Freehold Bungalows for Sale in Burlington
Burlington has more bungalows for sale than most of its neighbours, which is one of the reasons buyers looking for one storey living end up here after searching elsewhere first. Post war neighbourhoods across the city were built with bungalows, many sitting on wide, deep lots that would be difficult to find today.
I'm Dave Holt, a Realtor with 18 years of experience across Burlington, Oakville, and Mississauga. This is one of my two specialty property types, and Burlington is often where I find the right answer for a client whose search started somewhere tighter.
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Why Burlington Works for Bungalow Buyers
Three things make Burlington different. There is more inventory, because more bungalows were built here and more of them survive. The lots tend to be generous. And the city's layout means many bungalow neighbourhoods sit close to the lake, the escarpment, or both.
For buyers moving out of a larger home, that combination often means getting a one storey home on a real lot without moving far from where they already live.
Bungalow Neighbourhoods in Burlington
Aldershot and Aldershot West
West end Burlington, close to the Royal Botanical Gardens and the waterfront. Well established, with a good supply of bungalows on large mature lots.
Roseland
One of Burlington's most established south end neighbourhoods. Wide streets, big lots, and substantial bungalows close to the lake.
Shoreacres and Appleby
South east Burlington, between the lake and the QEW. Post war bungalows with strong schools and lakefront access nearby.
Brant and Downtown
Walking distance to the pier, Spencer Smith Park, and downtown restaurants. A mix of housing, including bungalows for buyers who want to leave the car at home.
Brant Hills, Tyandaga, and Mountainside
North and central Burlington, closer to the escarpment. Practical, established neighbourhoods with steady bungalow supply.
Freeman, Palmer, Headon Forest, and Tansley
Central Burlington, convenient to everything, with a range of one storey and split level homes.
Orchard, Alton, and Uptown
Newer north Burlington. Fewer traditional bungalows, but bungalofts and one storey layouts within newer developments.
Millcroft and Rose
Known for its golf course and its adult lifestyle bungalow enclaves. Worth a look for anyone comparing freehold and condo options.
Rural Burlington
Larger properties north of the city for buyers who want land.
What to Check Before You Buy
Whether it is a true bungalow, a raised bungalow, or a side split.
Burlington has plenty of all three and the listing language does not always make it obvious.
Age of the major systems.
Many Burlington bungalows date from the 1950s through the 1970s. Roof, furnace, windows, wiring, and plumbing should all be understood before closing rather than after.
The lot, and what it is worth.
In several Burlington neighbourhoods the land carries much of the value. That shapes what you pay and what the property does over time.
Basement condition and access.
Older homes near the lake or the creeks can have water history. It is checkable, and it should be checked.
How it will work as you age.
Entry steps, doorway widths, bathroom layout, and whether daily life can happen entirely on one floor.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Burlington have more bungalows than Oakville or Mississauga?
Generally yes. More were built here and more remain, which is why buyers who cannot find what they want in a tighter market often end up looking at Burlington.
Are Burlington bungalows a good option for downsizing?
What is the difference between a bungalow and a side split?
Which Burlington neighbourhoods have adult lifestyle bungalows?
Can you help if I am selling in Oakville or Mississauga and buying in Burlington?