Welcome to Headon Forest.
Established, central and great value.
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Welcome to Headon Forest
In the middle of north Burlington, Headon Forest is an established neighbourhood from the 1970s and 1980s, with mature trees, plenty of parks and a wide range of homes.
It suits buyers who want space for a family at a more accessible price, with the 407 and the QEW both within reach.
At a glance
- Area
- Burlington. Next door, and home to Elena's office
- Homes
- Detached homes, semis, townhomes and some condos
- Getting around
- Central, between Highway 407 and the QEW
- Feel
- Settled, green and practical
The homes
The real estate
market.
Headon Forest offers the broadest mix in north Burlington: two-storey detached homes and back-splits, semis, townhouse complexes and a few condo buildings. Many homes have been updated over the years, and others are ready for a buyer’s own touch.
That range, together with mature lots and a central location, makes Headon Forest a frequent first stop for families moving up and buyers stepping into a freehold home.
5 reasons
What to
love.
- 01A wide range of home types and prices
- 02Mature trees and plenty of parks
- 03A central spot in north Burlington
- 04Everyday shopping close by
- 05Both the 407 and the QEW within reach
Local lifestyle
Life in
Headon Forest.
Headon Forest is a settled, friendly neighbourhood where kids walk to the park and neighbours have known each other for years. It is practical too, with errands, highways and the lake all a short drive away.
Dining, shopping & culture
Plazas along Upper Middle Road, Walkers Line and Dundas Street cover groceries, services and casual dining.
Things to do
- 01Explore the neighbourhood’s parks and green corridors
- 02Head south for a day on the waterfront
- 03Drive north to the escarpment trails
- 04Golf at nearby Millcroft or Tyandaga
For families
Schools
by address.
School boundaries change. Check the Halton District and Halton Catholic District school boards for an address, or ask Elena before you make an offer.
In Headon Forest, the designated school depends on the exact street address. Look the address up with each board before you fall for a house.
Compare neighbourhoods
Find your
Burlington.
Eight neighbourhoods side by side. Choose what matters to you and a budget, and the best matches rise to the top. Price levels are relative to the rest of Burlington. Ask Elena for current numbers on any street.
What matters to you
Budget, within Burlington
All 8 neighbourhoods
Downtown Burlington
Walkable and lively, right on the lakeHomes · Mostly condos and townhomes, some older detachedPrice level: More attainable to premiumGood for: Walk to shops & cafés,Near the lakeAldershot
Leafy and relaxed, surrounded by natureHomes · Bungalows, infill rebuilds, townhomes and condosPrice level: More attainable to mid-rangeGood for: Easy commute,Trails & nature,Near the lakeMillcroft
Quiet, green and family-firstHomes · Detached homes, executive homes on the course, townhomesPrice level: Mid-range to premiumGood for: Family-friendly,GolfAlton Village
Young, busy and modernHomes · Newer townhomes, semis and detached homesPrice level: Mid-rangeGood for: Family-friendly,Newer homes,Easy commuteThe Orchard
Calm and outdoorsy, on the Oakville sideHomes · Detached homes, semis and townhomesPrice level: Mid-rangeGood for: Family-friendly,Trails & nature,Easy commuteTyandaga
Private and wooded, close to the highwaysHomes · Custom and executive detached, some townhomesPrice level: PremiumGood for: Large lots & estates,Golf,Trails & nature,Easy commuteRoseland
Established, leafy and prestigiousHomes · Character homes, renovations and custom buildsPrice level: PremiumGood for: Large lots & estates,Near the lake,Family-friendlyHeadon ForestYou're here
Settled, central and practicalHomes · Detached, semis, townhomes and some condosPrice level: More attainable to mid-rangeGood for: Family-friendly,Easy commute
Buying or selling here?
Thinking about
Headon Forest?
Elena can walk you through the streets, the homes and the numbers, whichever side of the table you're on.
Burlington · Let's talk
Let's findyour place inHeadon Forest.
Whether you're buying, selling or just curious about Headon Forest, start with a conversation.

Elena Day
Luxury real estate advisor
Right at Home Realty