Which tower should you buy in?
I hear this question every week from buyers who have already fallen for the neighbourhood. Picking from the best condo buildings in Liberty Village comes down to three things: amenities, maintenance fees, and the kind of space you want to live in.
Liberty Village packs dozens of buildings into a few blocks between King St and the rail corridor. Some are modern glass towers with an indoor pool. Others are converted factories with brick walls and Douglas fir posts. Inside, they live differently.
This guide walks you through the buildings I show most often, what units sell for per square foot, what fees to expect, and where Toronto condo prices sit in 2026. By the end, you’ll know which addresses belong on your shortlist.
What Makes the Best Condo Buildings in Liberty Village Stand Out
I judge a building on four points. Management quality comes first because a well-run condo corporation keeps fees stable. Then layouts, amenities, and location within the neighbourhood.
Great amenities help but unique amenities like a bowling alley or a games room only add value if you’ll use them. Look at balconies and exposure too.
Location matters more than people expect. Units on the north side sit closer to King St streetcars and the cafes along Liberty St. Units on the south and west edges get more train noise but often better views toward Lake Ontario and BMO Field.
Is Liberty Village a Nice Place to Live?
Yes, for the right person.
Liberty Village suits young professionals, couples, and dog owners who want to walk everywhere. Old factories were transformed into offices, shops, and lofts, and new towers filled in the rest. You get grocery stores, gyms, everyday services, an abundance of cafes, and a small art gallery scene within a few minutes of your front door. You rarely need a car to shop. Exhibition GO and the King streetcar get you downtown fast and Queen St West is a short walk north.
The trade-off is density. Streets get crowded at morning rush, and the dog parks stay busy. If you want quiet, pick a unit facing the courtyard. I cover the day-to-day in more detail in my guide to living in Liberty Village.
My Top Liberty Village Condos, Building by Building
These are the buildings my clients ask about most. Each one has a different personality.
Liberty Towers at 59 East Liberty St
CanAlfa completed Liberty Towers in 2011. The 25-storey tower comes with an indoor pool, whirlpool, dry saunas, a party room with a catering kitchen, two guest suites, and 24-hour concierge. The building sits beside Bliss Condos and the Liberty TownLofts, so the whole block feels like one community.
King West Condominiums at 65 East Liberty
The complex at 65, 75, and 85 East Liberty St holds 1,195 units across three buildings. The amenity list is one of the best in the area: a bowling alley, a virtual golf simulator, a pool, and a theatre room.
I had a client, a nurse working shifts at St. Joseph’s, who picked a one-bedroom here over a newer tower with a smaller gym. Her reasoning was simple. She wanted a pool open at 7 a.m. after a night shift, and her maintenance fees included heat and water.
Zip Condos at 80 Western Battery
Monarch finished Zip Condos at 80 Western Battery Rd in 2008. It stands 24 storeys with 301 units, ranging from about 325 to 949 square feet. Amenities include an indoor pool, steam rooms, a yoga studio, a theatre room, and concierge.
Every suite has an open concept layout and floor-to-ceiling windows. Upper floors get great views of the city. Zip ranks among the top buildings in Liberty Village for price per square foot, which tells you how buyers value it.
Toy Factory Lofts Off Liberty St
If you want character, this is the one. The Toy Factory Lofts at 43 Hanna Ave occupy the former Irwin Toy factory, converted in 2008 by Lanterra. The hard loft units keep the steel-beamed ceilings, exposed brick, and original Douglas fir posts. Soft loft units reach ceilings up to 17 feet.
Amenities are lighter here, with a gym, steam room, and party room. You trade a pool for real history and, in some units, a large private rooftop terrace. My piece on hard loft vs. soft loft explains the difference.
Not everyone wants a tower or a loft. The appeal of the townhouses and stacked townhomes along East Liberty St is your own front door and more private outdoor space. They come up for sale less often, so active buyers need to move fast when one lists.
How Much Are Condos in Liberty Village?
Most one-bedroom units in Liberty Village sell in the high $400,000s to mid $500,000s. In October 2025, one-bedrooms averaged about $488,000 and the overall average sale price came in near $700,500. By December 2025, the median sat around $610,000.
Renters pay a median of roughly $2,600 a month. For more on the buying process, read my guide to buying a condo in Liberty Village.
Price Per Square Foot by Building
Price per square foot is the fairest way to compare. At Zip Condos, recent figures run from about $865 to $1,076 per square foot, depending on the layout. Hard lofts in the Toy Factory often sell at a premium for their ceilings and history. Older towers without updated suites tend to sit lower.
Always compare similar layouts. A 500-square-foot one-bedroom and a 900-square-foot two-bedroom never price the same per foot. My breakdown of Liberty Village apartment sizes and layouts helps here.
What Maintenance Fees Look Like in Liberty Village Condos
Downtown Toronto condo fees tend to land between $0.50 and $1.00 per square foot each month. Buildings with a pool, concierge, and guest suites sit toward the higher end. Lofts with fewer facilities sit lower.
Check what the fee covers. The declaration and status certificate for every Ontario condo spell this out. For example, Zip excludes hydro, heat, and water. The East Liberty complex includes water and heat. One of my past buyers nearly passed on a unit because the fee looked high, until we did the math and found it covered utilities the cheaper building charged separately. My full guide to Liberty Village condo fees goes deeper.
Are Condo Prices Dropping in Toronto in 2026?
Yes, modestly. According to TRREB, the average condo apartment price across the GTA in August 2026 was about $617,600, down 3.8% from a year earlier.
What the Dip Means for Liberty Village Real Estate
Liberty Village real estate follows the wider Toronto trend but holds up better for larger units. Two-bedroom and two-bedroom-plus-den suites keep selling quickly. Studios and small one-bedrooms, which depend on investor demand, sit longer.
Where Buyers Have the Most Negotiating Room
Small units in amenity-heavy towers give you the most leverage right now. Sellers facing a long listing period will often accept conditions or a lower price. A client last spring bought a 540-square-foot one-bedroom on East Liberty St for $31,000 under asking, with parking included.
Final Thoughts on Condos in Liberty Village
The best condo buildings in Liberty Village match how you live. Pick a full-amenity tower like Liberty Towers or Zip if you want a pool and concierge. Pick the Toy Factory if character matters more. Compare fees per square foot, not by the monthly number alone. When you search listings, you’ll see buildings marketed by every brokerage in the city, from Royal LePage Signature Realty to small boutique firms, so a local who knows each building’s history gives you a real edge.
Whether you’re buying your first condo in Liberty Village or trading up to a two-bedroom with more outdoor space, the right building makes all the difference.
I’m Marco Pedri, and I focus on helping buyers in Liberty Village find and purchase the right condo, from shortlisting buildings and reviewing status certificates through to closing day. I’m committed to honest advice, real local market insight, and guiding you through the entire process with confidence.
If you’re weighing Liberty Towers against 65 East Liberty, or wondering whether a loft suits you, reach out to your Liberty Village real estate agent. I’m happy to walk through a few buildings with you, with no obligation.
