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Welcome To Old Oakville

Perfect for families looking for a safe, beautiful community with easy access to parks and the waterfront, professionals who value walkability and proximity to downtown, and retirees who want a peaceful yet lively place to settle down.

Find out everything you need to know about Old Oakville below including Old Oakville real estate, schools and amenities.

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Old Oakville Overview

Old Oakville is host to Oakville’s downtown core and is one of the most picturesque and historic neighbourhoods in Ontario. Located between Central and Morrison, Old Oakville sits right on the shores of Lake Ontario, blending small-town vibes with upscale living.

It’s a place where you’ll find tree-lined avenues, beautiful gardens, and homes that give you a glimpse into the 19th century while offering all the modern convenience of downtown living. If you love history, lake views, and a walkable lifestyle, Old Oakville might just steal your heart.

The location is simply amazing. You’re right along Lake Ontario and just a short walk from all of the great restaurants, cafes, and little shops that line Lakeshore Road and make up Downtown Oakville. Plus, if you need to commute, the Oakville GO Station is within walking distance. Because it’s on the popular Lakeshore line, it takes you directly into Union Station in downtown Toronto in about 30 minutes. 

Old Oakville has a refined but friendly vibe. It’s affluent without being pretentious, and the sense of community here is strong. The streets are clean and quiet, lined with mature trees and well-maintained homes. It’s the kind of place where you can enjoy both tranquility and the energy of a vibrant downtown scene.

 

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Old Oakville real estate

Real Estate

The homes here are what make Old Oakville really special; a true blend of old and new. You’ll find stunning Regency and contemporary-style properties alongside historic homes from the 1800s. These houses reflect the area’s history and charm, with many featuring large lots, elegant gardens, and unique architectural details.

Here’s a great example of a home built in 1875! The majority of historic homes will be found just south of the downtown core between Lakeshore and Lake Ontario.

However, you can find early 20th century beauties throughout Old Oakville. Check out this stunner built in 1912!

You can also find more affordable (relatively speaking) older, detached houses on big lots. At higher price points, these will have been restored or renovated like the one above, so you get all the charm of an older home but with modern upgrades.

However, if you’re looking to do the upgrades yourself you do have options especially towards the north of the neighbourhood.

Here’s a 1925-built home on a 50ft x 140ft that needed to be brought into the 21st century…

This would typically cost what a large, turnkey home might in some other neighbourhoods in Oakville, but that’s the entrypoint into Old Oakville.

There also a good mix of newer custom builds if that’s more your thing. But, be prepared to spend at the very top end of the Oakville budget – in the multiple millions!

For those who prefer a low-maintenance lifestyle, there are thoughtfully designed townhouses, which are increasingly popular with families and professionals.

Finally, there are low-rise condo options along Lakeshore right in the downtown core. These will be older condos with higher maintenance fees, but they will be spacious. So, if you’re a downsizer looking for the best location in Oakville, the downtown is a great place to target.

What’s nice is that even though the area is upscale, it doesn’t feel stuffy. You’ve got everything from smaller townhomes to big, luxurious estates, so there’s a good mix of people who live here. The neighbourhood feels established, like it’s been here forever—but in a good way.

Old Oakville homes for sale

To get real-time listings, use the links below for your desired property type.

*Please note – any homes shown below are for descriptive purposes only and do not imply that they are for sale.

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Old Oakville median home prices

affordability

Below is the median sales price per home type. The median sales price is the price where half of the listed prices are higher and the other half are lower than it. This better represents affordability than the average sales price.

While these figures are updated as much as possible, it’s best to contact us below for real-time pricing.

Finally, please note that “Condo” includes condo townhomes while “townhome” includes both freehold and common element fee townhomes. If you see a dash (-), then this home type has not seen a sale in at least the last 180 days.

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Old Oakville schools

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Old Oakville is served by one public elementary school and one Catholic elementary school.

On the public side, students begin at New Central PS for Grades JK-6 before finishing over at Maple Grove PS in neighbouring Morrison for Grades 7-8. For high school, students would attend Oakville Trafalgar SS in Morrison as well.

For those interested in French Immersion, students would attend E.J. James from Grades 2-8.

On the Catholic side, students are served by St. Vincent in Morrison before attending St. Thomas Aquinas for high school.

To get the latest EQAO scores and school rankings, scroll down below to download a copy of this year’s report.

public schools

  • elementary

    • New Central (JK-6)

    • Maple Grove (7-8)

    • E.J. James (FI 2-8)

  • high school

    • Oakville Trafalgar SS

catholic schools

  • elementary

    • St. Vincent

  • high school

    • St. Thomas Aquinas

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things to do in Old Oakville

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Anything missing from our list of the best things to do in Old Oakville? Reach out and let us know as we’re always on the lookout for new ideas!

Downtown Oakville

Downtown Oakville is the most lively spot in the city. While it’s not exactly downtown Toronto and locals will debate with those over in Burlington who has the better downtown/waterfront, there are tons of things to do here. Let me walk you through it.

Shopping and Dining

You’ve got boutique stores all along Lakeshore Road—whether it’s clothes, gifts, or something unique, you’ll find it here. Hungry or looking for a cafe to hang out at? You’re spoiled for choice. Trust me, there’s a restaurant or cafe for every craving.

Cultural Attractions

Love history or live performances? Stop by the Oakville Museum at Erchless Estate—it’s a cool little museum with lots of local stories. And if you’re into shows, check out the Oakville Centre for the Performing Arts. They’ve always got something going on, whether it’s a play, concert, or even comedy. You also have the Oakville Public Library – Central Branch right next door.

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Summertime in Downtown – Oakville Copyright: Queen’s Printer for Ontario, photo source: Ontario Growth Secretariat, Ministry of Municipal Affairs

Parks and Waterfront

The waterfront in Downtown Oakville is a gem. Lakeside Park is a great spot to relax, walk, or even just sit with a coffee and enjoy the lake views. If you’re into photography, the Oakville Lighthouse or Tannery Park are awesome spots. It’s one of those places where you just feel like you can slow down and breathe.

Special Events

Downtown really comes alive during events. The Oakville Santa Claus Parade is a must if you’re around for the holidays—it’s been running forever, and it’s such a family-friendly vibe. During the winter, Towne Square sets up with fire pits and free hot chocolate, which is always a nice touch. Plus, there are always festivals or outdoor concerts popping up throughout the year.

The Rest of Old Oakville

Old Oakville is not just the downtown core. There are other local parks like Post Park (and dog park), Maple Valley Park and Cornwall Valley Park just north of Cornwall Road.

For those into curling, there is the Oakville Curling Club and for tennis the Wallace Park Tennis Club both just next to Sixteen Mile Creek.

For everyday grocery shopping, dining and other amenities, you have tons of options at the retail corridors off Cornwall Road at the north end of Old Oakville. In fact, this will be your main spot to shop with both a Whole Foods Market and Longo’s nearby.

Not to mention all of this is just steps to the Oakville GO station which is going to take you into Toronto in about 30 minutes which opens up tons of other options for both work and play!

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