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East Mountain

Family Streets Backed by Escarpment Trails

East Mountain offers some of the best value on the Hamilton Mountain. With a mix of classic bungalows and newer family homes, excellent schools, and direct access to the Niagara Escarpment, it's a favourite for families seeking space without breaking the budget.

Avg. Price

$600,000 – $800,000

Schools

5 options

Commute

~50 min to TO

Escarpment

Trail access

Home Styles

A blend of 1970s–1990s bungalows and two-storey homes, with pockets of newer construction. Lots tend to be generous, and many homes back onto green spaces or escarpment trails.

Family Friendliness

Extremely family-oriented. Multiple school options, active community associations, and the escarpment trails right at your doorstep make it ideal for active families.

Schools

  • Eastmount Park Elementary
  • Norwood Park Elementary
  • St. Clare of Assisi Catholic Elementary
  • Mountain Secondary School
  • Frontenac Secondary School

Parks & Nature

  • Chedoke Golf Course
  • Scenic Drive lookout points
  • Mountain Brow parks
  • Escarpment Rail Trail

Shopping & Amenities

Local plazas along Mountain Brow and Upper Ottawa serve daily needs. Eastgate Square is nearby for additional shopping. The downtown core is about 10 minutes down the escarpment.

Commute Times

Good access to the Red Hill Valley Parkway and the LINC. Toronto is approximately 50 minutes by car. HSR bus routes connect to the mountain and downtown.

Pros

  • Excellent value for the space
  • Escarpment trail access
  • Strong school options
  • Generous lot sizes
  • Quiet, residential feel

Things Locals Love

"Walking the escarpment trails at sunset, the sense of community at local events, the affordability compared to other Mountain areas, and watching deer pass through the backyards."

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