Andrew Fraser

Stratford continues to attract buyers from larger centres — particularly the Kitchener-Waterloo and GTA corridors — who are drawn to the quality of life, the Festival, and relative value compared to bigger markets. Inventory tends to move quickly on well-priced properties, especially in the core and desirable neighbourhoods. If you're thinking of buying or selling, timing and local knowledge matter significantly. Andrew can walk you through current conditions specific to your situation and price range.

Yes — and it's not just about price. Stratford offers a walkable core, strong community identity, excellent schools, and a cultural life (the Festival, galleries, restaurants) that most similarly-priced markets can't match. Many buyers who come for affordability stay because of what the city is. That said, the market has matured — it's not the hidden gem it was five years ago. You need a local agent who knows which streets and property types give you the best long-term value, and which listings have been sitting for a reason.

Andrew's primary territory is Stratford. He also has working knowledge of the surrounding Perth County communities including St. Marys, Mitchell, Listowel, and the rural corridors between them. ON Real Estate has agents across Ontario — if your specific area isn't covered by Andrew's territory, we can connect you with the right agent. Just ask.

From first conversation to keys in hand, most transactions take 45 to 90 days — though that depends on your financing situation, how competitive the market is when you're buying, and whether you're flexible on closing timelines. Andrew will give you a realistic picture upfront based on current conditions. If you're pre-approved and ready to move, things can happen faster. If you're still in the early stages, he can help you figure out what to get in order first.

Local knowledge is the answer. Andrew has lived and worked in Stratford for over a decade. He knows which streets flood, which neighbourhoods are appreciating, which listings have been sitting for a reason, and which ones are genuinely worth competing on. An agent from outside the market can access the same MLS listings — but they can't replicate what Andrew knows from being here every day. When you're making the largest financial decision of your life, that difference is real.