Sector professionals
Every expert is scored out of 100 — Google reviews (35), experience (30), active provincial licence (15), local presence (15), bonus (5). No placement can be bought. Our methodology
Real estate market data
In June 2026, the area’s MLS® HPI composite benchmark price was $571,300 (down 6.5% year-over-year); single-family homes sat at $596,100 and apartments at $335,700 (-15.2%). The Niagara Association of REALTORS® recorded 615 residential sales in June 2026 (vs 585 a year earlier), with an average 45 days to sell.
Source : Niagara Association of REALTORS® — June 2026 Market Release https://www.niagararealtor.ca/monthly-stats · CREA Statistics https://creastats.crea.ca/board/stca
Frequently asked questions
Why does Payotte list only one expert per profession in St. Catharines?
Because one clear, verified recommendation is more useful than a crowded directory. For St. Catharines, Payotte names a single professional per trade, selected on public data — not on who pays.
How is the St. Catharines expert chosen?
On verifiable public signals: Google reviews, years of experience, an active licence on the regulator's register, and a genuine local presence in St. Catharines. In June 2026, the area’s MLS® HPI composite benchmark price was $571,300 (down 6.5% year-over-year); single-family homes sat at $596,100 and apartments at $335,700 (-15.2%). The Niagara Association of REALTORS® recorded 615 residential sales in June 2026 (vs 585 a year earlier), with an average 45 days to sell.
Is being listed on Payotte free for professionals in St. Catharines?
Yes. Listings are free, independent and carry no ads or commissions. A professional can confirm or correct their profile at any time.