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Jeffries Point

Jeffries Point

$720,101 Average Value
$720 Average Price per Sq Ft
35 Homes For Sale

Jeffries Point has airport access and comparatively low home prices

Jeffries Point is home to Boston Logan International, the largest and busiest airport in New England. Residents can walk or hop on the ferry to catch flights to over 100 nonstop destinations. While the airport is a major asset, the East Boston neighborhood’s harborside location is another draw, with waterfront parks that offer scenic views of the city skyline. Ample public transit makes for straightforward commutes, and condos and apartments are often priced below the citywide median.

Jeffries Point is a welcoming and walkable neighborhood in East Boston.
Jeffries Point is a welcoming and walkable neighborhood in East Boston.
Jeffries Point offers impressive views of the Boston skyline.
Jeffries Point offers impressive views of the Boston skyline.
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What buyers should know about the Jeffries Point housing market

Housing options lean heavily toward condos and apartments, with a blend of early 20th-century Boston triple-deckers, renovated mixed-use buildings, midrise condos and newly constructed luxury properties. “Jeffries Point has quite a mix of inventory,” says Jamie Cholette, a longtime East Boston resident and the broker/owner of Boston Harbor Real Estate. “But there aren’t many single-family homes; most have been converted into multifamily condos.” Newer units often include garage parking — a huge perk in this part of the city, where parking is notoriously difficult — and private roof decks or balconies. Most residents rent, and the median monthly rent price is around $3,300. The neighborhood’s median sale price of $720,000 is low for Boston and significantly below the medians for nearby harborside neighborhoods like Seaport and the North End. “You can get a bit more square footage for the sale price,” says Cholette. Sale prices typically range from the lower $400,000s to the upper $1 millions.

You'll find plenty of condos and apartments in the Jeffries Point neighborhood.
You'll find plenty of condos and apartments in the Jeffries Point neighborhood.
Some luxury developments were added to the neighborhood in recent years.
Some luxury developments were added to the neighborhood in recent years.
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Outdoor spaces with harbor views and places to relax

With skyline views, water access and stunning sunsets, Piers Park is one of the neighborhood's highlights. A 600-foot brick pedestrian promenade runs along the harbor, past benches and under shaded pavilions. Other amenities include an amphitheater, a playground with spray features and community boating programs at the Piers Park Sailing Center. Several other green spaces are scattered throughout Jeffries Point, including:

  • East Boston Memorial Park, which spans over 20 acres with sports fields, tennis courts, picnic areas and a playground
  • Porzio Park, where you can play street hockey or shoot hoops on the basketball court
  • Golden Stairs Terrace, a shaded pocket tucked alongside a cobblestone pathway
  • Brophy Park, a central square with benches and grassy areas

Noddle Island is one of the waterfront pavilions at Piers Park.
Noddle Island is one of the waterfront pavilions at Piers Park.
Walk along the water at Piers Park in Jeffries Point.
Walk along the water at Piers Park in Jeffries Point.
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Getting around is easy with transit options and access to Logan

Multiple MBTA bus routes and Blue Line stations serve the neighborhood, making it easy to commute to Downtown Boston. The 3-mile trip downtown typically takes 10 to 20 minutes on the T, depending on your starting point. Water taxis and seasonal ferry service provide additional options for trips across the harbor to Logan Airport, the Seaport district and Long Wharf. “Jeffries Point is a great part of Boston for someone who doesn’t have or want a car,” Cholette says. While the ferries are convenient, you don’t have to rely on them to get to Logan; some houses are within walking distance of the terminals. “It’s really convenient for people who travel for work,” says Cholette. “In fact, some flight crew live in the neighborhood because of the proximity to the airport.”

MBTA buses run frequently within Jeffries Point.
MBTA buses run frequently within Jeffries Point.
Stations like Maverick serve the T's Blue Line for easy commuting.
Stations like Maverick serve the T's Blue Line for easy commuting.
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Where to grab groceries or a bite to eat in Jeffries Point

The dining scene in Jeffries Point is as eclectic as its architectural landscape, with options that range from century-old pizzerias to modern gastropubs. You can grab a bite at these places:

  • Toasted Flats, a corner cafe specializing in flatbread sandwiches, smoothies and freshly pressed juices
  • Santarpio’s Pizza, a no-frills joint that’s been slinging its signature pies since 1903
  • Carmella’s Market, a casual deli with sandwiches, ice cream and baked goods
  • Cunard Tavern, serving New England-inspired dishes with global twists
  • The Tall Ship Boston, a seasonal floating oyster and cocktail bar docked at Pier 1
The neighborhood also has a handful of local markets for groceries and other essentials. La Union Market and Butchery is conveniently located on Chelsea Street, a short walk from the Maverick T station.

You'll find several popular eateries in the Jeffries Point neighborhood.
You'll find several popular eateries in the Jeffries Point neighborhood.
La Union Market and Butcher in Jeffries Point is a good spot to pick up groceries.
La Union Market and Butcher in Jeffries Point is a good spot to pick up groceries.
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The Boston Public Schools district serves local students

Jeffries Point is part of Boston Public Schools. The district provides families with a customized list of school options based on their address for prekindergarten through eighth grade. Donald McKay School and Samuel Adams Elementary, both right in the neighborhood, are two convenient choices. If you’d prefer to look into private options, the highly rated East Boston Central Catholic School is also close by.

Samuel Adams Elementary School is conveniently located right in the neighborhood.
Samuel Adams Elementary School is conveniently located right in the neighborhood.
Donald McKay K-8 School is a convenient public school option for local families.
Donald McKay K-8 School is a convenient public school option for local families.
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Lower home prices come with frequent airplane noise

Jeffries Point offers convenient access to Logan and public transit, and cost-conscious buyers are drawn to its comparatively low home prices. But airplane noise is a regular part of everyday life. Like most major U.S. airports, Logan doesn’t observe a nighttime curfew, so planes can arrive or depart at any hour. If you’d like to explore alternatives, nearby neighborhoods like Harbor View-Orient Heights and Eagle Hill are a bit farther from the runways, and median home sale prices are even slightly lower than they are here.

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

General Edward Lawrence Logan International

1 min drive

Subway

Wood Island Station

Subway

Maverick Station

Subway

Airport

Bus

Jeffries St & Maverick St

Bus

Terminal E

Bus

Terminal C - Arrivals

Bus

Maverick

Bus

Economy Parking

Bus

Terminal A

Bus

Terminal E - Arrivals

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Crime and Safety

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

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes
1,742
Number of Homes for Sale
35
Median Year Built
1910
Months of Supply
4.60
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,380
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,390
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
967
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
816
Average Studio Size Sq Ft
658
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
1,306

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
182
Median Rent
$3,200
Median Single Family Home Rent
$3,150
Median 4 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$4,500
Median Townhouse Rent
$3,200
Median 3 Bedroom Townhouse Rent
$5,450
Median Condo Rent
$3,000
Median 2 Bedroom Condo Rent
$3,063

Demographics

Total Population
8,823
Median Age
36
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
9.8%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$87,030
Above the national average
$79,597
Average Household Income
$109,662

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
79.7%
College Graduates
45%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
16.5%
% Population in Labor Force
81.5%
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

Fairly walkable

Walkability®

50 / 100

Exceptional public transit

Transit®

100 / 100
Source: Local Logic
Sources: Local Logic

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