# Toner Real Estate

**Trade:** Real Estate · **Address:** 444 Broadway, Lynn, MA 01904, USA · **Phone:** (617) 438-7878 · **Website:** http://www.tonerrealestate.com/ · **Languages:** English

**Rating: 4.6/5** (high confidence) — from 31 reviews across 5 sources.
100% of sentiment-scored reviews read net-positive. Last 6 months: 1 reviews, 0 negative.

## The honest read

Toner Real Estate is a Lynn brokerage led by Colleen Toner, whose Massachusetts real estate broker license is active, with a small team of named agents — Laura, Anna Budai-Loud, Antoinette 'Toni,' Toni Lynch and Melissa — handling residential, commercial and investment sales across the North Shore. The Massachusetts Office of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation gave the firm a Certificate of Appreciation, and the company's website states Colleen Toner was separately named an Honored Member in the Nationwide Registries Women of Distinction program.

The written record is dated rather than current — 31 reviews on file span 2021 through early 2026, with only one landing in the last six months — but it's deep and specific. In a 2026 review, one seller describes selling a Saugus home to the first buyer after a renegotiation, closing over asking price with photography the reviewer called marvelous. In a 2026 review, an out-of-state executor living in Colorado describes Colleen handling the sale of her late brother's Lynn house from 2,000 miles away, including details the reviewer says she wouldn't have known to handle herself. A 2023 review describes a similar remote transaction — a New York-based seller who says they never had to travel to Lynn to close.

Several reviews describe long-running client relationships: one 2025 review is from a repeat client who bought a home through Colleen a decade earlier and later sold it with her, and a 2022 review describes a client who researched three Lynn-area brokers before choosing Colleen based on her listing-price analysis and market knowledge. The team's other named agents draw their own praise — Laura for patiently walking a family through many towns before a purchase in a 2023 review, and Antoinette 'Toni' for going out of her way, including watching a client's kids during showings, in a 2022 review.

For a home sale or purchase on the North Shore, this is a well-reviewed, licensed brokerage with a track record across both routine sales and more complicated situations — probate, long-distance, and multi-property investment transactions.

**Strengths:**
- Licensed broker — Massachusetts real estate broker registration active
- State-recognized — Certificate of Appreciation from MA Consumer Affairs
- Handles complex sales — probate and long-distance transactions among the reviews
- Team of named agents — each draws individual, specific client praise

## Claims & citations

Every claim below is backed by real evidence rows — uncited claims are dropped in code before publication.

- Massachusetts real estate broker license verified active _(confidence: high)_
  - [State License Registry](https://occupationallicensingandpermitting.mass.gov/madol/s/license-search-page) — “MA real_estate_broker license 9047089-RE-B verified active”
- Awarded a Certificate of Appreciation by the Massachusetts Office of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation _(confidence: high)_
  - [Official Website](http://www.tonerrealestate.com) — “Stated certification/affiliation: Certificate of Appreciation from the Massachusetts Office of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation”
  - [itemlive.com](https://itemlive.com/2021/11/18/toner-real-estate-is-the-gold-standard-in-lynn/) — “itemlive.com — Toner Real Estate was awarded a Certificate of Appreciation from Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation Undersecretary Edwa…”
- Colleen Toner named an Honored Member in the Nationwide Registries Women of Distinction program, per the company's website _(confidence: low)_
  - [Official Website](http://www.tonerrealestate.com) — “Stated certification/affiliation: Colleen Toner named an Honored Member by the Nationwide Registries Women of Distinction Honors Edition”
- Reviews describe handling out-of-state and probate/estate sales for clients who could not be present locally _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT25KVlJUZGtXbVZJVmtSU016WmhaRm8yVm10S1kyYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x7e05e844e1270487!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOnJVRTdkWmVIVkRSMzZhZFo2VmtKY2c%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ My brother, who lived in Lynn, died and made me his executor.   I live in Colorado and we had no remaining family in New England.  Collee…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURaNHQtczl3RRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x7e05e844e1270487!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDZ4t-s9wE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ We just sold our house with help from the best real estate agent in the city of Lynn- Colleen Toner. Knowledge, experience, marketing, an…”
- Multiple named agents draw individual praise for responsiveness and market knowledge _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNWbjdEbXFRRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x7e05e844e1270487!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICVn7DmqQE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Laura was an absolute dream to work with! She is incredibly knowledgeable, professional, and so patient. She really knows the area (we lo…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNPNDYtQjZBRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x7e05e844e1270487!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICO46-B6AE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ An extremely responsive, fantastic real estate agent whose extensive knowledge and good advice helped this first time home buyer land his…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURPN2VfRThRRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x7e05e844e1270487!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDO7e_E8QE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Work with Antoinette (Toni) if you need a real estate agent. You will be delighted. She is down to earth, professional and cares so much …”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNPN29UWU5nEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x7e05e844e1270487!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICO7oTYNg%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ I was very pleased with Toni Lynch! She's professional, prompt in responding and very kind. I have dealt with many realtors, but Toni is …”
- Team includes broker Colleen Toner and agents Laura, Anna Budai-Loud, Antoinette (Toni), Toni Lynch and Melissa _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNIOFlDZHF3RRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x7e05e844e1270487!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICH8YCdqwE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Colleen and her team were outstanding!  She laid out a plan to sell our home, was diligent in scheduling open houses and private showings…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNWbjdEbXFRRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x7e05e844e1270487!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICVn7DmqQE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Laura was an absolute dream to work with! She is incredibly knowledgeable, professional, and so patient. She really knows the area (we lo…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNPNDYtQjZBRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x7e05e844e1270487!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICO46-B6AE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ An extremely responsive, fantastic real estate agent whose extensive knowledge and good advice helped this first time home buyer land his…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURPN2VfRThRRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x7e05e844e1270487!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDO7e_E8QE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Work with Antoinette (Toni) if you need a real estate agent. You will be delighted. She is down to earth, professional and cares so much …”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNPN29UWU5nEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x7e05e844e1270487!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICO7oTYNg%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ I was very pleased with Toni Lynch! She's professional, prompt in responding and very kind. I have dealt with many realtors, but Toni is …”
- Residential home sales _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT25ob2IxcFhOV3R0VFVOV1UwcDJWVlEyU3pOWVJtYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x7e05e844e1270487!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOnhob1pXNWttTUNWU0p2VVQ2SzNYRmc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Colleen help us sell our home at 166 Essex St., Saugus MA. The photographer she has did a marvelous job highlighting the beauty of our ho…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT25oZlZtSkVPRXhOVUVWQ2NtRnJWelY0VGxkMWNFRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x7e05e844e1270487!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOnhfVmJEOExNUEVCcmFrVzV4Tld1cEE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ My family had a great experience selling our condo in Lynn using Toner Real Estate. Colleen was super helpful all the way thru the proces…”
- First-time buyer representation _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNPNDYtQjZBRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x7e05e844e1270487!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICO46-B6AE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ An extremely responsive, fantastic real estate agent whose extensive knowledge and good advice helped this first time home buyer land his…”
- Estate and probate sales _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT25KVlJUZGtXbVZJVmtSU016WmhaRm8yVm10S1kyYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x7e05e844e1270487!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOnJVRTdkWmVIVkRSMzZhZFo2VmtKY2c%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ My brother, who lived in Lynn, died and made me his executor.   I live in Colorado and we had no remaining family in New England.  Collee…”
- Investment property sales _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnTURRMnJ2R0tREAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x7e05e844e1270487!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgMDQ2rvGKQ%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ I chose Toner Real Estate to help with selling my rental property.  Colleen and Anna did an outstanding job.  their expertise, dedication…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUM5dU5mUzh3RRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x7e05e844e1270487!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIC9uNfS8wE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Colleen Toner is a very knowledgeable Agent who I have worked with to purchase and sell several properties over the years. Her experience…”
- Specializes in Real Estate _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT25ob2IxcFhOV3R0VFVOV1UwcDJWVlEyU3pOWVJtYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x7e05e844e1270487!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOnhob1pXNWttTUNWU0p2VVQ2SzNYRmc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Colleen help us sell our home at 166 Essex St., Saugus MA. The photographer she has did a marvelous job highlighting the beauty of our ho…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT25KVlJUZGtXbVZJVmtSU016WmhaRm8yVm10S1kyYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x7e05e844e1270487!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOnJVRTdkWmVIVkRSMzZhZFo2VmtKY2c%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ My brother, who lived in Lynn, died and made me his executor.   I live in Colorado and we had no remaining family in New England.  Collee…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnTURRMnJ2R0tREAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x7e05e844e1270487!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgMDQ2rvGKQ%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ I chose Toner Real Estate to help with selling my rental property.  Colleen and Anna did an outstanding job.  their expertise, dedication…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNWbjdEbXFRRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x7e05e844e1270487!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICVn7DmqQE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Laura was an absolute dream to work with! She is incredibly knowledgeable, professional, and so patient. She really knows the area (we lo…”

## License

Status: **active** (#9047089-RE-B, real_estate_broker) — verified against the official MA state registry on 2026-07-28, never self-reported.
Re-check at the official registry: https://occupationallicensingandpermitting.mass.gov/madol/s/license-search-page

## Sources

- [Google](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Toner%20Real%20Estate&query_place_id=ChIJZd61jilt44kRhwQn4UToBX4): 5.0★ from 61 ratings
- [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Toner%20Real%20Estate&query_place_id=ChIJZd61jilt44kRhwQn4UToBX4): Listed on this source
- [Official Website](http://www.tonerrealestate.com): Self-reported profile and service details
- [Exa](https://www.businessyab.com/explore/united_states/massachusetts/essex_county/lynn/broadway/444/toner-real-estate-781-780-9054.html): 6 web mentions across the open web (each linked to its source)
- [Porch](https://pro.porch.com/lynn-ma/real-estate-professionals/toner-real-estate/pp): Listed on this source

## Mentions

Unverified third-party mentions found on the open web — relay with attribution ("a Reddit commenter said…"), never as Tavlee's own finding.

- “Toner Real Estate was awarded a Certificate of Appreciation from Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation Undersecretary Edward Palleschi on Thursday.” — itemlive.com (2021-11-18) — https://itemlive.com/2021/11/18/toner-real-estate-is-the-gold-standard-in-lynn/

## Recent reviews

- **5/5 · Google Reviews · rhonda sabbio · 2026-06-07**: Colleen’s attention to details and professionalism is superb. She guided me through every step with great care, I never felt overwhelmed or concerned. Colleen’s knowledge of the real estate market and strategic approach resulted in an expeditious sale of my home.
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Donna Abusabra · 2026-02-01**: Colleen Toner was excellent to work with.  She is knowledgeable and responsive to any questions. She goes the extra mile to make sure everything is done correctly and advocates for her clients. I would highly recommend Colleen to anyone.
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Deb McHugh · 2026-01-09**: Colleen and her team are truly top-notch-there is no need to look any further. Colleen is the real deal. From the beginning, she put us at ease with her professionalism, knowledge, and responsiveness. When challenges arose, she handled them calmly and efficiently, clearly explaining our options and …
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Kathy Otterson · 2026-01-08**: Colleen help us sell our home at 166 Essex St., Saugus MA. The photographer she has did a marvelous job highlighting the beauty of our home. Selling to the first buyer after renegotiated with one other buyer. Got over asking. Colleen was with us the whole way from start to finish. She worked with en…
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Ken Emery · 2026-01-05**: My brother, who lived in Lynn, died and made me his executor.   I live in Colorado and we had no remaining family in New England.  Colleen Toner made the process of selling his house easy (and profitable), she took care of a myriad of details that a) I didn't know about and b) would have had great t…
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · DMM Babineau · 2025-12-29**: My family had a great experience selling our condo in Lynn using Toner Real Estate. Colleen was super helpful all the way thru the process and had great insight into local market conditions and the specifics of our property. I highly recommend Toner Real Estate.
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Funmi Korede · 2025-08-20**: Colleen is a true professional! Her knowledge of market trends and ability to provide clear guidance made her an easy choice. i will definately refer her to potential clients looking for someone trusthworthy.
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Cíntia Miranda · 2025-08-18**: Collen Toner is very knowledgeable and wonderful to work with.  She worked with us searching for our next home and we never felt pressured.  She is very honest and thorough. We highly recommend Toner Real Estate!
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Teavy Moeung · 2025-08-17**: We had a wonderful experience working with Colleen and Anna at Toner Real Estate while selling our first home in Marblehead. As a family of four, we had lots of questions and concerns, and they were incredibly patient with us throughout the process. Their whole team was very responsive to any reques…
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Alex Castiello · 2025-06-05**: Colleen is extremely professional, always caring for my needs, overcoming any and all obstacles. Very attentive to detail and her availability was strong. It was my second time working with Colleen, she helped me purchase my home 10 years ago and just helped me sell it. All around 5 stars, I would r…

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