The Essex I Condos — Toronto Pre-Construction

The Essex I is a resale pre-construction condos development by Tridel in Toronto's Islington Village. Get pricing, floor plans, deposit structure and VIP a…

The Essex I Quick Facts

Project NameThe Essex I
DeveloperTridel
Address5229 Dundas Street West
CityToronto
NeighbourhoodIslington Village
RegionGreater Toronto Area
Building TypeCondo
Sales StatusResale
Storeys22
Suite Sizes654 – 2 sq ft
PricingRegister for pricing
Occupancy2004-01-01
Walk Score77
Transit Score100

About The Essex I in Toronto

The Essex I Condos is a completed condominium development by Tridel at 5229 Dundas Street West in the Islington Village neighbourhood of Toronto. The 22-storey project rises 68 metres (223.1 feet) and contains 234 suites. Architecture is by Graziani + Corazza. The Essex I Condos was completed in 2004. Suites range from 654 to 2,119 sq. ft. The location has a Walk Score of 77 and a Transit Score of 100. At 68 metres, The Essex I Condos ranks #20 by height among 27 tracked projects in Islington Village.

The Essex I is also marketed as The Essex I Condos, and listed in the developer's material as The Essex I Condos.

The Essex I Floor Plans & Price List

Floor plans, the current price list and deposit structure for The Essex I are released to registered buyers first. Request the The Essex I floor plans and pricing.

Amenities & Finishes

Location: 5229 Dundas Street West

The Essex I is located at 5229 Dundas Street West, Toronto in the Islington Village neighbourhood, Greater Toronto Area.

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About the Developer: Tridel

The Essex I is being developed by Tridel, with architecture by Graziani + Corazza.

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How to Buy at The Essex I

  1. Register early. Allocation at The Essex I in Toronto is released to platinum brokerages before any public opening, so the best floor plans and lowest release pricing go to registered buyers first.
  2. Review the price list and deposit structure. Deposit structures for The Essex I are confirmed at each release and can differ for end users, investors and international buyers.
  3. Submit a worksheet. Worksheets rank your preferred suites or lots; they are not binding until the developer issues an allocation.
  4. Sign and use your cooling-off period. Ontario pre-construction condominium purchases carry a 10-day statutory rescission period for lawyer and lender review. Freehold purchases do not.

Closing Costs & Investor Notes for The Essex I

Budget beyond the purchase price at The Essex I: development and education levies (usually capped by amendment), Tarion enrolment, utility meter hook-ups, land transfer tax plus the Toronto municipal land transfer tax, HST treatment (the federal/provincial new-housing rebate applies to buyers who occupy or, for investors, the rental rebate applies with a one-year lease), and legal fees.

Assignment rights, rental-during-occupancy rights and capped levies vary release to release at The Essex I. Confirm each in the current agreement of purchase and sale before you sign.

The Essex I — Frequently Asked Questions

Where is The Essex I located?

The Essex I is located at 5229 Dundas Street West, Toronto in the Islington Village neighbourhood.

Who is the developer of The Essex I?

The Essex I is being developed by Tridel.

How much do units at The Essex I cost?

Pricing for The Essex I has not been publicly released. Registered buyers receive the price list first.

When is occupancy at The Essex I?

Estimated occupancy for The Essex I is 2004-01-01.

How many units are in The Essex I?

The Essex I is planned as a 22-storey condo development.

How do I get platinum or VIP access to The Essex I?

Circle Real Estate provides platinum access to The Essex I, including first access to floor plans, the price list and worksheet submission. Register on this page to be added to the VIP list.

Register for The Essex I pricing, floor plans and VIP access on Circle Real Estate.

Last verified: 2026-10-28. Source: RedBricks project feed. Published by Circle Real Estate Brokerage. Prices and incentives are subject to change without notice. E. & O.E.