Burlington, Massachusetts is a Boston suburb located in Middlesex County that feels like a small city. Formerly farmland, this area was incorporated as a town in 1799, retaining some of its historical flavor in landmarks such as the Francis Wyman House. The neighborhood also boasts one of the largest malls in the state and serves as a shopping destination for the Beantown suburbs. Just 18 miles north of Boston, this neighborhood offers prospective homeowners access to excellent schools, abundant green space and a convenient commute to the city in addition to its own small-town vibe.
Burlington is a beautiful suburb just 15 miles from downtown Boston.
There are many large Colonial-styled homes in Burlington.
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Homes in Burlington
Burlington began its evolution in the 1950s, when Route 128 was built around Boston. The once sleepy plot of farmland soon became imbued with life, and many Cape Cods built around this time have been through full renovations. These begin pricing around $900,000 for a four-bedroom unit with a private pool. There are also several new construction builds available, with five-bedroom Modern Traditional mansions starting at $1.7 million. “The town is surrounded by affluent areas,” says Robert Cohen, Realtor with Coldwell Banker and area resident of 38 years. “You’ve got Lexington on one side, Bedford on the other, so comparatively housing is more reasonably priced in Burlington.”
A row of homes with some more contemporary styles in the Burlington area.
Cape Cod-style homes are pretty common among various areas of of Burlington.
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Studying in the Boston suburbs
Burlington has long been known for its excellent public school system, with four elementary schools, one middle school and one high school. Children may begin by attending Fox Hill Elementary, which scores an A-minus from Niche and where students can revel in their STEAM free choice time by building leprechaun traps. For sixth through eighth grade they move to Marshall Simonds Middle School, also an A-minus, which boasts famous alumni such as Amy Poehler. Students finish at Burlington High School, which also earns an A-minus. Burlington High has been serving the community since 1973 and offers 17 AP courses, including World History, Physics and Human Geography.
This is the main arrival area for students at the Fox Hill Elementary School in Burlington.
Marshall Simonds Middle School in Burlington has a student-teacher ratio of 11 to 1.
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The skatepark and the Mill Pond Reservoir
Several acres of green space make up the heart of Burlington. It is not uncommon to spot residents lounging on the Town Common lawn on crisp autumn days. On the other side of Cambridge Street, children vault through jungle gyms, and teenagers practice kickflips and slap shots at Simonds Park, which features a playground, a skatepark and a street hockey rink. On the eastern side of the neighborhood, locals hike or ski through the trails surrounding the Mill Pond Reservoir.
Fine-tune your freestyle at Simonds Park in Burlington.
Athletes practice their hockey skills at Simonds Park in Burlington.
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The Burlington Mall
Locals shop for groceries at the Shaw’s on Cambridge Street, Burlington’s main thoroughfare. Raja and Rana’s Indian Market can also be found along this road, as can one of the town’s three Dunkin’s. The nearest Target is in Burlington Crossroads alongside Marshalls and a CVS Pharmacy. Burlington Mall has been a shopping hub in the area since 1968 and still serves as a weekend destination full of designer outlets and fast-fashion storefronts. “Burlington Mall is the gold standard of retail,” Cohen adds. “In sales per square foot, it rivals Tiffany’s in New York City. It’s not dying, it is thriving”. Burlington’s restaurant scene is lively and diverse, with residents crowding into tables at national chains like The Cheesecake Factory or local mainstays such as Café Escadrille, which has successfully operated in the neighborhood for 50 years.
The Burlington Mall is the mecca for retail in the neighborhood.
The food court inside the Burlington Mall is a popular place for shoppers and residents alike.
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From Burlington to Boston
Burlington sits at the conflux of Route 3 and Interstate 95, so commuters can connect north 14 miles to Lowell or east 16.5 miles to Peabody and beyond. Boston is also well within reach, and residents will not have to brave the infamous I-95 traffic. The nearest T light rail station is Anderson/Woburn, just 6 miles away on backroads, where locals can catch the Lowell line train and be at TD Garden for the Celtics game in just over 20 minutes.
Burlington residents might hop on a bus in Wayside Common.
The Burlington neighborhood was incorporated in 1799.
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Live music in Burlington
Residents of Burlington do not have to leave the neighborhood to catch live music, with venues like Goodnight Johnny’s American Music Bar hosting concerts every weekend. Downtown Boston is also a quick drive or train ride away, so sports at TD Garden or conventions in the Seaport District are never out of reach.
Enjoy drinks inside the Cheesecake Factory at the Burlington Mall.
Cafe Escadrille has been a staple for fine dining in Burlington for over 50 years.
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Over a century of healthcare at Lahey Hospital
For over 100 years, Burlington has been served by Beth Israel Lahey Hospital and Medical Center, ranked as U.S. News and World Report’s Best Hospital two years in a row in 2020 and 2021. “Outside of Boston, Beth Israel Lahey is the area’s most important hospital,” Cohen says. “It’s absolutely indispensable to Burlington, and a big point of pride.”
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