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Eagle Hill

Eagle Hill

$748,169 Average Value
$597 Average Price per Sq Ft
20 Homes For Sale

Why East Boston homebuyers are drawn to Eagle Hill

Eagle Hill is perched on one of the highest points in East Boston, a peninsula that extends across the Boston Harbor from downtown. Historic homes from the late 1800s and early 1900s line the streets, some of which carry the names of Revolutionary War battles and generals. Though this is a dense urban neighborhood, pockets of green space and scenic overlooks allow residents to take in views of the Boston skyline and the surrounding water. Frequent travelers and airline workers are drawn to the area for its proximity to Logan Airport, which is about a mile away on the other side of Interstate 90.

The historic Eagle Hill neighborhood is a quaint area across the harbor from Downtown Boston.
The historic Eagle Hill neighborhood is a quaint area across the harbor from Downtown Boston.
You can see the Boston skyline from the rooftops of homes in Eagle Hill.
You can see the Boston skyline from the rooftops of homes in Eagle Hill.
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The rundown on the Eagle Hill housing market

Eagle Hill’s median home sale price of $625,000 is low by Boston standards, and most residents rent. Add in the fact that condos, townhomes and apartments make up the bulk of the property blend, and you have an investor-ready neighborhood. “People who appreciate the architecture have started to come in and restore houses,” says Ed Deveau, a lifetime East Boston resident and Realtor with Century 21 Mario Real Estate. Home sale prices generally run from the lower $400,000s to the mid-$1 millions. Many buildings date to the early 1900s and feature Victorian-style architecture, with bay windows and asymmetrical exteriors, but some newer condo developments are wedged in among the older triple-deckers. You’ll find a few single-family workers’ cottages in the mix as well. Some properties near the water are prone to flooding, but many homes are built on higher elevation lots set back from the water’s edge. If you do buy within a flood zone, you might be required to invest in flood insurance.

Stately, colorful homes line the streets of Eagle Hill.
Stately, colorful homes line the streets of Eagle Hill.
Beautiful homes from the late 1800s and early 1900s are scattered throughout Eagle Hill.
Beautiful homes from the late 1800s and early 1900s are scattered throughout Eagle Hill.
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MBTA buses, the Blue Line and the East Boston Ferry serve commuters

Eagle Hill is about 3 miles from Downtown Boston, and though the harbor lies between the two neighborhoods, the Callahan and Sumner tunnels along Route 1A bridge the gap. The drive can take 15 to 20 minutes in light traffic; however, it’s usually easier to take public transit. The residential streets are walkable, and nearby T stations are served by the Blue Line and several MBTA bus routes. You can also get downtown via the East Boston Ferry from Lewis Mall Wharf. Parking isn’t as competitive here as in some Boston neighborhoods, but it’s rare for lower-priced condos and townhomes to have driveways or other off-street options. If you own a car, you might have to lease a space separately, especially in winter when street parking gets tighter.

Several MBTA bus routes run through Eagle Hill.
Several MBTA bus routes run through Eagle Hill.
The Blue Line serves local T stations, including the one at Logan Airport.
The Blue Line serves local T stations, including the one at Logan Airport.
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Where Eagle Hill residents go for groceries and dining out

The dining scene in this area leans toward Italian and Latin American cuisines. You’ll find these local spots in and around Eagle Hill:

  • Rino’s Place, dishing up handmade pastas in generous portions
  • Mi Pueblito Restaurant, serving Mexican, Salvadoran and Guatemalan dishes in a colorful setting
  • DaCoopas, a pizza joint that’s been a neighborhood staple since 1969
  • Angela’s Cafe, specializing in Puebla-style favorites like mole poblano
  • Meridian Food Market, a family-owned deli known for its sandwiches and homemade soups
Eagle Hill Convenience is a corner store where you can grab snacks and drinks. For bigger grocery trips, there’s a Shaw’s supermarket in a shopping plaza near Border Street, with a CVS next door for prescriptions.

Angela's Cafe is a local Mexican restaurant specializing in the flavors of Puebla.
Angela's Cafe is a local Mexican restaurant specializing in the flavors of Puebla.
Rino's Place serves Italian favorites in a cozy dining room.
Rino's Place serves Italian favorites in a cozy dining room.
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Athletic facilities, a playground and walking paths near Chelsea Creek

Several public green spaces are tucked among the residential areas. A few blocks from East Boston High, American Legion Playground includes the following features:

  • Modern play structures
  • Picnic tables
  • Basketball courts
  • A synthetic turf field for soccer and baseball
  • A walking loop
The adjacent Condor Street Urban Wild, a former maritime industrial site, offers a mellower experience with meandering paths and a restored salt marsh on Chelsea Creek.

Condor Street Urban Wild is a great place to go for a walk along the water.
Condor Street Urban Wild is a great place to go for a walk along the water.
American Legion Playground has a synthetic turf field for soccer and baseball.
American Legion Playground has a synthetic turf field for soccer and baseball.
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East Boston High School is right in Eagle Hill.
East Boston High School is right in Eagle Hill.

Public and private school options around Eagle Hill

The Boston Public Schools district serves local students, using a choice-based enrollment system for elementary and middle school students. Families rank their preferences from a customized list of schools based on their home address, and a lottery-style algorithm determines placement. For high school, kids can apply to any school in the district, but East Boston High is right in the neighborhood, making it a convenient choice. East Boston High students can participate in career pathways in fields like criminal justice, design and biotechnology. The highly rated East Boston Central Catholic School is also close by, providing a private option for kids in prekindergarten through eighth grade.

Comparing Eagle Hill to other East Boston neighborhoods

With Logan Airport just a mile away, Eagle Hill experiences airplane noise on a regular basis. Although FAA procedures aim to route arrivals and departures over Boston Harbor when conditions allow, flight paths vary based on wind and runway use, so overhead air traffic is a part of life here. That’s also the case for other East Boston neighborhoods like Jeffries Point, which adjoins the airport, and Harbor View-Orient Heights. If you’d like to extend your search to those areas, be aware that the median sale prices in each are higher than in Eagle Hill, though still below the citywide median.

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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Eagle Hill US
Homicide 5 4
Sexual Assault 5 4
Assault with Weapon 5 4
Robbery 5 4
Burglary 3 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 3 4
Larceny 2 4
Crime Score 3 4

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Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes
1,083
Number of Homes for Sale
20
Median Year Built
1900
Months of Supply
4.70
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,548
Below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,707
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
957
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
732
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
1,742

Open Houses

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Rental Home Trends

Number of Homes for Rent
96
Median Rent
$3,000
Median Single Family Home Rent
$3,275
Median 4 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$4,275
Median Townhouse Rent
$3,650
Median 3 Bedroom Townhouse Rent
$3,450
Median Condo Rent
$2,995
Median 2 Bedroom Condo Rent
$2,900

Demographics

Total Population
8,363
Median Age
36
Population Density
42 ppl/acre
Population under 18
25.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
9.7%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$68,668
Below the national average
$79,597
Average Household Income
$99,331

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
70%
Below the national average
89%
College Graduates
30.5%
Advanced Degrees
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
79%
Above the national average
64.9%

Weather

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

Area Factors

Moderately bikeable

Bikeability®

60 / 100

Exceptionally walkable

Walkability®

100 / 100

Exceptional public transit

Transit®

90 / 100
Source: Local Logic
Sources: Local Logic

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Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. Our sources include: Accuweather, Public Records and Neustar. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.
NEIGHBORHOOD
Eagle Hill
David Cody
Orchard Park Realty
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