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Bowdoin North-Mount Bowdoin

Bowdoin North-Mount Bowdoin

Urban Core Neighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts

Suffolk County 02121, 02122, 02125

$828,045 Average Value
$441 Average Price per Sq Ft
2 Homes For Sale
Residents in Mount Bowdoin show pride and culture in their community.
Residents in Mount Bowdoin show pride and culture in their community.

A caring community in north Dorchester

Located on the north side of Dorchester, the urban neighborhood of Bowdoin North-Mount Bowdoin offers easy access to Downtown Boston and value-priced real estate while also nurturing local businesses and green spaces. First incorporated in the late 1800s and named for revolutionary leader James Bowdoin, the area features historical architecture and sites to match its 18th-century namesake. Today, this neighborhood is known as a tight-knit community where residents know and help each other. "We're a small, caring community," says Nusy Hassan, Manager of Student Life at the Community Academy of Science and Health. "Everyone's got each other's phone numbers and stays in touch."

Mount Bowdoin is located on the Red Line of the T, so you can take the train from two stations.
Mount Bowdoin is located on the Red Line of the T, so you can take the train from two stations.

Convenient to the Red Line and downtown Boston

With ubiquitous city sidewalks that crisscross the town, Bowdoin North-Mount Bowdoin is well-equipped for pedestrians from one corner to the other. The Red Line is available from Fields Corner Station or Shawmut Station for trips into downtown Boston. "It's very conveniently located," says Nouné Karapetian, a Realtor with Compass who's served the area since 2011. "Plus, you can walk to a lot of places within the neighborhood."

Well maintained brownstone homes show the charming heritage of Mount Bowdoin.
Well maintained brownstone homes show the charming heritage of Mount Bowdoin.

Renovated historic architecture

Like many neighborhoods in the area, condos are a popular choice for new homeowners in Mount Bowdoin, starting in the mid-$200,000s and continuing to top out in the low-$600,000s. Single-family homes are also available and run a variety of classic styles, including Colonial, Queen Anne and Cape Cod. Renovated Colonial homes start in the low-$600,000s, while a historic brownstone reaches the high-$700,000s. In an area as densely populated as Dorchester, space is a commodity, so street parking and minimal lawns are the norm in Bowdoin North-Mount Bowdoin.

Holland Elementary School provides K-5 education to students in Mount Bowdoin.
Holland Elementary School provides K-5 education to students in Mount Bowdoin.

Dual enrollment at Harvard

Students can begin their education at Holland Elementary School, which scores a C on Niche, before attending UP Academy School of Dorchester, which has a C-minus. Finally, they'll enroll at the Community Academy of Science and Health, which scores a C and features a partnership with Harvard for outside lab courses. "In other schools, students don't start dual enrollment until the 11th grade," says Nusy Hassan of CASH. "But our kids start as soon as 9th grade."

Restaurante Cesaria offers authentic Cape Verdean cuisine in the Mount Bowdoin neighborhood.
Restaurante Cesaria offers authentic Cape Verdean cuisine in the Mount Bowdoin neighborhood.

Cabo Verde and coffee

In the morning, locals grab a bagel, panini or coffee at the Home.stead Bakery & Café on Dorchester Avenue. For a cosmopolitan dinner out, residents are fond of Restaurante Cesaria, which specializes in the island flavors of Cabo Verde, including Katchupada, Frango Churrosco and Arroz de Marisco. Visit America's Food Basket on Bowdoin Street to keep the fridge stocked.

The Mount Bowdoin neighborhood is located just 2 miles from Malibu Beach.
The Mount Bowdoin neighborhood is located just 2 miles from Malibu Beach.

The Dorchester Day parade

Dorchester Day has been held on the first Sunday in June since its inception in 1904. Meant to celebrate the community, Dorchester's special day features food, live entertainment and a 3-mile parade route through the neighborhood. The neighborhood's proximity to Boston means that events like the Saint Patrick's Day parade and Boston Marathon are never more than a train ride away.

You can find courts, baseball fields, and walking paths in Dorchester.
You can find courts, baseball fields, and walking paths in Dorchester.

The Kite Festival at Ronan Park

Located on the highest point in Dorchester, Ronan Park is an 11-acre green space featuring a baseball field, basketball courts, a playground and a fenced-in dog walking area. The park is a popular site for local events, including Easter egg hunts, Halloween celebrations and an annual kite festival.

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Transit

Airport

General Edward Lawrence Logan International

14 min drive

Bus

Washington St & Bowdoin St

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Geneva Ave & Olney St

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Bowdoin St & Eunice St

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Geneva Ave & Four Corners & Geneva Station

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Columbia Rd & Quincy St

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Columbia Rd & Hamilton St

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Washington St & Vassar St

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Bowdoin North-Mount Bowdoin US
Homicide 5 4
Sexual Assault 4 4
Assault with Weapon 5 4
Robbery 6 4
Burglary 3 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 3 4
Larceny 3 4
Crime Score 4 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$607,500
Median Single Family Price
$865,000
Median 2 Bedroom Price
$482,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$441
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Last 12 months Home Sales
14
Months of Supply
1.70
Median List Price
$639,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
4%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-1%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
499
Median Year Built
1905
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,918
On par with the national average
1,936
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
3,345
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
932
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
903
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
4,356

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Demographics

Total Population
4,769
Median Age
37
Population Density
15 ppl/acre
Population under 18
26.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
13.9%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$43,548
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$67,685

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
81.7%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
13.2%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
6%
% Population in Labor Force
67.7%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
43''
Average Winter Low Temperature
23°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
12''

Area Factors

Bikeable

Bike Score®

51 / 100

Very Walkable

Walk Score®

73 / 100

Excellent Transit

Transit Score®

76 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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