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Why Boston homebuyers choose Brighton
Brighton sits along the Charles River in Boston, about 8 miles west of the downtown peninsula. Initially part of Cambridge, the neighborhood had a brief stint as its own town before it was annexed to Beantown in 1874. A lot of people move to this suburban area to be near Boston College or Boston Medical Center – Brighton, formerly St. Elizabeth’s. But even if you don’t have any connection to the college or the hospital, Brighton’s walkable streets and cozy neighborhood haunts make it an appealing place to settle down.
Brighton is an active neighborhood about 8 miles from Downtown Boston.
Brighton is a walkable neighborhood near Boston College and a major medical center.
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A blend of apartments, condos and single-family homes
About three-quarters of Brighton properties are condos, townhomes and apartments, and most residents rent. Many single-family homes here date to the late 1800s and early 1900s. “It’s a lot of older housing stock with fieldstone foundations,” says Justin Giuliano, Brighton resident and Realtor with 617 Real Estate Group, noting that these homes are especially durable thanks to the materials used in their construction. Some condo complexes and apartment buildings were built more recently, around the 1960s.
Multifamily properties outnumber single-family homes in Brighton.
Many Brighton homes date to the early 1900s.
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The housing market compared to other parts of Boston
Brighton’s median home sale price is $810,000, slightly below the citywide median. Properties typically sell from the mid-$300,000s to the lower $2 millions. Some communities charge HOA or condo fees that cover things like water, sewer, ground maintenance and snow and trash removal; these payments can tack roughly $250 to $550 onto your monthly bills. Home prices are slightly lower in nearby neighborhoods like Allston and Jamaica Plain. You’ll find similar housing stock in those areas, although the percentage of single-family homes is higher in JP than it is here. If you want to expand your search to towns like Newton and Brookline, you’ll also have more single-family options, but prices skew higher in those places.
Each part of the neighborhood offers different benefits
Which part of the neighborhood should you settle in? The answer depends on why you’re choosing to move there in the first place. Here’s the rundown on what the different areas have to offer:
Oak Square: cool dining spots, convenience stores, a public library and a small historic park
Hunnewell Hill: quick access to the Mass Pike
Gallagher Park: proximity to a public golf course, Boston College and Edison Elementary
Brighton Center: eclectic restaurants and proximity to Winship Elementary and Boston Medical Center – Brighton
If the hospital is the main reason for your move, you might also consider checking out homes in Saint Elizabeth's, the next neighborhood over.
Brighton supports a car-free lifestyle, but some commuters drive
If you live and work in Brighton, you might not need a car. Wide sidewalks border the streets, and there are restaurants and convenience stores peppered throughout the neighborhood. Bus stops and T stations provide more options. You can also cycle to Cambridge; most roads are bike-friendly, and the trip typically takes around 25 minutes. If you do choose to drive, the Mass Pike runs along the Charles River, providing quick access to Downtown Boston. The 8-mile drive downtown usually takes about 15 minutes, as does the 3-mile drive across the river to Cambridge. “Moving in all cardinal directions is challenging in Boston,” Giuliano says, “but this is one of the few neighborhoods where you can move north, south, east and west with reasonable ease.”
Brighton is a commuter-friendly neighborhood with multiple bus stops throughout.
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Shopping and dining around Brighton
Dining spots and local shops surround the historic Oak Square crossroads. “There’s a lot of energy and vitality in the neighborhood,” Giuliano says. Here are a few of the places you’ll find there:
Kiki’s Kwik Mart, a convenience store and deli
Oliviera Deli Market, known for its Brazilian specialties
Thai North, dishing up flavorful soups, noodle dishes and curries
The Last Drop, a pub with a pool table, dartboards and several TVs
For bigger grocery hauls, Whole Foods Market is about a mile away. Across the Charles, Watertown Mall and Arsenal Yards offer retail therapy with chain stores like Target, Best Buy and Old Navy.
The Last Drop in Brighton is local favorite with pool tables and dartboards.
Stop in at Kiki's for sandwiches, snacks and drinks.
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St Columbkille Partnership School has educated children in grades Pre-K through 8th since 1901.
Boston Public Schools offers school choice based on address
Kids can attend schools in the highly rated Boston Public Schools district, which uses a home-based school choice system. Instead of assigning students to specific schools, the system allows families to choose from a list of options based on their home address. Local choices include Boston Green Academy, a charter school serving grades 6 through 12, and the highly rated Winship Elementary School. Brighton is also home to Saint Columbkille Partnership School, a highly rated private Catholic school serving students from prekindergarten through Grade 8.
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Crime and Safety
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Sexual Assault
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Assault with Weapon
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Robbery
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Burglary
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Motor Vehicle Theft
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Brighton Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Brighton, Boston sell after 34 days on the market compared to the national average of 56 days. The median sale price for homes in Brighton, Boston over the last 12 months is $1,054,500, up 36% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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