Richmond Hill is one of York Region’s most desirable cities, with more than 200,000 residents and a reputation for excellent schools, safe family neighbourhoods, and a strong sense of community. The Yonge Street corridor is rapidly intensifying with transit-oriented development, while areas like Mill Pond, Oak Ridges and Bayview Hill remain prized for their established homes and greenspace.
From luxury homes in Bayview Hill and South Richvale to family communities around Oak Ridges and Lake Wilcox, I help buyers and sellers navigate Richmond Hill’s competitive market with local insight.
Serving Richmond Hill — Oak Ridges, Mill Pond, Bayview Hill & South Richvale.
What Richmond Hill is Known For
Yonge Street corridor & Richmond Hill Centre
Top York Region schools & strong academic reputation
Lake Wilcox, Oak Ridges & Mill Pond communities
GO Transit Richmond Hill line + Highways 404 & 407
David Dunlap Observatory greenspace
Established & growing multicultural community
Top Neighbourhoods in Richmond Hill
Most-active neighbourhoods right now based on live TRREB listings.
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 — Richmond Hill Real Estate
Real answers about buying and selling in Richmond Hill.
What is the average home price in Richmond Hill in 2026?
Richmond Hill is a premium York Region market. Detached homes commonly trade $1.5M–$2.2M+, with luxury areas like Bayview Hill and South Richvale exceeding $2.5M. Townhouses run $950K–$1.3M and condos $600K–$800K. Request a free home evaluation for exact comparables.
Is Richmond Hill a good place to live?
Yes — Richmond Hill regularly ranks among Canada’s best places to live, with top-rated York Region schools, low crime, abundant parks and greenspace, and a strong, diverse community. It is especially popular with families and professionals seeking a quieter alternative to Toronto with excellent amenities.
What are property taxes in Richmond Hill?
Richmond Hill has a low residential tax rate of roughly 0.66% of assessed value, combining City and York Region levies. On a $1.5M home that is about $9,900/year — well below Toronto rates.
What is the commute from Richmond Hill to Toronto?
Richmond Hill is served by the GO Transit Richmond Hill line, YRT/Viva bus rapid transit along Yonge, and Highways 404 and 407. Downtown Toronto is roughly 45–60 minutes by GO or car off-peak. The planned Yonge North Subway Extension will further improve access.
What are the best neighbourhoods in Richmond Hill?
Sought-after areas include Bayview Hill and South Richvale (luxury), Mill Pond (historic charm), Oak Ridges and Lake Wilcox (nature + newer homes), Jefferson, and Westbrook. Each varies by price, home age and school catchment.
How do I get a free Richmond Hill home evaluation?
Request a free evaluation on this site and I will prepare a Comparative Market Analysis from recent comparable sales near you and current Richmond Hill market conditions. Free, no obligation, typically within 24–48 hours.
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