Ford Performance Centre
Toronto Maple Leafs (NHL) · Toronto Marlies (AHL) · Toronto Sceptres (PWHL)
New Toronto, Etobicoke
Who I work with
Pro Athlete Relocation · Toronto
Traded To Toronto?
Your Home Is Handled.
Furnished rentals near your rink, court or field, shortlisted within 48 hours. Buying advice for professional athletes moving to Toronto. Everything done remotely and confidentially.
Get my 48-hour shortlistCan I buy in Toronto?Discretion
Your move stays private
Your address, your family’s details and your timeline stay between us. No one hears about your move until you say so.
Talk to me privately
NDA before we start
Signed on day one, if you want one. Your details stay between us.
No posts, no signs
No social posts or “just leased” announcements without your written consent.
Private showings
Off-market options and one-on-one viewings, never open houses.
Secure buildings
Shortlists focused on concierge, controlled access and private entrances.
Where players live
Live near practice, not just the arena
Most players pick a neighbourhood by the drive to their practice facility. Here’s where each Toronto team trains.
OVO Athletic Centre
Toronto Raptors (NBA)
Exhibition Place, near Liberty Village
WHAT I DO
Rent First, Buy When You’re Ready
Furnished rentals, 1 to 12 months
Move-in-ready units for mid-season moves, close to your practice facility.
Buying in Toronto
Cross-border rules, tax costs, and introductions to a lawyer and lender who handle non-resident purchases.
Selling or leasing when you’re traded
List or lease your Toronto home while you’re playing in another city.
HOW IT WORKS
From The Trade Call To Your Keys
1
Reach out
I reply within the hour, game days included.
2
Shortlist in 48 hours
Three to five options matched to your facility, budget and family.
3
Tour by video
Live walkthroughs. Your agent or partner can join.
4
Keys
Signed remotely, with utilities and internet set up before you land.
Can I buy in Toronto?
The short answer for players from outside Canada
Most players rent their first season and buy once their contract and status are clear. When you’re ready, here’s what applies.
Ask me about your situation
183 days
Work permit validity
A valid work permit can exempt you from Canada’s federal foreign buyer ban, if at least 183 days remain on it when you buy.
35%
Tax can still apply
Exempt from the ban isn’t exempt from tax. Ontario’s 25% Non-Resident Speculation Tax plus Toronto’s 10% municipal tax.
Jan 1, 2027
The ban expires
Ottawa is reviewing what replaces it. I’ll tell you what changes the day it’s announced.
This is general information, not legal or tax advice. Before you make any decision, I’ll connect you with a cross-border lawyer and accountant who work with non-resident buyers.
FAQ
Questions players and agents ask
How fast can I move in?
I send a shortlist within 48 hours of your first message. Furnished units can often be ready within days, depending on what’s available when you arrive.
What does this cost me?
Usually nothing. On rentals, the landlord typically pays my commission, and on purchases it’s usually paid from the seller’s side. Before we start, I’ll confirm it in writing so you and your agent know exactly where everything stands.
Can I rent without a Canadian credit history?
Usually, yes. Landlords will typically accept your player contract or an employment letter, plus proof of funds or some rent paid up front, in place of a Canadian credit score.
Can an American player buy here?
Often, yes, with a valid work permit. But Ontario and Toronto non-resident taxes may still apply, and the federal rules change on January 1, 2027. I’ll walk you through it with a cross-border lawyer before you commit.
Can my agent handle everything for me?
Yes. I can work directly with your agent or business manager, and you only need to join for video tours and signing.
What happens to my lease if I’m traded?
Before you sign, I ask the landlord for a trade or early-termination clause. Ontario’s rules also give tenants some options to assign or end a lease early, which I’ll explain for your specific lease.
Can I bring my dog, and will there be parking?
Yes. If you have a pet, I only shortlist pet-friendly buildings, and I confirm parking and storage before you see a unit.
WHO YOU’LL WORK WITH
Your Toronto Agent, On Your Schedule
Signing with a Toronto team means a new city, a tight timeline, and very little time to figure it out yourself. I’m Mark Savel, a Toronto real estate agent with Sage Real Estate, and I help professional athletes and their families find the right home quickly and discreetly.
That could be a downtown condo close to the arena, a family home near good schools, or a short-term lease that gets you through the season. I’ll get you up to speed on the neighbourhoods, line up showings around your training and travel schedule, and handle the details from start to finish.
Your focus stays on the game, and I’ll take care of the move.
Get started
Tell me where you’re headed. I’ll handle the rest.
A few quick questions. I reply within the hour, and everything you send stays between us.
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