Government ID + liveness
Two-piece ID match plus a liveness check — so the person applying is who they say they are.
For landlords
List your rental. Always free.
Post your unit in 15 minutes. Only verified tenants apply. A licensed Ontario brokerage drafts the lease and holds the deposit in trust — ½ month + HST charged only when a lease signs.
RECO-registered brokerage·Trust-account deposits·Verified tenants only
By the numbers
Free to list. Paid only on success.
$0
Cost to list — forever
100%
Applicants are Summit Verified
24h
From submit to live
½ mo + HST
Charged only when a lease signs
How leasing on Summitly works
Seven steps. Brokerage in the middle.
Free to enter. Brokerage-handled in the middle. Paid only on success — the agent drafts the lease, holds the deposit in trust, and gets you to a signed tenant.
- 1
Post your rental for free
Add address, photos, rent, amenities. Up to 25 photos. Done in 15 minutes. Always free.
- 2
We verify you, free
Upload a property tax bill or condo letter. You earn the Verified Landlord badge that helps your listing stand out.
- 3
We review and publish within 24 hours
Listing-quality review, legal-unit confirmation, fraud screen. Live within a day, alongside MLS rentals on the same map.
- 4
Verified tenants express interest
Only Summit Verified tenants can apply. You see anonymized profiles in your dashboard — never names or phone numbers.
- 5
You shortlist who you want to meet
Compare verified profiles side-by-side. Approve who you want to move forward with. Pass on the rest. No commitment.
- 6
Brokerage takes over the lease
Coldwell Banker Summit Realty assigns an agent. The agent contacts the tenant, schedules the viewing, drafts the Ontario Standard Lease, and oversees signing.
- 7
Lease signs — you get paid
Tenant signs. First + last month deposit goes into the brokerage trust account. Commission (½ month + HST) is deducted. Net proceeds release to you.
Verified tenants · only
Only verified tenants reach your dashboard.
Every applicant pays for Summit Verified before they can express interest — so you only ever review tenants who have already cleared credit, identity, income, and LTB history.
What every applicant has verified
Equifax credit
A full bureau pull on every applicant before they ever reach your dashboard.
Income + employment
Confirmed at source from bank or payroll — not uploaded documents that can be faked.
Rental references
Their last two landlords contacted and confirmed within a business day.
Ontario LTB history
Any prior Landlord and Tenant Board orders surfaced before you shortlist anyone.
AI risk rating
A composite verdict so you can compare applicants at a glance and approve faster.
- Only Summit Verified tenants can express interest — no tire-kickers
- You see anonymized profiles — never names or numbers until you shortlist
- Compare verified applicants side-by-side and approve who you want to meet
- Tenants can never contact you directly — the brokerage screens first
- Coldwell Banker Summit Realty drafts the Ontario Standard Lease
- First + last month held in the brokerage trust account, released net to you
Leasing commission
½ mo + HST
Charged once, only when a tenant signs. Free to list — and free if no lease ever happens.
Summitly vs listing it yourself
Same zero cost to list. None of the risk.
Posting on a classifieds site is free too — but you screen, draft, and chase deposits yourself. Summitly keeps a licensed brokerage in the middle and only charges on a signed lease.
| List it yourself | Summitly | |
|---|---|---|
| Cost to list | Free, but unscreened | Free — and only verified tenants apply |
| Tenant screening | You chase documents yourself | Equifax, ID, income, LTB history — done for you |
| Who can contact you | Anyone — the prime scam vector | Only Summit Verified applicants |
| Lease drafting | DIY or pay a paralegal | Ontario Standard Lease by a licensed agent |
| Deposit handling | Direct e-transfer (risky) | Brokerage trust account (escrowed) |
| Commission | None — but you do everything | ½ month + HST, on a signed lease only |
| Time to a signed lease | Open-ended | Verified interest in days |
Landlord in Ontario
Your Ontario landlord obligations.
The Residential Tenancies Act sets the rules for every Ontario tenancy. Here's what you must do — and the brokerage handles to keep you compliant.
Use the Standard Lease (Form 2229)
Every Ontario residential tenancy must use the provincial Standard Lease since April 2018. Non-standard clauses are unenforceable in front of the LTB.
Collect only first + last
First and last month's rent is the legal maximum upfront. Damage deposits, pet deposits, and key deposits over $20 are illegal in Ontario.
Follow rent-increase rules
Increases are capped at the provincial guideline (2.5% for 2026), require an N1 with 90 days' notice, and above-guideline increases need LTB approval.
Maintain the unit, give notice
Keep the unit in a good state of repair and provide vital services. Entry requires 24 hours' written notice except in a genuine emergency.
What landlords regret
Five pitfalls to avoid.
- 1
Skipping tenant screening
Taking the first applicant without verified income, credit, and LTB history is the #1 cause of arrears and drawn-out LTB disputes.
- 2
Collecting an illegal deposit
First + last month is the legal maximum. Damage, pet, and key deposits over $20 are illegal in Ontario and recoverable by the tenant at the LTB.
- 3
Using a non-standard lease
Every Ontario tenancy must use the Standard Lease (Form 2229). Hand-written terms and custom clauses carry no weight in front of the LTB.
- 4
Renting an unregistered second unit
Basement and secondary units must meet fire code and municipal registration. An illegal unit undermines your ability to enforce the tenancy.
- 5
Entering without proper notice
You must give 24 hours' written notice to enter except in emergencies. Improper entry exposes you to tenant-rights claims and LTB orders.
New · Rental Intelligence
Due diligence beyond the application.
Run a co-applicant, guarantor, or company name on a Rental Intelligence report. We surface court, tribunal, government enforcement, and major-news records — all source-linked, all verifiable, never a rating.
- Complements the mandatory Summit Verified screening — it never replaces it.
- See past LTB orders, regulatory actions, and corporate filings.
- Every record links to its original source — verify in one click.
- Free preview is free. $19.99 unlocks one full report.
Landlord FAQ
Is listing my rental really free?+
Yes — 100% free to list, forever. No subscription, no per-listing fee, no charge to publish. The only money that ever moves is (a) optional boost packages if you want extra visibility and (b) the brokerage commission on a successful lease, which is only charged when a lease actually signs.
How long does listing take?+
Most landlords go from sign-up to a submitted listing in under 15 minutes. We review and publish within 24 hours after that.
What proof of ownership do you accept?+
Property tax bill, condo ownership letter, or land registry document. If you don't own the property (e.g., you're a property manager acting on behalf of the owner), contact us — we have a separate verification flow.
Can I list multiple properties?+
Yes — unlimited free listings. Each unit is verified individually before going live.
Can tenants contact me directly?+
No. This is the core of how Summitly works. Tenants express interest through the platform, you review their anonymized profile, and only when you confirm interest does a Summit Realty agent step in to coordinate the introduction. Direct landlord-tenant contact before screening is what makes Kijiji full of scams — we deliberately keep the brokerage in the middle.
How do you find verified tenants?+
Tenants pay a $49 annual verification fee before they can express interest in any listing. Verification includes Equifax credit, government ID with liveness check, income at source, employment confirmation, and Ontario LTB history.
What does the brokerage actually do?+
Verifies every tenant before they reach your dashboard. Assigns a Coldwell Banker Summit Realty agent once you confirm a match. Schedules the viewing. Drafts and oversees signing of the Ontario Standard Lease. Holds first + last month in the brokerage trust account. Disburses funds to you net of commission.
How long does the whole process take?+
Listing live: under 24 hours after submission. Verified-tenant interest: typically within 3-10 days for in-demand markets. Lease signed: 1-4 weeks from first interest, depending on viewing schedules and applicant decisions.
How much is the leasing commission?+
Half of one month's rent plus HST. This is the standard Ontario leasing commission for licensed brokerages. It's only charged once, only when a tenant signs a lease, and the amount is disclosed up front in the Service Agreement.
What if I don't find a tenant?+
Nothing happens. There's no fee. Your listing can stay active for as long as you want. Optional boosts let you increase visibility if needed.
What's the difference between free and promoted listings?+
Free listings appear in standard search and on the city map. Promoted listings get higher placement, a Featured badge, and inclusion in verified-tenant email alerts. Featured is $59/month, Listing Refresh is $29 for 7 days, Bundle is $99/month. Cancel any time.
Can I also get property management?+
Yes — once your lease is signed, you can optionally add Summitly Property Management for rent collection, maintenance coordination, or full ongoing management.
Do I have to live in Ontario?+
Summitly Rentals is live in Ontario now and expanding across Canada province by province. Each province's funds-handling and lease process is reviewed legally before going live.
Ask Zara · 50+ languages
Landlord answers, in your language.
Zara walks you through listing, screening, the Standard Lease, rent increases, and the LTB process — in plain English, French, Hindi, Punjabi, Urdu, Mandarin and 50+ more.
Summitly Rentals is operated in association with Coldwell Banker Summit Realty, Brokerage (RECO-registered). Listing is free; a leasing commission of ½ month's rent + HST applies only on a signed lease and is disclosed in the Service Agreement. Deposits are held in the brokerage trust account. This page is general information, not legal advice. Service availability varies by province.