Question 1

Is Oshawa a good place to raise a family?

Accepted Answer

Oshawa is a full-service city with a downtown core, established neighbourhoods and newer subdivisions on the edges. It tends to suit professionals, first-time buyers, families, investors. The right fit depends on your commute, school and budget priorities — Kaitlynn can walk you through specific streets.

Question 2

What schools serve Oshawa?

Accepted Answer

Oshawa is served by the Durham District School Board (Kawartha Pine Ridge DSB in Clarington) and the Durham Catholic District School Board (Peterborough Victoria Northumberland and Clarington CDSB in Clarington). French-language options: Conseil scolaire Viamonde (public) and Conseil scolaire catholique MonAvenir. School boundaries change, so always confirm the school for a specific address with the board.

Question 3

How long is the commute from Oshawa to Toronto?

Accepted Answer

Roughly 35–75 minutes by car or GO, depending on location. Traffic, time of day and your exact destination make a big difference — test the drive or train at rush hour before you buy.

Question 4

What transit is available in Oshawa?

Accepted Answer

Durham Region Transit and GO Transit Lakeshore East. Main highways nearby include 401, 407 ETR, 412, 418, 7, 12.

Question 5

What types of homes are available in Oshawa?

Accepted Answer

You’ll mostly find detached, semi-detached, townhomes, condos, multiplex / investment. Live MLS® listings on this page show what’s for sale right now.

Question 6

What are property taxes like in Oshawa?

Accepted Answer

Property taxes are set by the local municipality and Durham Region and are based on your home’s MPAC assessment. Use the Property Tax Calculator on this site for an estimate, and check the municipal website for current rates.

Question 7

Are there preschools and child care options in Oshawa?

Accepted Answer

Yes — the Schools page lists preschools and child care centres near Oshawa from live map data. Ontario’s $10-a-day child care program (CWELCC) applies at participating centres; ask each centre about waitlists early.

Question 8

What is there to do in Oshawa?

Accepted Answer

See the Highlights page for parks, cafés, restaurants, shopping and recreation near Oshawa, with addresses and directions.

Question 9

How do I find the right neighbourhood in Oshawa for me?

Accepted Answer

Start with your must-haves — commute, schools, budget and lot size — then tour at different times of day. Kaitlynn can shortlist streets and set up listing alerts that match.

Question 10

What should I do first if I’m thinking of moving to Oshawa?

Accepted Answer

Get pre-approved so you know your budget, review the Community Statistics page for current prices, and book a quick call with Kaitlynn to map out timing — especially if you also need to sell.

Question 11

Is Oshawa good for investment properties?

Accepted Answer

It depends on rental demand, local by-laws (including short-term rental rules) and carrying costs. Kaitlynn can run the numbers on a specific property with you.

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