Explore Durham Region Communities

Discover the neighbourhoods, schools, amenities and lifestyles that make Durham Region a great place to call home.

Discover Where You Belong in Durham Region

From Lake Ontario waterfront communities to historic downtowns, established neighbourhoods and peaceful rural settings, Durham Region offers a wide range of places to live.

Explore the eight municipalities below to learn more about local neighbourhoods, schools, transportation, parks and community amenities before beginning your home search.

Explore Durham's Eight Municipalities

Whitby waterfront in Durham Region

Whitby

Explore Brooklin, Rolling Acres, Downtown Whitby, waterfront neighbourhoods and more.

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Durham Region waterfront representing Oshawa communities

Oshawa

Discover North Oshawa, Windfields, Kedron, Taunton, Samac and established city neighbourhoods.

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Durham Region waterfront representing Ajax communities

Ajax

Learn about Ajax's waterfront, established residential areas, parks and commuting connections.

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Durham Region waterfront representing Pickering communities

Pickering

Explore Bay Ridges, Amberlea, Liverpool, Frenchman's Bay and other Pickering communities.

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Durham Region waterfront representing Clarington communities

Clarington

Discover Bowmanville, Courtice, Newcastle, Orono and Clarington's rural communities.

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Durham Region waterfront representing Uxbridge communities

Uxbridge

Explore Uxbridge's historic downtown, rural neighbourhoods, trails and natural surroundings.

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Durham Region waterfront representing Scugog communities

Scugog

Discover Port Perry, Lake Scugog, historic streetscapes and countryside communities.

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Durham Region waterfront representing Brock communities

Brock

Learn about Beaverton, Cannington, Sunderland and the Lake Simcoe area.

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Living in Durham Region

Choosing a community involves more than finding the right property. Schools, transportation, recreation, neighbourhood character and everyday conveniences can all influence where you feel most at home.

Schools & Education

Durham Region is served by public and Catholic school boards, with elementary and secondary schools across its municipalities. Families should confirm school boundaries and program availability directly with the applicable school board.

Transportation & Commuting

Highway 401, Highway 407, GO Transit and Durham Region Transit help connect communities throughout the region. Travel options and commute times vary depending on the municipality and neighbourhood.

Parks, Waterfronts & Recreation

From Lake Ontario's shoreline and conservation areas to Lake Scugog, Lake Simcoe, community parks and recreational trails, Durham offers a variety of outdoor experiences.

Housing & Neighbourhood Character

Durham includes historic homes, established suburban streets, newer residential developments, condominiums, townhouses and rural properties. Exploring individual neighbourhoods can help you narrow down which locations best suit your needs.

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