Picton
Historic village / small town living in Kingston & Quinte.
What it’s like to live in Picton, who it suits, what homes cost and how to get around — with live listings and local guidance from Kaitlynn Martins.
Lifestyle
Living in Picton
Picton is a historic main street, heritage homes and a strong sense of local character. The historic core is usually walkable; newer subdivisions and rural roads rely on the car.
Picton is an unincorporated community located in Prince Edward County in southeastern Ontario, roughly 160 km east of Toronto. It is the county's largest community and former seat located at the southwestern end of Picton Bay, a branch of the Bay of Quinte, which is along the northern shoreline of Lake Ontario. The town is named for Lieutenant General Sir Thomas Picton, who served in the British Army during the Peninsular War in Spain and Portugal. He also saw action at the Battle of Waterloo, where he was killed. (Source: Wikipedia)
Who it’s best for
Utilities & services
The village core is usually on municipal services; outlying properties may use well and septic.