Gairloch Developments Breaks Ground on Purpose-Built Rental Project in Toronto’s Junction
Toronto Junction Rental Development Expands Purpose-Built Housing
TORONTO — Gairloch Developments has officially broken ground on a new purpose-built rental development at 3239 Dundas Street West in Toronto’s Junction neighbourhood, marking the company’s first dedicated rental housing project and the beginning of a broader long-term rental strategy across the city.
The development, designed by Batay Csorba Architects, will introduce a design-focused rental building that combines modular precast construction, sustainable building systems, and high-performance energy efficiency measures.
According to the developer, the project represents a significant milestone as Toronto continues to face growing demand for long-term rental housing amid affordability and supply challenges.
Purpose-Built Rental Strategy Expands Across Toronto
Gairloch Developments said the Dundas Street West project is the first of several planned purpose-built rental communities, with additional developments proposed for 1802 Bayview Avenue and 1650 Dupont Street.
The company described the new Junction development as part of a broader effort to deliver long-term rental housing that prioritizes architectural quality, sustainability, and durability.
“This project reflects our belief that purpose-built rental housing should be designed with the same level of care, quality, and architectural ambition as any residential development in the city,” said Bill Gairdner, President of Gairloch Developments, in a statement released Thursday.
Modular Construction and Sustainability Features
The building will use a full modular precast system for both the structure and exterior envelope, an approach intended to improve construction precision while reducing timelines and neighbourhood disruption.
The project will also incorporate advanced heating, cooling, and hot water systems alongside a high-performance building envelope designed to improve long-term energy efficiency.
Developers say the combination of modular construction and sustainable building systems reflects a growing shift toward more resilient urban housing models in Toronto.
Junction Location Supports Transit-Oriented Living
Located in the Junction neighbourhood, the development is positioned near public transit, retail corridors, restaurants, and established residential communities.
The area has seen continued residential intensification in recent years as developers focus on transit-accessible neighbourhoods outside Toronto’s downtown core.
Architecturally, the building is designed to emphasize permanence, material quality, and compatibility with the surrounding streetscape along Dundas Street West.
Rental Housing Remains a Key Toronto Issue
The groundbreaking comes as Toronto continues to face pressure to increase rental housing supply amid population growth, rising housing costs, and low vacancy rates.
Purpose-built rental construction has become an increasingly important part of the city’s housing strategy, particularly as governments and developers seek alternatives to condominium-focused development models.
Gairloch Developments said construction is now underway, with the project representing a long-term investment in Toronto’s rental housing market.
SOURCE Gairloch Developments
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