Oakville Town Square is historic and charming.
An idyllic day at Riverview Park.
An aerial view of beautiful Oakville.

Oakville, ON

Area Guide

Lakeside views and big-city living

Nestled along Lake Ontario between Toronto and Hamilton, Oakville is the kind of place where you can start your day with a walk by the water, grab a latte in Kerr Village, and still make it downtown in under an hour. Locals love the green spaces—over 200 parks, trails that seem to go forever, and three harbours that bring a coastal vibe to everyday life. Downtown Oakville and Bronte are especially lively, mixing boutique shopping and patio dining with peaceful tree-lined streets.

The rental landscape here offers just as much variety. Sleek lakeside condos, spacious townhome-style apartment communities, and mid-rise buildings further inland cater to a range of lifestyles. Whether you're after a quiet retreat or a home near all the action, you’ll find a community that fits—with modern features like in-unit laundry, balconies, and pet-friendly policies.

While Oakville doesn’t have a major university, it buzzes with its own rhythm. Local galleries, seasonal festivals, and weekend farmers’ markets give the city a creative, connected feel. It’s a place where nature and community aren’t opposites—they’re neighbours.

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Oakville Town Square is historic and charming.

An idyllic day at Riverview Park.

An aerial view of beautiful Oakville.

Rent Trends

As of July 2026, the average apartment rent in Oakville, ON is $1,557 for a studio, $2,146 for one bedroom, $2,627 for two bedrooms, and $2,769 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Oakville has increased by 1.2% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$2,146/month
650 Sq Ft
House
$3,785/month
50 Sq Ft
Townhome
$3,439/month
0 Sq Ft
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Learn More About Oakville

Getting Around

Somewhat Walkable

Walkability

30 / 100

Limited Public Transit

Transit

30 / 100

Exceptionally Drivable

Drivability

90 / 100

Moderately Bikeable

Bikeability

70 / 100

Schools

Iroquois Ridge High School

Public

Grades 9-12

White Oaks Secondary School

Public

Grades 9-12

Abbey Park High School

Public

Grades 9-12

Points of Interest

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Methodology

† Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.