Toronto condo buildings · Updated September 13, 2026
Pinnacle Centre
33 Bay St and 12 Yonge St and 16 Yonge St, Toronto · Also known as 33 Bay Street, 16 Yonge Street
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Pinnacle Centre is the four-tower condo complex on former railway lands between Yonge and Bay south of the Gardiner, built by Vancouver-based Pinnacle International between 2006 and 2011. Its roughly 1,880 residences share one of downtown's better amenity packages, including two gyms and a large pool. The 33 Bay Street tower holds a 3.9 out of 5 Google rating, with layouts and climate control the usual caveats.
- Address
- 33 Bay St and 12 Yonge St and 16 Yonge St, Toronto
- Neighbourhood
- South Core
- Completed
- 2006 to 2011
- Storeys
- 29 to 53
- Suites
- 1,880
- Towers
- 4
- Developer
- Pinnacle International
- Transit
- Union Station is a few minutes' walk north
About Pinnacle Centre
The complex fills the block bounded by Yonge Street, Harbour Street, Bay Street and the Gardiner Expressway. Pinnacle A at 16 Yonge Street (40 floors, 501 units) was completed in 2006, Pinnacle B at 12 Yonge Street (29 floors, 298 units) in 2007, Success Tower (53 floors) in 2009, and 33 Bay Street (51 floors) in 2011.
Residents rate the shared amenities highly. A 2026 Reddit comment describes two gyms, a large pool, hot tubs and work rooms, and Google reviewers mention the steam room and sauna. Older threads note that some unit layouts are tight.
As one of the more established complexes in South Core, Pinnacle is often described as well maintained, though fire alarm testing, elevators and questions about heating and cooling still appear in reviews.
Tower details and the 1,880-residence total are from Wikipedia. Condos.ca lists 634 units for 33 Bay Street. The Google rating shown is for the 33 Bay Street listing only.
Where Pinnacle Centre is
Pinnacle Centre is at 33 Bay St and 12 Yonge St and 16 Yonge St in South Core. Union Station is a few minutes' walk north.
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Pinnacle Centre building amenities
- Two fitness centres
- Large swimming pool
- Hot tubs
- Steam room and sauna
- Work rooms
- Concierge
- Paid on-site parking
- Dog friendly
A 2026 Reddit resident comment, Google review topics and Google Maps listing attributes.
Pinnacle Centre photos
Pinnacle Centre reviews: the Google rating
Google reviews are the largest public sample of resident opinion for most condo buildings. The breakdown matters more than the average: a building with as many one-star as five-star reviews is a very different place from one with a steady spread of fours.
3.9
★★★★★196 Google reviews
- 5 star93
- 4 star48
- 3 star21
- 2 star5
- 1 star29
What reviews mention most
- Elevators · 8
- Concierges · 7
- Fire alarm testing · 6
- Cleanliness · 4
- Security · 4
- Noise · 3
- Steam room · 2
- Sauna · 2
- Friendly employees · 2
Google Maps listing at 33 Bay St, as of June 27, 2026. Topics are the themes Google identifies in reviews, with the number of reviews mentioning each. Read the reviews on Google Maps
What residents praise
- Shared amenities across the complex
- A short walk to Union Station and the waterfront
- Lobby and concierge
What residents complain about
- Unit layouts, in older Reddit threads
- Heating and cooling questions from prospective tenants
- Elevators, fire alarm testing and noise
What people say about Pinnacle Centre on Reddit and forums
A summary of the threads that come up when people search for this building. Reddit skews toward people with a problem or a question, so weigh it alongside the Google breakdown above.
The overall picture
Pinnacle Centre has a relatively good forum reputation for a large downtown complex. Posters praise the shared amenities and generally see it as well maintained, with unit layouts and climate control the recurring hesitations.
Shared amenities
PositiveA 2026 resident calls it a great complex, listing two gyms, a massive pool, hot tubs and work rooms shared across the towers.
Maintenance
PositiveBuyers describe 33 Bay as an older building that seems well maintained and ask whether there are hidden downsides.
Layouts
NegativeA 2020 commenter found the lobby high end but didn't like the layouts of the units they saw.
Climate control and management
MixedWould-be tenants at 16 Yonge and 33 Bay ask about the heating and cooling and whether management is good.
The threads behind this summary
- 33 Bay Street/16 Yonge
r/TorontoRenting · Apr 2026 · 7 comments
Positive“Pinnacle Centre is a great complex. Amenities are bangin'. Two gyms, massive pool, hot tubs, work rooms, etc.”
- Thoughts on 33 Bay Street?
r/TorontoRealEstate · 2024 · 30+ comments
Question“First-time home buyer considering buying a 1+1 (660sf + 110sf balcony) south lake facing unit with parking at 33 Bay as end-user.”
- 16 Yonge - Pinnacle Centre Condo -- what is your ...
r/TorontoRenting · 2025 · 10+ comments
Question“I am looking at renting a unit in the Pinnacle Centre building at 16 Yonge. I have a couple reservations related to the building climate control ...”
- Thoughts on 33 Bay Street (Pinnacle)
r/TorontoRealEstate · 2021 · 20+ comments
Question“It seems like a really great older building that is well maintained but was wondering if anyone has anything negative to say about living there?”
- Looking for Opinions on Buildings near Union
r/TorontoRenting · 2020 · 9 comments
Mixed“33 Bay always seemed like the higher end building from the lobby, but I have seen a few units in there and i really didnt like the layouts”
Summaries are our reading of the linked threads and review pages. Excerpts are quoted verbatim from each thread’s public snippet, including spelling; open the thread for full context. Dates are approximate.
What's near Pinnacle Centre: transit, restaurants and parks
Subway stations, streetcar and bus stops, and the most-reviewed places within about a kilometre of 33 Bay St. Use the filters to show only what you care about, and select a marker for photos, details and walking directions.
Transit stop locations are from TTC schedule data. Place locations come from Google Maps listings and are rounded to about 100 m, so a marker can sit a little off the actual entrance.
Transit near Pinnacle Centre
The closest subway station to Pinnacle Centre is Union Station on Line 1 Yonge-University, about a 6-minute walk (380 m). Streetcar routes 509 and 510 and bus routes 114, 202, 121, 19 and 97 stop within 500 m.
Subway stations
- 1
Union Station
Line 1 Yonge-University
6 min · 380 m - 1
King Station
Line 1 Yonge-University
10 min · 610 m - 1
St Andrew Station
Line 1 Yonge-University
12 min · 750 m
Union Station is also the hub for GO Transit and the UP Express to Pearson Airport.
Streetcar routes within 500 m
- 509HarbourfrontNearest stop: Queens Quay/Ferry Docks Station2 min · 130 m
- 510SpadinaNearest stop: Queens Quay/Ferry Docks Station2 min · 130 m
Bus routes within 500 m
- 114Queens Quay EastNearest stop: Bay St at Lake Shore Blvd W1 min · 60 m
- 202Cherry BeachNearest stop: Bay St at Lake Shore Blvd W1 min · 60 m
- 121Esplanade-RiverNearest stop: Bay St at Front St West South Side - Union Station5 min · 320 m
- 19BayNearest stop: Front St West at Bay St6 min · 380 m
- 97YongeNearest stop: Front St West at Bay St6 min · 380 m
Stations and routes from the TTC's official schedule data (TTC Routes and Schedules (GTFS), Toronto Open Data, published August 27, 2026). Overnight routes are not shown. Walking times are estimates based on straight-line distance. View the dataset
Restaurants, parks and things to do near Pinnacle Centre
Restaurants near Pinnacle Centre
- No free photo available8 min walk
Evviva Breakfast and Lunch
Breakfast restaurant
★★★★★4.4 (6,803)
25 Lower Simcoe St · 500 m
8 min walkThe Old Spaghetti Factory
Italian restaurant
★★★★★4.4 (14,334)
54 The Esplanade · 510 m
- No free photo available8 min walk
- No free photo available11 min walk
- No free photo available12 min walk
- No free photo available12 min walk
Earls Kitchen + Bar - Financial District (King & University)
Restaurant
★★★★★4.6 (12,141)
150 King St W #100 · 790 m
Cafés and bakeries near Pinnacle Centre
- No free photo available2 min walk
- No free photo available6 min walk
- No free photo available6 min walk
- No free photo available8 min walk
- No free photo available9 min walk
- No free photo available10 min walk
El Pacho Coffee Roasters
Coffee roastery
★★★★★4.7 (659)
40 University Ave Unit 8 · 650 m
Grocery stores near Pinnacle Centre
- No free photo available5 min walk
- No free photo available7 min walk
The Market by Longo's at Brookfield Place
Supermarket
★★★★★4.0 (193)
181 Bay St. · 470 m
- No free photo available8 min walk
- No free photo available9 min walk
- No free photo available9 min walk
Loblaws Lower Jarvis Street
Grocery store
★★★★★4.3 (3,527)
10 Lower Jarvis St · 570 m
- No free photo available11 min walk
McEwan TD
Grocery store
★★★★★4.3 (314)
Dominion Centre - PATH, 66 Wellington St W · 690 m
Parks and green space near Pinnacle Centre
- No free photo available5 min walk
5 min walkPhoto: Alex Laney, CC BY-SA 4.0
- No free photo available7 min walk
9 min walkPhoto: Canmenwalker, CC BY 4.0
10 min walkPhoto: Secondarywaltz, CC BY-SA 3.0
11 min walkPhoto: Michael Mayer, CC BY-SA 3.0
Things to do near Pinnacle Centre
7 min walkPhoto: JK Liu, CC BY-SA 4.0
10 min walkPhoto: Mark Bradshaw, CC BY 3.0
- No free photo available10 min walk
12 min walkPhoto: DXR, CC BY-SA 4.0
13 min walkPhoto: Bernard Spragg. NZ from Christchurch, New Zealand, CC0
16 min walkPhoto: Raysonho @ Open Grid Scheduler / Scalable Grid Engine, CC0
Places and ratings from Google Maps listings, retrieved September 13, 2026. Restaurants and cafés are limited to places rated 4.3 or higher, and every category is filtered to listings with enough reviews to be meaningful. Walking times are estimates based on straight-line distance. Businesses open, close and move, so check before you go.
Who Pinnacle Centre suits, and who should look elsewhere
A good fit for
Buyers who want a resale condo with a long track record and big shared amenities a short walk from Union Station.
Look elsewhere if you are
Anyone who wants the newest finishes and generous layouts, or a unit away from Gardiner Expressway traffic.
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Pinnacle Centre FAQ
How many towers are in Pinnacle Centre?
Four: Pinnacle A at 16 Yonge Street, Pinnacle B at 12 Yonge Street, Success Tower, and 33 Bay Street. Together they hold about 1,880 residences.
When was 33 Bay Street built?
33 Bay Street was the last Pinnacle Centre tower, completed in 2011 with 51 floors.
Who built Pinnacle Centre?
Pinnacle International, a developer based in Vancouver.
Is 33 Bay Street a good building?
It rates 3.9 out of 5 from 196 Google reviews, with 141 of them four or five stars. Residents praise the shared amenities and location. The usual complaints are layouts, elevators and fire alarm testing.
What subway station is closest to Pinnacle Centre?
The closest subway station to Pinnacle Centre is Union Station on Line 1 Yonge-University, about a 6-minute walk (380 m). Streetcar routes 509 and 510 and bus routes 114, 202, 121, 19 and 97 stop within 500 m.
What grocery stores are near Pinnacle Centre?
The closest well-reviewed grocery stores are Longo's Maple Leaf Square at 15 York St (5 min walk), The Market by Longo's at Brookfield Place at 181 Bay St. (7 min walk) and Farm Boy at 100 Queens Quay E Unit 200 (8 min walk).
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Sources
- Wikipedia: Pinnacle Centre
- condos.ca: 33 Bay at Pinnacle Centre
- Google Maps listing (snapshot June 27, 2026)
- TTC Routes and Schedules (GTFS), Toronto Open Data
- 5 Reddit threads and review pages, linked above
Researched September 13, 2026. Ratings and resident opinion change; check the linked sources for the latest before making a decision.