Thorold

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Thorold, ON

Area Guide

Set between the steady churn of the Welland Canal and the quiet shoreline of Lake Gibson, Thorold has a small-town atmosphere where everyone waves from their porch and the store clerk still knows your name. Trails weave through the greenery of Short Hills Provincial Park, and the historic downtown provides local shops and long-standing restaurants that are local favorites. All of this is just a quick drive from the bustle of Niagara Falls or St. Catharines.

Daily life in Thorold often means walking the canal path after dinner, biking over the twin locks, or catching a community event in Battle of Beaverdams Park. It’s an easy place to navigate, thanks to major highways and roads, whether you’re commuting to nearby cities or staying local. If you’d rather catch the GO train, the closest station is not far, just over in St. Catharines.

Thorold has a wealth of home choices, from modern apartments, cozy lofts, and spacious homes. Many rentals come with a bit of outdoor space, and it's not uncommon to find buildings tucked into quiet residential pockets. Every summer, the city marks Canal Days with a street festival honouring its lockside heritage, a nod to its role in building the Welland Canal, which still threads through the heart of town.

Explore the City

Downtown Thorold is full of historic buildings.

The locks are popular spots to watch freighters.

The lights of Thorold sparkle as night falls.

Rent Trends

As of November 2025, the average apartment rent in Thorold, ON is C$1,445 for a studio, C$1,751 for one bedroom, and C$1,849 for two bedrooms. Apartment rent in Thorold has increased by 3.2% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
C$1,751/month
174 Sq Ft
House
C$2,555/month
0 Sq Ft
Townhome
C$2,231/month
69 Sq Ft
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Transportation

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Car-Dependent

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This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

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Some Transit

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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

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Somewhat Bikeable

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You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

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Methodology

† Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.