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Investment Highlights

  • Prime King Street East location in Toronto’s historic Corktown neighbourhood
  • Excellent street frontage, visibility and exposure along King Street East
  • Suitable for investors, entrepreneurs and owner-users
  • Steps from the Distillery District and minutes from St. Lawrence Market
  • Mixed-use commercial property offering multiple ownership and investment strategies
  • Surrounded by significant residential density, new condominium development, restaurants, retail and neighbourhood amenities

Executive Summary

A rare opportunity to acquire a prominent mixed-use commercial property along King Street East in the heart of Toronto's historic Corktown neighbourhood. Strategically positioned near King and Parliament, the property sits at the convergence of Corktown, the Distillery District, St. Lawrence Market and Toronto's rapidly evolving eastern downtown core.The property offers excellent exposure along one of the city's most recognizable east-west corridors, surrounded by established residential neighbourhoods, ongoing condominium development, restaurants, retail, employment and some of Toronto's most popular cultural destinations.Adding to its long-term investment appeal is the future Distillery District Station on the Ontario Line, currently under construction nearby at King Street East and Berkeley Street. The surrounding area is planned for significant transit-oriented intensification, bringing thousands of additional residents, improved transit connectivity and increased pedestrian activity to an already dynamic neighbourhood.With strong street presence, commercial income potential and flexibility for a variety of ownership strategies, the property presents an attractive opportunity for an investor, entrepreneur or owner-user seeking a foothold in Downtown Toronto.Character commercial properties of this scale and location are increasingly difficult to acquire. Whether positioned as a long-term income-producing investment, an owner-occupied business location or an asset benefiting from continued neighbourhood growth and major transit investment, this is a compelling opportunity to invest in one of Downtown Toronto's most strategically located and evolving districts.

Property Facts

Sale Type
Investment or Owner User
Property Type
Retail
Property Subtype
Storefront Retail/Residential
Building Size
2,045 SF
Building Class
C
Year Built
1968
Price
$1,699,999 CAD
Price Per SF
$831.30 CAD
Percent Leased
50%
Tenancy
Multiple
Building Height
2 Stories
Building FAR
2.14
Lot Size
0.02 AC
Zoning
CR - CR 2.5 (c2.5; r2.0) SS2 (x340)
Frontage
16’ on King Street East

Space Availability

  • Space
  • Size
  • Space Use
  • Position
  • Available
  • 1st Floor
  • 715 SF
  • Retail
  • -
  • Now

Position your business in the heart of one of Downtown Toronto's most dynamic and rapidly evolving neighbourhoods. Prominently located near the high-traffic intersection of King Street East and Parliament Street in Corktown, 398 King Street East offers exceptional street presence, visibility and accessibility in a thriving mixed-use commercial district.Situated just north of the Distillery District and surrounded by established residential communities, new development, restaurants, retail and neighbourhood amenities, the property benefits from a strong and growing customer base. Continued investment and intensification throughout the King East corridor, together with proximity to future rapid transit infrastructure, further enhances the long-term appeal of this sought-after location.The space is particularly well suited to hair, beauty and wellness-oriented businesses, including hair salons, nail studios, beauty boutiques, skincare concepts and related personal-care uses. An existing medical aesthetics business located within the property provides the opportunity to create a complementary beauty and wellness destination, offering potential cross-traffic and natural synergy between businesses.An excellent opportunity for an operator looking to establish or expand their brand in a highly visible Downtown Toronto location where strong demographics, neighbourhood growth and accessibility come together.

Space Size Space Use Position Available
1st Floor 715 SF Retail - Now

1st Floor

Size
715 SF
Space Use
Retail
Position
-
Available
Now

1st Floor

Size 715 SF
Space Use Retail
Position -
Available Now

Position your business in the heart of one of Downtown Toronto's most dynamic and rapidly evolving neighbourhoods. Prominently located near the high-traffic intersection of King Street East and Parliament Street in Corktown, 398 King Street East offers exceptional street presence, visibility and accessibility in a thriving mixed-use commercial district.Situated just north of the Distillery District and surrounded by established residential communities, new development, restaurants, retail and neighbourhood amenities, the property benefits from a strong and growing customer base. Continued investment and intensification throughout the King East corridor, together with proximity to future rapid transit infrastructure, further enhances the long-term appeal of this sought-after location.The space is particularly well suited to hair, beauty and wellness-oriented businesses, including hair salons, nail studios, beauty boutiques, skincare concepts and related personal-care uses. An existing medical aesthetics business located within the property provides the opportunity to create a complementary beauty and wellness destination, offering potential cross-traffic and natural synergy between businesses.An excellent opportunity for an operator looking to establish or expand their brand in a highly visible Downtown Toronto location where strong demographics, neighbourhood growth and accessibility come together.

Exceptionally walkable
100/100
Fairly drivable
40/100
Exceptional public transit
100/100
Exceptionally bikeable
90/100

Nearby Major Retailers

SoulCycle
CrossFit
9Round
Oxygen Yoga & Fitness
Tim Hortons
No Frills
Scotiabank
National Bank
Royal Bank of Canada
CIBC
  • Listing ID: 41825312

  • Date on Market: 2026-08-20

  • Last Updated:

  • Address: 398 King St E, Toronto, ON M5A 1K9

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