Burlington is one of the most livable cities in Canada, offering a perfect blend of scenic lakefront, vibrant urban centres, and quiet family neighbourhoods. Located between Oakville and Hamilton, Burlington is known for its clean, safe communities, excellent schools, and strong connection to nature.
Steady Demand: Burlington continues to attract families, retirees, and commuters, keeping the market balanced and stable.
Detached Homes: Popular in areas like Millcroft, Shoreacres, and Tyandaga, offering larger lots and established streets.
Condos & Townhomes: Rapidly growing along the Downtown/Waterfront corridor and Aldershot, appealing to downsizers and first-time buyers.
Luxury Market: Custom homes and executive neighbourhoods—especially near the lake—remain strong performers.
Burlington offers excellent public and Catholic schools, including:
Nelson High School
M.M. Robinson High School
Aldershot School
Corpus Christi Catholic
Assumption Catholic
Close proximity to the Niagara Escarpment and Bruce Trail
Spencer Smith Park & Burlington Waterfront for festivals, walking, and dining
Conservation Halton parks for hiking, skiing, and outdoor activities
Family-friendly community centres, arenas, and golf courses
Vibrant shops and restaurants in Downtown Burlington
Excellent highway access to QEW, 403, 407, and GO Transit
Safe neighbourhoods with strong community engagement
Popular with families, professionals, and active retirees
Burlington attracts:
Families wanting top schools and safe neighbourhoods
Professionals commuting to Mississauga, Hamilton, or Toronto
Retirees looking for nature, walkability, and recreation
Investors seeking stable long-term appreciation
✔ Beautiful waterfront lifestyle
✔ Great schools and family environment
✔ Excellent parks, trails, and conservation areas
✔ Central location with strong transit access
✔ Stable, appreciating real estate market
✔ Clean, safe, and community-focused city
186,948 people live in Burlington, where the median age is 44.4 and the average individual income is $140,200. Data provided by Statistics Canada.
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There's plenty to do around Burlington, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including Luk's Diner, Kawartha Dairy, and Daylight Grill.
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| Dining | 0.58 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Dining | 3.53 miles | 6 reviews | 4.8/5 stars | |
| Dining | 2.67 miles | 6 reviews | 4.8/5 stars | |
| Dining · $$ | 4.23 miles | 5 reviews | 4.8/5 stars | |
| Dining | 4.54 miles | 5 reviews | 4.8/5 stars | |
| Dining · $$ | 2.49 miles | 35 reviews | 4.8/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 4.04 miles | 7 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 2.48 miles | 7 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 4.55 miles | 10 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 4.57 miles | 7 reviews | 4.9/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 3.51 miles | 6 reviews | 4.8/5 stars | |
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Burlington has 73,180 households, with an average household size of 2.5. Data provided by Statistics Canada. Here’s what the people living in Burlington do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by Statistics Canada. 186,948 people call Burlington home. The population density is 0.991 and the largest age group is Data provided by Statistics Canada.
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