The Halton Region sits within Ontario’s Golden Horseshoe and encompasses Burlington, Oakville, Milton and Halton Hills. The population has grown to roughly 600,000 in recent years, driven by newcomers to Canada and families relocating from Toronto. Halton combines strong commuter links, top-rated schools and a range of housing options, making it a key market for buyers and investors.
- Best places to buy real estate in Halton
- How to read the table
- What’s happened in the Halton real estate market?
- What’s next for real estate in Halton?
- Halton’s top three neighbourhoods
- Methodology
Best places to buy real estate in Burlington, Oakville, Milton and Halton Hills
Below is a ranked list of the best neighbourhoods to consider when buying property in Halton Region. The table includes benchmark prices for 2022, recent price growth, and neighbourhood scores for value, economics and accessibility. On mobile or narrow screens, swipe horizontally to view all columns. Data can be downloaded in Excel, CSV and PDF formats.
| wdt_ID | Rank | Neighbourhood | City | Benchmark price 2022 | 1-year growth | 3-year | 5-year | Value | Economics | Accessibility | Children |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | Tansley | Burlington | $692,018 | 13% | 46% | 48% | 5 | 4.1 | 4.1 | 53% |
| 2 | 2 | Uptown | Burlington | $732,478 | 3% | 71% | 46% | 5 | 3.5 | 2.9 | 49% |
| 3 | 3 | Palmer | Burlington | $762,142 | -12% | 29% | 29% | 4 | 4.1 | 4.1 | 53% |
| 4 | 4 | Headon | Burlington | $895,645 | -9% | 31% | 33% | 3.8 | 4.1 | 4.1 | 53% |
| 5 | 5 | Uptown Core | Oakville | $658,453 | -15% | 28% | 23% | 4 | 3.7 | 3.4 | 56% |
| 6 | 6 | Old Milton | Milton | $913,750 | 6% | 46% | 48% | 4.3 | 3.3 | 4.4 | 60% |
| 52 | 52 | Old Oakville | Oakville | $1,568,391 | -15% | 28% | 4% | 2 | 0 | 3.6 | 34% |
Source: Zoocasa
How to read the table:
- Benchmark price 2022: The composite benchmark price as of Dec. 31, 2022, covering all property types including detached and attached homes, townhouses and apartment units.
- 1-year, 3-year and 5-year growth: The percentage change in the composite benchmark price over each period.
- Value, economics and accessibility: Scores from 0 to 5. Higher scores indicate greater value for money, stronger local economic indicators (income and education) and better access by walking, cycling and public transit.
- Children: Percentage of households with children in the neighbourhood.
- See the full methodology for details about the ranking process.
What’s happened in the Halton Region real estate market?
Halton’s housing market saw major volatility through 2022. Prices peaked in February with an average home value near $1.53 million before rising interest rates triggered a broad cooldown. By December the average had dropped to approximately $1.19 million — a fall of more than 22% from the peak.
Zoocasa agent Alex Kupiec notes that the market shifted quickly. After a strong start to 2022, rising interest rates reduced buyer demand and prices declined through the spring and summer. As the year progressed, both buyers and sellers adjusted expectations, and well-priced properties began to sell again.
Buyer preferences changed during the downturn: townhouses were popular early in the year, but as prices eased, interest moved back toward detached homes when sellers priced them competitively. The ability to price accurately in this new environment became crucial for successful sales.
What’s next for real estate in Halton Region?
Prices began to recover in early 2023 as buyers adapted to higher mortgage rates and spring market activity returned. By February 2023 the average home price in Halton was roughly $1.22 million — a modest rise from December. Competition has started to increase, with more properties receiving multiple offers.
Even amid renewed interest, buyers are submitting offers with conditions to protect themselves. That balance gives buyers more confidence while ensuring homes are sold at fair market value. Observers expect a continued gradual rebound through the spring and into the year, with the strongest activity focused on fairly priced listings where sellers are open to negotiation.
Top neighbourhoods in other regions
Alberta
• Calgary • Edmonton
Nova Scotia
• Halifax
British Columbia
• Burnaby, New Westminster, Richmond
• Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, Port Moody
• Langley, Pitt Meadows, Maple Ridge
• North Shore • Vancouver
Ontario
• Durham Region • Halton Region
• Peel Region • Toronto
• York Region
Halton’s top three neighbourhoods
1. Tansley, Burlington
Tansley, in northeast Burlington, is a popular choice for first-time buyers and growing families. With a 2022 benchmark price of $692,018, it remains more affordable than many Halton neighbourhoods. Tansley recorded price growth in 2022, posting a 13% increase year-over-year and a 48% rise over five years. The area scores a full 5 for value and 4.1 for local economic indicators. Parks, trails and proximity to the QEW support an accessibility score of 4.1. Families are well represented: about 53% of households have children.
View Tansley real estate listings on Zoocasa.
2. Uptown, Burlington
Uptown offers easy access to shopping, parks, transit and major routes. Its 2022 benchmark price was $732,478 — up 3% year-over-year and up 46% over five years. Uptown earns a value score of 5 and an economics score of 3.5. With many schools nearby, nearly half of households (49%) include children, making it a strong family-oriented neighbourhood.
View Uptown real estate listings on Zoocasa.
3. Palmer, Burlington
Palmer is a centrally located, family-friendly neighbourhood with good access to Burlington’s amenities and transport links, including the Burlington GO Station and the QEW. The 2022 benchmark price was $762,142. While Palmer’s one-year change was negative in 2022, its five-year gain remains solid at 29%. The neighbourhood earned a value score of 4 and scores of 4.1 for both economics and accessibility. Roughly 53% of households have children, emphasizing its appeal for families.
View Palmer real estate listings on Zoocasa.
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- Mortgage downpayment calculator
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- Watch: What is mortgage affordability?
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