Oakville

A lakeshore town in Halton Region with a walkable downtown, harbour, and mature residential streets.

Overview

Overview for Oakville, Ontario

Oakville is a town on Lake Ontario, between Mississauga and Burlington. It has two old harbours, a busy main street in its old downtown, and many parks and trails along its creeks. Most homes are detached houses, with more townhomes and condos near the GO stations and in the north.

Municipality
Oakville, Ontario
On the market today
1128 homes
Our office
2904 South Sheridan Way, Unit 304
Oakville, ON L6J 7L7
Prices, supply and pace
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Neighbourhoods

Where to look in Oakville

The homes

Detached houses are the most common home in Oakville. The south, near the lake, has older homes on larger lots. Glen Abbey, River Oaks and West Oak Trails are mostly homes from the 1980s to the 2000s. North Oakville and the area around Oakville GO add new townhomes and condos.

  • Old Oakville

    The original downtown on the lake. Shops and cafes line Lakeshore Road.

  • Bronte

    A lakeside village in the west end, built around Bronte Harbour.

  • Glen Abbey

    Streets of detached homes and townhomes around the Glen Abbey golf course.

  • West Oak Trails

    Homes from the 1990s and 2000s, with trails through the creek valleys.

  • River Oaks

    Detached homes and townhomes near Sixteen Mile Creek.

  • Joshua Creek and Eastlake

    East Oakville streets with larger lots, close to the lake and the QEW.

  • North Oakville

    The newest part of town, north of Dundas Street, with many new townhomes and houses.

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5.0 ★ on Google · 20 reviews (Oct 2026)

  • A huge thank you to Kerri for helping us find our ideal home in a fantastic school district! She is incredibly knowledgeable about the Oakville market and guided us with great expertise every step of the way. If you’re looking for a trusted agent in Oakville, she comes highly recommended!
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Living here

Around Oakville, Ontario

Getting around Oakville: trains, buses and highways.

Our Oakville office

2904 South Sheridan Way, Unit 304, Oakville, ON L6J 7L7

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  1. Lakeshore West GO trains stop at Oakville GO and Bronte GO, with all-day service to Union Station in Toronto.

  2. The QEW crosses the town. Highway 407 runs across the north, and Highway 403 leads north-east to Mississauga.

  3. Oakville Transit buses connect the neighbourhoods to both GO stations.

On the market

Homes in Oakville

Homes on the market in the area.

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Questions

Oakville, answered

How many homes are for sale in Oakville?

Our site lists 1,128 homes for sale in Oakville. Ask Kerri for the latest prices, counts and status.

What kinds of homes are in Oakville?

Detached houses are the most common home in Oakville. The south, near the lake, has older homes on larger lots. Glen Abbey, River Oaks and West Oak Trails are mostly homes from the 1980s to the 2000s. North Oakville and the area around Oakville GO add new townhomes and condos.

How do people get around from Oakville?

Lakeshore West GO trains stop at Oakville GO and Bronte GO, with all-day service to Union Station in Toronto. The QEW crosses the town. Highway 407 runs across the north, and Highway 403 leads north-east to Mississauga. Oakville Transit buses connect the neighbourhoods to both GO stations.

Which Oakville neighbourhoods are close to the lake?

Old Oakville, Bronte, Joshua Creek and Eastlake all sit near Lake Ontario. Old Oakville and Bronte each have a harbour and a small main street.

How much land transfer tax do you pay in Oakville?

You pay Ontario land transfer tax only. There is no extra city tax in Oakville. First-time buyers can get up to $4,000 back. Our calculator shows the exact amount for any price.

Do you stage and market homes for sale in Oakville?

Yes. We stage your Oakville home for free when we list it. Every listing also gets HDR photos, video, drone footage and a 3D virtual tour. Most buyers see a home online first. It has to look its best there.

Do you help first-time buyers in Oakville?

Yes. We start with the full cost, not just the price. That means the down payment, land transfer tax and closing costs. Before you make an offer in Oakville, we show you what similar homes nearby sold for. Then you know what the home is worth. Our Local Buyer Guide is free and covers each step.

How much is my Oakville home worth?

Ask us for a free home valuation. A local agent looks at recent sales near you and sends you a price range. There is no cost and no obligation.

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