This $1.5 million Toronto loft nails the New York industrial aesthetic

If you've ever dreamed about living in one of those impossibly cool New York industrial lofts with soaring ceilings, exposed beams and enough natural light to make every corner Instagram-worthy, but can't imagine leaving Toronto, you're in luck.

Turns out, you don't have to move to Brooklyn to get that aesthetic.

At 20 Brockton Ave., Unit 8, tucked away in one of Dundas West's most sought-after authentic loft conversions, you can get all the industrial character of a classic New York loft — without leaving Toronto.

The dining area with exposed brick walls. 

The three-storey residence is listed for $1,499,000, and while that's certainly not cheap, authentic lofts like this rarely come up for sale.

The living room tucked under the industrial staircase. 

Unlike many newer condo buildings that borrow a few industrial design cues, Brockton Lofts is the real thing.

The top floor of the loft is divided into several spaces. 

Converted from a furniture factory in 1988, the boutique building contains just 18 units, making opportunities to buy here few and far between. In fact, only five units have come up for sale in the past decade.

The laundry room and bathroom off the living room. 

The building has also managed to keep maintenance fees surprisingly low at roughly $0.50 per square foot, well below Toronto's average condo maintenance fees.

The view from the front entrance. 

The moment you step inside Unit 8, it's clear why these lofts have such a devoted following.

An office or bedroom on the top floor of the loft. 

Towering wood ceilings stretch overhead while skylights flood the interior with natural light from above.

Big windows and open sightlines make the spaces feel grand. 

Open sightlines connect all three levels, giving the home an airy feel that perfectly suits its industrial bones.

One of the updated bathrooms. 

The current owners have modernized the space without stripping away its character.

The kitchen. 

A sleek designer kitchen anchors the main living area, while three renovated bathrooms add contemporary convenience to the historic shell.

The primary bedroom with built-in storage. 

The flexible three-level layout also makes the loft unusually versatile, whether you're working from home, entertaining friends or simply want some separation between living and sleeping spaces.

The terrace. 

One of the biggest surprises is the private terrace.

The terrace gets lots of sunshine for growing plants. 

Rather than a tiny balcony squeezed onto the side of the building, the outdoor space has enough room to become a proper urban garden, outdoor dining area, or simply somewhere to enjoy a coffee on summer mornings.

An updated bathroom. 

The home also comes with something that's becoming increasingly rare in downtown Toronto: surface parking.

The main entrance. 

Of course, part of the appeal is everything outside the front door.

Another updated bathroom. 

Located in the heart of Brockton Village, the neighbourhood is packed with some of Toronto's best cafés, bakeries, restaurants, galleries and independent shops.

The sleek, modern kitchen. 

Whether you're grabbing a coffee, meeting friends for dinner or hopping on transit, everything is within easy walking distance.

The view of the terrace and main entrance. 

For buyers who have been waiting for an authentic loft rather than another cookie-cutter condo, this might be one of the more interesting listings to hit Toronto's market this summer.