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The beautiful city of Burlington is located in Southern Ontario on the north shores of Lake
Ontario, between the cities of Hamilton and Toronto as a part of Halton Region. Part of the
Greater Toronto Area (GTA), Burlington’s geographic position places it roughly at the centre
of the Golden Horseshoe region, an area known for being a dynamic location with countless
attractions.
The city of Burlington is comprised of a total land area of 187sq kilometers, with the main urban
areas located south of the Queen Elizabeth Parkway and HWY 407. To the north of this area,
land is primarily used for agriculture and as well as rural residential and conservation purposes.
Thanks to the natural geographical beauty in which it is situated, residents living in the city
of Burlington experience a quality of life that is second to none. Maintaining 580 hectares of
parkland, Burlington offers some of the best hiking opportunities in the world. One can make
their way through local sections of the Bruce Trail and the Niagara Escarpment, which is a
UNESCO designated World Biosphere Reserve. One can also take in the Waterfront Trail, which
runs along the northern shore of Lake Ontario. Add to this, four indoor and two outdoor pools,
four splash pads, nine ice pads, six community centres and nine golf courses and residents will
never run out of things to do and experience in the city of Burlington.
Burlington’s economy is touted as being full-bodied with potential for future growth. The city
derives its strength from the diversity of its economic base, achieved because of its geography,
proximity to large industries in southern Ontario, its location within the GTA and proximity to
Hamilton as well as its transportation infrastructure. Located at the hub of the Golden Horseshoe,
Burlington’s economy is largely driven by both the automotive and manufacturing sectors.
Thanks to such characteristics, the city has historically been a destination with a high quality
of life, and was recently named the 3rd best city in Canada in which to reside. In a housing
market as desirable as Burlington, for those looking to sell, there is potential to turn a significant
profit on one of your biggest investments. A great way to maximize return on investment is to
consider private real estate, by selling your property for sale by owner. This option has helped
many people selling their home by owner to save thousands of dollars every year, via a flat fee
MLS®® listing. By choosing a company with a proven track record, listing on MLS® offers you the
support and exposure you need, all while helping you to retain as much money from the sale of
your home as possible.
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