Why Life is Better in Barrie
Meet Barrie—a city with a range of housing options, education and training opportunities, and shorter commutes, leaving more time for leisure activities and passion projects.
1. Attractive Housing Options
A range of housing choices can be found to suit any lifestyle, from waterfront condos to newly built homes with backyards for families.
The average home price in Barrie in December 2023 was $768,000 compared to $1,067,200 in Greater Toronto. (MLS Home Price Index*, CREA.ca December 2023®)
*The CREA Home Price Index is the most advanced and accurate tool to gauge a neighbourhood's home price levels and trends
2. Culture, Recreation & Entertainment
Barrie is Central Ontario’s cultural heart; the city is always busy with activities such as art exhibitions, summer and winter festivals, theatre shows, and concerts. Residents enjoy easy access to a range of cultural, recreation and outdoor activities. Plus, the city has all the urban amenities you’d expect.
- 121 public parks
- 300+ hectares of park space
- 88 kms of public trails throughout the city
- 10 kms of shoreline
- Award-winning outdoor performance venue
An abundance of local restaurants, a year-round farmers' market and craft breweries make Barrie a foodie's paradise.
Home of the OHL Barrie Colts, whose games offer residents and fans an affordable night out and a chance to see the future stars of the NHL.
3. A Well-Connected Location
Situated within 100 kms of the Toronto Area, The Blue Mountains and Ontario's cottage country, Barrie's central location means less time in traffic and more time doing what you love.
Barrie has a range of transit options, including bus and train access to Toronto. The local airport accommodates international passengers, including air charter service to New York City.
The city’s network of bike lanes continues to grow, supporting sustainable and active transportation.
