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A small city’s charming, historic center
Downtown Burlington is right in the heart of the city, and it's home to some of the area's best-known shops, restaurants and parks. A day spent walking along Front Street might include stops at local breweries and eateries, perusing artisan wares and attending an event at the city’s Historic Depot, a public park and amphitheater. “It’s got a real community feel,” says Kelly Osborn, a Realtor with Allen Tate Realtors. “It’s super quiet and quaint, with great recreation and events.” Burlington is an increasingly popular city for commuters due to its position along Interstate 40 between Greensboro and Durham. “Alamance County is definitely growing. We’ve got new builders coming in from the Raleigh-Durham area,” Osborn says. Despite the higher number of historic homes in this part of town, Downtown Burlington is seeing its fair share of new and renovated homes arriving on the market.
Downtown Burlington is full of beautiful and artistic murals.
Downtown Burlington is a great place to take a stroll.
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Historic homes with a fresh coat of paint
Downtown Burlington is the oldest area in the city, and it shows in this neighborhood’s homes. Some American Foursquares and Queen Anne farmhouses along the gridded streets date back to the 1910s. Charming bungalows from the mid-20th-century also populate the area, while ranch-style homes are common from the 1950s onward. These older homes, which may need renovations, generally list between $120,000 and $300,000. Other freshly renovated properties and brand-new contemporary Craftsman homes can be priced from $300,000 to $520,000. Townhouses, while rare, ask around $150,000 to $280,000.
Downtown Burlington features many renovated homes.
Downtown Burlington residents enjoy nice lawns surrounded by mature trees.
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Shop and dine local on Front Street
Folks from across the city head to the downtown strip along Front Street to check out unique boutiques and local restaurants. “Burlington Food Hall is over there, which is a great incubator for small businesses,” Burkholder says. “Burlington Beer Works is super popular and they’ve got outdoor dining. Right across the street is Tanner’s Wine Bar, and then down the block, you’ve got D&J’s Martinis.” Residents round out the night with a sweet treat from Smitty’s Homemade Ice Cream or a live performance at the Paramount Theater. Or, they can spend the day shopping along Main Street, where independent retailers advertise wares ranging from books and vinyl to clothes and antiques. The May Memorial Library is also located in Downtown Burlington, right next to its shops and eateries. “Alamance’s libraries have great programming like toddler storytimes, which is a great resource for young moms,” Burkholder says. For big-box shopping and grocery stores, folk head toward Holly Hill Mall, where there’s a Harris Teeter and Publix close by.
Downtown Burlington folks gather at Burlington Beer Works for great food and drinks.
Locals from Downtown Burlington love strolling down the classic styled streets.
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Amusement park rides at City Park
Burlington City Park is a destination for families from across the city. While it has all the amenities of your typical community park, from ballfields to a splash pad, it’s also home to some unusual additions. The park houses a restored 1910 Dentzel Menagerie Carousel, complete with dazzling lights and hand-carved wooden horses. “They spent a ton of money preserving the old carousel. It’s super cute, and there are other little kid rides like that, too,” says Katherine Burkholder, a Realtor with Re/Max Diamond Realty. Kids can hop aboard a miniature train to get shuttled around the park or take a ride on one of three other carnival-style kiddie attractions. A few blocks down Church Street is the Burlington Arboretum, another popular spot for fresh air. “It used to be this plain Jane area, but they’ve turned it into a beautiful arboretum in a historic neighborhood,” Burkholder says. Bluebirds nest along the park’s Charles Hawks Memorial Bluebird Trail, a stretch of 18 birdhouses maintained by the Burlington Bird Club. Beneath the park’s broad willow oak tree is an accessible treehouse suspended around the trunk, beloved by Burlington children.
Downtown Burlington families love the carousel at City Park.
Willowbrook Park has no shortage of scenic areas.
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City events at the Historic Depot
Burlington’s Historic Depot was the city’s original train station along the North Carolina Railroad, but today its amphitheater and grassy gathering spaces are the sites of community events and concerts in the heart of Downtown. “They do little festivals throughout the year,” Osborn says. “The St. Paddy’s Day Bash is a big one, and you’ll see lots of local charities and restaurants at the Christmas parade, too.”
An Amtrak railway runs through Downtown Burlington.
Families love the many events held in Downtown Burlington.
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Finance Academy at the neighborhood high school
A full pipeline of Alamance-Burlington Schools is within a 2-mile radius of the neighborhood. Hillcrest Elementary scores a C from Niche and Turrentine Middle earns a C-plus. Walter M. Williams High, located in Downtown Burlington, receives a B. The high school is home to an Academy of Finance affiliated with the National Academy Foundation and is the only school in Alamance County to offer the International Baccalaureate Program.
Walter M. Williams High School serves students from Downtown Burlington.
Turrentine Middle School serves over 900 students in the Burlington area.
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Commuters take I-40 to the Piedmont Triad and Research Triangle regions
Many people chose to settle in Burlington because of its proximity to both the Piedmont Triad and the Research Triangle areas. Greensboro is roughly 22 miles, or about a 30-minute drive to the west. To the east, Durham is approximately 35 miles away, a drive that typically takes 40 minutes. Interstate 40 lies to the south of the neighborhood and makes for easy travel around the region, though some residents do work in town. “Burlington is the headquarters for Labcorp, which is a major employer in the area. So the only tradeoff is that Downtown tends to have a little more office space, but there’s still some quaint businesses,” Burkholder says. Bus routes around town are operated by Link Transit and have stops throughout Downtown, while the Burlington Amtrak Station provides transit to far-flung destinations.
Downtown Burlington features shops, dining, events, and more.
Downtown Burlington folks have access to the Link Transit bus system.
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Parks in this Area
Burlington City Park
Willowbrook Park
Jiggs Askew Memorial Bark Park
Burlington Downtown Depot
Events
Museum
Parking Lot
Lake Mackintosh Marina
Transit
Airport
Piedmont Triad International
47 min drive
Train
Burlington Station
Bus
Tucker Street & Center Court & Tucker St Apts (Outbound)
Bus
City Hall (Outbound)
Bus
Burlington City Park & Ymca & Kitchin St. (Outbound)
Bus
City Hall (Inbound)
Bus
Trollinger & Kivett
Bus
Maple & S. Broad Post Office (Outbound)
Bus
W. Front Street & Trollinger St. (Outbound)
Downtown Burlington Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Downtown Burlington, Burlington sell after 49 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Downtown Burlington, Burlington over the last 12 months is $442,018, down 12% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Charming Cape Cod with Inground Pool Near Willowbrook Park! Welcome to this classic 2-story Cape Cod brimming with potential and charm! Ideally situated just a short stroll from beautiful Willowbrook Park, this 4-bedroom home offers spacious living with room to grow. The main level features a generously sized primary bedroom, hardwood floors throughout, and a sun-drenched sunroom perfect for
Great opportunity to bring this cute bungalow near downtown Burlington to its full potential. Conveniently located on the corner, this property is, per tax card, a 3-bedroom home, with an additional space downstairs that has been used as a 4th bedroom. Highlights include hardwood floors, wood paneling, and new bottom cabinets in the kitchen. Featuring a 1 car, detached garage and wrap around
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
4,360
Median Age
42
Population Density
37 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20.6%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$46,535
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$68,767
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
85.9%
On par with the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
35.7%
On par with the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
12.3%
% Population in Labor Force
64.2%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
47''
Average Winter Low Temperature
31°F
Average Summer High Temperature
89°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
42/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
70/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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