Let’s find out more about what it would be like calling Oshawa your new home city. The city of Oshawa is located east of Toronto and is one of the larger cities in Ontario with a population of over 170,000 residents. It is known as “Canada’s Motor City” because it’s home to the General Motors headquarters

Here’s a fun fact: Although Oshawa was incorporated as a village in 1850, it only officially turned 100 this year as it did not reach the required population numbers to be called a city until 1924.

The city is located off Highway 401 and links Toronto directly to Ottawa and Montreal. Manufacturing and construction are two major growth industries for the city. In total, there are close to 12,000 companies in Oshawa, employing around 70,000 residents. Some of the largest employers in the city are:

1. General Motors of Canada
2. Ontario Ministry of Finance
3. Durham Catholic District School Board
4. University of Ontario Institute of Technology
5. Lakeridge Health
6. Concentrix
7. City of Oshawa

Oshawa is part of Durham Region, which offers a unique blend of urban convenience and natural beauty. Residents enjoy a high quality of life with access to top-rated schools, diverse dining options, and excellent healthcare facilities.

The region is known for its vibrant communities, including Whitby, and Ajax, each offering its own charm and amenities. Outdoor enthusiasts can explore numerous parks, trails, and waterfront areas along Lake Ontario, making it an ideal place for family activities and nature lovers.

Oshawa scores an incredibly high livability score of 90/100! It ranks as the 4th most livable city in Ontario, and 26th in Canada.

Being a mid-sized city, Oshawa is known for its ample amenities, such as restaurants, coffee shops, grocery stores, parks and fitness facilities. Public transit is accessible, quick, and gets you around the city at a good pace. The crime rate in Oshawa is significantly lower than the national average, making it a safe place to live. These crime statistics include both violent and property crimes.

You’ll find lots of green space, quiet communities, and overall great neighbourhoods to raise your family. Don’t overlook this beautiful city if you haven’t looked at homes here yet.Now, the real reason why you want to consider looking at properties in Oshawa is because you can find lots of homes that are significantly more affordable than the City Of Toronto.

According to June 2024 statistics provided by TRREB, there is a massive price discrepancy!

This means that you in many cases, you can reduce your mortgage approval by 34% – 48% and opens up so many more options for your family!

There are currently a lot of houses available for sale in Oshawa starting from $479,000. To see a list of all the current home listings on the market in Oshawa, click here.

What about local attractions in Oshawa for you and your family to enjoy?

1. Parkwood National Historic Site
2. The Ontario Regiment RCAC Museum
3. Canadian Automotive Museum
4. Robert McLaughlin Gallery
5. Oshawa Valley Botanical Gardens
6. Oshawa Museum
7. Oshawa Sports Hall of Fame and Museum

​Oshawa is undergoing significant development and transformation, making it an exciting time for the city.

GO Train Extension: The extension of the GO Train service from the current Durham College Oshawa station through Thornton Corners and Central Oshawa to Courtice and Bowmanville is expected within the next decade. This expansion will boost growth, especially in Central Oshawa, where there are plans for a major residential and commercial area between Simcoe and Ritson streets near the train tracks and off First Avenue​.

Northwood Business Park: This area is seeing substantial industrial development, including the new 379,000-square-foot Lactalis Canada distribution facility on Thornton Road North. Scheduled to open in late 2024, this facility will be Lactalis Group’s largest distribution center globally, designed with several green features such as energy-efficient lighting and heat reclamation systems​ (RENX)​.

These developments are poised to enhance the quality of life in Oshawa, improving transportation links, and boosting economic growth. The city’s strategic focus on sustainable and community-oriented growth ensures that Oshawa remains a vibrant and attractive place to live and work.

Oshawa offers excellent educational opportunities for families. You can see all the schools in the area by clicking on one of the school boards below:

1. Public – The Durham District School Board
2. Catholic – The Durham Catholic District School Board

You can make a big difference in the home buying and selling process before you start looking to move by choosing the right REALTOR. We want to ensure you understand the unique benefits of working with us:

1. We ALWAYS have a detailed in-person or Video call meeting with every client because we know you have specific needs. We plan a personalized road map and process for your move.
   
2. We aim to reply to every inquiry within 10-30 minutes because we know you want reliable communication with your agent.
   
3. We work hard to stay ranked in the top 50 teams in Canada at REALTOR.CA and  RE/MAX  because we know you want experience and expertise.

How are we so sure we are the right fit for you?

RE/MAX Team Paliwal is a small team of highly accomplished real estate agents with more than 40+ years of combined experience in the Greater Golden Horseshoe Area. Our reputation for a thorough process attracts many first-time homebuyers, but we also work with all buyers and sellers aiming to upgrade their homes.

After hundreds of successful deals, we are fortunate to be one of the most trusted and highly reviewed real estate teams online. You can find all real testimonials and reviews of our team on RankMyAgent.com, a verified review platform by the Canadian Real Estate Association and realtor.ca.

Our team has ranked in the top 50 teams in Canada at RankMyAgent.com for the last 3 years, and our team leader Gyanesh Paliwal is the recipient of RE/MAX International’s Hall of Fame Award, Lifetime Achievement Award, and Titan Club Awards.

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