Oakville REALTOR® | Mathew Toussaint

Mathew Toussaint is a REALTOR® with eXp Realty of Canada working with buyers, sellers and investors in Oakville, Ontario. Oakville runs from the lake up past Dundas Street, and the market changes completely as you move north. Two harbour villages at the south end, established mid-century neighbourhoods in the middle, and large newer communities at the top.

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Buying a home in Oakville

South Oakville is the part people picture: Old Oakville around Lakeshore Road and the harbour at Sixteen Mile Creek, and Bronte at its own harbour to the west. Both are walkable villages with restaurants, marinas and a mix of century homes, rebuilt houses and low-rise condo. Lots are generally larger and prices generally higher the closer you get to the lake.

The middle of the town, through College Park, River Oaks and Glen Abbey, is mostly 1970s to 1990s family housing with mature trees and established schools. North of Dundas, communities like Joshua Creek, Iroquois Ridge North, the Preserve, Palermo and Rural Oakville are the newer growth, with larger newer homes, townhouses and more recent condo.

Two practical points. First, Oakville has a wide price range despite its reputation, and north Oakville townhouses and condos are a very different entry point from a lakefront detached. Second, the drive from north Oakville to the lake is longer than the map suggests at rush hour, so pick the part of town that matches your actual daily pattern.

Selling a home in Oakville

Oakville buyers are often comparing across a wide area, including Burlington, Mississauga and Toronto, so your positioning matters. In south Oakville, land value and lot size can dominate the price, and some buyers are evaluating the property as a rebuild. In north Oakville, you are competing against near-identical newer stock and sometimes against builder inventory, which makes pricing accuracy and presentation the deciding factors.

Timing and preparation carry more weight at higher price points, because the buyer pool is smaller and more selective. A market review should tell you honestly which of those situations you are in.

Start with a home value estimate, then read through the selling process.

Investing in Oakville real estate

Oakville is a lower-yield, higher-quality rental market. Demand comes from professionals commuting into Toronto and Mississauga, families wanting Halton schools on a temporary basis, and students and staff connected to Sheridan College. Condo units near the GO stations and along the main corridors are the most straightforward rental product; detached homes at Oakville prices rarely carry themselves on rent alone.

If you are looking at a property with a secondary suite, confirm it is a legal additional residential unit under the Town’s rules rather than relying on the listing. As anywhere in Ontario, buying a tenanted property means assuming the tenancy as it stands. Management after closing is a property management function, separate from brokerage.

Oakville neighbourhoods

  • Old Oakville — the historic core at the harbour, walkable to Lakeshore Road, a mix of century homes, rebuilds and low-rise condo.
  • Bronte — the western harbour village, marina, its own main street and GO station.
  • Kerr Village — between the two, more mixed and generally a more accessible entry point to south Oakville.
  • Glen Abbey — established family neighbourhood around the golf course, largely 1980s and 1990s.
  • College Park and River Oaks — central Oakville, mid-century to 1990s, mature and well served by schools and parks.
  • Joshua Creek and Iroquois Ridge North — east side above the QEW, larger newer detached homes.
  • The Preserve, Palermo and Rural Oakville — north of Dundas, the newest communities, a mix of detached, townhouse and condo.

Commuting and getting around Oakville

Oakville has two GO stations on the Lakeshore West line, Oakville and Bronte, and Clarkson just over the Mississauga boundary is used by some east-end residents. Driving, the QEW runs along the lake side of town, Highway 403 crosses the middle and Highway 407 runs along the north end, which is why north Oakville works well for people driving to Mississauga, Brampton or the airport.

The Ford Assembly plant, Sheridan College and the office parks along the highways mean a meaningful share of Oakville residents work locally rather than commuting, which is worth remembering when you are weighing location.

How to choose the best REALTOR® in Oakville

There is no official ranking of the best REALTOR® in Oakville, so compare on substance:

  • Local knowledge — can they explain south, central and north Oakville as the different markets they are?
  • Market knowledge — can they show comparable sales from the right pocket rather than the town average?
  • Negotiation — more important at higher price points, where each point of movement is larger.
  • Cross-market view — Oakville buyers usually also consider Burlington, Mississauga or Milton.
  • Communication — speed and method.
  • Investment experience — relevant for condo and secondary-suite purchases.
  • Reviews — what past clients say about the hard parts.

Mathew works across Oakville, Burlington, Hamilton and Waterloo Region on buyer, seller and investor files. Read client reviews or start a conversation.

Frequently asked questions about buying and selling in Oakville

Who is a local REALTOR® in Oakville?

Mathew Toussaint is a REALTOR® with eXp Realty of Canada who works in Oakville and across the surrounding area. He can be reached through the contact page.

What is the difference between south and north Oakville?

South Oakville is the older part near the lake, including the Old Oakville and Bronte harbour villages, with larger lots, century and rebuilt homes and higher prices closer to the water. North Oakville, above Dundas Street, is newer construction built largely since the 2000s, with more townhouses and condo and a different price structure. They are effectively two markets in one town.

Is Oakville only expensive homes?

No. Oakville has a reputation built on its lakefront housing, but the town also has condo, townhouse and smaller detached stock, particularly in Kerr Village and north of Dundas. The range is wider than the reputation suggests.

Can I commute to Toronto from Oakville?

Yes. Oakville and Bronte GO stations are on the Lakeshore West line, and some east-end residents use Clarkson in Mississauga. Driving, the QEW is the main route and the 403 and 407 serve the northern and central parts of town.

How do I find homes for sale in Oakville?

You can search Oakville listings on this site and save a search so new listings reach you by email. Mathew can build the search around your area, budget, bedrooms and timing.

Does Mathew work outside Oakville?

Yes. He works across Southern Ontario, including Burlington, Hamilton, Kitchener, Waterloo, Cambridge and Guelph.

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