Welcome to Glenorchy, Oakville, the town's newest and most modern residential development. Originally farmland, development began here in 2012 with a vision for a "walkable urban village" modelled on small Ontario towns. Located on Oakville's northern edge, this family-oriented community successfully integrates detached homes, Oakville Townhouses for Sale, and stylish Oakville Condos for Sale with preserved green space, ensuring residents have immediate access to both urban conveniences and the beauty of nature.
Convenient everyday retail. Residents in the area have multiple shopping nodes close at hand. RioCentre at Dundas Street West and Neyagawa Boulevard serves as a primary local hub, anchored by Food Basics and Dollarama. Nearby, a Fortinos is located at 493 Dundas Street West, while the Shoppes on Dundas at Prince Michael Drive features diverse dining options including Little Saigon 88 and Sunnyside Grill. Local services are also easily accessible at River Glen Mews on Sixth Line.
Education and transit. Families in Glenorchy are served by Dr. David R. Williams Public School and St. Gregory the Great Catholic School, both built alongside the growing neighbourhood. Additionally, a new high school at Sixth Line and Burnhamthorpe Road is expected to open in September 2027. Commuters will appreciate the close proximity to Highway 407 directly to the north, while the QEW is a short drive south, with Oakville GO station accessible via Trafalgar Road or Neyagawa Boulevard.
Active outdoor lifestyle. Built to encourage walkability, the community features parks, natural corridors, and dedicated trails woven directly into its layout. For outdoor enthusiasts, the magnificent Sixteen Mile Creek valley is close by, offering exceptional hiking and cycling paths that showcase the rich, creek-side landscape of Halton.
Glenorchy, Oakville currently has 97 active properties for sale with a median list price of $1.0M, averaging 46 days on market. Recent sales closed at an average of 96% of asking price (most recent sale: August).
22 properties sold in Glenorchy, Oakville in August at a median of $1.1M. Sales closed at an average of 96% of asking price.
When did development in Glenorchy begin?
Glenorchy is Oakville's newest neighbourhood, with construction beginning on former farmland in 2012. It was designed under a "walkable urban village" master plan modelled after small Ontario towns.
What grocery and shopping options are nearby?
Shopping is easily accessible at RioCentre (at Dundas Street West and Neyagawa Boulevard), which features a Food Basics and Dollarama. There is also a Fortinos at 493 Dundas Street West, the Shoppes on Dundas, and River Glen Mews on Sixth Line.
What schools serve the Glenorchy community?
The neighbourhood is served by Dr. David R. Williams Public School and St. Gregory the Great Catholic School. A new high school at Sixth Line and Burnhamthorpe Road is scheduled to open in September 2027.
How is the commute from Glenorchy to Toronto?
Commuters can access Highway 407 directly to the north or drive south to the QEW. Additionally, the Oakville GO station is reachable via Trafalgar Road or Neyagawa Boulevard, providing direct access to the Lakeshore West train line.
Are there natural trails and parks in Glenorchy?
Yes. New parks, green corridors, and trails are woven throughout the community's design. The Sixteen Mile Creek valley is also nearby, offering beautiful trails for hiking and cycling.
