Reviews of Darryl Watty (The Watty Way) - Chestnut Park Realty West (Real Estate Agency)

Dan Silivestru

We had a fantastic experience when we worked with Darryl to purchase a commercial property on Collage St in Kitchener. Darryl is super knowledgable when it comes to houses. He knew exactly what to look for and made sure we had a really good handle on things before we even put an offer in. So much so, that the property inspection didn't find any issues that Darryl didn't already point out. Darryl helped us find the perfect century home for our office. I highly recommend reaching out to him and his team for your real estate needs!

Tori Kozma

Darryl and Jim are a fantastic team and I highly recommend them for buying or selling. As a first-time home-buyer Darryl helped my fiancée and I understand the market and get into our first home. I would recommend them for other first time buyers as their knowledge and patience are invaluable to buyers (especially in this market). We will definitely look forward to working with them again in the future for our next purchase.

Natalie Van Der Pas

Darryl is a real pleasure to work with. He is very knowledgeable of the market and kept his promises. He made the whole process less stressful and was always a reassuring phone call away. A true rockstar in the real-estate world.

Bryan Cesar

Darryl is an absolute rockstar. After giving us a great deal of information on Kitchener and what properties were like here, he found our family the perfect home. I couldn’t have imagined finding this gem without the help of Darryl. Thank you!!! :)

Pj Lowe-Silivestru

It has always been a pleasure working with Darryl and his team. He is very knowledgeable about the housing market and I felt very confident that he would be able to sell our home in this crazy market. I did not think he would sell in in 24 hours with 100K over our dream price but are delighted that he did! We are extremely happy with this whole process from start to finish!

Maddy Currie

Darryl was wonderful to work with, from the moment I first landed on his website to get a sense of how he works, through the initial interview, the listings, the viewings, all the way through closing. Between he and his partner, Jim, and their industry contacts who helped me with all the other aspects of buying a house, it was just about as easy as buying a house can reasonably be. Darryl's expertise and experience with the market, the timing of things, and prices really helped me keep calm through the disappointing months and ready to pounce when my dream house went up for sale. I'm thrilled with my new home! -

Starke Realty

I saw Darryl on stage a few years ago at a real estate conference for top performers across Canada. He motivated me to change my business model and implement video . Darryl is my go to agent for anyone looking to move to the Kitchener-Waterloo region. I feel 100% confident referring him to my friends & clients.

Wendi Adair

Darryl and his team helped us through a sale and a purchase with the utmost kindness, professionalism, attention to detail, and transparency. They were willing to help every step of the way. I recommend The Watty Way all the way.

Alex Raftermann

Darryl helped us find out first home. With his guidance we managed to find one pretty quickly with our first offer getting accepted.

Cheryl LynnS

Darryl was an excellent agent to deal with. His knowledge of the market is thorough. We were dealing with an estate sale. He gave us advice on how to make the house more salable without spending alot of money and he helped with staging. He made a fantastic video which I'm sure helped sell the house. Great experience from start to finish!

Robbie Borghi CRS ABR SRS SRES C2EX

Darryl Watty is phenomenal when it comes to staying in touch and building his sphere of influence. I believe this to be very valuable tool for anyone in the real estate business to have contacts all over the world. If I were looking to list my home on the market he would be my go to man. RB Nashville TN

Ibad Khan

Darryl's knowledge of the region and understanding of the market whether buying or selling have always been proven by the results. There's no one else I would use or let anyone in my family use other than him for real estate deals in Waterloo region. 7 deals to date and counting...

Cameron Herzberg

Darryl is a fantastic agent who cares deeply for his clients. Highly recommend him!

Guilherme Brondi

Since day 1, Darryl and Jim have helped us find exactly what we were looking for. Providing guidance in what we should and should not look for, helping us understand the risks and benefits of each one of the houses that they’ve shown to us, including decoration tips! :) Besides it, they took the time to answer all the questions that we had, with no exception. After the deal was made and we got the keys, they still assisted us, helping us overcome issues that all home buyers might face during the first couple of weeks after moving into their dream house. To summarize, it was a pleasure and a 5 stars experience working with them, during the process of finding our new home in a region that we were not living in before. If in the future we decide to pursue a new home, Darryl and Jim will be the first ones that we will reach out to!

Carry il Futuro

Darryl Watty is an excellent and exceptional real estate agent. Confident, charismatic, professional and proactive. He took the task of selling our home during Covid lock-down, and all the restrictions, right in hand and made it feel easy and relaxed. Darryl is honest, very experienced, and very astute in his sense of the economic and real estate markets. When we met Darryl, we were struck by his ease, and by how much he seems to be a person who loves and excels at doing what he does - real estate. It feels rare to meet an agent with such talent and professionalism. We’re very grateful Darryl that you made our process, during a stressful time, feel so easy. You will definitely enjoy working with Darryl! You’ll appreciate his friendliness and insight, his proactiveness and assertiveness in selling or finding your new home.

Anne Dixon

Selling your house is always a stressful time. And working with Darryl will take most of that stress away. Darryl is a dedicated, hardworking, very smart and experienced professional. And he has a sense of humour too! One of the smartest moves I ever made was getting introduced to Darryl. Put your trust in Darryl and he will get your house sold or find you the perfect new home. He is simply the best.

Brandon Mason

Best agent around! I’ve known Darryl for quite awhile now and he always remembers a familiar face. Would highly recommend selling or buying with him and his team. Plus he makes awesome videos. Thanks again Darryl.

Sharlene Allison

When another realestate agent had disregarded, insulted and undervalued our 150 year old Farmhouse, we were left discouraged and brokenhearted. We were provided Darryl's contact and after creeping his Youtube videos we knew we HAD to have him come to the house for a second opinion. To see the fascination, appreciation, knowledge and adoration Darryl had for all of the charm, character and nuances that come with a century home, not to mention his integrity and energy, we knew within minutes he was the ONLY person who could present this proud and charming farmhouse the way she deserved. It seemed more of an honour to Darryl to be a part of this homes story than it did his job. If I could leave more than 5 stars I would. Darryl Watty, what you have done for our family and this old house is more appreciated than you will ever know.

Array Contracting

Darryl is amazing to work with. He is extremely knowledgeable and made the process easier then we could have ever imagined.

Graeme Copeland

A true professional. Every detail of the buying and selling process performed top notch. Wouldn't hesitate to use Darryl again or recommend him to another buyer/ seller.

Trudy Kidd

Buying a home in a competitive seller's market might be stressful with a different agent, but having Darryl as our agent gave us the confidence that we would be able to get our dream home. Darryl is incredibly knowledgeable, dedicated, and highly experienced. He puts his clients first and his passion for this business is obvious. Darryl is professional, charismatic and honest. My mind was at ease during the whole process of buying our dream home and selling our starter home because of the trust I had in Darryl. In both buying and selling, we got what we wanted and I'm sure that's because Darryl works hard and was made for this career. I'm beyond grateful for everything he did for us and I highly recommend him!! You are making a smart choice when you go the Watty Way!

Jenny Quinlan

My husband and I first started working with Darryl back in 2016 when we were first time home buyers. We knew when we started thinking about selling and buying our next home in 2021 that Darryl would be our number one choice. The energy and expertise Darryl and his team bring to the table is unmatched. It really doesn't matter how big or small your question or concern may be they are quick to respond with all of the detail and more. Darryl has made the process of selling and buying a new home in todays market absolutely stress-free. We really couldn't see ourselves working with any other team. If you're looking for someone to help buy or sell your next home, I would highly recommend the team of skilled professionals at The Watty Way.

Lisa Dodds

Darryl is great! He's honest, reliable, and truly cares about his clients. Our house was listed fast, and sold even faster. Sold in one day, and WAY over asking price.

Chris Runstedler

Darryl is a solid real estate agent and good guy. He is responsive, knowledgeable, sincere and results driven. I highly recommend Darryl.

Chantal Mole

I worked with Darryl Watty and his team to sell my house during COVID. He was extremely professional, helpful and ensures a seamless sale process. His communication and responsiveness is top notch. When you work with the Watty team you can expect a stress free real estate experience. I cannot thank them enough for all the hard work and effort they put in to ensure the quick sale of my home. I couldn’t have done it without them!

Amy Vandenberg

I was hesitant about selling my home during Covid 19 but Darryl's attention to detail and strict compliance with the pandemic regulations made me feel very safe throughout the sales process. I was blown away by the professional and inviting video he made of my property and just how quickly my home sold - just 4 days on market, multiple offers and sold over asking! I used Darryl to purchase my home 3 years ago and again recently to sell.

david allison

Mr.Darryl Watty!! Where to begin. The first time my wife and I met Darryl we instantly knew that he was the perfect fit as our realtor. We had an old Victorian house still under renos. Darryl walked through all of our plans with us and gave lots of fantastic input and ideas of the best way to maximize return, still preserving the old charm. He is very knowledgeable and passionate about these beautiful old homes. Darryl was there with us and for us every step of the way. He helps absolutely any way he can and his advice and market knowledge are 100% bang on. As a realtor in my eyes he is absolutely one of the best, and you will not find another that carries themself with more integrity or professionalism!! Thanks again Darryl.

Amy Panning

Darryl’s professionalism and expertise are unmatched. We would highly recommend his services to anyone we know!

Janet Roberts

It can be a very overwhelming experience to sell your home after 30 plus years but Darryl made it a seamless transition. Darryl offers excellent advice and is professional in every way..He walked with us through the whole experience from the first conversation to the sold sign and after. Not to mention his innovative videos. The team at Chestnut Park Realty are also top notch and look after all the details that ensue after the sale. We were surprised by the emails and followup we received. Chestnut Park is the one to list with. We may be biased and that's the truth.

Tim Thatcher

Darryl is a no-nonsense type of agent that does not hesitate to share his knowledge, expertise and – most importantly – his down-to-earth perspectives on various neighbourhoods, houses and developers. Darryl’s candidness helped steer us clear of less-than-stellar neighbourhoods which greatly simplified our search. He kept us away from neighbourhoods that were not well maintained, lacked infrastructure or were shiny and new... but with low build quality and no privacy. He guided us through the types of questions to ask and what to look out for. In terms of finding the right house, Darryl held an initial meeting where he got to know us, understood our lifestyle & budget and learned what we were looking for in our home. He used this information and feedback from viewings to curate the listings we went to view. He advocated being strategic in our viewings so as to not exhaust ourselves driving between cities and to keep us from getting discouraged by viewing a lot of properties that wouldn’t actually work for us. He offered to scout out houses ahead of time if it made sense (though we luckily found our house relatively quickly) and never once pressured us on any house. Darryl had a good sense of the market value of houses and coached us through two offers: the first one had 6 offers and we were close. The second we narrowly won against 20 other offers. Lastly, Darryl connected us with his network of professionals (broker, lawyer) who all seem to be of the same caliber as Darryl. Overall, I highly recommend Darryl as a real estate agent. He has excellent knowledge of the Waterloo Region and will not steer you wrong.

GB

Absolute pleasure! Darryl takes away all of the anxiety and stress you may feel before, during, and after the selling of your home. If you appreciate open, honest and efficient communication, Darryl and his team are a fit for you! There is no guessing on next steps or feedback during the entire process. The marketing plan for our home was spectacular! Professional photos, 3D imagery, exposure on multiple social media platforms, and to top it off, a fully customized video walkthrough showcasing the best our property had to offer; Cineplex style! A++ experience! Thank you, Darryl and Team!

Elisabeth Burrow

They were very fast to reply to questions

gina

Darryl is incredibly knowledgeable about the local real estate market, and we really trusted his perspective as he assisted us to navigate such a wild, uncertain market during the pandemic. We are first time home buyers, and Darryl was very patient walking us through ALL of our housing options. It was quite evident that he wanted us to find the perfect home for our needs, not to settle for anything less. He took the time to listen and understand our priorities, and was very responsive and helpful guiding us through each step of the process. It can feel quite overwhelming to purchase a home, and it was a comfort to know that we could ask Darryl any question- big or small- and he'd have an informed, helpful answer to set our minds at ease. It's hard to know where to start sometimes when searching for a home, but Darryl was a calming, grounded presence throughout the 'ups and downs' of house hunting- very grateful to have him on our team!

Mike Kreutzer

It’s always a pleasure working with Darryl and his team. Darryl is very knowledgeable and professional. I would highly recommend using him and his team for all your real estate needs.

Kwame S

Me and my partner worked with Darryl to purchase our fist home in Kitchener. Before settling on working with him, we interviewed 3 other realtors but we felt the most confident working with Darryl. We are new to the area, so his knowledge of all Waterloo Region, his grounded demeanour, and the ability to explain everything to us is what set him apart. At the time of our purchase the market in the area was increasing week-to-week, and Darryl did a great job of weeding through all the listings to determine what would be a great fit for us, what would work in our budget, and what would be a realistic goal. After looking at about 8 homes, we decided to put in an offer and were able to secure a home on our first try. He was methodical with his approach and made sure that we didn’t waste our time visiting dozens of listings that would not be a good fit for us. Throughout the process we felt like he understood our needs, and he explained how he made decisions so that we were all on the same page . The team around him was also very helpful (special shoutout to Jim Lafitte) to ensure support with any last minute or urgent concerns. We would suggest Darryl to any of our friends and family. The biggest factor is that he doesn’t just look to get you in a home and move on - he tries to get you a place that you will love. Every step of the way he has connected us to other great professionals as well. The cherry on top of everything is we got a home we love in under a month!

Kara MacKinnon

Far surpassed my expectations! Darryl puts in the time and effort, and gets the deal done! Not to mention, makes the best videos of your home!

Natalie St. Croix

My husband and I were stressed selling our house for the first time and Darryl made the process so seamless. We can't thank him enough for all of his hard work and dedication to getting the job done. Whenever we needed him at any time of the day he was available to us. He absolutely made the experience positive and we would recommend him.

Stuart Wright

Best home buying experience ever! I can't even begin to describe how much care, passion, and pride Darryl has when it comes to helping you buy your next property. He honestly treats you like you were one of his family members and you can tell he focuses on delivering exceptional service over making a sale. If you want to be blown away by an amazing realtor, Darryl is your man!

Andrew Naismith

Darryl recently helped us buy our first home. Darryl does more than just sell people houses. He puts an incredible amount of time and care into helping clients find a home they love, and does it all while making the experience easy and enjoyable. A pleasure to work with!

Christine Bolton

We came into our home search like most people do - confused and terrified - but from the moment we met Darryl, we knew we were in safe hands. His knowledge of the area and of the factors that go into what would make a property perfect to us made us feel confident in our ability to find our dream home. What really blew us away was his knowledge of structural and technical issues. He was able to identify where problems could lurk and warn us of where we could anticipate future repair costs. On top of all that, Darryl is so fun to work with! His sense of humour and positive energy made the entire experience great, and we would recommend Darryl to anyone looking in Guelph/KW.

Bill Heath

I am very fortunate to have had Darryl representing me in my Cambridge sale! Here's why: 1. He's honest 2. He's knowledgeable 3. He's organized 4. He's with the times, ie: the videos and photos he produces are top quality and really show off the property and surroundings. I say this as a professional video producer. So thank you Darryl and Co. for making the sale easy and efficient.

S Rut

Selling our heritage home with Darryl Watty at the helm was nothing short of an outstanding experience. His professionalism, knowledge of the market, awareness of intricate details of our home, willingness to answer questions and attention to detail was exceptional. In fact, Darryl boldly approached us with a desire to represent us if we ever chose to sell our home! His appreciation and knowledge of established neighbourhoods and heritage homes was what sealed the deal for us. I’m glad we went with Darryl for our sale because his work ethic, determination and creativity was apparent every step of the way. We received follow-up and follow-through from start to finish, with Darryl and his professional team addressing every detail of concern to us. It was a pleasure to work with someone who was so positive, energetic, professional and forthright. Both my husband and I highly recommend the “Watty Way” if you are looking for a PERSONALIZED and EXCEPTIONAL real estate experience!

Jackman Ltd

Darryl is a consummate real estate professional. He skillfully takes the time to understand your needs and ensures that your experience with him is thorough, stress-free, and flawless. I would recommend Darryl to anyone looking for a unique and dedicated buying or selling transaction.

Kate Jenkins

I can't recommend Darryl enough as a realtor. As a first-time buyer and seller, he was always there to answer my questions in a way I could understand. He went above and beyond the call of duty on my recent sale. He is always willing to do whatever he can to help is clients. He truly cares about the person.

John Young

Darryl made our dreams a reality! My wife and I were first time homebuyers and we were referred to Darryl by our Mortgage Broker. From our first meeting with Darryl it was clear that he treats each client as individuals and tailors his service based on their own unique situation. He took the time to get to know us and learn about our lifestyle to find options for us that best suited our own personal wants and needs. Darryl was always available to answer all our questions and walk us through each step. When it came time to take action, Darryl was there right away to help us put in our offer and we were able to act quickly and capitalize on our opportunity to secure the house of our dreams while still staying within our budget. I will definitely continue to work with Darryl and would recommend him and his team to everyone I know who is in the market to buy or sell. 10/10 and 5 star experience. Thanks again for everything Darryl! John & Isabella

Ruth Casselman

Attentive, responsive, personable - exactly what we are looking for in a realtor. Darryl and his team found us the new home that we had hoped for and we're very grateful. Highly recommend.