How much does a rental agent cost in Toronto?

For landlords, the fee is commonly about half a month's rent up to one full month's rent for finding a tenant, plus HST. Tenants often pay nothing directly, because the landlord pays the commission, but this varies and should be confirmed in writing before you sign a representation agreement.

How often do I need a leasing agent?

Most people use one each time they lease or rent out a unit, which is typically every one to three years for tenants and at each vacancy for landlords. Landlords with a long-term tenant in place may not need one for years.

What should I expect when working with a leasing agent?

Expect a consultation on budget and timing, curated showings, help with the application package, and lease review. For landlords, add pricing advice, marketing, and tenant screening. A first showing can often be arranged within a few days.

How can I judge whether a leasing agent is good?

Check their RECO registration, read recent reviews for mentions of responsiveness and accuracy, and ask how many leases they closed in your area in the past year. Good agents explain fees and the process plainly and do not pressure you.

Rental & Leasing Agents in Toronto

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What a rental and leasing agent does in Toronto

A rental or leasing agent helps a landlord find a tenant, or helps a tenant find a unit. That means pricing the unit against current comparables, listing it on MLS, arranging showings, screening applications (credit report, employment letter, references), and preparing the lease. In Toronto most residential leases use the Ontario standard form lease, and agents handle condos downtown and along the Yonge corridor as often as houses and basement units in Scarborough or Etobicoke.

What to look for

Active registration with RECO and a brokerage you can name.
Recent leasing activity in your neighbourhood and building type, not only sales.
Clear written terms on who pays the fee and when.
Familiarity with condo rules, move-in bookings, and Ontario tenant law.
Fast, specific replies. Slow answers during the search usually mean slow answers later.

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All rental & leasing agents in Toronto, ranked by score and relevance

We found 133 businesses offering rental & leasing agents in Toronto; 18 met the criteria for the scored directory. The order weighs each business's overall score by how much of its reviewed work is rental & leasing agents, so a lower-scored specialist can rank above a higher-scored generalist.

Dan Milewski Realty

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Reviewers consistently describe quick replies, even outside office hours, and steady updates from first viewing to closing. Many say Dan talks through each step and never pushes them toward a choice. Several came to him as first-time buyers or renters and felt guided. Reviewers mention Dan's knowledge of Toronto neighbourhoods, including Liberty Village, the Distillery District, Danforth and the St. George campus area. Some say he checks listings closely and sends only places that fit. A few clients who rented from him more than once say they would call him again.

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