. Designed by Quadrangle Architects Inc., the architecture of Corktown District Lofts will redefine the urban habitat by offering a modern interpretation on the traditional loft-style environment. Units at Corktown District Lofts will offer soaring 10 foot ceilings, over-sized warehouse-style windows and ultra-hip polished concrete floors. Email or phone 416-388-1960 today if this building interests you.

Corktown Lofthouses – 7 Gilead Place Yet another development that is sure to help with the revitalization of the east end. Situated between King and Eastern, construction is finally complete on these 8 “Lofthouses”. They have individual private garages with a study on that lower floor, then the kitchen / living / dining on the 2nd floor, master and second bedroom on the 3rd floor and a den on top, with walkout to a rooftop terrace. Just shy of 2,000 square feet, you can see why they can command such prices. Email or phone 416-388-1960 today if this building interests you.

Cube Lofts – 799 College Street It’s nice to see that there are still developers who are interested in creating art rather than building generic, bland towers. Cube Lofts is the perfect example of Art-chitecture. This unique & boutique soft loft not only adds flair to the already vibrant Little Italy neighbourhood, but it will hopefully encourage other developers to put design ahead of density. The Cube Lofts will features some very impressive finishes with kitchens offering hardwood flooring, Caesarstone counter tops, stainless steel appliances and signature designer kitchen high gloss finish cabinetry. Located south of College Street on Shaw Street this development has finally been built after stalling for many years. Email or phone 416-388-1960 today if this building interests you.

Derby Lofts – 393 King Street East The Derby Lofts were built as investment suites for loft lovers but have now become fully owner occupied. It has 16-foot ceilings in the living /dining areas and all units have 2 bedrooms and parking; some have terraces and wood-burning fireplaces. The Derby will remain a great investment located close to the new-trendy and happening Distillery District area. Lofts range in size from 880 to 1,100 square feet. Some lofts have open terraces and several have wood-burning fireplaces. All units have 2 bedrooms, a parking space and 16 foot ceilings in the living and dining areas. Bedrooms are essentially open at mezzanine level. Email or phone 416-388-1960 today if this building interests you.

Designers Walk Lofts – 160 Bedford Road In the heart of Designers Walk between Yorkville and the Annex, this desirable location houses 8 stylish rooftop lofts. DW Lofts is an exclusive new development that features open-concept lofts with two spacious levels. They offer the discriminating buyer a combination of private rooftop terraces, courtyards and balconies. The quaint neighbourhood view and spectacular natural light gives these elegant lofts an enchanting allure rich with intimate outdoor space. Email or phone 416-388-1960 today if this building interests you.

Devonshire Lofts – 473 Dupont Street Classic and uniquely rich in architectural and interior design, the Devonshire Lofts are conveniently located at Dupont and Bathurst, in the prime residential real estate of the Annex. This exclusive building has only 9 suites – 2 light commercial on the main floor – is perfect for professionals looking for a home in a neighbourhood with substance and potential. The Devonshire Lofts offer 1 and 2 bedroom units, some single level and some two levels, with ceilings ranging from 9 to 18 feet. Each new loft has a private balcony and parking. Some units boast wall-to-wall, full-height windows and each suite will have a gas fireplace. Email or phone 416-388-1960 today if this building interests you.

District Lofts – 388 Richmond Street West The District Lofts offer spacious one bedroom, two bedroom, and two story lofts from its’ twin towers. The 7th, 9th, and 11th floors are all exclusively two story and offer tremendous views. Suites have 12 foot high ceilings and either a Juliette balcony or large terrace. Amenities include a large courtyard with District’s trademark steel catwalks above, fitness room, party room, and concierge service. The District Lofts is located at Richmond and Spadina in downtown Toronto’s fashion district. Email or phone 416-388-1960 today if this building interests you.

DNA Lofts – 1 Shaw Street & 1005 King West Located in the King West Neighborhood, DNA’s design was influenced by the materials and look of the turn of the century King West buildings. The limestone detailing is a throw back to an era when great brick buildings defined the street scape. The tinted and sandblasted glass combines with the steel to add multiple levels of sophistication. The first thing you feel when you enter the suites is the light cascading through the enormous, expansive windows. And a sense of space as you look around the open concept layout with big spaces, full of light offering floor to ceiling windows. These are suites with urban zen styles just waiting for a signature. Email or phone 416-388-1960 today if this building interests you.

Earl Street Lofts – 21 Earl Street This is a strange little loft development, more townhouse than loft, really. But since they have multiple levels and bedrooms overlooking living areas, they can be considered soft lofts. Located just east of Jarvis, north of Wellesley. Developed by Aykler Real Estate in 2004, the Earl Lofts is a 4-storey loft style building housing 58 lofts. Most are two-level mezzanine style soft lofts ranging from 596 square-foot one bedroom units to 923 square-foot one bedroom plus den lofts. Email or phone 416-388-1960 today if this building interests you.

East Lofts – 138 Princess Street Architect Peter Clewes was inspired by the simplicity and understated elegance of East Asia when designing East Lofts. This post modernist glass, steel and brick mid rise houses 129 one and two storey lofts. The suites are contemporary in design and finishes are Zen-like. The standard features in this building exceed the upgrades elsewhere – stainless steel appliances with gas stove, stone kitchen counters, modern sink and vanity combo, pre-engineered hardwood throughout and industrial style rain head. The East Lofts is a perfect blend of serenity and comfort. Email or phone 416-388-1960 today if this building interests you.

Edge Lofts – 625 Queen Street East In a few years, Edge Lofts will be at the core of a revitalized Riverside neighbourhood, a rejuvenation that began with the development of the Distillery District and will continue with the reinvention of Regent Park and the urbanization of the West Don Lands. The 66-unit soft loft building is located at the southeast corner of Queen Street East and the East Don Roadway, on the site of a former used-car dealership. Edge Lofts provides some fantastic views of downtown. West-facing units have a completely unobstructed view of the city and higher units have a view of the lake. An indoor and outdoor rooftop amenity room offers owners that same vista. Email or phone 416-388-1960 today if this building interests you.

Electra Lofts – 954 King Street West There’s something to be said for living in the condo building where it all began, the massive boom of hip loft living that’s happening in Toronto’s King West neighbourhood. The Electra Lofts at 954 King Street West was one of the first buildings to initiate this trend, and all the while this soft loft has maintained its early appeal. All suites are 2 storey open concept layout with an open mezzanine below, giving each a feeling of spaciousness. Exposed concrete, open balcony, and hardwood floors in the living and dining room are standard suite features. Some suites have upgrades like metal railings and stainless appliances. Floor to ceiling windows flood the suites with a lots of natural sunlight. Email or phone 416-388-1960 today if this building interests you.

Electra Lofts II – 1029 King Street West Everyone knows the iconic yellow loft building on King West. Not to be confused with the original Electra Lofts just to the east, the Electra Lofts II are located in the heart of the trendy King West Village. You’re steps away from the entertainment and shopping district and the TTC is at you doorstep. The Electra Lofts II units have an urban style feel, with 2-story open concept layout overlooking an open mezzanine below. Units have 17 foot ceilings and 16 foot windows, giving you lots of natural light. Units have exposed concrete, brick accent, glass railings upstairs that overlooks the lower level. Email or phone 416-388-1960 today if this building interests you.

Fallingbrook Lofts – 160 Fallingbrook Road The latest loft project from Mitchell Builders, this step terraced, 42-unit building is reminiscent of the work of famed architect Frank Lloyd Wright. Unparalleled use of glass and natural stone accents this visually stunning soft loft building. Each unit has its own private terrace. There is maple or bamboo flooring and polished concrete in the stainless steel kitchens. Ceilings range between a modest ten feet or towering 21 foot two-storey spaces. Fallingbrook Lofts provides luxurious loft living in the midst of Toronto. Email or phone 416-388-1960 today if this building interests you.

Fashion District Lofts – 10 Morrison Street When Freed Developments and Lash Development Corp. first acquired the corner lot at 455 Adelaide Street West, they didn’t quite know what to do with it. Then a team from Core Architects Inc. came up with a unique design: an L-shaped building stretching towards Morrison Street and containing a variety of innovative spaces, including townhouses on the ground level and lofts above. Though launched as the Fashion District Lofts at 455 Adelaide Street West, that name has changed and the soft loft building has an address of 10 Morrison Street. It is the project we all knew as 455 Adelaide West, but the name is no longer the same. Email or phone 416-388-1960 today if this building interests you.

Fashion House Lofts – 560 King Street West Start with a 127-year-old heritage building, add a sleek, sexy 10-storey new loft building. What will follow is sure to redefine the height of fashionable living with an incredible modernization of space, shape and form. Freed Developments is incorporating a heritage factory with an ultra modern residential oasis. Art, design and history fused together to create The Fashion House Lofts in the heart of King West Village. The existing heritage structure will house fabulous retail shops right in the building. There will also be commercial work lofts for those who like to create where they live. Email or phone 416-388-1960 today if this building interests you.

Felim Court Lofts – 1444 Dupont Street The lofts at 1444 Dupont are truly unique minimalist lofts, one of which was even featured in the 2008 season of Big City Broker. A hidden treasure, few residential units have come up for sale since the building was completed around 2001. Lofts range up to 2,800 square feet and must be seen to be appreciated. These soft lofts feature ceilings as high as 18 feet, 360 degree exposures, walls of massive windows, and more. Some even have remote-controlled blinds! Covering two levels, these are true live/work spaces, with many artists living in the building. Main floor is commercial/industrial space. Email or phone 416-388-1960 today if this building interests you.

Five Nine on Richmond – 533 Richmond Street West On the southeast corner of Portland Street and Richmond this is a new soft loft building by 59 Developments and Core Architects. It is a 10-storey, 52-unit modern glass, steel and concrete building with soft lofts ranging in size from 471 to 2,159 square feet. It is an intimate low rise building with modern contemporary lofts. Features include 9′ ceilings, exposed concrete ceilings, hardwood floors, granite counters, stainless steel appliances, designer kitchen & baths. Email or phone 416-388-1960 today if this building interests you.

Glas Lofts – 25 Oxley Street Glas Loft ceiling heights range from 9 to 11 feet and some lofts have exposed concrete columns and walls, walkout terraces or balconies. Kitchens are contemporary open concept with high gloss or wood veneer cabinetry. Countertops are either glass or synthetic stone and backsplashes are glass mosaic or ceramic. Great location close to all downtown has to offer, restaurants, shopping, fitness centers, cafes and boutiques. Glas will feature patented lofthouse, one bedroom, one bedroom plus den, two bedroom, penthouse and a uniquely furnished hotel-style pied-a-terre lofts with features like soaring ceiling heights, huge floor-to-ceiling windows, hardwood floors, designer kitchens and bathrooms, gas cooking in kitchen and outdoors, plus stone counters. Email or phone 416-388-1960 today if this building interests you.

Glasshouse Lofts – 127 Queen Street East This fabulous brick and concrete construction houses two storey loft units. Each and every unit boasts a fireplace and ceilings soar as high as seventeen feet. Located on popular Queen Street East, the Glasshouse Lofts are visually pleasing and comfortably proportioned. Modern loft amenities such as generous kitchens, large rooms and open floor plans join the standard large windows that are the signature of loft developments. Light floods every corner of each unit through these windows and views are lovely. Email or phone 416-388-1960 today if this building interests you.

Grangetown Lofts – 61-71 McCaul Street These townhouse-style lofts are tucked away on McCaul Street, between Queen West and Dundas. These Tridel-built live/work lofts are tucked away in a gated quiet garden courtyard setting that is mere steps away from hospitals, TTC, U of T and Ryerson, the Eaton Centre, and the Entertainment & Financial District. They feature open concept living with 10 to 12-foot ceilings, exposed ducts, hardwood floors and outdoor patios. There are one and two bedroom units ranging from under 600 square feet to around 730 square feet. But they make up for there small size with terraces up to 200 square feet. Completed around 2001, they still represent good value for the money in such a great location. Email or phone 416-388-1960 today if this building interests you.

Greenhouse Lofts – 2012 Queen Street East The Greenhouse Lofts, facing onto Kew Gardens Park on the north side of Queen Street, is a uniquely designed and situated project with only 12 soft lofts, all with large private roof terraces, and most with commanding views out over the park and the Lake. All these loft residences features interior mezzanines with two storey light filled living spaces, walk outs to large private roof gardens, superior thermal and acoustical insulation, individual high efficiency gas fired furnaces, central air conditioning, fireplaces, maple flooring and a host of custom details and luxury features. Email or phone 416-388-1960 today if this building interests you.

Hammersmith Lofts – 101 Hammersmith Avenue One of few lofts in the Beaches area, and the only one not on Queen Street or Kingston Road. Joining other soft lofts such as the Waterworks Lofts, the Green House Lofts and North Beach Lofts, these townhouse-style units were built in 1985. Near Queen and Woodbine, tucked away on Hammersmith Avenue, these lofts offer peace and quiet, while being right next to one of the busiest and most popular areas in Toronto. Multi-level lofts offer 2 or 3 bedrooms with one or two bathrooms. Units can be up to 1,500 square feet, so there is a lot of room for the money. Email or phone 416-388-1960 today if this building interests you.

High Park Lofts – 437 Roncesvalles Avenue The High Park Lofts is a newer soft loft that incorporates design elements such as an enormous interior atrium allowing suites to be flooded with light on both sides. It is 120 feet long and 60 feet high and gives a cathedral-like ambiance to the building. High Park is down the street. Dundas West subway stop is two blocks north. Parkside Drive provides quick access to the Gardiner Expressway and a streetcar runs pasts the front door directly to King and Bay. Email or phone 416-388-1960 today if this building interests you.

Ideal Lofts – 301 Markham Street The Ideal Lofts are located on the southwest corner of Bathurst and College Streets. Kensington Market, Little Italy, U of T, Queen West are all within walking distance. The building was completed in 2002 and was built by Context. The Ideal Lofts are housed in a 9-story building, with the 6th and 8th floors consisting of 2-story lofts. The lofts facing south and west have large terraces or balconies, and the lofts facing north have juliette balconies. All lofts have high-ceilings and wood or laminate floors. Email or phone 416-388-1960 today if this building interests you.

Tides & iLoft at Mystic Pointe – 155 & 185 Legion Road Think that modern loft living is only reserved for overcrowded downtown Toronto? Think again. Located just 10 minutes from the downtown core, the Mystic Pointe Community in South Etobicoke is making waves in the Toronto condo market — and for good reasons. Equally renowned for their innovative approach to waterfront condo living as they are for their commitment to building two-storey lofts, Camrost-Felcorp has enhanced their reputation with the thoroughly modern and unique development dubbed iLoft at Mystic Pointe. iLoft units range in size from approximately 500 to 1,325 square feet, each complete with spectacular finishes, many of which are exclusive to the project. Email or phone 416-388-1960 today if this building interests you.

The Kings Lofts – 800 King Street West The Kings Lofts are located at 800 King Street West. It is a new style two-storey soft loft development in trendy King West, located in on the corner of Palmerston and King West. The lofts have an open space living concept, all have two levels with a mezzanine open to belo. Each loft has a balcony. Amenities in the building include exercise room, sauna, security system, sauna and rec-room. Only 8 storeys high, the ceilings reach over 16 feet. Email or phone 416-388-1960 today if this building interests you.

La Piazza Lofts – 39 Roehampton Avenue La Piazza is one of the few lofts in Midtown Toronto, located just north of of Yonge and Eglinton. All of the La Piazza Lofts are two stories and feature 17 foot ceilings in the living room, and come in one bedroom and one bedroom + den configurations. Large 16 foot high windows allow lots of natural light. The 27-unit development is comprised of two small towers each serviced by one elevator. Security is by way of enter phone buzzer. Due to the building’s small size, there are no facilities to speak of. Email or phone 416-388-1960 today if this building interests you.

Marina Del Rey – 2261/2267/2269 Lake Shore Boulevard The development was a winner in 1989 of the Urban Development Institute’s Residential Award of Excellence for ‘Best Designed Community.’ The buildings look into a central magnificently landscaped courtyard. Marina Del Rey is connected to the Waterfront Park & Marina by the waterfront promenade. Three towers make up the complex and have a total of 820 condos, many of which are two-storey lofts. Completed in 1990 by Camrost Felcorp, the buildings all look into a centrally magnificent landscaped courtyard that are privately enclosed in an enclave on 11 acres of green space terraced toward the lake. Email or phone 416-388-1960 today if this building interests you.

Market Galleria Lofts – 71 Front Street East Located just west of St. Lawrence Market, the Market Galleria Lofts is one of the best kept secrets of Toronto. Designed by the same architect as the Eaton Center, the structure has a dramatic atrium full of lush plants. The building is upscale, very quiet, (only 62 units), and is located among trendy shops and restaurants. While it may be a soft loft building, the atrium and location more than make up for it. High fees are a little scary, though. Email or phone 416-388-1960 today if this building interests you.

The Maxus Lofts – 80 Cumberland Street Known as The Maxus, 80 Cumberland was built by the Shiu Pong Corporation in 2002. It is the only loft in Yorkville. Conceived as wide loft living, the suites on the 2nd floor of this building have 17 foot ceilings in the living rooms. Above that floor units are 2 storey floor plans featuring balconies and huge windows. The building is 18 storeys with some great views from the top floors. Suites start at 812 square feet and go up to around 1,800 square feet. Many units have been renovated to the neighbourhood’s high standards and are fantastic. Email or phone 416-388-1960 today if this building interests you.

The Metro Lofts – 119 & 139 Merton Street The Metro Lofts feature two level loft style units, some with large balconies and great views of the city. En-suite laundry. Lockers. Underground parking. Maintenance includes heat, hydro & water. Located near Yonge and Davisville in Midtown Toronto. The 196 lofts range from 700 to 1,000 square feet, with some townhouse style condo units with patios, some 2-storey loft units. The Metro Loft penthouses have great views, and the whole building overlooks green space including the Belt Line trail with a jogging path through some of Toronto’s most beautiful neighbourhoods. Email or phone 416-388-1960 today if this building interests you.

Lofts 399 – 399 Adelaide Street West The original Mode Lofts is gone and in its place is now Lofts 399. Excavations began in 2008, so something might actually come to fruition next to the Quad Lofts. Cresford canceled this project after selling some of the units, due to a dispute with the city over density that apparently could not be resolved. The project was resurrected as Lofts 399 and finally completed in 2013. Units are now reselling and the finished building is interesting, with a different sort of architecture where it meets the street. Email or phone 416-388-1960 today if this building interests you.

MoZo Lofts – 333 Adelaide Street East The MoZo Lofts are an extremely cool and funky building that is located at the corner of King and Sherbourne. This building is very popular with young downtown professionals, featuring floor to ceiling windows, some 2 storey units and high quality designer finishes. Bright and airy, one and two story city lofts and penthouses feature the clean lines and urban simplicity that also characterizes the builders other award winning designs such as Spire and Radio City. Features of the one, two and the (rare) three bedroom designs include hardwood floors, high ceilings and outdoor living spaces. The building also has a 24 hour concierge. Email or phone 416-388-1960 today if this building interests you.

North Beach Lofts – 601 Kingston Road Another of Toronto’s growing segment of soft loft buildings, this development by Namara Developments was completed in 2006. Near the intersection of Kingston and Main, it can claim to be in the “North Beaches”. While some units have views of the lake, it is not really that close to the water. With ceilings at nine feet or more, hardwood floors and come concrete, the units are rather nice. Kitchens with lots of granite and stainless are sure to please. Prices are quite affordable as well. Email or phone 416-388-1960 today if this building interests you.

One Six Nine Lofts – 169 John Street This One Six Nine Lofts stands 11 storeys high containing only 46 soft lofts. All loft-like suites include 9′ exposed concrete ceilings, hardwood flooring throughout, Euro-style kitchens and large walkout terraces or balconies. One Six Nine’s location is ideal, located near the Much Music building in the heart of Queen Street West, one of the liveliest neighborhoods in the city. This modern infill loft offers high end finishes, large balconies and great floor plans. Developed by Harhay Construction, who is also responsible for other popular projects such as 32 Stewart, Zen Lofts, Abbey Lane Lofts and Tecumseth Lofts. Email or phone 416-388-1960 today if this building interests you.

Parc Lofts – 25 Stafford Street The aptly named Parc project by Lamb Development Corporation, Harhay Construction Management Limited and Niche Development, is situated right on Stanley Park, south of King Street and west of Bathurst. Literally “on the park,” this development abuts the grass of this urban green space. You won’t see that very often in Toronto, or in any urban centre, for that matter. In the hub of the action you’ll find Parc, a condo community of four two-storey ground-level townhomes topped with 94 luxury suites. Artfully designed by Peter Clewes of architectsAlliance, the east and west façades of Parc are all glass, while the north and south sides are clad in contemporary zinc panels. Email or phone 416-388-1960 today if this building interests you.

The Phoebe Lofts – 18 Beverley Street, 11 and 25 Soho Street The Phoebe Lofts, on both Beverley and Soho Street, was designed by Diamante. This award winning building is in the heart of one of Toronto’s hottest neighborhoods, steps away all your shopping, dining and entertainment needs. The Phoebe Lofts is an award-winning building located at Queen and Beverly, Toronto’s hottest fashion and cultural district. The contemporary Soho building, elegant Phoebe building and the Phoebe townhouses all built by Diamante share a common courtyard retreat. Suites have details such as 9 foot ceilings, wide front doors, marble slate, hardwood floors, open kitchens and attention to details. This five star building is a testament to quality craftsmanship and designer finishes. Email or phone 416-388-1960 today if this building interests you.

Pure Spirit Lofts – 33 Mill Street Pure Spirit offers purchasers can choose from lofts and condominiums in the brick podium and a glass and steel 32 storey tower. Suite sizes range from 450 to 1,500 square feet and offer a selection of superbly appointed suites and lofts. Take everything you’ve ever dreamed of and distill it into one incredible condominium overlooking Toronto’s Distillery District. Builder Cityscape is an award winning developer and known for their quality projects with a number of historic loft versions and restorations in Toronto, including The Movie House, The Worx Lofts, One Columbus and the Brockton Lofts. Email or phone 416-388-1960 today if this building interests you.

Quad Lofts – 19 and 23 Brant Street The Quad lofts are located in the King West district. In a neighbourhood of historic low-rise red-brick, with the King, Queen and Spadina streetcars just around the corner. Some of the city’s best restaurants, bars, furniture shops, design studios are all within a block or two away. These lofts have 9-10 foot ceilings with exposed concrete, and polished concrete floors, rolling doors, stainless steel appliances, gas cook tops, huge windows and floor to ceiling built-in storage cabinets. Some units have a balcony or terrace. There is a central courtyard with reflecting pool, 24-hour concierge, party room/lounge, exercise room, sauna, conference centre, billiards, cinema and 2 guest rooms. I like them because they are across the street from my old public school! Email or phone 416-388-1960 today if this building interests you.

Radius Lofts – 18 Merton Street The Radius, situated on an architectural landmark, above the prestigious Ethan Allen shop, just south of Yonge and Davisville is at the heart of one of the most thriving and desirable neighborhoods in Uptown Toronto. Some of the finest upscale restaurants, cafes and shops, fresh food and flower markets, clubs, big-screen theatres and the Davisville Subway Station are literally just a stroll around the corner. This is an intimate residence with a total of only 80 units. All suites are 2-level luxury lofts with 18 foot ceilings. Suites are up to 26 feet wide with floor-to-ceiling windows, many of the lofts boasting panoramic views. Email or phone 416-388-1960 today if this building interests you.

Riverside Lofts – 747 Queen Street East Only twelve lucky owners get to live in an intimate loft building right on Queen Street East, in the heart of Riverdale. While the Riverside Lofts is only four storeys tall, the developer has paid a lot of attention to the design of each suite. High 10-foot ceilings in every loft, polished concrete floors, large private balconies (with gas hookup), stainless steel appliances (including a gas stove) and stone countertops. Riverside Lofts is another soft loft development by Streetcar, featuring 10-foot ceilings, polished concrete floors, stone countertops, large windows and exposed heating ducts. The lofts also have large private balconies with gas connections for barbecues. Email or phone 416-388-1960 today if this building interests you.

Roncesvalles Lofts – 25 Ritchie Avenue Situated in the heart of trendy Roncesvalles Village, on Ritchie Avenue at Dundas Street, location is a key factor in the rapidly rising popularity of Roncesvalles Lofts. Comprised of only 37 loft residences with large private walkout terraces, balconies and garden patios, the five-storey building offers one-, two- and three-storey type lofts, ranging from 685 to 1,950 sq. ft. One-bedroom, two-bedroom, two-bedroom plus den and three-bedroom plus den layouts offer something for everyone. and you simply cannot miss the green stucco! Email or phone 416-388-1960 today if this building interests you.

Seventy5 Portland – 75 Portland Street Expect the unexpected and be open to the element of surprise and grandeur. 75 Portland has elevated creative design and architecture to a level never seen before in Toronto. It is a testament to the extraordinary talents of the brilliant team comprised of Philippe Starck and Yoo. A dramatic, one-of-a-kind condominium, located in the ultra hip fashion district of King West. 75 Portland will ignite a new wave of style and lifestyle in Toronto. Sizes range from a 503 square-foot junior one-bedroom up to a 2,116 square-foot penthouse with an 1,103 square-foot terrace. Email or phone 416-388-1960 today if this building interests you.

Sixty Lofts – 60 Bathurst and 60 Niagara Sixty Lofts is actually two separate loft buildings – 60 Bathurst with 142 soft lofts and 60 Niagara with another 30 new lofts. The interior is designed to add flexibility and creative input by purchasers in lofts that range from 491 to 1,680 square feet. Features like over-sized entry doors, gas connections in kitchens and balconies, ceilings heights ranging from 8-1/2 to 10 feet, stainless steel appliances, exposed concrete ceilings, and engineered hardwood flooring. Located at the foot of Bathurst, Sixty Loft residents are a stroll away from the Fashion & Design District, Entertainment District and Queen West shopping. Email or phone 416-388-1960 today if this building interests you.

Space Lofts – 255 Richmond Street East The name of this building is a bit misleading, since loft sizes start here from as little as 350 square feet and, as far as I know, don’t exceed 1,000 square feet. There are some really nice lofts in the building though, and the location is great, within walking distance to the St. Lawrence Market. In the two-storey lofts the living area is quite impressive with the floor-to-ceiling windows through its 18-feet height. Single storey units with their 9-feet height can hardly be called lofts. Located on the lower east side of downtown (Richmond and Jarvis), the owners at Space have convenient access to King Street East, the Distillery District, St. Lawrence Market, and the Financial District from their residence. This soft loft building was completed in 2004 with mostly 2 storey lofts with the bedroom on the upper level and huge floor to ceiling windows spanning 18 feet. Email or phone 416-388-1960 today if this building interests you.

Stewart Lofts – 32 Stewart Street The Stewart Lofts feature lots of exposed concrete, hardwood flooring, 10-foot ceilings, floor to ceiling windows, concrete mushroom beams, concrete ceiling, exposed metal piping, drop down sliding doors, movable kitchen islands with built-in wine racks and granite counters. Two storey units are on the 7th floor and are complemented with huge open terraces. Maintenance fees are low. There is no concierge or amenities. Built by Harhay construction, Stewart Lofts consist of 48 units and is only eight stories high. Email or phone 416-388-1960 today if this building interests you.

Sylvia Lofts – 50 Camden Street The Sylvia Lofts feature rolling walls that convert open space to privacy, Frasier flooring-hardwood-like for clean surfaces, expansive moving windows that open for fresh-air (but no walk-out) letting in lots of light. 50 Camden Street has a young design, very fresh and open. The Sylvia Lofts is a standard, newish soft loft built at the end of Camden at Brant street. There are less than 100 units in this building and amenities include a combined party room, exercise room, and terrace. Email or phone 416-388-1960 today if this building interests you.

Trinity Park Lofts – 901 Queen Street West Trinity Park Lofts is a unique soft loft has one of the best locations in the city. Right across from one of the biggest parks downtown, Trinity Bellwoods Park, this loft is definitely for the dog lover as well as those that love to shop! Situated on trendy shopping mecca Queen West, the Trinity Park Lofts is steps to boutique shopping, furniture stores, cafes, restaurants, and a yoga studio. This seven storey, 102 unit building blends well into the facades of the neighbourhood as well as wraps around the historical Farr House, a landmark on this trendy street. Email or phone 416-388-1960 today if this building interests you.

Twenty Niagara Lofts – 20 Niagara Street Twenty Niagara, conceived in 1996 and completed in 1998, was one of Context’s first loft projects and helped to establish the Context trademark of design innovation and quality. The loft development has won the Ontario Association of Architects’ most prestigious accolade, the Michael and V. Wanda Plachta award for architectural excellence. Twenty Niagara is situated directly on an intimate urban park and offers residents such amenities as direct-to-suite elevator access, terraces and individually customized suites. Email or phone 416-388-1960 today if this building interests you.

Waterworks Lofts – 2362 Queen Street East Housed in an intimate, 10-suite building, the Waterworks Lofts were completed in late 2001. They feature state-of-the-art wiring, fireplaces, hardwood floors and most offer a terrific view. The Waterworks Lofts are new construction soft lofts located in the exclusive Neville Park area of the Beaches, steps from the beach or fine shopping and dining. Units range from 1 to 2 storey with the highest quality finishings and incredible attention to detail. Email or phone 416-388-1960 today if this building interests you.

Westside Lofts – 150 Sudbury Street Westside Lofts are an 11-storey and a 7-storey loft building located at 150 Sudbury Street, just southeast of Queen West and Dufferin Street. The complex’s 360 suites feature concrete floors, walls and balconies. The 7-storey structure is designed by Will Alsop, who also designed the “flying tabletop” building at the Ontario College of Art and Design. Right in the heart of the Art and Design District, Westside Lofts is near transit, restaurants, art galleries, and 24-hour shopping. Westside Lofts is also registered for LEED® certification, which is becoming recognized nationwide as the accepted benchmark for the design, construction, and operation of high performance green buildings. Email or phone 416-388-1960 today if this building interests you.

Work Lofts / Flatiron Lofts – 1201 Dundas Street East and 319 Carlaw Avenue Worklofts will have commercial studios on the first and second floor, and then the third floor to ninth floors will be live/work lofts. The Worklofts project is the collaboration between two condo corporations that allows purchasers to conveniently live, work, or both. The draw to Worklofts is threefold – the live/work concept, the location, and the building itself. Queen Street East is probably the most exciting commercial and residential strip in the city, with numerous loft projects including the Garment Factory Lofts and the Printing Factory Lofts. Carlaw Avenue now has 4 loft conversions and 3 soft buildings on just one block! Email or phone 416-388-1960 today if this building interests you.

Zed Lofts – 38 Niagara Street Located at 38 Niagara Street in Toronto, the Zed building is a luxury low-rise condominium loft featuring an urban, contemporary design. On the northeast corner of Bathurst and Niagara Sts. Zed Lofts is a 114-unit, 12-storey glass building with soft lofts ranging from 686 to 1,264 square feet. Walk to the Theatre and Fashion Districts in the heart of the vibrant King West community. Floor to ceiling windows, 9′ ceilings. Email or phone 416-388-1960 today if this building interests you.

Zen Lofts – 42 Camden Street Zen Lofts is an intimate 9-storey, 35-suite building located on Camden Street, a quiet street in the Garment District. Completed in 2006 by Harhay Developments, each loft features 9-foot ceilings except for 11-foot ceilings on the penthouse level. The Zen Lofts range in size from 528 to 1,800 square feet. Some of the features offered include high ceilings, exposed concrete columns with flared capitals, oversized solid core hardwood veneer entry doors, spacious terraces and balconies equipped with outdoor lighting, water and natural gas supply. Zen Lofts are a newer, boutique loft building in trendy Queen West, at Richmond & Spadina. This soft loft is sleek and ultra modern – exposed concrete ceilings, polished concrete mushroom columns, exposed ductwork, floor-to-ceiling windows and extra large balconies. Email or phone 416-388-1960 today if this building interests you.

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There is a large segment of the building industry today devoted to building new lofts, “soft” lofts. There is nothing wrong with this at all, as people know what they are getting into from the beginning. When you go to a nouveau loft building, you are expecting to see living space on the lower level with sleeping space above, open to the lower. Usually with a large wall of windows.

Some soft loft developers are now building units that are single level, with high-ish concrete ceilings and exposed ductwork. Again, as long as you know the building you are going to is new construction and not converted, then there should be no surprises.

This might be the time to have a small discussion about the word “loft” itself. I know a lot of die-hards don’t even want the word loft used in connection with the soft variety, which is their own prerogative. But, if we look at the two most common uses of the word, we can see that both are right, in their own way.

The purist says that loft only means a raw and open space in a converted industrial type building. This is what it has come to mean more and more, thanks mostly to movies and television. But a loft can also be an upper level, one that is open to below. In my father’s house, the master bedroom overlooks the living room – and is thus a loft. My uncle’s cottage has a bedroom in the upper level that overlooks the main room, again a loft.

So either way we use the word, we are correct in it’s usage. We just need the qualifier in front, be it hard or soft. In this way can we differentiate what sort of dwelling we are speaking about.

Newly constructed lofts, or soft lofts (otherwise known as condos with high ceilings), are examples of condo developers trying to cash in on the popularity of lofts. Most soft lofts have very little character and, in most cases, the ceilings aren’t even all that high. The quality of construction can be disappointing and quite often the location is really the only selling point, since vintage lofts are usually a little off the beaten track, not in the best neighbourhoods.

By now the term loft has matured. Lofts built new from the ground up are typically referred to as soft lofts or new lofts or loft-inspired or mezzanine suites. Whether created out of an existing building or built ground up new, all lofts have certain common elements or they are not lofts.

Lofts are part of the Postmodernism movement in architecture. Postmodernism is a counter- reaction to the strict and almost universal modernism of the mid-20th Century. It embraces elements from historical building styles incorporating them without a rigid adherence to one style. It also does not as policy try to hide the structural or mechanical elements of a building but often uses these in the design.

What is a “soft” loft?

In recent years developers have built new buildings with some of the characteristics of a hard loft such as high ceilings, big windows and open floor plans. These lofts typically have a softer edge… no exposed ducts and plumbing, carpet in some areas and upscale kitchens and baths. Soft lofts have more in common with traditional condominiums than a true hard loft.

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Contact Laurin Jeffrey for more information – 416-388-1960

Laurin Jeffrey is a Toronto Realtor with Century 21 Regal Realty. He did not
write these articles, he just reproduces them here for people who are
interested in Toronto real estate. He does not work for any builders.
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