Where in the GTA are you thinking of living?
The GTA is a collection of very different communities. Here are the areas I help buyers and relocating families consider most. Pick the area that fits your life first.
Choosing an area first
Choosing an area is often the hardest part of a move. Most people compare two or three before they settle on one, and there is no pressure to decide quickly. The right area makes the rest of the search easier.
Explore by area
Each GTA area has its own character and feel. These guides give you an honest starting point, not a sales pitch.
Toronto
May suit buyers who want to get around with the TTC subway, streetcar and bus network.
Learn moreMarkham
May suit families prioritizing schools and established neighbourhoods, and buyers valuing transit access.
Learn moreVaughan
May suit buyers wanting highway and transit access, and buyers interested in newer communities.
Learn moreRichmond Hill
May suit move-up buyers and families seeking established neighbourhoods.
Learn moreAurora
May suit families seeking more space and buyers prioritizing neighbourhood character.
Learn moreNewmarket
May suit families comparing space and price across York Region, and buyers willing to look slightly farther north.
Learn moreHow to compare areas
Five plain questions to ask yourself about any area you are considering.
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How long is the commute to work?
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What does a normal weekday look like there?
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Is there a park, school or store you would use close by?
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What kind of home fits your budget there?
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How does it feel when you walk around on a weekday and on a weekend?
Related pages
A few places to go next, depending on where you are in the process.
Neighbourhood questions, answered honestly
Straight answers to the questions buyers ask me most.
Let's find your area together
Not sure where to start? A free chat helps narrow it down, and there is no pressure to decide quickly.
Prefer to talk? Call 416-527-4430 or email jafarfathi67@gmail.com.