Botanical gardens in full bloom
Aerial view of Oshawa’s shoreline and marina
Lighthouse overlooking Lake Ontario

Oshawa, ON

Area Guide

Green space and urban convenience

Living in Oshawa means blending small-city charm with the convenience of quick access to the GTA. Nestled along the north shore of Lake Ontario, the city offers scenic waterfront parks like Lakeview Park, where you can walk the shoreline trail or enjoy a weekend picnic. Downtown Oshawa hums with local cafés, eclectic restaurants, and boutique shops, while neighbourhoods such as O’Neill and Pinecrest offer quieter, tree-lined streets still within reach of the action. With Durham College and Ontario Tech University in town, there’s an energetic student presence that adds variety to the local dining and cultural scene.

Day-to-day life here strikes a balance between green space and urban convenience. The city’s trail network connects to sports fields, community centres, and conservation areas, making it easy to stay active year-round. From farm-to-table dining spots to casual pubs and locally owned bakeries, the food scene offers plenty of variety. You’ll also find modern shopping destinations like the Oshawa Centre alongside independent retailers. Apartment communities range from contemporary high-rises near downtown to spacious townhome-style rentals in suburban pockets, offering layouts from one-bedroom suites to larger family-friendly spaces.

Oshawa’s history as a hub for Canada’s automotive industry is celebrated each summer during the Autofest Nationals, drawing classic car enthusiasts from across the province. Between cultural festivals, waterfront concerts, and easy GO Transit access into Toronto, residents enjoy both local entertainment and big-city opportunities without giving up the laid-back pace.

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Botanical gardens in full bloom

Aerial view of Oshawa’s shoreline and marina

Lighthouse overlooking Lake Ontario

Rent Trends

As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Oshawa, ON is $1,441 for a studio, $1,686 for one bedroom, $1,975 for two bedrooms, and $2,494 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Oshawa has decreased by -3.6% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,686/month
611 Sq Ft
House
$2,240/month
25 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,598/month
81 Sq Ft
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Getting Around

Fairly Walkable

Walkability

40 / 100

Limited Public Transit

Transit

30 / 100

Very Drivable

Drivability

80 / 100

Fairly Bikeable

Bikeability

50 / 100

Schools

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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.