Mowat Lofts — 20 Mowat Ave, Toronto, ON Liberty Village Condos
Quick Answer
Mowat Lofts at 20 Mowat Ave is a 140-unit, 5-storey hard loft conversion completed in 2003, on one of Liberty Village's quieter residential streets. One-bedroom lofts rent from $2,180/month — among the most affordable authentic hard loft units in the neighbourhood. The building has exposed brick, original heavy timber, and a community-scale feel that larger buildings cannot replicate.
Key Takeaways
- ✓Most affordable hard loft rents in Liberty Village at $2,180/month for 1BR
- ✓Quiet Mowat Ave location away from the East Liberty Street commercial corridor
- ✓2003 conversion with original heavy timber and exceptional ceiling heights
- ✓140-unit intimate scale with strong long-term community feel
- ✓Maintenance fees are higher due to age but reflect an established condo corporation
Quick Facts
Year Built
2003
Total Units
140
Floors
5
Type
Loft
1BR Avg Rent
$2,180/mo
2BR Avg Rent
$2,900/mo
Walk Score
87/100
Transit Score
93/100
Developer: Freed Developments
Maintenance Fee: ~$0.79/sqft/month
Amenities
Industrial Heritage
Mowat Lofts was converted from an original industrial building, retaining the authentic character — exposed brick walls, heavy timber structural beams, and factory-original windows — that makes Liberty Village lofts unique in the Toronto market. Unlike "soft lofts" which mimic the aesthetic in new construction, hard loft conversions like this one preserve genuine manufacturing heritage.
The original building date of 2003 reflects the timeline of Liberty Village's transformation from a post-industrial district into Toronto's most creative residential neighbourhood. Maintenance fees at loft buildings are typically slightly higher than comparable new towers, reflecting the cost of maintaining heritage building envelopes.
Residents of Mowat Lofts should note that heritage loft construction typically means concrete slab between floors (excellent sound isolation), but original HVAC systems may be older than in recently built towers. Request the most recent building envelope and HVAC inspection reports before purchasing.
Nearest Local Businesses
Services and amenities within walking distance of Mowat Lofts.
Transit
504 King streetcar at Dufferin (5 min walk)
Walk Score: 87 · Transit Score: 93 · Bike Score: 79
Pro Tips
- 1. Mowat Ave is one of Liberty Village's most protected cycling routes — great for residents who bike commute via the Dufferin corridor.
- 2. The building's age means some units have been significantly renovated by long-term owners; always verify whether kitchen and bathroom updates are included in the unit.
- 3. Higher maintenance fees ($0.79/sqft) at this building's age warrant a careful reserve fund review — request the most recent engineer's reserve fund study.
- 4. The intimate 140-unit scale means neighbour relationships are closer and building culture more communal than in 400-unit towers.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- ✓Most affordable authentic hard loft rents in Liberty Village
- ✓Quiet, residential Mowat Ave character
- ✓Genuine 2003 hard loft conversion with exceptional industrial bones
- ✓Pet-friendly building with walking access to Brazen Head and Atlantic Ave
- ✓Small 140-unit community feel
Cons
- ✗Highest maintenance fees in its category at $0.79/sqft due to building age
- ✗Fewer modern amenities than newer towers
- ✗Building age may require reserve fund top-up for major capital expenditures
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