Renting in
Maple.
A family-rooted suburban community with real Italian DNA, Canada's Wonderland in its backyard, and two GO train stations that get you downtown without the downtown price tag. If you're looking to rent in Maple, Vaughan, this is where families plant roots — and where smart renters get more square footage for less.
Maple isn't trying to be trendy — and that's exactly why it works. This is family-first suburbia done well, with wide streets, abundant parks, strong schools, and a deeply rooted Italian community that's been here for decades. The neighbourhood grew rapidly through the 80s and 90s and today carries that comfortable, established suburban character.
It's anchored at Major Mackenzie Drive and Keele Street — the original village core — and fans out into residential streets lined with detached homes, townhouses, and newer mid-rise condos for renters who want more space than downtown provides without the commute penalty.
Canada's Wonderland sits right in the neighbourhood. Vaughan Mills Mall is a 10-minute drive. North Maple Regional Park — larger than Central Park — is in your backyard. There's a reason families come here and stay for 20 years.
| Unit Type | Avg. Monthly Rent | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Studio / Bachelor | $1,750–$1,900 | Rare in Maple — mostly newer condo builds |
| 1 Bedroom | $2,100–$2,500 | Vaughan avg: $2,388 (TRREB Q1 2026) |
| 2 Bedroom | $2,600–$3,000 | Vaughan avg: $2,743 (TRREB Q1 2026) |
| 3 Bedroom | $2,900–$3,300 | Vaughan avg: $3,075 (TRREB Q1 2026) |
Source: TRREB Rental Market Report Q1 2026 (Vaughan, leased apartments). Ranges reflect Maple-area variation by unit type, age, condition, and inclusions. Average rents across the GTA were down year-over-year in Q1 2026 — renters have real negotiating power right now.
What Your Dollar Gets You
Maple's rental market offers significantly more space per dollar than downtown Toronto or even Vaughan's Woodbridge area. A $2,650 budget that gets you a cramped 1-bed downtown gets you a proper 2-bedroom with parking and laundry in Maple.
The majority of available rentals are basement suites in detached homes, townhouses, and newer condo units near the Rutherford corridor. Landlords here tend to be owner-investors rather than institutional — which can mean more flexibility on lease terms.
Most rentals include one parking spot, which is essential given the area's car-dependent layout.
Transit & Roads
Maple has two GO Train stations on the Barrie Line — Maple GO (near Major Mackenzie & Keele, the original heritage station) and Rutherford GO (further south, serving the newer Rutherford corridor). Both run into Union Station in roughly 40–45 minutes. Having two stations means more of the neighbourhood is within walking or short driving distance of a train.
There are 218 transit stops throughout the neighbourhood served by York Region Transit (YRT). Frequent routes run along Jane Street, Keele Street, and Major Mackenzie Drive connecting to both GO stations and Vaughan Metropolitan Centre subway.
By car, Highway 400 runs north-south and connects directly to the 401 and 407. Pearson Airport is 20 minutes south. Highway 407 provides a fast east-west corridor. Be realistic though: Maple is car-first. If you commute by transit to downtown, budget 60–75 minutes each way.
What This Means for Renters
Maple skews upper-middle-income — median household income sits around $93,000, well above the national median. This is a neighbourhood of working families and established professionals, not a student enclave or a transitional area.
For landlords, that income profile means they expect strong, complete rental applications. Come prepared with your full document package. Competition for quality units is real, especially for 3-bedroom townhouses and detached rentals in the $3,000–$3,500 range.
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Maple is an excellent choice for renters who prioritize space, schools, and suburban quality of life over walkability or nightlife. You'll get significantly more square footage per dollar than downtown Toronto or even Vaughan's Woodbridge area. The trade-off is that it's a car-dependent neighbourhood — if you don't drive or rely heavily on transit to commute downtown, factor in a 60–75 minute each-way trip via GO Train and TTC.
By GO Train, expect roughly 40–45 minutes from either Maple GO or Rutherford GO Station into Union Station on the Barrie Line. Add 10–15 minutes of travel time on each end and you're looking at a realistic door-to-door commute of 60–70 minutes. By car via Highway 400, downtown Toronto is approximately 40 minutes in normal traffic — longer during peak hours. Maple has two GO stations serving the neighbourhood, which is a genuine advantage over many comparable suburbs.
Most rental units in Maple are not subject to Ontario rent control. Under Ontario's Residential Tenancies Act, rent control only applies to units first occupied for residential purposes before November 15, 2018. The majority of Maple's housing stock was built between 1991 and 2005, but the relevant date is when the specific unit was first occupied — not when the building was constructed. Any unit first rented after November 15, 2018 is exempt, which covers most newer condos and purpose-built rentals in the area. Always confirm with your landlord before signing. Read our full Ontario Rent Control Guide →
Based on TRREB MLS® leased transaction data for Q1 2026, Vaughan averages sit at $2,388 for a one-bedroom and $2,743 for a two-bedroom apartment. Maple specifically tends to track close to the Vaughan average, though the limited rental inventory (90% of homes are owner-occupied) means available units can vary widely depending on type and condition. Rents across the GTA were down year-over-year in 2026, giving tenants real negotiating power — especially on longer vacancies.
Maple is considered one of the safer communities in the Greater Toronto Area. It's a predominantly family-oriented, owner-occupied neighbourhood with low transient population — factors that consistently correlate with lower crime rates. Vaughan as a whole ranks among the safest cities in Ontario by most public safety measures. As with any community, specific streets and pockets vary, but Maple has no areas with notable safety concerns for renters.
Maple's rental market is thin by volume but competitive for quality units. With only about 9% of homes occupied by renters, available inventory is limited — especially for 3-bedroom townhouses and detached rentals that families want. When a good unit comes to market it tends to move quickly. The upside is that the 2026 GTA rental market softening has reached Maple too, meaning landlords are more open to negotiation on price and terms than they were in 2022–2023. Coming in with a complete, well-prepared application package matters here more than in higher-inventory markets.