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Milton is a town in Southern Ontario and a part of the Greater Toronto Area, located just 40
kilometers west of Toronto on Highway 401. A part of the Halton Region, Milton has received
a great deal of publicity in recent years. This has been due largely to the release of the 2006
Census, which indicated that Milton had become the fastest growing community in Canada,
that saw a 71.4% increase in population between 2001 and 2006. As of mid-summer 2008,
Milton’s population had expanded to 72,500 and showed no signs of slowing.
As one of the fastest growing communities in the GTA, Milton has done well to position
itself for considerable economic growth. The town hopes to achieve this by offering the
friendliness and atmosphere of a town with the convenience of a vibrant and growing urban
industrial commercial centre. The town is confident in its ability to attain this level of growth
as it provides commercial interests with affordable and fully serviced land, low taxes and
competitive costs, a highly educated and skilled workforce as well as easy access to road, rail
and air transport, creating a perfect fit all within a very desirable residential community.
For those who choose to call Milton home, they can experience a unique blend of town
and country, making the Town of Milton a perfect to live, work and play. Nestled amongst the
picturesque Niagara Escarpment, Milton offers up old-fashioned warmth and hospitality, making
it a safe and secure community where one can live life to the fullest.
From Victorian homes and rural estate subdivisions to a complete selection of brand new
houses, there is a home to fit every lifestyle and taste. And speaking of lifestyle, Milton residents
seeking healthy, active lifestyles can choose from a wide range of recreational activities.
Residents and visitors can visit any one of Milton’s conservation areas, where sports
are offered all year round. Or, one can take a trip to one of the town’s many sporting
facilities, where programs are featured for all ages. Those looking to keep busy, without as much
physical exertion can take advantage of a plethora of pick-your-own farms, historic museums,
festivals, art galleries and quaint boutiques just around the corner, waiting for your enjoyment.
A lively community with a strong sense of history and serene beauty, the Town of Milton
has become a very popular destination for aspiring home buyers, who appreciate it for its rich
heritage and close proximity to Toronto. For those selling property in Milton, one should take
private home sales into consideration and look int a flat fee MLS® listing. Private real
estate can offer significant savings amongst other advantages. This is a trend that many current
Milton residents are taking note of, and as such, many homes for sale in Milton are now listed
for sale by owner. Numerous Town of Milton residents have made the most of their home-selling
opportunity, selling their home by owner. If this is something that interests you, contact one of
our qualified agents to inquire about listing on MLS®.
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