GTA Real Estate Comparison
Oakville vs Burlington
A side-by-side comparison of real estate markets, prices, neighbourhoods, schools, and lifestyle between Oakville, Halton Region and Burlington, Halton Region.
Oakville
Market Comparison
Lifestyle & Key Highlights
Halton Region
Oakville
Oakville is consistently ranked among Canada's most liveable cities — offering luxury lakefront estates, Canada's top-ranked schools, a charming historic downtown, and world-class golf.
- Canada's top-ranked schools
- Lake Ontario waterfront
- Historic Oakville Harbour
- Glen Abbey Golf Club
- Sheridan College campus
Halton Region
Burlington
Burlington combines small-city warmth with big-city amenities — offering stunning Spencer Smith waterfront, the Royal Botanical Gardens, excellent schools, and beautiful residential neighbourhoods.
- Spencer Smith Park waterfront
- Royal Botanical Gardens
- Excellent Halton schools
- QEW & 407 & 403 access
- Burlington GO Station
Our Verdict
Oakville or Burlington?
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If affordability is your priority, Burlington ($1.25M) averages lower than Oakville ($1.75M).
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Oakville offers more neighbourhood diversity with 18 distinct areas to choose from.
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Oakville specializes in Luxury and Detached homes, while Burlington is strong in Detached and Townhouse.
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Both markets are active MLS® areas serviced by York Nine Real Estate — our agents have closed transactions across Halton Region and Halton Region.