WHY LIVE IN CLARINGTON
If you work in Toronto and are unable to find any homes that fit your budget, we want to introduce you to Clarington, Ontario where you can find homes starting at $499,900 listed for sale on the MLS system. Before we get to the listings, let's first talk about the area!
Although Clarington is a city in Ontario, it actually consists of 4 urban areas (and 14 hamlets) that are worth considering when looking to purchase a home. These are Courtice, Bowmanville, Newcastle, and Orono.
If you want the quickest commute to downtown Toronto, we suggest you focus on Courtice as the GO Train service currently allows you to get to downtown Toronto in only 1 hour and 20 minutes. This means that you can buy an affordable property that suits your family without having to compromise on long commute times to work!
From Courtice, it’s a 15 minute car ride to Durham College GO, and then a short train ride down to Union Station.
Clarington: Easy Commutes, Rich Culture
The good news is that GO Transit has begun work to extend the Lakeshore East commuter train line to Bowmanville which includes a train station in Courtice, and this will further reduce commute times from Courtice and allow Bowmanville residents to enjoy the speed and ease of travelling by GO train to Toronto!
Clarington: Safe, Affordable, and Family-Friendly
Based on the developments to transportation infrastructure in Clarington, it’s easy to see that convenience and accessibility is a big focus for the region. For practical purposes, Courtice and Bowmanville will have quick connectivity to Toronto for those who work in the city.
Clarington is a part of Durham Region in Ontario. The region offers prospective homebuyers a perfect blend of suburban tranquility and urban convenience. With its affordable housing options compared to Toronto, residents enjoy spacious homes and larger properties. The region boasts excellent schools, diverse recreational facilities, and vibrant community events, making it an ideal place for families.
Durham Region’s growing economy and friendly neighborhoods create a welcoming environment, making it a desirable location for homebuyers seeking a balanced and fulfilling lifestyle.
Regardless of whether you decide to look in Courtice or Bowmanville, all of Clarington will provide the same small town lifestyle that will provide a sense of community, safety, and green space. Unlike Toronto where everything is congested around the clock and most properties mean you have to sacrifice on space, Clarington is a great option for a growing family who needs space to enjoy a lifestyle outdoors.
Most buyers and first time home buyers will tend to look at properties in Bowmanville and Courtice since both communities are larger and offer more amenities, so we will focus on these two areas here in this article.
Courtice is located right next to Oshawa, and offers a blend of metropolitan convenience, serene lakefronts, and picturesque countryside. The community is know for large multi-million dollar homes on some of the largest lots in Durham Region. In fact, you will find many custom-built homes that rival some of the best in the province.
It’s also a great place to purchase some of the most desirable vacant land if your goal is to build a home in your dream setting. The community as a whole is safe with plenty of space for your kids to play, and neighbourhoods are beautiful and surrounded by nature.
In Bowmanville, you’ll have plenty of access to Lake Ontario if that’s your passion. Although rural properties and farms are a common sight, you’re a quick drive down to Port Darlington where you can walk the waterfront beach and enjoy nature by the water. Downtown Bowmanville is the heart of the community, and you’ll find all the shopping, eateries, and public transportation that will serve your lifestyle.
Both communities in Clarington rank high on amenities, employment opportunities affordable real estate, health and safety, schools, and low crime rates.
What are home prices like in Clarington, and how much money can you save purchasing here (even if you work in Toronto)?
How affordable?
According to September 2024 statistics provided by TRREB, you’ll be surprised at how much money you can save buying a home in Clarington and Courtice Area.
PROPERTY TYPE | CLARINGTON | CITY OF TORONTO | PRICE DIFFERENCE |
---|---|---|---|
Detached | $958,509 | $1,685,755 | 43% |
Semi Detached | $831,580 | $1,299,324 | 36% |
Townhomes | $736,304 | $1,221,039 | 40% |
Condo Apartments | $521,115 | $707,917 | 26% |
Condo Townhouse | $635,000 | $833,706 | 24% |
Attractions, Affordable Homes, and Future Growth
Imagine purchasing a property at a 24% – 43% discount without sacrificing commute time or quality of life!
Want to see for yourself? There are currently a lot of properties available for sale in Clarington starting from $499,000. To see a list of all the current listings on the market, click here.
We talked about things to do in Clarington, but let’s look more closely at some of the local attractions in Courtice and Bowmanville:
- Darlington Provincial Park
- Courtice Flea Market
- Sir Monty’s Brewing Company
- McLaughlin Bay Wildlife Reserve
- Archibald Orchards & Estate Winery
- Cedar Park Resort
- Canadian Tire Motorsport Park
- Tyrone Mills Limited – 1846
- Joey’s World Family Indoor Playground
- Long Sault Conservation Area
- Bowmanville Creek Fish Ladder
- Stephen’s Gulch Conservation Area
- The Visual Arts Centre Of Clarington
- Bowmanville Harbour
- Ontario Falconry Centre
- Port Darlington
Aside from the GO Train expansion plans through Courtice and Bowmanville, Durham Region’s population is expected to double by 2041. In anticipation of the population growth, the Bowmanville Hospital Redevelopment plan is currently underway to provide enhanced patient care by doubling the size of the hospital and expanding services.
Education in Clarington: Full List of Schools
When it comes to schooling, Clarington is comprised in total of 4 school boards. They are:
- Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board
- Peterborough Victoria Northumberland and Clarington Catholic District School Board
- Conseil Scolaire Catholique MonAvenir (French-Language Separate School)
- Conseil Scolaire Viamonde (French-Language Public School)
There are also two post-secondary institutions in the area:
There’s lots to love about Clarington, and buying a home here should definitely be on your list of communities to consider. With affordable real estate, quick connectivity to Toronto, excellent quality of life, and lots of wide open spaces, we think that you get a lot more bang for your buck when purchasing a property.
REMAX TEAM Paliwal is right for you
Naina and Yogesh
Words like abundant, resourceful and knowledgeable fall short of what Gyanesh and Akanksha Paliwal of RE/MAX Team Paliwal can and is. Their knowledge and grasp of the market are impeccable. They are not like your run-of-the-mill real estate agents, they are class apart.
From educating us to spoon-feeding us the information they have done above and beyond for us. They are masters of their craft and have been instrumental in helping us find our dream house. Their critical thinking, analysis of the market patterns have done wonders for first time home buyers like us. If you’ve got the house on your mind, Team Paliwal is where you should be.
House hunting is a daunting task but RE/MAX Realtor Akanksha Paliwal made it a smooth sail for us. As first time home buyers, we had no prior experience with respect to the preferred region but they let us explore until we found ‘the area.’ They never once showed laid back attitude or got impatient with us as first-time buyers can be very indecisive. They let us experience the market on our own yet guided us throughout the process where we faltered or went off the track.
They showed so much kindness and patience with us that word gratitude isn’t enough. Not only have we have found the best people in the market but we have made the best connections and familial ties with them.
Once again, we are very grateful and thankful to our RE/MAX Agents Gyanesh and Akanksha From Team Paliwal for everything bit that you have done for us
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:
- 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.
- We aim to reply to every inquiry within 10-30 minutes because we know you want reliable communication with your agent.
- 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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