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Enjoy both suburban and urban amenities in a Brighton community
Close to the Brighton campus of Boston College, Saint Elizabeth's is a community ideal for those who appreciate city convenience and the charms of an academic town. Residents enjoy access to the commuter rail, abundant restaurant options, public schools and many green outdoor spaces throughout the neighborhood. “Even though Saint Elizabeth's feels more residential, it’s still trendy and accessible to good restaurants,” says Matthew Foley, a Boston Realtor at Compass Realty with 16 years of experience. “It’s in close proximity to the city and is connected to Brookline.”
The St. Elizabeth’s area of Brighton offers residents plenty of restaurants, greenery, and more.
You can find St.Elizabeths enjoying the plush lawns in Brighton Commons.
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Residential homes around Brighton
“There’s definitely more living space with a suburban feel,” Foley says. In the Saint Elizabeth’s area, brick condominiums and units in triple-decker buildings range from $300,000 to over $1 million. Prewar and contemporary townhouses go for about $550,000 and $1.5 million, respectively. Commonly built in the late 1800s and early 1900s, housing styles include Colonial-inspired, Foursquares and Queen Annes. Single-family properties are between $650,000 and $1.2 million. Mature trees line the residential roads, and street parking is the norm.
St. Elizabeth’s has plenty of sidewalks for residents to move through residential areas.
In the St. Elizabeth’s area, you can expect to see brick condominium buildings.
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Restaurants in the Brighton Center Historic District
A popular restaurant in the area is Gyro City, a Greek eatery with lamb kabab, gyros and falafel. Locals can get a drink at Corrib Pub, and shop for groceries at nearby Star Market, Whole Foods Market or Target. With 1800s-era landmarks, such as the Brighton Allston Congregational Church, sitting alongside contemporary eateries and storefronts, the Brighton Center Historic District is rich in history and central to the Allston-Brighton community. Devlin’s Restaurant and Jim’s Deli are some of the well-known eateries in the district, while Brighton Bodega is another established spot with vegan and raw bar options.
Danie's Bakery is a family owned shop serving St. Elizabeth's since 1989.
Cafe Lava and Bento is a St. Elizabeth's favorite due to it's menu and comfortable seating.
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Commuter rail station on Warren Street
The neighborhood has a commuter rail station on Warren Street, and the Green Line provides direct access to the Park Street Station in Boston. Those who commute by car can expect a 6-mile drive into Boston, and the Boston Logan International Airport is about 9 miles east via Interstate 90. Cambridge is across the Charles River and is a mere 3 miles away.
St.Elizabeth's neighborhood is a bustling community located in the Brighton community.
Warren Street Station provides convenient green line trolley service for St. Elizabeth's.
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Public parks around Brighton
Locals are often spotted walking their dogs at Rogers Park, and children also enjoy the onsite playground and tennis courts. Ringer Park, on the east end, features additional play equipment and sports fields, and Fidelis Way Park has basketball courts and a water spray area. Several blocks south, Chestnut Hill Reservation is a popular fishing area. People also walk or jog by the reservoir, relax by the poolside in the summer and ice skate throughout the winter months.
Shubow Park is a small green space with a playground and benches in St. Elizabeth's.
Ringer Park is a popular park where St.Elizabeth's residents go for dog meet-ups and walks.
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Boston Public Schools
The Boston Public Schools district participates in the school choice program, which offers families and students more options for school enrollment. Area students in kindergarten through eighth grade may attend the Edison K-8 School, which is also known as Thomas A. Edison Elementary. Brighton High provides career pathway programs in art, media, engineering and medicine, and both schools have a C Niche rating. Founded in 1863, Boston College is a private university that offers more than 100 undergraduate majors. Saint Elizabeth’s Medical Center, located on Cambridge Street, is a teaching hospital affiliated with Boston University. The award-winning medical facility is home to some of Boston’s most respected physicians and is one of the area’s biggest employers.
Brighton High School is committed to providing a personal and engaging school experience.
The Thomas Edison School provides education for St. Elizabeth's students from K-8th grade.
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Events in Boston
The Battle of Comm Ave is the annual sports rivalry between Boston College and Boston University. Students, recent alums and area residents throw block parties and pre-game rallies in anticipation of ice hockey and soccer seasons. Another highlighted event in the area is the Boston Marathon, which has been a city-wide tradition since 1897. The annual 500,000-spectator race serves as an affirmation for a healthy lifestyle.
Brighton Farmers Market offers a variety of different vendors.
Locals walk around the Bright Bazaar in Saint Elizabeth's to find fun and unique items.
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Parks in this Area
Shubow Park
Trails
Playground
Ringer Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Tennis
Fidelis Way Park
Basketball
Playground
Joyce Playground
Basketball
Playground
Rogers Park
Baseball/Softball
Tennis
Playground
Public Grounds
Picnic Area
Transit
Airport
General Edward Lawrence Logan International
17 min drive
Subway
South Street Station
Subway
Sutherland Street Station
Subway
Washington Street
Bus
Washington St Opp Shepard St
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Washington St & Monastery Rd
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Washington St & Euston St
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Winship St & Union St
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Brighton Ave & Cambridge St
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Chestnut Hill Ave & Wallingford Rd
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7 Winship St
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Saint Elizabeths
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
2
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Saint Elizabeths Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Saint Elizabeths, Boston sell after 58 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Saint Elizabeths, Boston over the last 12 months is $975,000, up 279% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
15,860
Median Age
34
Population Density
32 ppl/acre
Population under 18
17.7%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.2%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$66,455
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$86,691
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
94.7%
College Graduates
70.6%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
34.1%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
69.5%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
43''
Average Winter Low Temperature
23°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
12''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
74/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
85/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
69/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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