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St. Thomas

Ontario

St. Thomas is Elgin County's largest city, a historic railway hub of roughly 43,000 people with strong community bones and room to grow. Known as the 'Railway City,' its heritage is anchored by the Elgin County Railway Museum and Pinafore Park, a beloved green space with gardens, walking trails, and a lake that draws families year-round. New investment — including major industrial projects on the city's north end — has added employment momentum to an already well-serviced community.

27 km from London
25 min drive

Market snapshot

Avg. sold price

$600,000

Avg. DOM

16 days

Sale-to-list

100.5%

Active

3 listings

Why St. Thomas?

Appeal

St. Thomas offers significantly more home for the dollar than London, with average prices well below those of the city while still providing full urban amenities including hospitals, big-box retail, and good schools. It attracts first-time buyers, growing families, and investors who want meaningful upside in a city hitting its stride.

Commute

St. Thomas sits about 30 km south of London, connected via Highway 4 north to the city and Highway 3 east to Port Stanley and west toward Strathroy. The drive to London's south end typically runs 25–35 minutes depending on traffic.

Lifestyle

The annual St. Thomas Elvis Festival is one of Canada's most unique summer celebrations, drawing visitors from across North America. Residents enjoy a walkable downtown, community sports leagues, and easy day trips to Port Stanley's Lake Erie beaches just 15 minutes south.

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