How to Find the Best Realtor in Toronto
By Summitly Editorial·Reviewed by Coldwell Banker Summit Realty, a RECO-registered Ontario brokerage
Quick answer
The best realtor in Toronto for you is a licensed, full-time agent with deep local knowledge of your neighbourhoods and price range, strong recent results, clear communication, and modern technology (live data, AI tools, strong marketing). Interview two or three, ask about recent comparable deals, and choose the one who backs advice with data and responds quickly — not just the one with the lowest commission.
What top Toronto agents have in common
- Full-time, licensed and active in your specific neighbourhoods
- Recent, relevant results in your price range
- Data-driven pricing and clear communication
- Modern marketing and AI tools that win listings and find homes
- Responsiveness — they pick up and follow through
Questions to ask before you hire
- What have you sold near here in the last 90 days?
- How will you price and market my home (or find my home)?
- How do you communicate and how fast?
- What technology and data do you use?
Red flags
Part-time availability, no recent local sales, pressure tactics, and pricing with no data behind it are warning signs. The cheapest commission rarely produces the best net result.
Key takeaways
- Pick local, full-time, data-driven and responsive.
- Ask about recent comparable results.
- Modern technology and marketing matter.
- Don't choose on commission alone.
Frequently asked
How do I find a good realtor in Toronto?+
Look for a full-time, licensed agent active in your neighbourhoods with recent results, data-driven advice and modern marketing. Interview two or three and compare.
What questions should I ask a realtor?+
Ask about recent comparable sales, their pricing and marketing plan, how and how fast they communicate, and what data and technology they use.
Does a lower commission mean a better deal?+
Not necessarily — the best net result comes from pricing, marketing and negotiation, which a slightly higher-commission but stronger agent often delivers.