Published 2 November 2026 · By Jatin Dua, Broker of Record, RE/MAX Quantum Realty
For houses, the two are almost tied: Burlington’s detached median was $1,249,750 from January to October 2026, against $1,225,000 in Mississauga. Mississauga is cheaper for condos, at $485,000, and has three GO lines. Burlington has a slightly lower tax rate and held its prices better. Pick on commute and lifestyle, not price.
This guide is for buyers deciding between Burlington and Mississauga in 2027, and for owners in one city weighing a move to the other. You will get 2026 prices for every home type, how fast each market is moving, the property tax difference, the commute and transit picture, and a plain answer on who each city suits.
Burlington vs Mississauga: how do prices compare side by side?
These are two lakeshore cities on the QEW, but they are different sizes and sit in different regions. Burlington is in Halton Region, with 186,948 people at the 2021 census. Mississauga is in Peel Region, with 717,961. TRREB reports each city as one market area, so the figures below cover the whole city.
| Jan–Oct 2026 | Burlington median | Burlington sales | Mississauga median | Mississauga sales |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detached | $1,249,750 (0.0%) | 1,034 | $1,225,000 (−5.8%) | 1,798 |
| Semi-detached | $885,000 (−3.3%) | 96 | $885,000 (−7.3%) | 662 |
| Freehold townhouse | $860,000 (−6.7%) | 156 | $880,000 (−7.4%) | 152 |
| Condo townhouse | $691,000 (−7.1%) | 372 | $689,300 (−8.1%) | 777 |
| Condo apartment | $529,950 (−4.9%) | 364 | $485,000 (−9.3%) | 1,213 |
| Detached, average days on market | 29 | 31 | ||
| 2026 residential tax rate | about 1.015% (urban) | 1.087901% |
Source: TRREB MLS data via REALM, January–October 2026 vs the same period of 2025 (change in brackets); Region of Peel total 2026 tax rates; Burlington rate is my calculation from the City’s reported 2026 increase per $100,000 of assessment.
The first surprise is how close the house prices are. A detached house cost only $24,750 more at the median in Burlington, and semi-detached medians were identical. The real price gap is in condo apartments, where Mississauga was $44,950 cheaper.
Is Burlington more expensive than Mississauga?
Only slightly for houses, and only because Burlington held its value better. Burlington’s detached median was flat from 2025 to 2026. Mississauga’s fell 5.8%. Over two years the difference is clearer: Burlington’s detached median is down 5.7% from $1,325,000 in January–October 2024, while Mississauga’s is down 10.7% from $1,371,085.
So in 2024 a typical Mississauga house cost more than a Burlington one. By 2026 the order had flipped. For a buyer, that means Mississauga’s detached market has already given back more, and Burlington’s has held firmer.
Where Mississauga is clearly cheaper
Condo apartments. Mississauga’s condo median was $485,000, down 9.3% in a year and 16.8% in two years. Burlington’s was $529,950, down 4.9%. Mississauga also has more than three times as many condo sales, so you have much more choice. Condo townhouses cost almost the same in both, at about $690,000.
How fast are homes selling in Burlington and Mississauga?
Burlington is the tighter market. TRREB’s October 2026 Market Watch shows 3.6 months of inventory across all home types in Burlington against 4.9 in Mississauga. Burlington’s sales-to-new-listings ratio was 46.7%, against 36.4% in Mississauga. Both sold at 97% of the list price on average that month.
Detached supply shows the same pattern. The REALM data listed 316 active detached homes in Burlington and 901 in Mississauga. By my rough arithmetic, that is about three months of detached supply in Burlington and five in Mississauga, based on 2026’s average monthly sales. Detached homes averaged 29 days on market in Burlington and 31 in Mississauga.
What this means for you
In Mississauga, buyers have more listings to compare and more room to negotiate, especially on condos, which averaged 42 days on market. In Burlington, a well-priced detached house can still draw competition. If you are selling in one city to buy in the other, Burlington sellers are in the stronger position. My Mississauga housing market 2027 outlook goes deeper on the Peel side.
Which has lower property taxes, Burlington or Mississauga?
Burlington, by a modest amount. Mississauga’s 2026 total residential rate, including Peel Region and education, is 1.087901%. Burlington’s urban residential bill works out to about $1,015 for every $100,000 of assessment, or about 1.015%. I calculated that from figures in the City’s 2026 tax levy report, as published by the Burlington Gazette: the combined urban residential bill rose $43.70, or 4.50%, per $100,000 of assessment.
| 2026 residential property tax | Burlington (urban) | Mississauga |
|---|---|---|
| Total rate | about 1.015% | 1.087901% |
| Tax on a $500,000 assessment | about $5,074 | about $5,440 |
| Tax on a $700,000 assessment | about $7,104 | about $7,615 |
| Region | Halton | Peel |
Source: Region of Peel total 2026 tax rates (Mississauga, RT class); Burlington figure is my calculation from the City’s reported 2026 urban residential increase. Tax is charged on MPAC’s assessed value, still based on January 1, 2016 values.
That is a gap of about $500 a year on a $700,000 assessment. Rural north Burlington pays less, about $946 per $100,000 by the same method. My guides to Burlington property tax and Mississauga property tax show due dates and worked examples.
Land transfer tax and down payment
Neither city is in Toronto, so neither charges the municipal land transfer tax. You pay only Ontario’s: about $21,470 on Burlington’s detached median and $20,975 on Mississauga’s, before the first-time buyer refund of up to $4,000. The minimum down payment is $99,975 and $97,500, under the federal rule of 5% of the first $500,000 and 10% of the rest up to $1.5 million.
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Which is better for commuting to Toronto, Burlington or Mississauga?
Mississauga, for most people, simply because it is closer and has more GO lines. Mississauga is served by three GO train lines. The Lakeshore West line has all-day service, while the Kitchener and Milton lines mainly carry rush-hour commuters to Union Station. Toronto Pearson International Airport is in Malton, in Mississauga’s northeast corner, which matters if you fly for work.
Burlington is on the Lakeshore West line, with three stations: Appleby, Burlington and Aldershot. On weekdays, local trains run about every 30 minutes east of Aldershot. Metrolinx’s GO Expansion plan includes electrifying the line as far as Burlington GO, but no date is set, so do not count on it yet. By car, the QEW and Highway 403 run together through most of Burlington, with Highway 407 to the north.
When will the Hazel McCallion LRT open?
Not yet, and no opening date is confirmed. The 18-kilometre light rail line along Hurontario Street began construction in 2020 and was first meant to finish by the end of 2024. Public reporting in August 2026 said Metrolinx expects it to be structurally complete by August 2027, with service to follow later. If a home near Hurontario is priced as if the LRT is already running, be careful.
What is it like to live in Burlington vs Mississauga?
Burlington
Burlington is a mid-sized city between Lake Ontario and the Niagara Escarpment. Its urban area sits south of Highway 407, and the land north of it is mostly farms, rural homes and conservation land, with the Bruce Trail along the escarpment. Joseph Brant Hospital is in the downtown. Population growth has been slow, about 2% between 2016 and 2021, which keeps the city feeling settled. My list of the best neighbourhoods in Burlington compares the main areas.
Mississauga
Mississauga is the second-largest city in the GTA and feels like it. It has its own downtown at the City Centre around Square One, 13 kilometres of Lake Ontario shoreline, the Credit River valley and former villages such as Port Credit, Streetsville and Clarkson. Its two main hospitals, Credit Valley and Mississauga Hospital, run as Trillium Health Partners. It is also a major job centre, with many corporate head offices, so some residents do not commute to Toronto at all.
Schools
The cities use different boards. Burlington is served by the Halton District School Board and the Halton Catholic District School Board. Mississauga is served by the Peel District School Board and the Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board. Always confirm the school for an exact address with the board before you buy.
Should you buy a condo in Burlington or Mississauga?
If price and choice matter most, Mississauga. Its 2026 condo apartment median was $485,000, with 1,213 sales and 813 active listings in the REALM data. That is a buyer’s market by my arithmetic, close to seven months of supply. Burlington’s median was $529,950 with 364 sales, and condos there took longer to sell, at 52 days on average.
For condo townhouses, the two cities were almost tied at about $690,000, but Burlington’s sales jumped 25.7% while Mississauga’s slipped 2.6%. Buyers were clearly moving toward Burlington townhouses as prices eased.
A falling condo median does not mean every building is a bargain. Mississauga has many towers of different ages, and the fee, reserve fund and special assessment history matter as much as the price. Ask for the status certificate and have a lawyer review it before your offer goes firm.
For a detached house, I would not choose between these cities on price, because the medians are within about $25,000. Choose on commute and lifestyle. If you work in Toronto or near Pearson, or you want a condo with lots of choice, Mississauga makes more sense. If you want a quieter city with escarpment trails, a slightly lower tax rate and a market that held its value better, Burlington is worth the longer GO ride. The Bank of Canada raised its rate to 2.50% on October 28, 2026, so update your pre-approval first.
Who should pick Burlington?
- Families who want a settled, mid-sized city with the lake on one side and the escarpment on the other.
- Owners who care about yearly costs, with a slightly lower 2026 tax rate.
- Buyers who want a steadier market. Burlington’s detached median held flat in 2026.
- Commuters heading west toward Hamilton, Oakville or Milton. Compare it with its neighbour in my Oakville vs Burlington guide.
Who should pick Mississauga?
- Condo buyers, with a $485,000 median and more than 1,200 sales in ten months.
- Toronto commuters who want three GO lines and a shorter drive.
- Frequent flyers and people who work near Pearson.
- Buyers who want city amenities, from the City Centre to Port Credit’s waterfront.
What to do next
- Pick your home type first. If it is a condo apartment, start in Mississauga; if it is a detached house, compare both.
- Ask for the latest tax bill and MPAC assessment on every home you shortlist.
- Test the GO trip or the drive at rush hour from the exact street.
- Get a written mortgage pre-approval, since rates rose in late October 2026.
- If you own now, get a value estimate before you plan your purchase.
Need help with this? Talk to me.
I’m Jatin Dua, Broker of Record at RE/MAX Quantum Realty, and I’m the best agent to do this kind of work for you in Toronto and across the GTA. Over $100 million in GTA sales and 100+ families helped sell. Feel free to contact me any time: call or text 833-330-1925 or email [email protected].
Frequently asked questions
Is Burlington more expensive than Mississauga in 2027?
Only slightly, for houses. From January to October 2026, Burlington’s detached median was $1,249,750 against Mississauga’s $1,225,000, based on TRREB MLS data via REALM. Semi-detached medians were the same, at $885,000. Condo apartments were cheaper in Mississauga, at $485,000 against $529,950. These are 2026 figures, not a forecast for 2027.
Is Burlington better than Mississauga?
It depends on what you need. In 2026, Burlington suited buyers who want a quieter city, escarpment trails and a slightly lower tax rate, and its detached prices held flat. Mississauga suited condo buyers, Toronto commuters and people working near Pearson, with three GO lines and far more listings. Detached prices were within about $25,000 of each other.
Are property taxes higher in Mississauga or Burlington?
Mississauga’s are slightly higher. Its 2026 total residential rate is 1.087901%, while Burlington’s urban residential bill works out to about 1.015% by my calculation. On a $700,000 assessment that is about $7,615 a year in Mississauga and about $7,104 in Burlington. Rural north Burlington pays a lower rate than the urban area.
How fast are houses selling in Burlington?
Fairly quickly for this market. Detached houses in Burlington averaged 29 days on market from January to October 2026, based on TRREB MLS data via REALM. TRREB’s October 2026 Market Watch showed 3.6 months of inventory across all home types in Burlington, tighter than Mississauga’s 4.9 months, so well-priced homes can still draw competition.
What is the median condo price in Mississauga in 2026?
The median condo apartment price in Mississauga was $485,000 from January to October 2026, down 9.3% from $535,000 a year earlier, based on TRREB MLS data via REALM. There were 1,213 sales and condos averaged 42 days on market. Condo townhouses had a median of $689,300 over the same months.
Which Burlington GO stations have train service to Toronto?
Burlington has three GO stations on the Lakeshore West line: Appleby, Burlington and Aldershot. All have train service to Union Station in Toronto, and on weekdays local trains run about every 30 minutes east of Aldershot. Metrolinx plans to electrify the line as far as Burlington GO, but no completion date has been set as of November 2026.
When will the Hazel McCallion LRT open in Mississauga?
No opening date is confirmed as of November 2026. The 18-kilometre light rail line on Hurontario Street began construction in 2020 and was first expected by the end of 2024. Reporting in August 2026 said Metrolinx expects it to be structurally complete by August 2027, with passenger service to follow after testing.
Do you pay municipal land transfer tax in Mississauga or Burlington?
No. The municipal land transfer tax applies only in the City of Toronto, so buyers in Mississauga and Burlington pay only Ontario’s land transfer tax. On the 2026 detached medians that is about $20,975 in Mississauga and $21,470 in Burlington. First-time buyers can get a refund of up to $4,000 from Ontario.
How much down payment do I need for a house in Burlington or Mississauga?
At the 2026 detached medians, the minimum down payment is $99,975 in Burlington on $1,249,750 and $97,500 in Mississauga on $1,225,000. Canada’s rule is 5% of the first $500,000 and 10% of the rest up to $1.5 million. With less than 20% down, you also pay mortgage default insurance.
Sources
- Region of Peel: Total 2026 tax rates (Mississauga)
- Burlington Gazette: Council will approve a tax levy by-law (2026 increase per $100,000)
- TRREB Market Watch, October 2026
- Ontario Ministry of Finance: Calculating land transfer tax
- Wikipedia: Burlington, Ontario (2021 census, geography, hospital, schools)
- Wikipedia: Mississauga (2021 census, GO lines, hospitals, schools)
- Wikipedia: Lakeshore West line (stations, service pattern, GO Expansion)
- Wikipedia: Hazel McCallion Line (construction status, 2026 reporting)
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About the author — Jatin Dua, Toronto and GTA real estate broker
I am Jatin Dua, Broker of Record and co-founder of RE/MAX Quantum Realty Inc., Brokerage, Unit 101, 799 The Queensway, Toronto. I work with buyers and sellers across Toronto and the GTA and have helped more than 100 families sell. Four-plus years of active GTA transactions and over $100 million in sales volume.
Reach me at [email protected] or 833-330-1925, or book a call.