Is Oakville a RICH city? Is Oakville a good place to live? Moving to Oakville Ontario but you don't know where to start? Watch this video to learn!

Oakville Ontario is the most EXPENSIVE town to live in in the Greater Toronto Area. Beautifully nestled on the shores of Lake Ontario, Oakville Ontario offers trendy neighbourhoods, exceptional private and public schools and plenty of recreational activities for the whole family...

But in this video we cover what it’s ACTUALLY like to live here. You'll learn the average prices of homes, things to do in the area, what the people are like. And I'm going to be brutally honest with you - giving you the the good AND the BAD of Oakville Ontario.

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Hi in this video we’re going to talk about one of Toronto’s most affluent suburbs. It’s the most expensive town to live in in the Greater Toronto Area. Beautifully nestled on the shores of Lake Ontario, Oakville Ontario offers trendy neighbourhoods, exceptional private and public schools and plenty of recreational activities. And in this video we’re gonna get in to what it’s like to actually live here - How expensive is it? Is it bougie? Is it worth it? Is it good is it fun is it safe? Stay tuned because I’m about to drop the good the bad and the ugly. These are your top pros and cons of living in Oakville ontario.  

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#1 House Prices are Expensive 

Crazy expensive. So for example a 1 bedroom condo is going to run you about $675,000, a 2 bedroom town will cost you about $1.15 million dollars, a 3-bed semi will likely go for about $1.4 million dollars, and a 4 or more bedroom detached house just like this one here will easily run you a cool $2.7  million dollars so it is not cheap to live here but there are definitely some neighborhoods that are less expensive than others, so if you plan on making a move here just make sure you have a good realtor to help you find the best home to fit your budget. Someone like me :)

#2 Few condos

However, it’s important to note that there isn’t a big inventory of condo buildings in Oakville. The town likes to keep their skies clear and free of obstruction, so across the town and throughout the neighborhoods you’re only going to find about a dozen or so high rises. That means if you are looking for a smaller space to live, say in an apartment or the like, then your options in Oakville are going to be more limited. 

#3 Traffic

Now the funny thing is that despite a relatively low number of condo buildings in the town, there’s still lots of traffic. Because usually when you have a high concentration of buildings that means more people and that in turn leads to more traffic. But in Oakville, even though it’s not a densely populated community, you still get traffic - people commuting in out and throughout town. For example, to get from the Marriott hotel at the eastern most tip of Oakville to Bronte Creek Provincial Park which is at the western most tip of Oakville, this Google Map screenshot shows that at 4:00 on a weekday afternoon which is not rush hour per se but just before it, I’m still in the red. 

#4 Far from major cities

So you just want to be mindful of that especially if you’re commuting outside of Oakville to bigger cities like Toronto and Niagara. But that does lead me to my next con, which is that these 2 major cities I just mentioned are actually quite far. Oakville is perfectly nestled between Toronto and Niagara Falls, but you’re still a good 40 kms from Ontario’s capital, and 100 kms from the Falls. So if you’re moving to the area but plan on commuting for say work, then set yourself up accordingly and get a podcast or playlist ready because you’re going to be sitting in your vehicle for a while.  

#5 You need a car

Which brings me to my final con of living in Oakville which is that you do need a vehicle to get anywhere. Pretty much everywhere in Oakville - except for some pockets around town where you may be able to walk from your home to a nearby plaza or your kids school but for the most part, to reach your every day conveniences like grocery shopping, getting takeout, or stopping by at the gym, you’re going to need a car. The public transit system is not that robust, and any given neighborhood you move to the walk score is likely not going to be that high.

But that does beg the question - why are so many people still moving to Oakville? Why despite all the cons I just mentioned are people are choosing to call Oakville home? Well there are so many beautiful pros about living here. And to start off with pro #1

PROS

#1 Waterfront

Oakville is a waterfront town. As I mentioned earlier Oakville does sit on the shores of Lake Ontario, it has 17 kms of waterfront and so you’re going to get tons of beautiful attractions along the water, like the Heritage Waterfront Park which has a beach, boardwalk and pier, lighthouse, bluffs, and tons of paved trails to spend a day with the family. Or you can bring your canoe, your kayak, your paddleboard, you can rent one from the harbor’s lakeside vendors if you don’t have one yourself, or even cruise the waters from one of several local charters. Basically here in Oakville you can get your swimsuit and your fishing game on and enjoy the many benefits of lakeside living. 

#2 Trendy villages

Then just a stone’s throw away from the water you have all these different villages that add to the warm, lakeside, community feel. Kerr Village is a trendy and eclectic neighborhood that mixes small town hospitality with urban revitalization, great for foodies and hobbyists alike. You’ll also find a great selection of award-winning restaurants and family and independently owned businesses in Bronte Village. Everything from art galleries to cool gaming stores you can find in these fun and vibrant community villages. 

#3 Shopping

But aside from these villages there’s tons of shopping to be had elsewhere. Downtown Oakville is an upscale shopping district where you’ll find fashion boutiques and specialty shops, and the overall look of the area is colored with historical character against a lakeside backdrop it’s very beautiful. But then there’s also Oakville Place, the town’s largest indoor mall which has your Best Buy, Goodlife Fitness, and The Bay - just to name a few of your bigger anchor stores. 

#4 Entertainment Options

As far as other entertainment options Oakville has plenty of fun things to do. In the winter there’s Taste of Oakville a month long food festival of restaurants offering a diverse selection of 3-course lunch and dinner meals from a fixed price menu. In the summer there’s Oakville Ribfest for those wanting to enjoy good music, good company, and of course good ribs. And for year round fun, you have plenty of attractions like Dave & Busters a family-friendly sports bar and arcade hybrid, iFLY which is a thrilling indoor skydiving facility that teaches you how to reach for the skies! Or grab some popcorn and catch a movie under the stars at Oakville’s premiere retro drive in theatre, 1 of only less than a handful of drive-ins across the GTA, the 5 Drive In.

#5 Outdoor Activities

Speaking of the outdoors, if you’re looking for more outdoor fun then Oakville has tons of that for you as well. Oakville is known for their plentitude of golf courses including the renowned Glen Abbey Golf Course which has been host to 28 Canadian Open Golf Championships so far. Bronte Creek Provincial Park has hiking and biking trails, cross country skiing, camping sites, and even a play barn. And with its extensive trail system that stretches over 200kms, coupled with open parklands, gardens, and lakeside views, Oakville is a natural playground for those wanting to take in the fresh air and explore the outdoors.

The Town of Oakville is a vibrant and beautiful lakeside town with a strong sense of community and historical charm. You get that small town feel but with all the modern amenities of a larger city. Even though you’re only an hour from Toronto you’ll feel like a world away in this nice and pleasant, welcoming town. So if you’re considering moving to Oakville feel free to give me a shoutI would love to help you out! Whether you’re moving in 9 days or 90 days just give me a call, shoot me a text, send me an email or even schedule a zoom call, all my contact info is down in the description below. I would love to help you make a smooth move to Oakville. In the meantime, I’d also love for you to subscribe to my channel and give me a thumbs up - it really helps me to continue to put out more content to help people just like you looking to make a move to Toronto. And also check out this video that zones in on some of the most popular neighborhoods in Oakville that people are moving to. You get drivebys of the homes, neighorhood demographics, school ratings and safety zones, all so you get an even better idea of what it looks and feels like to live in this beautiful town. Until then, thanks for watching everyone, stay safe, and I will see you in town!!