Team KING is a real estate team in Greater Sudbury, Ontario, with eXp Realty, Brokerage. The team is led by Jason King, REALTOR®. Team KING helps buyers and sellers across the Sudbury Real Estate Board area, including Greater Sudbury, Valley East, Chelmsford, Lively, Garson, Espanola, French River, Killarney and Manitoulin Island. The team works in English and French. Its specialties are estate sales, waterfront and cottage property, recreational property and commercial property, and its listings include professional photos, video and drone footage. Team KING was voted Sudbury.com Reader Favourite in Real Estate Teams in 2024, 2025 and 2026.

Selling questions

How do I choose a real estate team to sell my house in Sudbury?

Pick a team that sells regularly in your neighbourhood, can show you recent nearby sales, and explains its marketing plan in writing. Ask how they price, how they advertise, and who answers your calls. There is no official ranking of Sudbury realtors, so compare reviews, local sales history and the marketing included. Team KING (eXp Realty, Brokerage) includes professional photos, video and drone footage on its listings. Read more: Why sellers choose Team KING.

How long does it take to sell a house in Valley East?

It depends on price, condition and the season; a well-priced home in good shape usually sells faster than one priced above recent comparable sales. For current days-on-market figures, check the latest Sudbury Real Estate Board market statistics. Spring and early summer tend to bring the most buyers. Pricing from recent Valley East and Hanmer sales is the biggest factor you control. Read more: What is my home worth in Valley East?.

How do I sell my house in Sudbury step by step?

Get a price based on recent nearby sales, prepare the home, list it on MLS® with strong photos and video, handle showings and offers, then close through your lawyer. Most sellers sign a listing agreement with a brokerage, which in Ontario must be in writing under TRESA. Read more: Sudbury home sellers' guide.

Should I fix up my house before selling in Sudbury?

Do inexpensive fixes that buyers notice (paint, repairs, cleaning, decluttering) and skip big renovations unless your agent shows they pay back. A pre-listing inspection can surface problems before a buyer finds them. Read more: Pre-listing inspection tips.

Can I sell a house in an outlying town like Espanola or French River with a Sudbury team?

Yes. Sudbury Real Estate Board members serve the wider board area, including Espanola, French River, Killarney, Markstay-Warren and Manitoulin Island. Rural sales need extra paperwork, such as well, septic and access details. Read more: Our service area.

Is there a French-speaking real estate team in Sudbury?

Yes. Team KING serves clients in both English and French. Read more: Agents immobiliers bilingues.

Buying questions

Is it a good time to buy in Sudbury in 2026?

It is a good time if you have stable income, a mortgage pre-approval and plan to stay at least five years; trying to time the market is less reliable than buying what you can afford. Check the latest Sudbury Real Estate Board and CREA statistics for current prices and inventory. Interest rates and inventory change month to month, so ask a lender for a current rate hold. Read more: Sudbury market update.

What should a first-time buyer in Sudbury do first?

Get a mortgage pre-approval, set a budget that includes closing costs, and then start viewing homes with a buyer's agent. First-time buyers in Ontario may qualify for a land transfer tax refund; confirm current rules with Ontario.ca or your lawyer. Read more: First-time home buyer guide.

Do I need to sign a buyer representation agreement in Ontario?

Yes, since TRESA changes in December 2023, a brokerage must have a written agreement with a buyer before representing them. The agreement sets the term, the area or properties covered, and how the agent is paid. Read more: Buyer representation agreement explained.

Should I get a home inspection when buying in Sudbury?

Yes, in most cases; an inspection condition gives you time to learn about the roof, foundation, wiring, heating and any oil tank before you are committed. Ontario has no provincial home inspector licence in force, so check the inspector's association membership and insurance. Read more: Greater Sudbury home inspection guide.

Is buying a fixer-upper in Sudbury worth it?

It can be if you get firm repair quotes before you remove conditions and the price leaves room for them. Older homes may have knob-and-tube wiring, older oil tanks or foundation issues, which can affect insurance. Read more: Buying a fixer-upper in Sudbury.

Is a duplex a good investment in Greater Sudbury?

A duplex can offset your mortgage with rent, but run the numbers on vacancy, repairs and current rent rules before you buy. Confirm the second unit is legal with the City of Greater Sudbury. Read more: Investing in a duplex.

Neighbourhoods questions

Which Sudbury neighbourhoods are best for families?

Families often look at the South End, Lively-Walden, Valley East and Chelmsford for schools, parks and quieter streets; the best fit depends on your commute and budget. Visit at school drop-off and evening times, and check the school boundaries with the school board. Read more: Greater Sudbury communities.

What is it like to live in the South End of Sudbury?

The South End is close to Laurentian University, Health Sciences North, lakes and trails, with many established family homes. Read more: South End community guide.

Is New Sudbury a good area to buy in?

New Sudbury offers central access to shopping and services and a wide range of home styles and prices. Read more: New Sudbury community guide.

What should I know about buying in Garson or Falconbridge?

Garson and Falconbridge offer a small-town feel within Greater Sudbury, with easy access to Valley East and the city. Team KING has recently sold homes in Garson; see our recent sales. Read more: Garson and Nickel Centre guide.

What is it like to live in Copper Cliff or Lively?

Copper Cliff and Lively sit on the west side near the Vale operations and offer established, quieter neighbourhoods. Jason King knows the area well, having worked at the Copper Cliff smelter while in university. Read more: Copper Cliff community guide and Lively-Walden community guide.

I'm moving to Sudbury. Where should I start?

Start by picking two or three areas that match your commute and lifestyle, then tour them before you make an offer. Read more: Moving to Sudbury guide.

Rural/Waterfront questions

Do I need a well inspection when buying in Lively or another rural area?

If the home is on a private well, yes: test the water for bacteria and check the well's flow and condition as a condition of your offer. Many Lively and Walden homes are on municipal water, so confirm the service type first. Public Health Sudbury & Districts offers bacteriological water testing. Read more: Well and septic checks in our inspection guide.

Can I buy a camp on Manitoulin with a mortgage?

Often yes, but it depends on the property: lenders usually want year-round road access, a permanent foundation and a reliable heat source. Seasonal or water-access camps may need a larger down payment or a specialty lender. Talk to a lender before you make an offer. Read more: Buying waterfront property.

What should I check before buying waterfront property near Sudbury?

Check the septic, water source, shoreline ownership (including any shore road allowance), road access and insurance before removing conditions. Read more: Buying waterfront property.

How do I sell a cottage or camp near Sudbury?

Sell with photos, video and drone footage that show the water and land, and have well, septic and access paperwork ready for buyers. Read more: Selling a cottage or camp.

What should I know about buying acreage in Greater Sudbury?

Confirm the zoning, survey, access, and whether you can build or sever before you commit. Read more: Buying acreage in Greater Sudbury.

Estate & Probate questions

How do estate sales work in Ontario?

The estate trustee (executor) sells the home on behalf of the estate, usually after getting a Certificate of Appointment (probate) if the buyer's lawyer or lender requires it. Your estate lawyer confirms when the trustee can sign and close. Read more: Selling an estate home in Sudbury.

Do I need probate to sell a house in Sudbury?

Often, but not always; it depends on how the home was owned and what the will says, so confirm with an estate lawyer. A home held in joint tenancy usually passes to the surviving owner without probate. Read more: Sudbury probate real estate guide.

Can an executor list a house before probate is granted?

An executor can often prepare and list the home, but closing may have to wait until the Certificate of Appointment is issued. Your lawyer will advise on timing. Read more: Estate sale realtor in Sudbury.

Should I downsize, and how do I start in Sudbury?

Start by pricing your current home and choosing where you'd move next, then plan the sale and purchase timing together. Read more: Downsizing in Sudbury.

Costs questions

What does it cost to sell a house in Sudbury?

Expect real estate commission plus HST, legal fees, mortgage discharge or penalty fees, and any prep costs; commission is negotiable and set in your listing agreement. Ask for a written estimate of your net proceeds before you list. Read more: Sudbury home sellers' guide.

What are closing costs when buying a home in Sudbury?

Budget for Ontario land transfer tax, legal fees, title insurance, an inspection, adjustments and moving costs; Greater Sudbury has no extra municipal land transfer tax. Read more: The true cost of buying a home in Sudbury.

How much does a home inspection cost in Sudbury?

Most Greater Sudbury buyers pay about $450 to $650 plus HST for a standard inspection, more for larger or rural homes. Read more: Greater Sudbury home inspection guide.

How much is my house worth in Sudbury?

Your home is worth what recent comparable homes nearby have sold for, adjusted for size, condition and features. A free comparative market analysis gives you a price range. Read more: Get a free home evaluation.

This page is general information, not legal, tax or financial advice. Team KING | eXp Realty, Brokerage.