Floating homes are residences built on water, typically on a floating foundation. They are designed to provide a unique living experience on lakes, rivers, or other bodies of water.

Yes, there are 25 legal floating homes in Toronto. They are regulated by the City of Toronto. 24 are moored at Bluffer's Park Marina and one is moored at the Toronto Islands. A City bylaw states that no more floating homes may be built.

There are 24 floating homes at Bluffer's Park Marina in Scarborough. There is one floating home at the Toronto Islands. There are only 25 legal floating homes in Toronto.

Floating homes are distinct because they are built on water, offering waterfront living with panoramic views. They often have unique architectural designs and require specialized maintenance due to their location on the water.

Amenities can vary, but many floating homes in Toronto offer features such as rooftop decks, boat docks, modern interiors, and access to marina facilities including parking, laundry, and storage.

Utilities such as electricity and water are managed similarly to traditional homes, often connected through shore-based infrastructure. At Bluffer's Park Marina, electricity is metered individually and water is included in the mooring fee. Sewage gets pumped out from a holding tank under the floating homes a few times per year depending on usage.

Technically, yes, floating homes can be relocated, but the process typically involves specialized equipment and coordination with marina authorities. The floating homes in Toronto are not meant to be moved or sailed around like a houseboat.

Living in a floating home in Toronto offers a unique blend of urban living and waterfront tranquility. Residents enjoy stunning views, proximity to recreational activities, and a close-knit community of fellow floating home owners.

Many floating homes in Toronto are designed with sustainability in mind, incorporating eco-friendly materials and technologies for energy efficiency and waste management. However, the environmental impact can vary depending on individual homes and practices.

Floating homes in Toronto sometimes come up for rental. Rental availability can vary based on marina regulations and individual owner preferences. At Bluffer's Park Marina, short-term rentals of floating homes like AirBnB are not allowed.

There are 25 floating homes in Toronto and a city bylaw states that no more can be built.

Yes! Visit our listings page to see which homes are currently for sale.

These homes are year-round! Most people live in their floating homes and houseboats as their primary residences.

In the Bluffer's Park Marina, floating homes pay a portion of the Marina's property tax (it works out to around $700-$800 per year). Houseboats do not pay any property tax.