For over 30 years, Chestnut Park Real Estate Brokerage has set the standard for luxury real estate in Ontario. As a boutique brokerage with a global reach, Chestnut Park is known for its commitment to trust, integrity, knowledge, and discretion—values that have made it one of the most respected real estate brands in the province.
Why Choose Chestnut Park? The Boutique Brokerage Advantage
Unlike large franchise-based firms, Chestnut Park offers a highly personalized, boutique approach, ensuring each client receives tailored service and expert market insights. The brokerage's in-house legal and deal support team sets it apart by handling transactions with unmatched precision and efficiency.
A Proven Track Record of Success
Since its founding in 1990, Chestnut Park has remained at the forefront of Ontario's luxury real estate market, offering unparalleled service and expertise. The brokerage's impressive track record includes:
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$53.7 billion in total sales since inception
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400+ highly qualified agents across Ontario
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20+ office locations in key urban and recreational markets
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4,122 satisfied clients in 2023
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Top 1% of TRREB agents specializing in high-value transactions
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#1 in The Lakelands Board for properties over $2 million in 2023
Whether buying or selling, Chestnut Park’s clients benefit from premium results with a seamless experience.
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Exclusive expertise in Ontario’s top real estate markets
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Elite agent training and retention, ensuring deep market knowledge
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Concierge-level service with seamless deal processing
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Innovative marketing strategies for maximum property exposure
At Chestnut Park, every listing is supported by comprehensive digital marketing and global outreach, ensuring properties attract the right buyers.
Our Global Connection: Christie's International Real Estate
As an exclusive affiliate of Christie’s International Real Estate, Chestnut Park offers clients unparalleled global exposure. This prestigious partnership connects Ontario’s finest properties with a worldwide network of qualified, high-net-worth buyers.
Affiliation with Christie’s is extended only to the most accomplished and trusted real estate brokerages. Chestnut Park’s proven leadership and reputation for excellence earned us this coveted designation, placing us among the world’s elite in luxury real estate.
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50+ countries represented in the global network
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$100 billion in annual sales volume
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13,000+ million-dollar properties listed on ChristiesRealEstate.com
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2M+ social media followers & 3.5M unique Instagram users reached
Through this affiliation, Chestnut Park clients benefit from elite global marketing and luxury brand recognition, placing their properties alongside some of the world's most exclusive real estate.
Chestnut Park Real Estate Brokerage's Market Service Area
Toronto & The Greater Toronto Area (GTA)
The heart of Ontario’s luxury market, offering high-end condos, estates, and investment properties.
Muskoka & Cottage Country
A leader in waterfront and luxury recreational real estate, specializing in lakefront properties and island retreats.
Collingwood & Southern Georgian Bay
Focused on four-season luxury homes, ski chalets, and waterfront estates in Blue Mountain, Thornbury, and beyond.
Prince Edward County, Kingston & Eastern Ontario
Known for vineyard estates, historic properties, and waterfront retreats, serving an exclusive clientele.
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Haliburton & The Kawarthas – Luxury lakeside cottages
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Niagara Region & St. Catharines – High-end vineyard and estate properties
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Northumberland & Durham – Expansive countryside estates
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Uxbridge, Caledon & Mulmur – Equestrian and country estates
With offices in 20+ locations, Chestnut Park offers unmatched local expertise across Ontario’s most desirable real estate markets.
Meet The Chestnut Park Real Estate Leadership Team
Chris Kapches – CEO & President, Broker of Record
Chris is a lawyer with a distinguished career in the real estate industry, including his tenure as Executive Vice President of the Toronto Regional Real Estate Board (TRREB) and active involvement in numerous TRREB committees. For over fifteen years, he has also served as Chair of the Discipline and Appeals Committee for the Real Estate Council of Ontario (RECO). As a key member of Chestnut Park’s leadership team, Chris provides our Agents—and their clients—with invaluable legal insight and immediate access to trusted counsel.
Douglas Gubitz – VP, Strategic Relations & Business Development
Doug is a seasoned real estate professional with over 35 years of industry experience. Throughout his career, he has earned widespread respect from both clients and colleagues for his deep knowledge, meticulous attention to detail, and unwavering commitment to service. Now part of the Chestnut Park management team, Doug draws on his extensive expertise to support our Agents—offering strategic guidance on deal-related matters, day-to-day operations, and long-term business growth.
Anthony Cerasa – Director, Legal & Compliance
Anthony brings a great depth of experience in law, development, compliance, real estate, and entrepreneurship. He is licensed to practice law in the Province of Ontario and the State of New York and has practiced in both the private and public sectors. Anthony provides legal support to further advance Chestnut Park’s commitment to deliver the highest standards of service and excellence.
Tamsin Bednarski - Director, Agent Services, Marketing and Listings
Tamsin brings extensive experience working with a client-focused approach to deliver service excellence. Building from experience as an agent, she has developed strong organizational foundations in real estate business operations and administrative support, honing her extensive skillset working with the top 2 teams in Central Toronto
Paolo Casciato - Director, Brokerage Operations
Paolo is a Ryerson graduate with a hospitality background that is rooted in two exceptional cultures: Disney & Four Seasons. Invigorated by his experience in Orlando, Paolo joined the Four Seasons management teams in Toronto, San Diego & Los Angeles. With that foundation, he honed his professional presence and business acumen in varying senior roles with a spirited approach and results-orientated mindset.
Hellen Stathopoulos - Director, Accounting & Deal Processing
For over 30 years, Hellen has been leading our deal processing team in ensuring each transaction is professionally handled from start to finish. Driven by her commitment to our Agents and knowledge of accounting, she takes pride in providing exceptional service and support for the Agents and the leadership team at Chestnut Park.