Historic Distillery District Gets 985 Condos, Curio Hotel, New Marketplace

Toronto's Distillery District is in the middle of its most significant expansion in years. This April, the neighbourhood opened The Cooperage Marketplace, a 4,305-square-foot retail space housing seven independent Canadian businesses. The addition underscores how the Victorian-era distillery complex is evolving into a live-work destination as well as a tourist draw.

New Condos and a Hotel at the Heritage Core

Two major condominium projects are now under construction on the district's edge. The Goode Condos will bring 557 units to the area, while No. 31 Condos will add another 428, for a combined 985 new homes. The projects sit immediately adjacent to the historic cobblestone streets and red-brick buildings that draw millions of visitors each year.

At 60 Mill Street, developers Easton's Group of Hotels is preparing to transform the last remaining undeveloped heritage building in the district into a Curio by Hilton hotel, the first of that brand in Canada. Construction is expected to start later in 2026, giving buyers in the area a new amenities anchor.

What This Means for Local Buyers

For anyone eyeing commercial or residential property in the Distillery District, the pipeline of projects signals a maturing neighbourhood. The Cooperage Marketplace's focus on independent Canadian retailers points to a tenant mix that prioritizes local character over chain stores, a draw for both residents and tourists.

Buyers should keep an eye on the development timeline at 60 Mill Street, as the hotel will shift the district's late-night and hospitality profile. The two condo towers also mean a larger permanent population, which typically supports new ground-floor retail, services and restaurants.

With heritage protections limiting new builds inside the district proper, most new supply is arriving on the fringes, making units at the Goode Condos and No. 31 Condos among the closest options for those who want to live within walking distance of the culture and commerce of the historic core.

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