Waterdown is a community in Canada which since 2001 has been a community of Hamilton, Ontario. Waterdown is approximately 60 km west of downtown Toronto. Waterdown was created from that part of East Flamborough Township on the edge of the Niagara Escarpment, just east of the junction of King's Highways Nos. 5 and 6, traditionally known as Clappison's Corners. Waterdown is expanding greatly, with the recent addition of a YMCA and several commercial establishments. Because of the approval of new homes in Waterdown – at least 6,500 more houses in the near future – there are ongoing discussions regarding the planned $50 million 'Waterdown By-Pass', which would allow for easier access across the city. Waterdown population growth was approximately 28.9% over the years 1996 and 2001. In 2012, the average house price in Waterdown was nearly $400,000.
Home prices in Waterdown are on average $400K and up. The area has new and old development, and a mixture of houses, townhouses and some condominiums. Downtown Waterdown is a great place for shopping, dinning, and finding professional services. Waterdown is in close proximity to major highways (403, 407, 401 & QEW) making commuting to work easy. Watch your family grow in this beautiful, quaint community that's buzzing with life.