Burlington Real Estate Market Guide

Everything a buyer, seller, or investor needs to understand the Burlington housing market right now — current prices and inventory, neighbourhood-by-neighbourhood context, active listings, and straight answers to the questions people ask most.

Quick answer: Burlington's housing market in mid-2026 leans toward buyers, with prices sitting below their 2022 peak but holding up better than some neighbouring markets. The average home sold for $1,050,887 across all property types in July 2026, while the more stable MLS® HPI benchmark price was $855,600. Detached homes averaged $1,349,075. With only 221 transactions that month, buyers have room to negotiate, though well-located, well-priced homes in established neighbourhoods still move quickly.

Why This Area

If you're weighing a move to Burlington, here's the practical picture: it's a lakefront city of about 186,948 residents (2021 Census) at the western tip of Lake Ontario, bordered by Oakville, Milton, and Hamilton. For a buyer that means an established city with a full range of housing and direct waterfront access; for a seller it means a well-recognized address that consistently draws interest from across the western GTA and Hamilton area alike.

Getting Around & Commuting

Burlington is served by two GO stations — Burlington GO and Aldershot GO — both on GO Transit's Lakeshore West line, which offers all-day, two-way train service to Union Station, not just rush-hour trips. The QEW runs directly through the city, connecting to Oakville and Toronto to the east and Hamilton and Niagara to the west. That combination of all-day rail and highway access is one of Burlington's biggest practical draws for commuters.

Lifestyle & Amenities

Downtown Burlington's waterfront core centres on Spencer Smith Park and the Burlington Pier, with a walkable strip of shops and restaurants along Brant Street and Lakeshore Road. The Royal Botanical Gardens and Cootes Paradise sit at the city's western edge near Aldershot, and the Bruce Trail runs along the Niagara Escarpment through the city's north end, giving Burlington a mix of waterfront and escarpment recreation that's unusual this close to Toronto.

Schools & Services

Like Oakville and Milton, Burlington is served by the Halton District School Board (public) and the Halton Catholic District School Board, so most neighbourhoods have both public and Catholic options nearby. We don't rank schools here; for current catchments, check each board's own boundary maps before you buy.

The Local Housing Market

Burlington's housing runs from condominiums and townhomes near the two GO stations and downtown core to detached homes in established, mature neighbourhoods and newer subdivisions in the north end. Reporting on Burlington sales is split across sources — TRREB and CREA-compiled data (see the snapshot above) versus the Cornerstone Association of REALTORS®, which reports on the wider Hamilton-Burlington region as a combined area — so it's worth confirming which figure you're looking at before comparing numbers.

Buying Here: What to Know

The same Ontario-wide rules that apply across Halton Region apply in Burlington: the province charges a Land Transfer Tax on closing, and because Burlington is outside the City of Toronto, there's no additional municipal land transfer tax. First-time buyers can also claim a provincial refund of up to $4,000. Knowing these up front keeps your closing costs from surprising you.

Selling Here: What to Know

On the sell side, the same features that draw buyers — the all-day Lakeshore West GO link, the waterfront downtown, and the Escarpment access in the north end — are what your listing can lead with. Because pricing to the current market is what moves a home, ask us for a comparative market analysis for your street.

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Burlington Neighbourhoods at a Glance

Burlington stretches from the lake up to the Escarpment, and its neighbourhoods reflect that range — from historic waterfront streets to newer north-end subdivisions.

Downtown Burlington & Brant

The waterfront core around Spencer Smith Park and Brant Street, prized for walkability, lake views, and proximity to the Burlington GO station. Inventory here leans toward condos and older detached homes, with limited supply and consistent demand.

Aldershot

Burlington's western neighbourhood, bordering the Royal Botanical Gardens and Cootes Paradise, with its own GO station and a mix of established homes on larger, mature lots.

Roseland, Shoreacres & Elizabeth Gardens

Established, tree-lined neighbourhoods south of the QEW between downtown and Aldershot, popular with move-up families for their proximity to the lake and top-rated schools.

Tyandaga, Mountainside & Brant Hills

Central and western neighbourhoods on higher ground toward the Escarpment, offering a mix of established detached homes and townhomes at a range of price points.

Millcroft & Alton Village (North Burlington)

Burlington's newer growth communities in the north end, built out with newer detached homes, townhomes, and continued development activity closer to Highway 407.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average home price in Burlington right now?

The average sold price across all home types in Burlington was $1,050,887 in July 2026, per TRREB/CREA-compiled data. The more stable MLS® HPI benchmark price, which adjusts for the mix of homes sold, was $855,600 for the same period.

Is Burlington a buyer's or seller's market in 2026?

Conditions generally lean toward buyers in 2026, consistent with the wider Halton Region, though with only 221 transactions reported in July, Burlington's market moves on smaller monthly volumes than larger GTA cities, so conditions can shift quickly month to month.

What's the difference between Burlington's price data and the Hamilton-Burlington regional figures?

Burlington itself, reported through TRREB/CREA, has consistently priced well above the combined Cornerstone Association of REALTORS® figure for the wider Hamilton-Burlington-Haldimand-Niagara North region, since that blended number includes lower-priced Hamilton and surrounding markets.

What is the best Burlington neighbourhood for waterfront living?

Downtown Burlington and the area around Spencer Smith Park offer the most direct lake access and walkable amenities, though inventory is limited. See Burlington Waterfront Properties for current listings.

How does Burlington's commute to Toronto compare to Oakville's or Milton's?

Burlington shares Oakville's advantage of all-day, two-way GO service on the Lakeshore West line via Burlington GO and Aldershot GO, unlike Milton, which currently has rush-hour, one-directional-only rail service.

Should I use a local Burlington REALTOR® instead of a general GTA agent?

Burlington's neighbourhood-level pricing, school catchments, and the split between TRREB and Cornerstone reporting make local, day-to-day market knowledge especially useful here. Contact Paul da Silva for neighbourhood-specific guidance.

Have a Question About the Burlington Market?

Reach Paul da Silva, Broker of Record with Prominent Realty Inc., Brokerage, directly by contacting us here, or learn more about Paul.

Sources

1. WOWA.ca — Burlington Housing Market Report, compiled from TRREB and CREA data, July 2026. wowa.ca/gta/burlington-housing-market
2. Cornerstone Association of REALTORS® (Hamilton, Burlington, Haldimand & Niagara North), in cooperation with CREA — Monthly Market Statistics, June 2026. creastats.crea.ca/board/hami
3. Statistics Canada — 2021 Census of Population, Burlington, City (CY), Ontario. statcan.gc.ca — Burlington Census Profile

Content last reviewed and updated: July 27, 2026. Market figures reflect the most recent reports available from the sources above at time of writing and will be refreshed as new monthly data is released.