1709 - 251 Manitoba Street, Etobicoke

Parking, locker, balcony, lake nearby. Suddenly renting doesn't feel so tragic. This bright west-facing 1-bedroom at Empire Phoenix gives you 565 sq. ft. of actually usable space, including a real bedroom big enough for a king or queen bed plus a desk, because "work from home" should not mean working from your couch forever. The open-concept living/dining area gives you options: dining table, kitchen island, bar table, extra storage, whatever makes your life make sense. And the balcony? Huge. With wide-open west views, lake views to the south, and on a clear day, sightlines all the way toward Mississauga. The building brings the energy too with a beautiful lobby, 24-hour concierge, rooftop terrace, outdoor pool, lounge areas, party room, sauna and a seriously impressive gym, so you may finally be able to cancel that gym membership you keep forgetting about. All of this in Mimico's sweet spot: close to the lake, Martin Goodman Trail, Humber Bay Shores, parks, coffee, groceries, restaurants, Mimico GO, TTC, Gardiner access, Costco, Queensway shops, High Park and downtown when you want it, without having to live in the middle of the downtown blender. Includes parking and locker. Available September.