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Best Retirement Homes in Oakville, ON

Oakville has 13 retirement homes on Senior Care Path, averaging 4.7 stars across 700 resident reviews. Ranked by our SCP Confidence Score, our 100-point trust rating, the strongest right now are Sunrise of Oakville, Chartwell Palermo Village Retirement Residence and Chartwell Waterford Retirement Residence.

Retirement homes suit mostly independent seniors who want meals, housekeeping, and a social calendar, with optional care that can grow as needs change.

Below you will find every community ranked by Confidence Score, real resident reviews, what families pay and how to fund it, the amenities and services to expect, and local guidance, so you can compare with clarity and reach out when you are ready. Updated July 2026.

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Oakville Retirement Homes | 700 Reviews

13 communities

Sunrise of Oakville

456 Trafalgar Rd, Oakville, ON L6J 7X1, Canada

Starting at

From $5,533/mo

Sunrise of Oakville 4
71/ 100

Good confidence

4.7(94 reviews)

“I have had the pleasure of visiting Residents at Sunrise Retirement/Oakville over many years.First, with our group from St. Andrew's and now to see friends who...”

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Provides: Retirement Home, Assisted Living, Memory Care

Assisted living, memory care, and short-term stays in Oakville, Ontario. The community features personalized care from… Read more

Amica Bronte Harbour

160 Bronte Rd, Oakville, ON L6L 3C1, Canada

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Amica Bronte Harbour 4
65/ 100

Good confidence

4.8(53 reviews)

“We decided to move my mom into a home a year and a half ago. The main criteria was that it needed to be something within the Oakville boundaries and a home...”

Provides: Retirement Home

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Chartwell Oakville Retirement Residence

180 Oak Park Blvd, Oakville, ON L6H 0A6, Canada

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Chartwell Oakville Retirement Residence 4
65/ 100

Good confidence

4.8(86 reviews)

“Chartwell’s staff exemplify professionalism and compassion. They are consistently dependable, flexible, and genuinely caring. It is deeply reassuring to know...”

Provides: Retirement Home

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Chartwell Palermo Village Retirement Residence

3136 Dundas St W, Oakville, ON L6M 0S5, Canada

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Chartwell Palermo Village Retirement Residence 4
65/ 100

Good confidence

4.9(110 reviews)

“Palermo has been amazing for my mom, she moved in about 6months ago, she is always saying how she enjoys it. We toured other retirement facilities, but fell in...”

Provides: Retirement Home

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Chartwell Waterford Retirement Residence

2160 Baronwood Dr, Oakville, ON L6M 0Y1, Canada

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Chartwell Waterford Retirement Residence 4
65/ 100

Good confidence

4.7(92 reviews)

“Finding a retirement place for a loved one can be overwhelming but Katie Hourigan and Susan Gallagher helped us navigate the process with professionalism and...”

Provides: Retirement Home, Assisted Living

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Delmanor Glen Abbey

1459 Nottinghill Gate, Oakville, ON L6M 4W1, Canada

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Delmanor Glen Abbey 4
65/ 100

Good confidence

4.6(36 reviews)

“I recently stayed at Delmanor after having hip surgery. The unit I stayed in was clean bright and accessible. I found all the staff were cheerful, welcoming...”

Provides: Retirement Home

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Livita Queens Avenue Retirement Residence

1056 Queens Ave, Oakville, ON L6H 6R3, Canada

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Livita Queens Avenue Retirement Residence 4
65/ 100

Good confidence

4.9(26 reviews)

“I would recommend Queens Retirement Home in a heartbeat. The people who work there are wonderful, from Linda at the front reception to Michelle, the Community...”

Provides: Retirement Home

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Venvi Churchill Place

345 Church St, Oakville, ON L6J 7G4, Canada

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Venvi Churchill Place 4
65/ 100

Good confidence

4.9(32 reviews)

“I heard about Churchill place through my daughter’s mother in-law who lived here, and when it was time for me to retire, I decided to move here as well. The...”

Provides: Retirement Home

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Venvi The Kensington Oakville

25 Lakeshore Rd W, Oakville, ON L6K 3X8, Canada

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Venvi The Kensington Oakville 4
65/ 100

Good confidence

4.9(56 reviews)

“We recently had the opportunity to work with Kensington Venvi in Oakville after being brought on as decorators, and it was genuinely a great experience from...”

Provides: Retirement Home

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Vistamere Retirement Residence

380 Sherin Dr, Oakville, ON L6L 4J3, Canada

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Vistamere Retirement Residence 4
65/ 100

Good confidence

4.7(47 reviews)

“I had the pleasure to perform stand-up comedy this afternoon at Vistamere Retirement Home. The residents were a delight to perform to with lots of smiles and...”

Provides: Retirement Home

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VIVA Oakville Retirement Community

1 Sixteen Mile Dr, Oakville, ON L6M 1P3, Canada

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VIVA Oakville Retirement Community 4
65/ 100

Good confidence

4.7(29 reviews)

“We had my dad’s 95 birthday celebration. He is a resident at Viva. Chef Rob and his team knocked it out of the park. The food, service and venue was amazing....”

Provides: Retirement Home, Assisted Living

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Oakville Estates Retirement Residence

3000 Hospital Gate, Oakville, ON L6M 4H6, Canada

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Oakville Estates Retirement Residence 4
53/ 100

Developing confidence

4.1(20 reviews)

“Our family had a truly positive experience with Oakville Estates Retirement Residence (Respite care ) during a very difficult time. From the moment we arrived,...”

Provides: Retirement Home

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Seasons Retirement Communities

1315 North Service Rd E #200, Oakville, ON L6H 1A7, Canada

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Seasons Retirement Communities
41/ 100

Limited confidence

4.0(19 reviews)

“My sister's and I are looking for the best place to have our mother live at and Season Retirement home is the perfect place to be we loved our tour with Jeremy...”

Provides: Retirement Home, Independent Living

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Our methodology

How we rank the Oakville retirement homes above

We order every community by our SCP Confidence Score, a 100-point rating built from the signals families tell us matter most:

  • A strong Google rating and a real volume of verified reviews
  • Transparent, published pricing
  • Documented care services and amenities
  • Confirmed contact details, licensing, and independent verification

Where our information comes from

700

Google reviews

Star ratings and written reviews come straight from Google, so the feedback is from real residents and families across these 13 communities, never written by us.

100-point

SCP Confidence Score

Our own 13-signal trust rating, recomputed as listings are verified and updated, decides the order above. It answers one question: can you trust this community?

How Oakville communities are rated

Google star ratings across 13 retirement homes.

  • 4.5 and up11
  • 4.0 to 4.42
  • 3.5 to 3.90
  • Under 3.50

Confidence Score range

How the 13 Oakville retirement homes fall across our trust tiers.

  • High0 communities
  • Good11 communities
  • Developing1 community
  • Limited1 community

Table of contents

  1. 01How much does retirement homes cost in Oakville?
  2. 02What families are saying about retirement homes
  3. 03How to choose retirement homes in Oakville
  4. 04Frequently asked questions

How much do retirement homes cost in Oakville?

Among the 1 Oakville retirement homes that publish a starting rate, costs run from $5,533 to $5,533 per month. Most communities share full pricing on request, since the final number depends on suite size and the level of care needed.

Most retirement homes in Ontario are private-pay, funded from a blend of pensions, retirement savings, and home equity. Government pensions form the floor: the Canada Pension Plan, Old Age Security, and the income-tested Guaranteed Income Supplement for lower-income seniors. Provincial benefits and Veterans Affairs Canada may offset part of the cost. For a full breakdown, read our guide on what senior living really costs in canada.

Ontario retirement homes are licensed by the Retirement Homes Regulatory Authority (RHRA). Long-term care is publicly funded and income-tested through Ontario Health atHome, while retirement and assisted living are mostly private-pay.

What families are saying about retirement homes in Oakville

A 4.7 star average across 700 Google reviews of 13 retirement homes. Here is a sample, straight from residents and families.

“Palermo has been amazing for my mom, she moved in about 6months ago, she is always saying how she enjoys it. We toured other retirement facilities, but fell in love with Palermo and its staff. Prit (manager) was Very accommodating and...”
ryan ferlin on Chartwell Palermo Village Retirement Residence
“I have had the pleasure of visiting Residents at Sunrise Retirement/Oakville over many years.First, with our group from St. Andrew's and now to see friends who are there. It is ALWAYS a pleasant experience for me. The staff is open and...”
Sheila O'Reilly on Sunrise of Oakville
“Finding a retirement place for a loved one can be overwhelming but Katie Hourigan and Susan Gallagher helped us navigate the process with professionalism and care before, during and even after our Mom moved on to Long Term Care. They were...”
Donna Hughes on Chartwell Waterford Retirement Residence
“Chartwell’s staff exemplify professionalism and compassion. They are consistently dependable, flexible, and genuinely caring. It is deeply reassuring to know that my parents are in the hands of such trustworthy individuals, both day and...”
Scott Houghton on Chartwell Oakville Retirement Residence
“We recently had the opportunity to work with Kensington Venvi in Oakville after being brought on as decorators, and it was genuinely a great experience from start to finish. From day one, Esther, Karla, and Homer were an absolute pleasure...”
u d on Venvi The Kensington Oakville
“We decided to move my mom into a home a year and a half ago. The main criteria was that it needed to be something within the Oakville boundaries and a home that had a complete continuum of care, all the way through hospice. This was...”
Denise Gervais on Amica Bronte Harbour

How to choose retirement homes in Oakville

Oakville families comparing retirement homes have 13 options to weigh. Start with care level and budget, then shortlist by location, availability, and the services each community offers, and reach out directly to confirm openings and book a tour. Our guide to choosing retirement homes walks through what to look for.

Frequently asked questions

How much do retirement homes cost in Oakville?
Retirement Homes in Oakville that publish a rate run roughly $5,533 to $5,533 per month, depending on care level and suite size.
How many retirement homes are there in Oakville?
Senior Care Path lists 13 retirement homes in Oakville, Ontario, each with a Confidence Score, reviews, and verified contact details so you can compare and reach out directly.
How are the retirement homes ranked?
By our Confidence Score, a 100-point rating built from real signals like reviews, pricing transparency, documented services and amenities, and verification. The strongest, most complete listings rise to the top.
How do I arrange a tour or check availability?
Use the Request info button on any listing to reach an advisor and the community, or open a profile for hours, amenities, and details before booking a tour.

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