Toronto Ranks 20th Worldwide | Sivage Sivagumaran, CPA | https://sivagerealty.ca | How to Find the Best Real Estate Agent in Toronto for Your Needs?

Toronto’s global standing in real estate remains strong—recently ranked 20th out of 1,000 cities worldwide in a 2026 index. This top-25 position reflects the city’s robust economy and deep pool of talent, both of which continue to fuel demand. Yet, as many clients and families I work with know firsthand, housing affordability is a real challenge. The same index noted that Toronto’s Quality of Life score is weighed down by high housing costs, despite our economic strengths. In fact, a 2026 housing study pegged Toronto’s median multiple at nearly 7.5, putting us among the least affordable major markets surveyed. Residents here are spending a larger share of their incomes on housing than almost anywhere else globally. The underlying reason? Ongoing supply constraints, with housing starts projected to slow further through 2026. As someone who combines real estate strategy with a CPA’s lens, I believe understanding these factors is key to making smarter, more confident decisions in this complex market. Clarity, strategy, and financial intelligence remain my guiding principles for clients navigating Toronto’s evolving real estate landscape.