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Why Live in Columbia Point

Columbia Point in Boston, once a Puritan landing spot, is now home to the University of Massachusetts Boston and offers a variety of public green spaces and multicultural dining options. Housing includes updated triple-deckers from the early 1900s, low-rise condos, newly constructed luxury buildings and rowhomes from the 1890s. Green spaces, such as Sharon’s Park, Deer Street Park and Savin Hill Park, are spread across the community, along with the Robert E. Ryan Playground, which features a seasonal splash area. Beachgoers can visit Savin Hill or Malibu beaches, with the latter being ideal for picnicking and volleyball. The Savin Hill Yacht Club offers a waterfront lounge and grill. Shopping needs are met by Target, Stop & Shop, Phu Cuong Market and South Bay Center, which includes stores like Marshalls and TJ Maxx. Dining options range from chain restaurants to local favorites like The Banshee and Sugar Bowl Ice Cream & Coffee. For things to do, residents can watch a Beacons ice hockey match at the Edward T. Barry Ice Rink or explore the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum. The James Blake House, built in 1661, showcases early colonial architecture. Interstate 93 and the JFK/UMass station provide convenient transportation around the city. The Harborwalk offers scenic sea views, maintaining the neighborhood’s charm despite its growing population.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Columbia Point a good place to live?
Columbia Point is a good place to live. Columbia Point is considered fairly walkable and very bikeable with great transit options. Columbia Point has 10 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly dense in population with 13.0 people per acre and a median age of 30. The average household income is $82,309 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 48.1% of residents. A majority of residents in Columbia Point are renters, with 95% of residents renting and 5% of residents owning their home. A local real estate agent serving Columbia Point can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our Columbia Point neighborhood guide.
Is Columbia Point, MA a safe neighborhood?
Columbia Point, MA is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 3 out of 10.
What are the best public schools in Columbia Point?
The best public schools that serve Columbia Point are:
What are the best private schools in Columbia Point?
The best private schools that serve Columbia Point are:
What are the most popular zip codes in Columbia Point, Boston, MA?
The most popular zip codes in Columbia Point, Boston, MA include 02125, 02136, 02127, 02122 and 02119.
What are the most popular neighborhoods near Columbia Point, Boston, MA?
The most popular neighborhoods near Columbia Point, Boston, MA are Savin Hill, Uphams Corner-Jones Hill, South Boston, Meeting House Hill and Fields Corner East.

Columbia Point Home Prices vs. Nearby Boston, MA Neighborhoods

Upper South Providence The Point Smith Hill
Median Home Price
$439,900
$359,450
$379,500
Median Sale Price
$382,450
-14% YoY
$312,500
-18% YoY
$362,500
-2% YoY
Median Single Family Price
$357,450
$775,000
$375,000
Median Condo Price
$565,000
$335,000
$378,000
Total Active Listings
9
6
8
Market Conditions
8 Months
Buyer's Market
18 Months
Buyer's Market
3 Months
Seller's Market
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