MEET THE WHITNEY TEAM

We are a luxury residential real estate team specializing in high-end homes in Waterloo Region for over 40 years. We bring an inherent wealth of knowledge backed by five generations of tradition and excellence. Be part of our legacy.

LUXURY RESIDENTIAL REAL ESTATE

THE
WHITNEY WAY

The WHITNEY Residential team maintains an excellent working relationship. As lifelong residents of Kitchener-Waterloo, our services are always personable, polished, professional, detailed and well received at all levels of every project. It is our practice at WHITNEY Residential to give our clients our undivided attention. We are reliable, trusted and community-minded every step of the way.


We offer the highest level of expertise and service with integrity.


Success is Measured by Results!

Colleen Whitney has sold over 200 million dollars of luxury residential real estate in Kitchener-Waterloo. As a leading luxury real estate professional, Colleen’s success is due to:

  • 4 decades of real estate sales experience –
    a wealth of industry knowledge!
  • High standards of excellence
  • In-depth market insights with tremendous attention to detail
  • Excellent negotiating skills


These well-honed skills ultimately provide optimal results and the inevitable success that comes from working with WHITNEY!

COLLEEN WHITNEY

Colleen Whitney

Real Estate Agent

WHITNEY & Company’s residential division has been led by Colleen Whitney since 1982. 

Professional ethics, high standards, honesty and conducting herself with integrity is the foundation of her business model. As a member of a 5th generation business family, Colleen upholds an established tradition of excellence.

Colleen has amassed an exceptional portfolio of luxury residential real estate sales in the ultra-luxury property sector within Waterloo Region. In 2021 and 2022, Colleen successfully brokered two significant transactions totalling just under $10M. 

Wealth of Knowledge

Her in-depth wealth of knowledge and honed skill set at the prestige luxury level has earned her the trust and respect of her discerning clientele.

Colleen is an advocate for client needs, she is an effective communicator, superior negotiator, respectful of client confidentiality, exercises legal documentation diligence, respectful of clients’ busy schedules and lifestyles and conscientious about the security and well-being of clientele property and their valued investment.

She is very inquisitive, and immensely research focused. Always seeking fact-based answers and priding herself as an independent thinker. Colleen has a critical understanding of both buying and selling strategies and is known as a top producer. She listens in earnest to each client and offers a customized strategic approach to best suit their needs. 

Colleen’s natural creativity and resourcefulness has served her well. Also of value to her clients is Colleen’s extensive knowledge of new-construction, renovations, including quality of workmanship and her deep understanding of sophisticated design.

Luxury Leader

Her niche in luxury residential real estate sales has resulted in over 75 transactions in the $1 Million + range.   

We are honoured to have an inspirational Luxury Leader and practiced Negotiator on our Team!

Ginger Whitney

Broker, Vice President


With over 13 years of experience in the real estate industry, Ginger Whitney has established herself as a prominent figure in the Region of Waterloo. Her expertise spans various aspects of real estate, including leasing, acquisitions, property management, and investment analysis.

Ginger’s success can be attributed to her strong work ethic, attention to detail, and dedication to providing exceptional service to her clients. She takes the time to understand their unique needs and goals, allowing her to tailor her approach and deliver optimal results.

As Vice President and Broker at WHITNEY & Company, Ginger Whitney is instrumental in driving the company’s overall success. Her extensive experience and expertise in the luxury residential real estate industry make her a valuable asset to the organization.

Market Research

Ginger’s extensive knowledge of the local market and her ability to identify emerging trends and opportunities make her a valuable asset to her clients. She keeps herself updated with the latest market data, economic indicators, and industry news to provide accurate and reliable advice.


Throughout her career, Ginger has built strong relationships with key stakeholders in the real estate industry, including developers, investors, lenders, and government officials. This network allows her to stay informed about upcoming projects, policy changes, and investment opportunities, giving her clients a competitive advantage.

Ginger’s commitment to professional development is evident in her numerous certifications and designations. She holds a SIOR and a CCIM designation, both of which have equipped her with a solid foundation in real estate principles and business management.

Community Involvement

In addition to her professional achievements, Ginger is actively involved in the community and serves on various industry boards and committees. She is passionate about giving back and works tirelessly to support local charities and initiatives. Currently, Ginger serves on the Board of Directors for Contemporary Art Forum Kitchener and Area (CAFKA), showcasing her commitment to supporting the arts and community development. Through her community involvement, Ginger demonstrates her genuine care for the well-being and growth of her community.


Ginger Whitney’s exceptional knowledge, expertise, and track record of success make her a trusted advisor in the real estate industry. Clients can rely on her to navigate complex transactions, provide strategic guidance, and deliver exceptional results.

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Nicolette Whitney

Real Estate Agent

As the newest addition to WHITNEY & Company, Nicolette Whitney brings a fresh, energetic lens to the evolving Waterloo Region real estate market.

 

Nicolette has an affinity for helping others and a commitment to staying informed about local trends. She is very inquisitive and immensely research-focused; always seeking fact-based answers and priding herself as an independent thinker.

 

She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology from Bates College, USA—giving her a deep understanding of society, human behaviour and how successful communities are established and evolve. Additionally, her experience as an elementary school teacher has positioned her to better understand the needs of growing families.

 

With her focus on residential real estate, Nicolette brings to the team extensive expertise in digital marketing and contributes a blend of creativity, strategy, and client-focused services to every transaction. At a boutique brokerage, relationships matter—and that’s exactly how Nicolette approaches her business: one client at a time, with care, trust and dedication. She provides personalized support every step of the way.

 

Nicolette grew up in Kitchener-Waterloo in a multigenerational real estate family. From a young age, she worked as an administrative assistant at the WHITNEY & Company office where she learned the importance of attention to detail in real estate transactions. As the Company’s newest real estate agent, Nicolette looks forward to following in the footsteps of five generations of Whitneys!

Testimonials
"Colleen took the time to really understand our needs and was able to find us exactly what we were looking for. Her knowledge of the neighbourhoods we were targeting was truly amazing and her professionalism and responsiveness was unparalleled. I would recommend Colleen in a heartbeat as a real estate agent and I’m sure I will be using her again at some point in the future."
P. Sandusky
"Carol and I would like to thank you for the patience, time and attention to detail you provided when listing and selling our home. Your professional approach instilled confidence in our decision to choose you as our realtor. Your skills and ability to focus, communicate, and market our home proved highly successful resulting in a sale in a timely manner. Thank you."
Bill & Carol Jack
"Choosing Colleen as our agent was the best decision we made as we decided to buy a home in Waterloo. She was professional, proactive, always accessible and brought an attention to detail that made us feel confident and comfortable throughout the process. Being newcomers to the area, she consistently brought valuable insights and data, making our decisions informed. Great experience."
Aras Kolya
"Our family was extremely impressed by the professionalism, seasoned experience, detailed knowledge, and common sense of Colleen and Ginger Whitney in the sale of our country property. Their formidable skill set in the real estate industry was welcoming an d based on integrity, sound judgement, and resourcefulness.
In the most challenging of times during the peak of Covid, we could count on Colleen and Ginger to see to all the nuances and details of keeping our home safe and all the personnel involved in the sale of a significant estate. We hold the Whitney family in the highest of business real estate acumen and praise them for their talent and capability."
Dr. James and Helen Cummins & Family
"From our very first meeting I realized that I wanted to work with Colleen. She has a principled, respectful and honourable approach. I was immediately impressed with Colleen's goal - oriented action. She definitely has a 'Get the job done' mentality. No questions were left unanswered, and she always responded promptly to my questions, alleviating any stress.
I found her to be honest and upfront while carefully explaining her process in a way that definitely showed her experience and expertise in real estate. I would highly recommend Colleen to anyone who is buying or selling a home."
v. lANG
"It was a pleasure having you as our Realtor. Thank you for supporting us during the sale of our home. Your expertise and knowledge of the premium market and buy was reassuring as we sold, bought and arranged a rental that suited our families' needs.
It is evident you have a passion for your field and your commitment to ensuring this was as easy as possible was obvious. I thought we were asking a lot to have you sell, find a new home to renovate and accommodate temporary housing in such a timeline but you managed to do so with ease. Hayley and I will gladly recommend you!"
Tim & Hayley Sellner
"Erica and I would like to thank both of you for assisting in the purchase of our new home in Kiwanis Park. When Erica first contacted you as the listing agent, we asked if you could show us the house as it was short notice, and we did not have an agent. After meeting you and Ginger during this first house tour, we quickly appreciated your knowledge of the home, and t he River Oak community. We did not consider it ideal to use the listing agent, as our agent, but our first impression of both of you displaced these concerns.
You were both professional, honest, and very personable, which supported our decision to ask you to represent us in the process. You were always there to answer any questions we had in a timely manner and provided important advice throughout the process. We would be pleased to recommend you to anyone looking to sell or purchase a home, as I'm sure they will have the same positive and professional experience."
Dr. Erica Eidt & Craig Smith
"Carolyn and I were very pleased with the help and counseling that you provided with the sale of our property. I think that you are totally invested in the upscale real estate market in K-W and are probably the most knowledgeable person in this market.
Your years of experience certainly paid off in your advice and technical ability to complete our sale. We would recommend you to any buyer or seller."
Carolyn & Rich Hodgson Sr.

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