Student Rentals Building Rising in Cabbagetown
AI Article Summary
Construction of an 18-storey purpose-built student rental building at 307 Sherbourne Street in Toronto's Cabbagetown is progressing, reaching six storeys by October 2025. Designed by Superkül for Forum Asset Management, the building will feature 223 rental units catering to students from local colleges and universities. The building will include a red brick podium transitioning to a white brick tower, with its completion anticipated to enhance housing options in the area.
What This Means for Canadian Contractors
This project shows how the demand for student housing continues to drive construction activities in urban areas like Toronto. For Canadian builders, this means a sustained focus on urban redevelopment projects and opportunities for collaboration with educational institutions. The project's advancing phases highlight potential impacts on timelines and logistical coordination, including managing complex urban site constraints and aligning with educational calendars.
