Inspected on Nov 28, 2025
171 ST CLAIR AVE E Report
This is a 36-unit building in Rosedale-Moore Park with a RentSafeTO score of 66/100, which means needs significant improvements. City investigation data lists 28 open deficiencies across 5 investigation records.
These are City of Toronto records, not tenant reviews. Some issues may have been repaired since the latest update.
- Score
- 66
- Status
- 🔴 Needs Significant Improvements
- Units
- 36
- Property type
- privately-owned building
RentSafeTO scorecard
On Nov 28, 2025, City of Toronto's RentSafeTO team evaluated this building. It scored 66 out of 100. The City data lists 44 evaluated areas for this inspection. Scores are 1 to 3 when inspected: 3 means no bylaw violations were observed, 2 means minor violations were observed, and 1 means significant violations were observed. Items scored 0 are shown as not inspected.
Questions for the landlord
29 to ask about
These inspection items scored below 3 out of 3. Ask whether they have been repaired since the City inspection.
Fencing
Retaining Walls
Building Exterior
Exterior Walkways
Lobby Walls & Ceiling
Lobby Floors
Mail Receptacles
Parking Areas
Garbage Room
Elevator Condition
Hallway Floors
Stairwell Condition
Stairwell Steps
Handrail Maintenance
Building Cleanliness
Tenant Notification Board
Pest Control Log
Maintenance Log
Cleaning Log
Electrical Safety Plan
Tenant Service Request Log
Balcony Guards
Windows
Laundry Room
Exterior Doors
Hallway Walls & Ceiling
Interior Lighting
Chute Rooms
Graffiti Control
Scored 3 out of 3
14 scored 3
These inspection areas scored 3 out of 3 in the latest RentSafeTO evaluation.
Show 3 out of 3 scores (14)These scores are included for context, but questions are shown first.
Exterior Grounds
Storm Drainage
Exterior Storage
Intercom System
Emergency Contact Sign
Elevator Maintenance
Ventilation
Electrical Services
Stairwell Lighting
Handrail Safety
Abandoned Equipment
Pest Control
Vital Service Plan
State of Good Repair Plan
City investigation records
These records come from City of Toronto's Municipal Licensing & Standards division. Open deficiencies are shown first so you can see what may still need repair.
Investigation summary
A deficiency is a problem a City of Toronto inspector documented, such as damaged stairs, walls, windows, waste areas, or safety equipment.
- Open deficiencies
- 28
- Resolved deficiencies
- 7
City data lists 28 open deficiencies across 5 investigation records. The latest listed date is Nov 3, 2025.
Investigation status and deficiency status can differ in City data; this page shows deficiency rows marked Open first.
Flagged Nov 3, 2025
1 deficiency
Order Issued Property Standards - City file 25 249908 PRS 00 IV
1st Floor - 1st Floor: An exterior door has a defective locking mechanism.
Flagged May 30, 2025
2 deficiencies
Order Issued Property Standards - City file 25 175701 PRS 00 IV
Dwelling Unit - Bedroom: Repair(s) does not reasonably match existing wall(s)Namely, previously repaired walls are not reasonably matched with the current paint.
Dwelling Unit - Bedroom: Wall(s) not maintained free of holes, cracks, damaged and deteriorated materials.Namely, walls are cracking, deteriorated and are not paint matched.
Flagged Apr 25, 2024
1 deficiency
Order Issued Property Standards - City file 24 143628 PRS 00 IV
UNIT 208: The property is not being kept free of pests.
Flagged Feb 28, 2024
9 deficiencies
Order Issued Property Standards - City file 24 142299 PRS 00 IV
Exterior landing not maintained.
Exterior walkway not maintained.
Exterior window or skylight not maintained in good repair.
Exterior yard that is used for the parking or storage of motorized vehicles or surfaced with a material impervious to water is not maintained so as parking space marking are to be clearly visible.
The (stairs, treads, risers, guards, handrails, and/or other appurtenant attachments) and/or their supporting structural members are not being maintained free from defects/hazards.
The (stairs, treads, risers, guards, handrails, and/or other appurtenant attachments) and/or their supporting structural members are not maintained in a safe condition.
The (verandah, porch, deck, loading dock, ramp, balcony, fire escape or other similar structure, and/or other appurtenant attachment) and/or the supporting structural member(s) is not being maintained free from defects and/or hazards.
The exterior walls and their components are not being maintained in good repair.
The guards and/or other appurtenant attachments and/or their supporting structural members are not maintained in good repair.
Flagged Feb 28, 2024
15 deficiencies
Order Issued Property Standards - City file 24 142220 PRS 00 IV
An emergency contact sign is not posted and maintained in a prominent place in the front lobby or entrance to the building.
Ceiling not maintained free of holes, cracks, damaged and deteriorated materials.
Exit, public corridor or corridor is not equipped to provide illumination to an average level of not less than 50 lux at floor or tread level.
Exterior window(s) with broken/cracked glass.
Floor and/or floor covering not kept free from holes, stains, rubbish and debris.
Floor(s) and/or floor covering(s) not maintained free from trip or other hazardous condition.
Lighting in a laundry room is provided at less than 200 lux.
Previously finished wall(s) in the public area of the property is not maintained in good repair.
The electrical connections are not maintained in a safe and complete condition.
The handrails and/or other appurtenant attachments and/or their supporting structural members are not maintained in good repair.
The stairs and/or other appurtenant attachments and/or their supporting structural members are not maintained in a clean and/or sanitary condition.
The surface of a window is not kept reasonably clean
The ventilation system or unit is not kept in good repair and maintained in good working condition at all times.
The window that is capable of being opened is not capable of being locked or otherwise secured from inside the building.
Wall(s) not maintained free of holes, cracks, damaged and deteriorated materials.
Resolved deficiencies (7)
Flagged May 30, 2025
7 deficiencies
Order Issued Property Standards - City file 25 175701 PRS 00 IV
Dwelling Unit - Bedroom: Ceiling not maintained free of holes, cracks, damaged and deteriorated materials.Namely, bedroom ceiling is not free of holes, cracks, and is deteriorated.
Dwelling Unit - Kitchen: Repair(s) does not reasonably match existing wall(s)Namely, the wall where the kitchen countertop and the wall meet is not reasonably paint matched.
Dwelling Unit - Kitchen: The supplied facility in or on the property is not constructed, installed and/or maintained so that it will function safely and effectively.Namely, kitchen sink is not free of gaps ontop of the countertop.
Dwelling Unit - Kitchen: Wall(s) not maintained free of holes, cracks, damaged and deteriorated materials.Namely, wall where the kitchen countertop and the wall meet is not free of holes.
Dwelling Unit - Living Room: The supplied facility in or on the property is not constructed, installed and/or maintained so that it will function safely and effectively.Namely, window trim sash not free of rust and is deteriorated.
Dwelling Unit - Living Room: Wall(s) not maintained free of holes, cracks, damaged and deteriorated materials.Namely, wall around the window is not free of cracks and is deteriorated.
Dwelling Unit - Living Room: Wall(s) not maintained free of holes, cracks, damaged and deteriorated materials.Namely, wall to the right of the balcony door under the window is not free of holes, cracks and is deteriorated.
Inspections with no listed deficiencies (20)
Dec 1, 2025
Adequate Heat
City file 25 260852 HEA 00 IR
Nov 28, 2025
Property Standards
City file 25 259718 PRS 00 IR
Nov 20, 2025
Adequate Heat
City file 25 256294 HEA 00 IR
Nov 11, 2025
Adequate Heat
City file 25 252214 HEA 00 IR
Nov 3, 2025
Property Standards
City file 25 248632 PRS 00 IR
Nov 3, 2025
Property Standards
City file 25 248168 PRS 00 IR
Jun 3, 2025
Property Standards
City file 25 170785 PRS 00 IR
May 30, 2025
Property Standards
City file 25 167833 PRS 00 IR
Apr 14, 2025
Property Standards
City file 25 144208 PRS 00 IR
Jul 30, 2024
Property Standards
City file 24 190338 PRS 00 IR
May 29, 2024
Property Standards
City file 24 156158 PRS 00 IR
Apr 25, 2024
Property Standards
City file 24 140454 PRS 00 IR
Apr 25, 2024
Property Standards
City file 24 140450 PRS 00 IR
Feb 28, 2024
Zoning
City file 24 120144 ZON 00 IR
Feb 28, 2024
Property Standards
City file 24 120143 PRS 00 IR
Feb 28, 2024
Property Standards
City file 24 120142 PRS 00 IR
Feb 28, 2024
Property Standards
City file 24 120141 PRS 00 IR
Feb 28, 2024
Property Standards
City file 24 120140 PRS 00 IR
Feb 28, 2024
Fence
City file 24 120139 FEN 00 IR
Feb 28, 2024
Waste
City file 24 120138 WST 00 IR
Building facts
Basic details from the City registration record, including units, services, utilities, safety features, and management.
Registration details
These details come from City records and may need confirmation with the landlord or the City.
What type of property is this?
This is a privately owned rental building.
When was this building built and how big is it?
This building has 36 units across 4 storeys. It was built in 1955.
What was the RentSafeTO score during previous evaluations?
- • 2023-08-25, RentSafeTO score: 40.
Is bike parking available?
No, bike parking is not available.
What kind of windows are installed?
The building is equipped with Single Pane windows.
How many elevators are there?
There are 1 elevators in the building.
I have a problem in my apartment. What can I do?
Start by talking to your landlord or property owner. Whenever possible, submit your service request in writing. This can cover issues like plumbing problems, leaking ceilings, pests, lack of heat or water, or problems in common areas.
Landlords are required to respond promptly. For urgent issues—such as problems with electricity, gas, heat, water, or security—they must respond within 24 hours. For non-urgent issues, they have up to seven days to address the problem.
If your landlord doesn't respond or resolve the issue, you can contact 311 Toronto to create a service request. The city can then investigate under the RentSafeTO program. You can submit your request by phone, using the 311 mobile app, via the 311 website, or by email at 311@toronto.ca. For more information about service requests, complaints, and investigations, visit the City of Toronto's RentSafeTO for Tenants page.
After you report to 311, a bylaw enforcement officer may reach out for additional details, such as photos or a copy of your written request to the landlord. For urgent complaints, the city aims to respond within 24 hours; for non-urgent complaints, response time is typically 5–10 days. The officer can issue a Notice of Violation or Order to Comply. If the landlord still fails to act, the city can escalate the situation, including fines, court action, or performing remedial work with costs added to the property.
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