5 Best Auction Houses in Toronto (2026)

Independently ranked by our review of ratings, reviews and reputation · How we chose

By Talise Sterling, Goods and Shopping · ✓ Data verified August 2026 · 8 min read

Auction houses in Toronto range from a warehouse of everyday liquidation lots to a fine art gallery selling six-figure Canadian paintings, and the names on this page reflect that full spread. Affordable Creations alone has logged 563 Google reviews, and ratings across the page run from 4.1 to 4.9, so what you're bidding on matters more than the platform itself.

Short answer: The Stock Room Auctions leads with a 4.9 rating across 276 reviews, an online-to-pickup warehouse auction covering general merchandise. For fine art specifically, Cowley Abbott Fine Art (4.8, 48 reviews) specializes in Canadian and international collectible art, while Affordable Creations (4.3, 563 reviews) focuses on jewelry auctions.

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1. The Stock Room Auction…
2. Affordable Creations
3. 888 Auctions
4. LPL AUCTION
5. Cowley Abbott Fine Art
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Toronto's auction houses compared

#	Business	Rating	Reviews	Best for
1	The Stock Room Auctions \| Online Auction Toronto	4.9 ★	276	General merchandise, online bidding to pickup	View ›
2	Affordable Creations	4.3 ★	563	Online jewelry auctions	View ›
3	888 Auctions	4.1 ★	296	Estate sales and collectible coins	View ›
4	LPL AUCTION	4.5 ★	97	General online auctions with fast pickup	View ›
5	Cowley Abbott Fine Art	4.8 ★	48	Fine art and Canadian collectible art	View ›

Our top picks, reviewed

#1 Overall🕑 Open 6 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

The Stock Room Auctions | Online Auction Toronto

4.9276 Google reviews

The Stock Room Auctions is an Etobicoke warehouse and liquidator running online auctions for general merchandise, with items collected in person after bidding closes. It positions itself as a value-focused alternative to retail, with a large in-person warehouse alongside its online bidding platform.

What people praise

Staff repeatedly named and praised for helpful, patient customer service
Items described as matching their listing descriptions accurately
Smooth transition from online bidding to in-store pickup
Competitive pricing compared to retail noted across multiple reviews

Worth knowing

As a liquidation-style auction, item variety and stock can change week to week

Reputation scorecardrank in Toronto

Rating4.9 / 5

Review volume276 · 86th

Confidencehigh

Recency5 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown93% 5-star

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Our take: The highest rating on this page and a genuinely smooth bidding-to-pickup process make this the safest starting point for general auction shopping in Toronto.

Website +1416-207-9755 Directions

301 Evans Ave., Etobicoke, ON M8Z 1K2

#2🕑 Open 5 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Affordable Creations

4.3563 Google reviews

Affordable Creations runs online jewelry and coin auctions through the HiBid platform from its downtown Toronto location, shipping items across Canada and the US. It lists retail values alongside auction prices and includes signed appraisals for higher-value jewelry pieces.

What people praise

Items described as matching their descriptions with included signed appraisals
Quick shipping repeatedly noted, even to US addresses
Large, varied selection of jewelry and coins available for bid
A published satisfaction guarantee on completed purchases

Worth knowing

Several reviewers found the USD invoicing and retail-value comparisons confusing for Canadian bidders, and lot descriptions sometimes lack details like ring size or metal purity

Reputation scorecardrank in Toronto

Rating4.3 / 5

Review volume563 · 97th

Confidencehigh

Recency4 months ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown70% 5-star

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Our take: The largest review base on this page, though the rating reflects real frustration from some Canadian bidders about currency and pricing clarity. Worth reading the terms closely before bidding.

Website +1647-503-4666 Directions

151 Yonge St Fl 11th, Toronto, ON M5C 2W7

#3🕑 Open 5 days/wk

888 Auctions

4.1296 Google reviews

888 Auctions in Richmond Hill has run estate sales and live auctions since 2011, specializing in art, antiques and collectibles alongside coin and ephemera lots. It combines an online bidding marketplace with in-person estate liquidation services.

What people praise

Staff named repeatedly for polite, flexible customer service
Interactive bidding process and timely email alerts praised
High-quality items noted, including rare pieces and fine art
Over a decade of experience in estate auctions

Worth knowing

Some reviewers found the third-party shipping company's fees high with limited flexibility on options

Reputation scorecardrank in Toronto

Rating4.1 / 5

Review volume296 · 92nd

Confidencemoderate

Recency4 months ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown72% 5-star

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Our take: A solid rating for a specialist in estate sales and collectibles, though it's worth planning for in-person pickup if shipping costs are a concern.

Website +1905-763-7201 Directions

280 West Beaver Creek Rd #15, Richmond Hill, ON L4B 3Z1

#4🕑 Open 5 days/wk

LPL AUCTION

4.597 Google reviews

LPL Auction operates out of Scarborough, running online auctions with in-person pickup for a general range of items. It's a newer name in Toronto's auction scene with a growing but consistently positive review base.

What people praise

Pickup process described as quick and well-organized
Staff consistently praised for friendliness and responsiveness
Transparent bidding process noted by multiple reviewers
Good prices on a range of items starting low

Worth knowing

Its shorter operating history means less review volume to judge consistency over time

Reputation scorecardrank in Toronto

Rating4.5 / 5

Review volume97 · 81st

Confidenceearly

Recency6 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown84% 5-star

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Our take: A strong early rating with a smaller but very consistent review base, worth considering for general auction bidding closer to Scarborough.

Website +1289-915-0789 Directions

931 Progress Ave, Scarborough, ON M1G 3V5

#5🕑 Open 5 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Cowley Abbott Fine Art

4.848 Google reviews

Cowley Abbott Fine Art is a Toronto gallery and auction house specializing in Canadian and international fine art, running live auction events alongside its gallery space on Dundas Street West. It works with both established collectors and consigners looking to sell individual pieces.

What people praise

Staff, including specific specialists, praised for expertise and personal attention
Wine and cheese gallery events described as polished and educational
Record prices achieved at live auction events for consigned pieces
A welcoming atmosphere noted even for newer art collectors

Worth knowing

The gallery keeps limited public hours around its auction schedule, so it's worth checking before a walk-in visit

Reputation scorecardrank in Toronto

Rating4.8 / 5

Review volume48 · 58th

Confidenceearly

Recency3 months ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown83% 5-star

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Our take: A strong rating and clear specialization set this apart from the general merchandise auctions on this page. The pick for anyone specifically buying or selling fine art in Toronto.

Website +1866-931-8415 Directions

326 Dundas St W, Toronto, ON M5T 1G5

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How we score

Rating is the live Google average. Review volume measures how many bidders actually left a review, ranked against others on this page. Confidence blends the two, so a rating built on hundreds of reviews scores higher than one built on a handful. Recency checks how recently people are still reviewing the auction house. No business can pay to change these numbers.

How much do auction fees cost in Toronto? (2026)

Auction pricing in Toronto typically includes the winning bid plus a buyer’s premium, and sometimes additional fees for shipping, credit card processing or currency conversion, so the final cost can run well above the hammer price.

Job	Typical price
Buyer’s premium (typical)	15%
Credit card processing fee	3%
Shipping and handling fee	$20

Ranges compiled August 2026 from a real customer-reported fee breakdown in a Google review for a business on this page.

Serving all of Toronto

These auction houses span Etobicoke, downtown Toronto, Richmond Hill and Scarborough, covering the wider Greater Toronto Area. If you’re searching for an auction house near me in Toronto, most of these businesses offer online bidding with in-person pickup, so location matters mainly for collection.

What to ask before you bid at an auction house

What currency is bidding and invoicing conducted in?
What’s the total buyer’s premium and any additional fees?
Is a signed appraisal or authenticity certificate included for higher-value items?
Is in-person pickup available, or is shipping the only option?
What’s the return or dispute policy if an item doesn’t match its description?
How are consigned items priced and estimated before auction?

Frequently asked questions

Are these rankings paid?

No. Rankings come from public Google data. A business can pay to be a Featured Partner (badge + top placement), but that never changes another business’s score or position.

How did you choose these auction houses in Toronto?

We pulled real Google Business Profiles for auction houses across Toronto and ranked them by live rating, review volume, and how recently bidders have reviewed them.

How often is this list updated?

This page was verified in August 2026 using current Google review data, and we refresh it periodically as ratings and review counts change.

Which auction house is best for fine art specifically?

Cowley Abbott Fine Art specializes in Canadian and international art, distinct from the general merchandise and jewelry auctions elsewhere on this page.

Do these auctions ship outside of Toronto?

Several do. Affordable Creations and 888 Auctions both have reviews describing shipping to the United States, though fees and speed vary.

The bottom line

The Stock Room Auctions is the safest default for general merchandise given its rating and smooth pickup process. If you’re specifically buying or selling fine art, Cowley Abbott is the specialist worth contacting directly.

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