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Oakville Real Estate - Bronte Village

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Real Estate Agent with RE/MAX Real Estate Centre Inc., Brokerage

Bronte Village is one of Oakville's most charming neighbourhoods.  Located on the shores of Lake Ontario and at the mouth of the 12 Mile Creek, Bronte Village offers a mix of old and new when it comes to real estate. An evening stroll down Fisherman's Wharf and to the Bronte Outer Harbour Marina are reason enough to want to call Bronte Village home.Bronte Condos, Bronte Harbour, Jenny Kotulak photo

Bronte has seen many changes over the years, with older cottages being replaced with modern executive style town homes and detached homes.  The downtown shopping area has been reviatalized and now many boutiques, cafes and restaurants service the area residents plus the many visitors to the area. Bronte is the type of neighbourhood where people do not move away from very easily.  If they outgrow their home or need to downsize, they search the Bronte area to find the exact property to meet their future needs.

Bronte Condos, Bronte Harbour, Jenny Kotulak photoHighrise lakefront condos offer a lifestyle option condusive to those who no longer want to maintain a yard but still want to keep active. Many of these condos offer every amenity imaginable.  Executive townhomes offer luxurious finishings plus the ability to walk to all amenities including the harbour and pier.

Older bungalows and one and a half storey homes built in the 1940's and 1950's sit on oversized treed lots.  Many of these homes are being replaced with brand new custom homes. There is also a selection of two storey and split level homes built in the 1970's, that sell for $400,000 +.

Starter townhomes are priced under $300,000 while executive town homes list for $500,000 and upwards.  Condos with lake views can be purchased for just over $400,000. and up, depending on the square footage and interior condition.

For those who love living close to the lake and harbour, Bronte Village offers a wide selection of types of homes at different price points.  One bedroom condos will suit the single crowd.  Young families are taking advantage of the larger lots and mature individuals are buying up the newer townhomes.

Bronte Village is an integral part of Oakville with its rich history and vibrant revitalization.

 

 

Comments(7)

FN LN
Toronto, ON

Hi Jenny - Very nice localism post of Bronte Village and a great way to learn about individual neighbourhoods in Oakville.

Jul 26, 2009 04:19 PM
Al & Peggy Cunningham, Brokers
RE/MAX West Realty Inc., Brokerage - Brampton, ON
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Good Morning Jenny,

We could sell waterfront property all day long.  There is just something about being around water that brightens your day.  Even when it rains, the water will sooth your mind.

 

Jul 27, 2009 12:23 AM
Jim Valentine
RE/MAX Realty Affiliates - Gardnerville, NV

Sounds like a wonderful neighborhood transitioning nicely. 

Jul 27, 2009 12:59 AM
Pat Whitehouse
RE/MAX 1st Olympic Lynchburg Va - Lynchburg, VA
Broker/Owner

Good morning Jenny-Great localism post. it looks like a wonderful area. Have a great week. :-)

Jul 27, 2009 03:05 AM
Diane Daley
Caron's Gateway Real Estate - Northumberland, NH

Thanks for the learning experience , this was a very nice post on Bronte Village.

Jul 27, 2009 10:13 AM
Jenny Kotulak
RE/MAX Real Estate Centre Inc., Brokerage - Oakville, ON
Broker - Oakville Ontario Real Estate

Hi Marc - Bronte harbour is one of my favourite places to hang out.  We used to take the kids there when they were young and now I take the dog lol.

Hi Al and Peg,

You're right about the water. When I was showing condos overlooking the lake it almost made me want to live in a condo.  Maybe someday.  Just waking up and seeing the lake would be awesome.

Jul 29, 2009 05:01 PM
Jenny Kotulak
RE/MAX Real Estate Centre Inc., Brokerage - Oakville, ON
Broker - Oakville Ontario Real Estate

Hi Jim - There were a lot of issues over the years.  Old buildings which the residents saved from demolition and moved to a new site.  Residents were also upset about condos being built right on the harbour, blocking the view.

Thanks Pat - The next best thing to being by the ocean is being by the lake lol.

Hi Caron - Thanks for your kind words.  Bronte sure has lots of history.

Jul 29, 2009 05:05 PM