Harmeet Singh, REALTOR®Areas › Burlington
Burlington Realtor for New Condos and Townhomes
Burlington has little room left for new subdivisions, so most new homes here are condos and townhomes near GO stations and downtown. Harmeet Singh, REALTOR®, helps buyers compare them with options elsewhere in Halton, where the project explorer tracks 40 pre-construction communities.
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Burlington at a Glance
Commute
- Fastest train from Burlington GO
- Appleby GO, Burlington GO, Aldershot GO on the Lakeshore West line: All-day two-way, every day
Drive times from downtown Burlington, no traffic. Rush hour takes longer.
New home prices from
Lowest published starting price per home type on our Burlington list today. See every project.
Property tax
1.02%2026 residential rate
About $10,153 a year on a $1,000,000 assessed home
Lowest of our cities 0.72%Highest 1.58%
Assessed value is set by MPAC and is often below the price you pay.
Tax when you buy
$16,475on a $1,000,000 home: Ontario land transfer tax, no city tax here
First-time buyers get up to $4,000 back
Paid on closing day. Work out your closing costs.
New homes built
539new homes started in 2025, all types (City of Burlington)
Busiest of our cities outside Toronto2,577
Housing starts counted by CMHC. A start is a home that began construction, not one for sale.
Housing growth target
29,000new homes Ontario asks for by 2031
More homes planned usually means more new releases to choose from.
Where new homes are
- Burlington GO areaMid and high rise homes around Burlington GO
- Aldershot GO areaMid and high rise homes around Aldershot GO
- Appleby GO areaMid and high rise homes around Appleby GO
- Downtown BurlingtonCondo growth near the lake and Brant St
Transit coming
- Lakeshore West GO Expansion, 15 minute service to BurlingtonProjects underway, no service date given
- Burloak Drive rail underpass on Lakeshore West lineUnder construction, rail bridge in service June 2026
Parks and outdoors
- Spencer Smith ParkLakefront promenade, beach, festivals
- Brant Street Pier137 m pier over Lake Ontario
- Mount Nemo Conservation AreaEscarpment lookout, climbing, hiking
Schools
School boards
- PublicHalton District School Board
- CatholicHalton Catholic District School Board
- French publicConseil scolaire Viamonde
- French CatholicConseil scolaire catholique MonAvenir
College and university
- McMaster University, Ron Joyce Centre (DeGroote MBA)
Highest rated by the Fraser Institute (2023/24, out of 10)
- 9.1Pauline JohnsonElementary
- 8.8PinelandElementary
- 8.6Alton VillageElementary
- 8.2NelsonSecondary
- 8.1Corpus ChristiSecondary
Sources: GO Transit, tax rates, school ratings, growth areas, CMHC, housing target, parks, drive times from OpenStreetMap routing, land transfer tax from Ontario's published rates.
Read more about buying in Burlington
Why Burlington New Builds Are Mostly Condos
The Niagara Escarpment and the Greenbelt limit where Burlington can grow outward, so new housing is directed to downtown and the areas around its three GO stations: Aldershot, Burlington and Appleby. These are designated Major Transit Station Areas, and that is where most mid-rise and high-rise projects are planned.
Established neighbourhoods like Alton Village, Orchard, Millcroft and Tyandaga are largely built out, so new freehold homes in Burlington are rare and usually infill.
For buyers, that means the choice in Burlington is often between a new condo near transit and a resale house in an established neighbourhood. Infill townhome projects do appear, but in small numbers and often with a condominium or common element structure, so check what kind of ownership you are buying and whether there is a monthly fee.
Burlington or Nearby?
Buyers who want a new freehold house often compare Burlington resale with new builds in Milton, Oakville or Waterdown. The trade is usually location and lake access against a newer home and warranty.
The new vs resale comparison puts both on the same footing, including HST, closing costs and Tarion coverage. The Halton project list and the Hamilton and Niagara list show the nearby options.
Commuting From Burlington
Burlington sits where the QEW, Highway 403 and Highway 407 meet, which makes it a practical base for jobs in both Hamilton and the western GTA. The Lakeshore West GO line has all-day service, a key draw for downtown Toronto commuters.
Condos near a GO station often cost more per square foot, but can save a car. Test it with the commute cost calculator.
Buying a Burlington Condo With Harmeet
For a new condo, Harmeet reviews the APS and disclosure statement at no charge and arranges a free lawyer review within the 10-day cooling-off period. He also helps with rebates, mortgage approval and upgrade choices.
- Estimate occupancy fees with the occupancy fee estimator.
- Plan deposits with the deposit schedule tool.
- Check affordability with the affordability calculator.
Downsizers and First-Time Buyers in Burlington
Burlington's new condos attract two very different buyers: owners downsizing from a house and first-time buyers starting out. Their questions differ.
Downsizers usually ask about unit size, storage, parking, elevators, walkability to the waterfront and downtown, and the timing between selling their house and closing on the condo. A long or extended closing can leave you needing a place to live in between, so build that risk into the plan.
First-time buyers usually ask about the deposit, the mortgage and the rebates. Eligible first-time buyers of a new condo may qualify for the 2026 HST relief and the Ontario land transfer tax refund. Check both with the HST rebate calculator and the land transfer tax calculator, then see the full picture with the closing costs calculator. Downsizers can use the cost to carry tool to plan the gap between two closings.
Top Realtors in Burlington: How to Choose
There is no official ranking of realtors in Burlington, and Ontario advertising rules do not let an agent call themselves the best without proof. So the useful question is which agent fits your purchase. Five checks:
- Registration. Look the agent up on the public register of the Real Estate Council of Ontario (RECO).
- Reviews you can read in full. Short star ratings say little. Read what past clients actually wrote, on the agent's own site and on verified review sites.
- Local proof. Ask what kind of ownership an infill townhome carries and what the monthly fee covers, since most new Burlington homes are condos or common element towns.
- The agreement. Ask them to walk you through a real builder agreement: deposits, closing date extensions, caps on closing adjustments and assignment rights.
- How they are paid. Get it in writing before you sign a buyer representation agreement.
The 12 questions guide has the full list to take to a first meeting. To see what is selling, open new homes in Burlington.
Questions Buyers Ask
Who is a good realtor for new condos in Burlington?
Someone who can read a condo disclosure statement with you and compare it with nearby options. Harmeet Singh, REALTOR®, of Dream Villa Group works with buyers across the GTA and Golden Horseshoe, with a focus on pre-construction homes and first-time buyers. He offers a free APS review and a free lawyer review of the agreement.
Who is the best realtor in Burlington?
No single realtor is the best for every buyer in Burlington, and Ontario advertising rules do not allow agents to claim it without proof. The right agent is registered with RECO, has detailed reviews you can read in full, and can explain your specific purchase. Harmeet Singh, REALTOR®, of Dream Villa Group works with buyers across the GTA and Golden Horseshoe, with a focus on pre-construction homes and first-time buyers. His five-star client reviews are published word for word at /reviews.html so you can judge for yourself.
Who are the top realtors in Burlington?
There is no official list of top realtors in Burlington. Review sites rank agents by client reviews, and RECO's public register confirms who is registered. Use both, then meet two or three agents and ask each one to explain a real builder agreement and how they are paid. Choose the one who explains risks clearly and does not push a same-day signature.
How do I choose the best realtor in Burlington?
Match the agent to the purchase. For a new condo, ask how they check occupancy fees, levy caps and the budget for common expenses. Read reviews in full and check RECO registration.
Are there new detached homes in Burlington?
Very few. Growth is directed to downtown and GO station areas, so most buyers wanting a new detached home look at Milton, Oakville or Waterdown.
Does a buyer pay a realtor for a new Burlington condo?
Usually not. Builders typically pay the buyer's agent's commission on new construction, so representation usually costs the buyer nothing; confirm this for your project before you sign.
Can I cancel a new condo in Burlington?
Yes, within 10 days of receiving the signed agreement and disclosure statement, under Ontario's Condominium Act.
How many new home projects are tracked near Burlington?
The Dream Villa project explorer currently tracks 40 pre-construction communities across Halton and 34 in Hamilton and Niagara, which together cover Burlington's nearby options.