North York Real Estate Agent and Realtor
North York begins at Steeles Avenue, directly south of Thornhill and the RE/MAX Realtron office at 7646 Yonge Street. Fardad Farhanian has represented North York buyers and sellers for 25 years, from condos along the Yonge subway to family homes in Bayview Village and estate properties in York Mills and the Bridle Path.
Since amalgamation in 1998, North York has been part of the City of Toronto, but it still works as its own market. Condo towers on Yonge Street, post-war bungalows being replaced by custom homes, and some of the city's largest lots all sit within a few kilometres of each other. A North York realtor has to price each of those differently.
North York neighbourhoods and property types
| Community | Housing character | Typically suits |
|---|---|---|
| Willowdale East and West | Condo towers along Yonge Street, with bungalows and new custom homes on the side streets | Condo buyers, commuters and families planning a rebuild |
| Bayview Village | Detached homes on quiet crescents near the Sheppard subway | Families and move up buyers |
| Lansing and Yonge-Sheppard | Detached homes, infill and condos close to two subway lines | Buyers who want transit and amenities on foot |
| Bayview Woods-Steeles and Newtonbrook | Detached homes, townhouses and older condos near Steeles Avenue | Buyers wanting value close to Thornhill |
| Don Mills | Mid-century detached homes, townhouses and newer condos | Buyers wanting central access via Highway 401 and the Don Valley Parkway |
| York Mills, Hoggs Hollow and the Bridle Path | Large detached and estate homes on ravine and treed lots | Luxury buyers wanting privacy inside the city |
Buying in North York with Fardad
The buying process has five stages: discovery, financing, search, offer and close, with pre-approval confirmed before showings and every offer priced against comparable sales.
North York sits inside Toronto, so buyers pay both the Ontario land transfer tax and the Toronto municipal land transfer tax, which noticeably raises the cash needed on closing compared with Thornhill or Richmond Hill. Condo buyers should have a lawyer review the status certificate, reserve fund and maintenance fees before the deal goes firm. House buyers planning a renovation or rebuild should check zoning and lot frontage early. Schools fall under the Toronto District School Board and the Toronto Catholic District School Board, and transit runs on TTC Line 1 along Yonge Street and Line 4 along Sheppard Avenue. Current inventory is on the homes for sale page, and the mortgage page covers closing costs.
Selling in North York with Fardad
A North York valuation starts with sales on your street and in your building, not district averages. A condo near North York Centre, a bungalow in Willowdale West that buyers see as a building lot, and a renovated home in Bayview Village each have a different buyer and a different pricing logic.
Fardad prepares a written comparative market analysis, then manages preparation, professional photography and video, MLS and online marketing, and outreach to buyers and cooperating agents, in English and Farsi. He reviews every offer term with you and stays involved through closing. The full process is on the selling page, and completed transactions are on the recently sold page.
A Farsi-speaking realtor in North York
Yonge Street between Finch and Steeles is the historic heart of the Persian community in Toronto, sometimes called Tehranto, with Persian supermarkets, restaurants and professional offices along the strip. Fardad works with Iranian-Canadian buyers and sellers across Willowdale and the rest of North York in English and Farsi, at no additional cost. More on the Persian real estate agent page.
Why choose Fardad as your North York realtor
- Twenty five years, full time. Over $750 million in closed transactions across several market cycles.
- Condos and houses. Condo suites, family homes, luxury property and investments.
- A licensed broker. Registered with RECO as a Broker, a member of TRREB and CREA, and a RE/MAX Hall of Fame recipient.
- Just north of Steeles. The office on Yonge Street in Thornhill is minutes from Willowdale and Bayview Village.
- English and Farsi. Service in both languages for the whole family.
North York real estate agent FAQ
Is North York part of Toronto?
Yes. North York became part of the City of Toronto in 1998. Buyers there pay both the Ontario land transfer tax and the Toronto municipal land transfer tax, and eligible first time buyers can claim a rebate on each.
Is there a Farsi-speaking real estate agent in North York?
Yes. Fardad Farhanian is a broker who works in English and Farsi with buyers and sellers across North York, including Willowdale, Bayview Village and York Mills. Meetings, showings and offer reviews can be held in either language.
Should I buy a condo or a house in North York?
It depends on budget, space and how you commute. Condos near the Yonge and Sheppard subway lines offer transit access and lower entry prices but come with monthly fees and building rules. Houses offer land and long term flexibility at a higher price. Fardad compares both options against your plans before you start touring.
How do I choose a North York real estate agent?
Choose someone who works North York regularly, can show you comparable sales from your street or building, and explains the whole offer, including conditions, deposit and closing date. Ask who will handle your file day to day.
Talk to a North York real estate agent
Call, text or WhatsApp +1 (416) 707-1031, email info@realtyman.ca, or use the contact page. Meetings are by appointment, seven days a week, at 7646 Yonge Street in Thornhill or by video call, in English or Farsi.
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Go deeper on North York: the best North York neighbourhoods to buy in, Bayview Village vs Don Mills, the cost of living in North York, York Mills vs Lawrence Park and luxury condos in North York. Nearby: the Toronto, Thornhill and Richmond Hill real estate agent pages.