The Last Honest Realtor
Welcome to The Last Honest Realtor, your exclusive, behind-the-scenes pass to the twists and turns of the Toronto real estate market. Hosted by David Fleming of Toronto Realty Group, this podcast offers an unprecedented look behind the curtain, presenting the local real estate scene with a mix of unapologetic honesty and entertaining cynicism.
David doesn’t just talk real estate—he lives it. With years of experience under his belt, he's here to share the unvarnished truth about what it really takes to buy or sell in Toronto. From the big wins to the frustrating pitfalls, get ready for a behind-the-scenes journey that promises both information and entertainment.
Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer, a seasoned investor, or just a real estate enthusiast, David's insights will equip you with the knowledge you need to navigate the market. Expect practical advice on everything from staging and junk removal to listing and making the sale.
Tune in to The Last Honest Realtor and experience Toronto real estate like never before. Be informed, be entertained, and most importantly, be ready to see the industry through the eyes of someone who can handle any challenge the market throws his way.
The Last Honest Realtor
Ep. 77 - Toronto Housing and Schools: Do School Rankings Really Affect Home Prices?
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Does buying a home in a top-rated school district actually increase its value? For many Toronto families, the answer is a resounding yes.
In this episode of The Last Honest Realtor, David Fleming explores one of the biggest drivers of home prices: public school catchments. Through real client stories, market observations, and the latest statistical data, he explains why invisible school boundaries can add tens or even hundreds of thousands of dollars to a home's value.
David discusses how parents make housing decisions years before their children even enter school, why some buyers purchase investment properties simply to secure a school address, and why supply and demand around desirable catchments creates powerful pricing premiums.
In This Episode:
- 00:00 – Intro
- 05:13 – The four neighbourhood factors every buyer should consider
- 07:46 – How school boundaries change home values
- 14:31 – What the data says about school premiums in the GTA
- 17:00 – Buying an investment property for the school address
- 24:16 – Why catchment lines can dramatically affect home prices
- 28:12 – Why school rankings don't tell the whole story
- 31:05 – What parents should evaluate beyond test scores
- 33:13 – The biggest takeaway for Toronto homebuyers
Whether you're a parent, a future homebuyer, or simply curious about what really drives Toronto real estate values, this episode offers an honest perspective on the intersection of housing and the city's public school system.
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