Durham Region
Oshawa Real Estate
Durham's biggest city and one of the GTA's better values.
City · Durham Region
About Oshawa
Oshawa is home to Ontario Tech University and Durham College and has a revitalizing downtown. It often offers some of the lowest detached-home prices in the GTA.
The McLaughlin carriage works moved to Oshawa in 1878, and General Motors of Canada was formed in 1918 with Sam McLaughlin as president.
Homes: Detached homes, semis, townhomes and student rentals.
Known for
- Ontario Tech University and Durham College
- Lakeridge Health Oshawa
- Downtown Oshawa and the Canadian Automotive Museum
Market this month
Oshawa real estate market
Oshawa · September 2026
Source: TRREB Market Watch, released October 6, 2026
- Average price
- $679,861
- Median price
- $653,000
- Homes sold
- 125
- Benchmark price
- $699,700
- -6.1% vs last year
- Days on market
- 34
- Sale-to-list price
- 98%
- Active listings
- 660
- Months of inventory
- 3.6
- Seller's market
- Detached$748,34689 sold
- Semi$590,59111 sold
- Townhouse$656,2506 sold
- Condo apt$301,7867 sold
7 areas
Oshawa neighbourhoods
Downtown Oshawa
City core around King and Simcoe streets, with the Tribute Communities Centre arena.
Northwood
North-west Oshawa by the Whitby border, mixing 1960s bungalows, newer homes and business parks.
Windfields
North Oshawa area near Ontario Tech and Durham College, with 2010s detached homes.
Samac
North Oshawa area of mostly 2000s detached homes near Camp Samac and Cedar Valley.
Eastdale
East Oshawa area of 1950s to 1980s homes along the Harmony Creek valley.
Taunton
Northeast area north of Taunton Road, mostly 2010s homes near Harmony Valley Conservation Area.
Lakeview
Lakeshore area with older and postwar homes, Lakeview Park's beach and the Oshawa Museum.
Daily life
Living in Oshawa
Schools
- Durham District School Board
- Durham Catholic District School Board
- Conseil scolaire Viamonde
- Conseil scolaire catholique MonAvenir
Well known: Eastdale Collegiate (performing arts program), O'Neill Collegiate and Vocational Institute, Monsignor Paul Dwyer Catholic High School.
Colleges and universities: Ontario Tech University, Durham College, Trent University Durham.
Parks and outdoors
- Lakeview Park Lake Ontario beach, pier, playground and the Oshawa Museum.
- Parkwood Estate McLaughlin family's 55-room mansion and gardens, a National Historic Site.
- Oshawa Valley Botanical Gardens City gardens along Oshawa Creek, known for peonies.
- Harmony Valley Conservation Area Hiking and mountain bike trails in northeast Oshawa.
Shopping and dining
- Oshawa Centre Largest mall in Durham Region, in the centre of the city.
- Downtown Oshawa Restaurants, the Canadian Automotive Museum and arena events.
- Taunton Road Newer shopping and restaurants in north Oshawa near the campuses.
Healthcare
- Lakeridge Health Oshawa
Commuting
Getting around Oshawa
To downtown Toronto: about 60 km east of downtown Toronto; about 60 to 65 min by GO train to Union Station.
- GO TrainLakeshore East from Oshawa GO: about 60 to 65 min to Union (fall 2026 schedule)
- DRTPulse 900 runs from downtown Oshawa along Highway 2 to U of T Scarborough
- DRTPulse 901 runs along Simcoe Street from Lakeview Park to Ontario Tech and Durham College
- HighwayHighways 401, 407 and 418 all serve the city
Honest take
Pros and cons of living in Oshawa
Why people move here
- Three post-secondary schools in the city
- GO train station plus Highways 401, 407 and 418
- Regional hospital and the region's largest mall
Things to consider
- Longest GO train ride of the four lakeshore stations
- Bowmanville GO extension stations are not open yet
A good fit for: First-time buyers · Investors · Families on a budget
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FAQ
Oshawa real estate questions
What is the average home price in Oshawa?
In September 2026, the average sale price in Oshawa was $679,861 and the median was $653,000, based on 125 sales (TRREB Market Watch).
Is Oshawa a buyer's or seller's market right now?
There were 3.6 months of inventory in September, which usually points to a seller's market. Homes sold for about 98% of list price on average.
How long does it take to sell a home in Oshawa?
Homes that sold in September were on the market for 34 days on average. Pricing and presentation make the biggest difference.
How far is Oshawa from downtown Toronto?
about 60 km east of downtown Toronto; about 60 to 65 min by GO train to Union Station.
Which school boards serve Oshawa?
Durham District School Board, Durham Catholic District School Board, Conseil scolaire Viamonde, Conseil scolaire catholique MonAvenir.
What are the best neighbourhoods in Oshawa?
It depends on budget, commute and lifestyle. Popular areas include Downtown Oshawa, Northwood, Windfields, Samac, Eastdale. Sophia can help you narrow it down.
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