Mississauga vs. Brighton, Ontario: What a $600K home looks like

Homebuyers can get more for their money in Brighton, Ontario versus Mississauga.

The small community of Brighton is on Lake Ontario not far from Belleville and east of Oshawa.

It’s home to home to Presqu’ile Provincial Park, which is known for bird watching. The municipality is in apple-growing country and is known for its annual Applefest.

With a population of just over 12,000, it is much smaller than Mississauga.

Even though real estate prices have dropped, the average price for a detached home in Mississauga was $1,461,044 in September. So $600,000 won’t get people a house in Mississauga but it will outside of the GTA.

Here is what homebuyers can get with $600,000 in Brighton versus Mississauga:

520 – 1001 Cedarglen Gate, Mississauga

Photo: Re/Max Realty Specialists Inc.

This fully renovated two-bedroom plus solarium condo is in a low-rise building in Erindale. It features wrap-around windows for natural light.

The newly renovated kitchen features top-of-the-line appliances, sleek granite countertops, and ample storage.

Photo: Re/Max Realty Specialists Inc.

The primary bedroom includes an ensuite bathroom and a walk-in closet.

This place is listed for $595,000.

22 Mills Road, Brighton

Photo: Royal Heritage Realty Ltd.

A small, two-bedroom, two-bathroom bungalow features an open-concept layout. Natural light fills the living area.

The primary suite has his and hers closets, a three-piece ensuite bathroom and a view of the backyard.

Recent updates include new mirrors and taps and paint in bathrooms, new kitchen counters and backsplash, new taps and paint.

Photo: Royal Heritage Realty Ltd.

This home is listed for $576,000