Clarington is one of the eastern GTA’s fastest-growing and most affordable communities, with more than 105,000 residents across the towns of Bowmanville, Courtice, Newcastle and Orono. It offers exceptional value on newer family homes, a relaxed small-town lifestyle, and easy Highway 401/418 access — with the GO Transit Lakeshore East extension set to further boost connectivity.
From family subdivisions in Bowmanville and Courtice to charming homes in Newcastle and Orono, I help buyers and sellers across Clarington — a market that delivers more home and land per dollar than almost anywhere else in the GTA.
I'm not a part-timer or a referral middleman — I'm a full-time Broker of Record at Royal LePage Terra Realty with a decade of experience helping families buy and sell across the GTA. Here's the track record.
“We connected with Tej Thakor through social media on Instagram and reached out to him for short-term accommodation as we were coming from Ahmedabad. We only needed a place for two weeks, and Tej went above and beyond to help us.
He arranged a condo through his client for our short stay, and it was a really great experience. We truly appreciate his support and exceptional service.
Thank you, Tej, for your help, and a big thanks to your client as well for allowing us to stay in the condo for two weeks. Highly recommended!”
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“We sold our home in Cambridge with Tej Thakor and Usha Parmar, and the experience was excellent. They handled everything from staging, professional photos, open houses, to strong social media marketing.
They are very knowledgeable, responsive, and strong negotiators. Thanks to their guidance and strategy, our home sold at a price we were happy with. Highly recommend Tej and Usha to anyone looking to sell their home with confidence.”
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“Tej Thakor helped us lease our property in the Whitby area, and the service was excellent. He guided us through the SingleKey tenant screening process, including credit checks, verification, and other important due diligence.
Everything was handled professionally and smoothly, which gave us confidence as landlords. Thanks, Tej, for getting it done efficiently. Highly recommended for leasing services”
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“Tej Thakor and his team delivered an incredibly smooth selling experience with great marketing, negotiation, and transparency. You can trust him fully for top-notch real estate service! Thanks Tej and Usha Parmar.”
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“We found Tej Thakor through Social media. We followed his work closely for 6-8 months as we wanted to choose experienced realtor and were impressed by his strong track record and consistently high level of service, which gave us the confidence to reach out to him.
Tej and his team sold our home in Ajax, and we were extremely happy with the entire process. His comprehensive marketing strategy stood out—professional staging, high-quality photography, online and social media marketing, engaging reels, open houses, and a well-planned offer presentation date and time.
Tej’s negotiation and presentation skills truly helped maximize our home’s value and “SOLD” board in record 10 days time. On offer day, he personally sat with us and reviewed each offer in detail, clearly explaining the strengths of every option. He is transparent, honest, and professional, which gave us complete confidence throughout the process.
Great work by Tej and his team. You won’t go wrong hiring him.”
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“Buying our first home in Toronto felt overwhelming at the beginning, but meeting Tej Thakor and Usha Parmar completely changed our experience. From day one, they made the entire process smooth, transparent, and actually enjoyable.
As first-time home buyers, we had so many questions and doubts, but Tej and Usha were always available—no matter the time—to guide us. Their showing system was incredibly well-organized, making it easy for us to explore multiple properties without feeling rushed or confused. They took the time to truly understand what we were looking for and never pushed us into making quick decisions.
What really stood out was their deep knowledge of the market. They explained every detail—from pricing trends to neighborhood insights—in a way that was easy to understand. It gave us confidence that we were making the right decision.
Thanks to their dedication, patience, and expertise, we were able to find and purchase our dream home in Toronto. This wasn’t just a transaction for them—they genuinely cared about helping us start a new chapter in our lives.
If I could give more than 5 out of 5 stars, I absolutely would. I highly recommend Tej Thakor and Usha Parmar to anyone looking to buy or sell a home. They are simply the best!”
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“One of the best realtors I have ever met. He helped me purchase my first dream home, something I never thought would be this easy.
A big thanks to Tej and his brilliant team for their outstanding support throughout the process.”
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“We recently sold both our homes in Brampton and Barrie with the help of Usha Parmar and Tej Thakor, and honestly, it was a great experience from start to finish.
From the very first meeting, they gave us a clear understanding of the market and realistic expectations. Their property evaluation was spot on, and they guided us through staging and marketing in a very professional way. The exposure they created brought serious buyers, even in a slow market.
What really stood out was their negotiation skills. They handled everything with confidence and kept us updated at every step, which made the whole process smooth and stress-free.
Selling two homes at the same time is never easy, but with Tej and Usha, it felt well managed. We are very happy with the results and truly appreciate their support.
Highly recommend them to anyone thinking of selling!”
FAQs — Clarington Real Estate
Real answers about buying and selling in Clarington.
What is the average home price in Clarington in 2026?
Clarington is among the most affordable detached markets in the GTA. Detached homes commonly trade $800K–$1.1M, townhouses $650K–$800K. Newer Bowmanville and Courtice subdivisions and larger lots in Newcastle vary within that range. Request a free home evaluation for exact comparables.
Is Clarington a good place to buy a home?
Yes — Clarington offers excellent value, newer family-friendly subdivisions, good schools, lakefront and conservation areas, and proximity to Oshawa’s universities and jobs. With the GO extension underway, it is increasingly attractive to commuters and first-time buyers priced out of the central GTA.
What are property taxes in Clarington?
Clarington’s residential tax rate is roughly 1.18% of assessed value, combining Municipality and Durham Region levies. On an $900,000 home that is about $10,620/year.
What is the commute from Clarington to Toronto?
Clarington relies on Highway 401 and 418, with the nearest current GO service in Oshawa; the GO Lakeshore East extension to Bowmanville is in progress and will add stations. Downtown Toronto is roughly 75–90 minutes; many residents work in Oshawa and the eastern GTA.
What are the best neighbourhoods in Clarington?
Bowmanville (the largest, with newer subdivisions and amenities), Courtice (closest to Oshawa), Newcastle (charming, lakefront character) and Orono (rural village feel) are the main communities. Each offers a different balance of price, lot size and lifestyle.
How do I get a free Clarington home evaluation?
Use the free home evaluation form on this site and I will prepare a Comparative Market Analysis from recent comparable sales near you and current Clarington market conditions. Free, no obligation, typically within 24–48 hours.
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