Oakville, in Halton Region on the shore of Lake Ontario, is home to about 214,000 residents according to the 2021 Census. It is known for its historic downtown, waterfront parks, strong schools and some of the highest home prices in the GTA.
Neighbourhoods
- Downtown and Old Oakville: heritage homes, boutiques and restaurants near the harbour.
- Bronte: a lakeside village with a harbour and the Bronte Creek area nearby.
- Glen Abbey and River Oaks: established family communities.
- North Oakville: newer subdivisions north of Dundas Street.
Getting around
Oakville GO station is one of the busiest on the Lakeshore West line, with frequent service to Union Station. Bronte and Appleby GO stations also serve the town. Oakville Transit provides local buses, and the QEW, 403 and 407 cross the town.
Economy and education
Ford’s Oakville Assembly Complex is a major employer, and Sheridan College’s Trafalgar Road campus is known for animation and arts programs. Many residents commute to Toronto and Mississauga.
Housing
Oakville had an average selling price of about $1.37 million in September 2026, among the highest in the GTA according to TRREB. Large detached homes near the lake command premium prices, while townhouses and condos in north Oakville offer more accessible options.
Things to do
- Walk the waterfront at Coronation Park and Lakeside Park.
- Explore Bronte Creek Provincial Park.
- Shop and dine on Lakeshore Road downtown.
- Catch a show at the Oakville Centre for the Performing Arts.
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