White Oaks, London Ontario

What is White Oaks Like?

White Oaks is a south London neighbourhood that grew up largely in the 1970s and 1980s around White Oaks Mall, near Wellington Road. It's a practical, diverse community with a wide range of housing types and price points, and it's one of the more accessible areas of the city for first-time buyers.

White Oaks Mall is also home to London's IKEA store, a compact-format location that opened in late September 2026, alongside the mall's other retail. Many everyday services are close by.

Housing in White Oaks

The housing mix includes detached homes, semi-detached homes, condo townhouse complexes and apartment-style buildings. That variety gives buyers options at different budgets. With condo townhouses, review the condo corporation's fees, reserve fund and status certificate carefully.

Many homes date from the 1970s and 1980s, so check the age and condition of roofs, windows, furnaces and electrical systems during inspection.

Schools and Family Life

Public and Catholic schools serve the area. Check designations for a specific address with each board. Parks and recreation facilities in the south end serve local families.

Getting Around

White Oaks has some of the city's quickest access to Highway 401 via Wellington Road, which is attractive to commuters heading east toward Woodstock, Kitchener and the GTA, or south toward St. Thomas. Victoria Hospital and the Children's Hospital are a short drive north. London Transit serves Wellington Road, which is part of the City's rapid transit plans.

Is White Oaks Right for You?

White Oaks suits first-time buyers, commuters and anyone who values convenience and highway access over a village feel. Buyers should look closely at individual streets and complexes, as quality and upkeep vary.

Prices in White Oaks

Prices vary by street, home type, size and condition, and they change with the market. Rather than quote averages that go out of date, we recommend asking a local agent for recent sales of homes like the one you want in White Oaks. For the wider market, the London and St. Thomas Association of REALTORS (LSTAR) publishes monthly reports.