Old North End
Neighborhood in Burlington, Vermont
Chittenden County 05401
Turn-of-the-century New England homes
With more single-family homes than its downtown neighbor, Old North End is full of opportunities for those who want to live a quieter, more suburban lifestyle. “There are a lot of young people moving back to the Burlington area, especially now that they have the ability to work remotely,” Bresnahan says. “They can still work for larger companies in places like New York City and live somewhere beautiful like Vermont. It’s the best of both worlds.” Though UVM students may rent rooms out of houses nearby, homeowners can find unique New England residences with smaller yards. Turn-of-the-century homes from the late 1890s and mid-1920s may have gone through renovations, but their enduring Colonial-revival aesthetics, gabled roofs and covered front porches lend a classic look to the area. Most homes can be found at prices between $400,000 and $600,000. Fixer-uppers cost closer to $350,000, while more luxurious homes with major updates or waterfront views can cost between $650,000 and over $1 million. A few condos and townhouse units in little communities or renovated mansions can cost between $250,000 and $350,000.Old North End’s access to Burlington parks and bike trails
Because it is part of downtown, the Old North End has access to all the parks, bike trails and events that the city has to offer. On the north side of Waterfront Park, locals can take advantage of the Andy “A Dog” Williams skatepark or Betty’s Bikes used bicycle store. Water Works Park is right next to Farmers and Foragers Dockside restaurant, which has a great view of the water and serves their famous lobster rolls. Parts of the Burlington Greenway bike path, also known as the Rec Path, cut through Waterfront Park, allowing bikers to enjoy scenic trips along the lakeshore. Battery Park is a high point in Burlington that overlooks the waters of Lake Champlain and the Adirondack mountains to the west. Roosevelt Park on the north side of O.N.E. has sports fields and a playground, and the Boys & Girls Club across the street from there has an outdoor pool.Burlington public schools and the University of Vermont
Students in Old North End fall within the Burlington School District, which is graded an overall B on Niche and is ranked as the No. 13 best school district in Vermont. Edmunds Elementary School teaches kindergarten through fifth grade and is graded a B, while Edmunds Middle School is graded a B-plus. Burlington High School also rated a B-plus grade, is one of the top 10 high schools in Vermont. In 2020, the high school campus was shut down after discovering toxic chemicals, so students were transferred to the former Macy’s department store in downtown Burlington. After a major renovation to the store, students would take escalators upstairs to their classrooms and eat at the Michael Kors Cafe by the former makeup counter. A new campus is scheduled to be built to accommodate Burlington High students in the future.Downtown Burlington events, festivals and summer concerts
Everyone in Old North End can go out to experience Waterfront Park’s festivals, concerts and fireworks shows. “The festivals here are amazing, and they draw thousands of visitors to the area. There’s a huge marathon here in Burlington every Memorial Day, and people from all across the country travel here to be part of it,” Bresnahan says. Downtown Burlington also has a huge 4th of July festival on the 3rd every year so that towns outside of Burlington can hold their own celebrations on the actual day.” The Grand Point North concert series and music festival takes place in July over four days, where concertgoers listen to music under the open sky by the water’s edge. Other festivals include the Vermont Brewers Festival, annual boat shows and the city’s popular Oktoberfest.Getting around the Old North End and downtown Burlington
Old North End benefits from access to the University of Vermont, which is less than 2 miles away, and Burlington International Airport, about 4 miles away. Interstate 89 runs north and south, and North Willard Street cuts through downtown for commuters who need to get through traffic faster. By taking North Willard Street to Main Street, drivers can access South Burlington and the University Mall, which are about 3 miles away. Green Mountain Transit bus stops line North Street for anyone who needs to hop on, or those who prefer to cycle can bike around town to get where they need to go. For emergencies and checkups, the University of Vermont Medical Center is about 1 mile east via North Street.North Street eateries and Winooski Avenue markets
Where North Street and Winooski Avenue intersect are several local businesses and restaurants. “You will see a lot more homegrown businesses in Burlington rather than chains,” Bresnahan says. Across from Little Park is BurlyAxe Throwing, where friends can gather and toss hatchets at targets together. Despacito, a Puerto Rican-inspired vegan restaurant, is just next door and is known for its buffalo cauliflower and open mic nights. May Day is a hotspot known for its large selection of fresh food and famous cocktails. Pho Hong is a Vietnamese restaurant that allows diners to bring their own alcohol while they indulge in hot noodle soups. Old Spokes Home is a bicycle shop with everything cyclists need to keep their bikes in good shape when they travel around town. Little grocery stores and marts such as Thai Phat or Asian General Market offer ingredients from many parts of the world. For longer grocery trips, there are several big box stores by University Mall about 3 miles away, including Target, Trader Joe’s and Hannaford.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Jordan Lafond
Jordan Lafond
Responds QuicklyKW Vermont
(802) 210-1312
59 Total Sales
2 in Old North End
$249K - $315K Price Range
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Paul Hayes
Paul Hayes
Responds QuicklyVermont Real Estate Company
(802) 992-8384
71 Total Sales
5 in Old North End
$240K - $430K Price Range
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Mikail Stein
Mikail Stein
Responds QuicklyRE/MAX North Professionals
(802) 316-4556
176 Total Sales
6 in Old North End
$259K - $1.5M Price Range
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Elise Polli
Elise Polli
Responds QuicklyPolli Properties
(802) 520-0247
342 Total Sales
4 in Old North End
$330K - $675K Price Range
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Stacie Callan
Stacie Callan
Responds QuicklyCENTURY 21 North East
(802) 242-8958
471 Total Sales
2 in Old North End
$470K - $535K Price Range
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Geri Reilly
Geri Reilly
Responds QuicklyGeri Reilly Real Estate
(802) 992-8451
699 Total Sales
20 in Old North End
$128K - $585K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Roosevelt Park
Burlington Waterfront Dog Park
Little Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Old North End | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 6 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 6 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
| Robbery | 7 | 4 |
| Burglary | 8 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 7 | 4 |
| Larceny | 6 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 6 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Old North End Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Old North End, Burlington sell after 23 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Old North End, Burlington over the last 12 months is $517,499, up 34% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$454,450
Median Sale Price
$517,499
Median Single Family Sale Price
$517,499
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$320,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$240,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
24
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
34%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$384
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
303
Number of Homes for Sale
6
Median Year Built
1915
Months of Supply
3.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,963
On par with the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,049
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
742
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
741
Average Studio Size Sq Ft
432
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
3,920
Open Houses
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Sunday, Jun 151 - 3pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
8,898
Median Age
32
Population Density
126 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
8.1%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$47,061
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$63,386
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
89.8%
College Graduates
53.8%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
14.6%
% Population in Labor Force
78%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
37''
Average Winter Low Temperature
13°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
70''
Area Factors
Biker's Paradise
Bike Score®
99
/ 100
Walker's Paradise
Walk Score®
91
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
47
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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Riverside
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