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South End

South End

$748,290 Average Value
$403 Average Price per Sq Ft
11 Homes For Sale

What it’s like to live in the South End

In Burlington ’s South End, breweries, lakeside parks and proximity to downtown make this neighborhood a popular spot for both families and young professionals. Homebuyers can find a variety of architectural styles, townhouses and condos, and there are rental options near downtown. Pine Street, Flynn Avenue and Shelburne Road all have trendy restaurants and businesses that are within walking distance for most residents. Bus service and bike lanes make it easy to get from here to downtown, and the interstate is nearby.

A row of homes with large front porches can be found in South End.
A row of homes with large front porches can be found in South End.
Burlington has art installations such as this one, the world's tallest filing cabinet.
Burlington has art installations such as this one, the world's tallest filing cabinet.
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The community offers both a trendy and family-friendly vibe

Close to Downtown Burlington, South End has an artsy feel, where residents are more likely to rent and are within walking distance of nightlife. Farther south, the neighborhood takes on a more suburban vibe. “It’s probably the most self-sustaining, diverse and family-friendly area in Burlington,” says Tamar Bouchard, a Realtor with Northern Vermont Realty Group and life-long Vermonter. “You're also farther away from the University of Vermont, so you don't have that college town feel.”

How much it costs to buy a home in South End

You can find rental properties, single-family homes, condos and townhouses in South End. The median sale price here is in the upper $500,000s, higher than Burlington’s overall median and the median in Old North End, but lower than in the nearby community of Hill Section. “It’s competitive,” says Liam O'Reilly, a Realtor with Geri Reilly Real Estate who’s sold homes here since 2020. “The neighborhood aspect of it, while still being close to Church Street and Pine Street, makes it a desirable part of town.” Homes include a variety of early- and mid-20th-century styles, including Dutch Colonial, American Foursquare and ranch-style builds.

The cost to buy in South End varies widely:

  • Single-family homes generally cost between the upper $400,000s and the lower $900,000s.
  • Lakefront and updated historic homes range from the lower $900,000s to around $3.8 million.
  • Condos cost between the mid-$200,000s and the upper $600,000s.
  • Townhouses under 2,000 square feet range from the mid-$300,000s to the mid-$600,000s.
  • Larger townhouses range from the lower $700,000s to around $1.4 million.

Beautiful colonials that exude historic charm in the South End neighborhood.
Beautiful colonials that exude historic charm in the South End neighborhood.
Of the home styles you can find in South End, a ranch is a popular choice.
Of the home styles you can find in South End, a ranch is a popular choice.
Traditional New England style homes can be found in South End.
Traditional New England style homes can be found in South End.
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You can get downtown by foot, car, bike or bus

Depending on where you live in South End, you might be within walking distance of downtown or a 10-minute drive away. “A lot of people who go to UVM or work at the hospital will take the bus in because there’s not a lot of parking around UVM,” O’Reilly says. Green Mountain Transit’s bus stops throughout the neighborhood, and a bus ride downtown can take up to 30 minutes. You can also bike downtown via the bike lane on Pine Street or the Island Line Trail. “I lived in the South End for 30 years, and there's no better place to be," Bouchard says. “You're five minutes from the whole world — whether that's five minutes from the airport, the interstate, the train station, shopping and dining options, or parks.” Interstate access is also easy, with Interstate 189 providing quick access to Interstate 89.

Edmunds Middle School is centrally located in downtown Burlington and serves Grades 6-8.
Edmunds Middle School is centrally located in downtown Burlington and serves Grades 6-8.

Burlington’s schools receive high ratings

The highly rated Burlington School District serves the area and uses a school choice enrollment model for elementary grades. Families can rank their top three choices and are selected based on school capacities. There are two highly rated elementary options in the neighborhood: Champlain Elementary School and Edmunds Elementary School. The district’s middle schools use an address-based model. For high school, families can apply to any high school in the state or attend the highly rated Burlington High School.

Restaurants, breweries and grocery stores are all nearby

Pine Street is a lively stretch of repurposed warehouses that now function as breweries, art studios and coffee shops, and there are more stores and restaurants on Flynn Avenue and Shelburne Road. Popular spots include:

  • The Soda Plant, a former soda-bottling plant that’s now home to over 40 restaurants, makers and artists
  • Pizza 44, a trendy restaurant slinging wood-fired pies
  • Handy’s Lunch, an old-school diner featured on Food Network’s “Man v. Food”
  • Citizen Cider, a hip hangout known for cider and pub fare
  • Burlington Beer Co., a craft brewery with over 40 beers on tap

The Burlington Farmers Market sets up at Burlington Beer Co. weekly in the summer and on select weekends in winter. Shopping centers on Shelburne Road have national retailers and grocery stores, like TJ Maxx and Shaw’s. The University of Vermont Medical Center is around 2 miles away.

Union Jack's in South End serves up great British pub fare.
Union Jack's in South End serves up great British pub fare.
Myer's Wood Fired in South End serves up specialty Montreal-style bagels.
Myer's Wood Fired in South End serves up specialty Montreal-style bagels.
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Oakledge Park and Blanchard Beach provide lakeside recreation

Lake Champlain borders the community, and there are several spots where you can access the water. Oakledge Park has tennis courts, a beach and trails. “It’s a great place to go swimming, picnic, play pickleball or take your bike out,” Bouchard says. Blanchard Beach is another popular hangout. “It’s the beach everyone in town goes to,” Bouchard says. The Island Line Trail follows the waterfront and is popular for recreational cycling. “It’s really beautiful,” O’Reilly says. “It’ll take you all the way from the South End of Burlington to South Hero.”

A group of friends gather to play Bocce at Oakledge Park in South End.
A group of friends gather to play Bocce at Oakledge Park in South End.
In Burlington and along the lake, you can find miles of walking trails and beaches.
In Burlington and along the lake, you can find miles of walking trails and beaches.
Flowers bloom along Waterfront Park in Burlington, a popular place to walk your dog.
Flowers bloom along Waterfront Park in Burlington, a popular place to walk your dog.
Golfers can play a round of 18 holes at the Burlington Country Club near South End.
Golfers can play a round of 18 holes at the Burlington Country Club near South End.
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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Patrick Leahy Burlington International

21 min drive

Bus

Shelburne Road & Burlington Subaru

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Shelburne Road & Lyman Avenue

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Lakeside Community

Bus

S Union Street & Spruce Street

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Pine Street & Birchcliff Parkway

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Lakeside Avenue Park & Ride (Parc Lot)

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S Union Street & Bayview Court

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Crime and Safety

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

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes
839
Number of Homes for Sale
11
Median Year Built
1969
Months of Supply
1.70
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,033
Above the national average
1,931
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,580
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,417
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
662
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
8,494

Open Houses

  • Sunday, Apr 19
    1 - 3pm

    194 Prospect Pkwy, Burlington, VT 05401

    $625,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 2,208 Sq Ft
    • 194 Prospect Pkwy
    • New 1 hour ago

    This custom-built ranch has endless possibilities! Offering over 2,200 square feet, it has an open spacious feeling the minute you come in the front door. The front hall opens to a 35-foot living/dining room with a large picture window overlooking the backyard and woods beyond. The large eat-in kitchen is flooded with morning light and has access, through the mudroom, to the insulated two-car

    Brian M. Boardman Coldwell Banker Hickok and Boardman

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  • Saturday, Apr 18
    11am - 1pm

    65 Pine Ledge Ct, Burlington, VT 05401

    $390,000

    • 2 Beds
    • 1.5 Baths
    • 1,122 Sq Ft
    • 65 Pine Ledge Ct
    • New 6 days ago

    Move-in ready and thoughtfully updated, this 2-bed, 1.5-bath townhouse offers comfortable living in one of Burlington’s most desirable locations. The main level features a beautifully renovated kitchen with new cabinetry, countertops, appliances, tile flooring, and a breakfast bar, opening the kitchen to the living/dining space. The open-concept living/dining space is filled with natural light

    Elise Polli Polli Properties

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Property Mix - Square Feet

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Rental Home Trends

Number of Homes for Rent
25
Median Rent
$2,822
Median Single Family Home Rent
$3,700
Median 4 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$4,150
Median Condo Rent
$2,668
Median 2 Bedroom Condo Rent
$2,020

Demographics

Total Population
9,399
Median Age
33
Population under 18
21.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
13.5%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$86,085
Above the national average
$79,597
Average Household Income
$112,705

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
93.7%
College Graduates
62.3%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
31.6%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
74.2%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
37''
Average Winter Low Temperature
13°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
70''

Area Factors

Fairly friendly

Bike Score®

50 / 100

Moderately friendly

Walk Score®

60 / 100

Somewhat friendly

Transit Score®

30 / 100
Source: Local Logic
Sources: Local Logic

Local Logic measures the walkability, access to public transit and bikeability of any address. CAP Index provides objective, accurate, and consistent data to help measure, compare, and mitigate crime risks.

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