Southampton
Waterfront town living in Grey & Bruce.
What it’s like to live in Southampton, who it suits, what homes cost and how to get around — with live listings and local guidance from Kaitlynn Martins.
Lifestyle
Living in Southampton
Southampton is a waterfront community where the shoreline, marinas and beaches shape everyday life. Downtown and the waterfront are often walkable; outlying areas rely on the car.
Southampton is a community on the shores of Lake Huron in Bruce County, Ontario, Canada. It is close to Port Elgin and is located at the mouth of the Saugeen River in the Saugeen Ojibway Nation Territory. The size of the town is 6.44 square kilometres. The permanent population in 2016 was 3,678, but the summer population is higher since cottagers and campers spend vacation time in the area. (Source: Wikipedia)
Who it’s best for
Utilities & services
In-town homes are typically on municipal services; shoreline and outlying properties may use well and septic.