Is Courtice a good place to live?
Yes. Courtice is a strong fit for families who want suburban calm next to Oshawa. It is mostly detached and semi-detached homes on quiet streets, with Highway 401 and toll-free Highway 418 nearby and a Courtice GO station planned. Clarington’s typical detached home was about $829,000 in September 2026.
- Best for: families and move-up buyers who want a quieter area close to Oshawa’s shopping, hospital and campuses.
- Typical price (Sept 2026): Clarington benchmarks: $738,900 composite; detached $829,300; townhouse $538,800 (TRREB MLS® HPI). TRREB does not publish a separate Courtice index.
- Getting around: about 10 minutes to Oshawa GO; a Courtice GO station is planned on the Lakeshore East extension.
- Areas to know: Central Courtice, South Courtice, North Courtice and the west side near Townline Road.
Updated October 2026 by the Thomas Team, Century 21 Percy Fulton Ltd., Brokerage.
About Courtice, Ontario
Courtice is mainly residential, with detached homes, semis and townhouses built mostly from the 1980s onward. It feels quieter than Oshawa while keeping Oshawa’s shopping, Lakeridge Health Oshawa and the campuses just minutes away.
Highway 401 runs along its south edge, and toll-free Highway 418 on its east side links to Highway 407 East.
The planned Lakeshore East GO extension includes a Courtice station in the south end, which could make Courtice much more attractive to Toronto commuters.
| Fact | Courtice |
|---|---|
| Municipality | Clarington, Durham Region |
| Type | Suburban community |
| Clarington benchmark, all homes (Sept 2026) | $738,900 |
| Clarington benchmark, detached (Sept 2026) | $829,300 |
| Highways | 401, 418, 407 East (toll-free) |
| GO | Courtice station planned (Lakeshore East) |
| Nearest hospital | Lakeridge Health Oshawa |
| School boards | KPRDSB, PVNCCDSB, Viamonde, MonAvenir |
📍 Courtice, Durham Region, Ontario
Courtice Neighbourhood Guide
Central Courtice
Central Courtice around Nash Road and Courtice Road is close to Courtice Secondary School, the Courtice Community Complex and local plazas.
- Courtice Secondary School
- Courtice Community Complex
- Local plazas and services
- Easy access to Highway 2
South Courtice
South Courtice has the quickest Highway 401 access, South Courtice Arena, and the planned Courtice GO station area.
- Fastest access to Highway 401
- South Courtice Arena
- Planned Courtice GO station
- Close to Darlington Provincial Park
North Courtice
North Courtice is quieter and more residential, with access toward rural Clarington and some larger properties.
- Quiet residential streets
- Family-sized homes
- Access to rural Clarington
- Close to Highway 418
West Courtice / Townline
The west side near Townline Road is the closest part of Courtice to Oshawa’s shopping, hospital and jobs.
- Closest pocket to Oshawa
- Short drive to shopping
- Established homes
- Easy cross-Durham commuting
| Neighbourhood | Best for | Typical housing | Price point |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Courtice | school-focused families | Detached and semis | Mid |
| South Courtice | commuters | Detached, semis, towns | Mid |
| North Courtice | move-up buyers | Detached, some larger lots | Mid to upper |
| West Courtice / Townline | buyers who work in Oshawa | Detached and semis | Mid |
Courtice Demographics
Who lives in Courtice?
Courtice attracts young families, move-up buyers from Oshawa, and workers at Lakeridge Health, Ontario Tech, Durham College and the Darlington station who want a quieter neighbourhood.
Growth and housing demand
Growth in Courtice is mostly new subdivisions on its edges and planned density around the future GO station in the south end. Clarington prices were down about 5% year over year in September 2026.
Schools in Courtice
Public and Catholic schools
Courtice Secondary School
Public secondary · Nash RoadConfirm catchment with KPRDSBHoly Trinity Catholic Secondary School
Catholic secondary · CourticeConfirm catchment with PVNCCDSBDr. Emily Stowe Public School
Public elementary · CourticeConfirm catchment with KPRDSBGood Shepherd Catholic Elementary School
Catholic elementary · CourticeConfirm catchment with PVNCCDSB| Board | System |
|---|---|
| Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board (KPRDSB) | English public |
| Peterborough Victoria Northumberland and Clarington Catholic DSB (PVNCCDSB) | English Catholic |
| Conseil scolaire Viamonde | French public |
| Conseil scolaire catholique MonAvenir | French Catholic |
Colleges and universities nearby
Ontario Tech University and Durham College in north Oshawa are about 15 minutes away, and Trent University Durham is in Oshawa.
Transit and Getting Around Courtice
Future Courtice GO station
The planned Lakeshore East extension from Oshawa to Bowmanville includes a Courtice station. Check Metrolinx for the latest timeline.
Highways
Highway 401 runs along the south edge of Courtice, and toll-free Highway 418 connects to Highway 407 East.
Local buses
DRT routes link Courtice to Oshawa, Bowmanville and the GO network, with PULSE rapid buses along Highway 2.
Approximate commute times from Courtice
| Destination | Typical time | How |
|---|---|---|
| Union Station (drive + GO) | 70–80 min | Drive to Oshawa GO + Lakeshore East |
| Downtown Toronto (drive) | 55–85 min | Highway 401 |
| Oshawa | 10–15 min | Highway 2 / 401 |
| Bowmanville | 10–15 min | Highway 2 / 401 |
| Markham | 40–45 min | Highway 418 / 407 |
Things to Do and Local Amenities in Courtice
Parks & Nature
- Darlington Provincial Park
- Courtice trails and parks
- Black Creek valley
- Lake Ontario shoreline nearby
- Local sports fields
Shopping
- Highway 2 retail corridor
- Local grocery and plazas
- Oshawa Centre nearby
- Bowmanville shops nearby
- Farm stands in rural Clarington
Recreation
- Courtice Community Complex
- South Courtice Arena
- Courtice library branch
- Golf courses nearby
- Canadian Tire Motorsport Park nearby
Health & Services
- Lakeridge Health Oshawa nearby
- Local clinics and family health teams
- Ontario Tech and Durham College nearby
- Dental and veterinary services
- Community programs
Courtice Real Estate Market (September 2026)
| Property type | Benchmark price |
|---|---|
| Composite (all home types) | $738,900 |
| Detached | $829,300 |
| Semi-detached | $645,700 |
| Townhouse | $538,800 |
| Condo apartment | $445,900 |
| Year-over-year change (composite) | -5.23% |
Source: TRREB MLS® Home Price Index, September 2026. TRREB does not publish a separate index for Courtice, so Clarington figures are shown. Benchmark prices describe a typical home, not an average sale price. Ask us for current sold data on any street.
Detached homes in North and Central Courtice usually trade above the Clarington benchmark. South Courtice may see more interest as the GO station plans firm up.
Because Courtice has few condos, first-time buyers usually look at semis and townhouses, or compare with Oshawa.
Pros and cons of living in Courtice
Pros
- Quiet family neighbourhoods
- Minutes from Oshawa amenities
- Highway 401 and toll-free 418 / 407
- Planned Courtice GO station
- Close to Darlington Provincial Park
Cons
- Car-dependent today
- Few condos or rentals
- GO timeline not final
- Limited local nightlife and dining
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Frequently Asked Questions About Courtice
Yes. Courtice is a good place to live for families who want quiet streets close to Oshawa’s shopping, hospital and campuses, with quick highway access. It is car-dependent until the planned GO station opens.
No. Courtice is part of the Municipality of Clarington, directly east of Oshawa. It has Clarington services and is served by Kawartha Pine Ridge and PVNC Catholic schools.
TRREB does not publish a separate Courtice index. For Clarington as a whole, the September 2026 MLS® HPI benchmark was $738,900 for all homes and $829,300 for detached homes.
Not yet. A Courtice GO station is planned as part of the Lakeshore East extension to Bowmanville. Today, Oshawa GO is about 10 minutes away.
Mostly detached and semi-detached homes, with some townhouses. Condo supply is limited.
For drivers, yes: Highway 401 and toll-free Highway 418 to the 407 East are close. Rail commuters drive to Oshawa GO until the Courtice station opens.
Courtice Secondary School and Holy Trinity Catholic Secondary School are the main high schools, with several public and Catholic elementary schools. Confirm catchments with KPRDSB or PVNCCDSB.
Generally, yes. In September 2026 Clarington’s detached benchmark was $829,300, compared with $977,100 in Whitby.
Last updated October 2026. Written by Damali Thomas and Desemal Thomas, Realtors, and Jermaine Whyte, Mortgage Agent Level 2, at the Thomas Team, Century 21 Percy Fulton Ltd., Brokerage. Data: Statistics Canada 2021 Census; TRREB MLS® HPI; Metrolinx; local school boards.
