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The South End's vibrant arts district
The South End is a sought-after neighborhood that encompasses the south side of Burlington. Over the past 50 years, this former gritty industrial corridor has transformed into a vibrant arts district brimming with entrepreneurial spirit. "I lived in the South End for 30 years, and there's no better place to be," says Tamar Bouchard, a Realtor with Northern Vermont Realty Group and life-long Vermonter. "You're five minutes from the whole world—whether that's five minutes from the airport, the interstate, the train station, shopping and dining options, or parks."
This eclectic, walkable neighborhood blends factory buildings with modern art studios, craft breweries and restaurants just south of downtown. Historic homes and quiet residential streets intermingle with local businesses, community green spaces and sweeping views of Lake Champlain. "It's probably the most self-sustaining, diverse and family-friendly area in Burlington," Bouchard says. "You're also farther away from the University of Vermont, so you don't have that college town feel." With a strong sense of local pride and a laid-back atmosphere, the South End offers an authentic Burlington lifestyle infused with creativity just blocks from downtown.
A row of homes with large front porches can be found in Five Avenues.
Burlington has art installations such as this one, the world's tallest filing cabinet.
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Warehouses-turned-art studios, restaurants and breweries
Repurposed warehouses buzz with energy, artistry and local flavor along Shelburne Street, or U.S. Route 7, and Pine Street. Coffee shops, restaurants and artists’ studios are scattered between bakeries, breweries and boutiques.
The Soda Plant is a prime example of the neighborhood's transformation. This former soda bottling factory-turned-eclectic marketplace boasts over 40 artisans, makers and restauranteurs. Establishments here include The Venetian Soda Lounge, which offers patrons handcrafted sodas and Prohibition-style cocktails in a moody, velvety-draped speakeasy setting that regularly features live jazz and other events. Down the hall, spots like Haymaker Bun Company sell fresh-baked brioche buns, while design and art studios showcase paintings, sculptures and clothing options.
Additional establishments are right down the road. Burlington Beer Company is known for its locally brewed IPAs and farmhouse ales served in an industrial-chic taproom. Next door, Citizen Cider is a popular cider pub with take-away four-packs that complement Pizza 44's wood-fired pies, available a few blocks away.
Many residents shop locally, supporting local grocers like the City Market Co-Op, which has a South End and downtown location. About 1 mile away, chain retailers like Shaw's, Market 32 and HomeGoods line Shelburne Street.
Union Jacks located near Fifth Avenues serves up great British pub fare.
Myer's Wood Fired Bagels in Five Avenues serves up speciality Montreal style bagels.
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Community events in the South End
Every summer, the neighborhood hosts the South End Get Down, a weekly outdoor block party that takes over Pine Street every Friday from mid-May through August. Patrons can expect a rotating lineup of food trucks, local brewers, DJs spinning under string lights and kid-friendly activities like face painting. Next door, the Burlington Farmers Market takes over an empty parking lot on Saturday mornings, showcasing vendor stands brimming with Vermont-grown produce, local cheeses, fresh flowers and handmade goods.
Condominiums, historic homes and custom-built lakefront retreats
The South End offers a diverse mix of condos, duplexes and single-family homes with a wide range of price points. Twentieth-century condominiums priced from $300,000 to the upper-$600,000s are clustered near the mouth of Shelburne Bay. A small section of lakefront units can sell for over $1 million. Small residential enclaves like the Five Sisters are known for their historic homes. Typical architectural styles here range from Dutch Colonials and Tudor Revivals to cozy bungalows and American Foursquares. Other roads shaded by mature foliage give way to a mix of Colonial Revivals, Cape Cods, Victorians, mid-century modern ramblers and bi-levels. Most properties boast modest fenced-in yards and detached garages, with prices ranging from around half a million to over $1 million. Converted duplexes and multi-unit properties can sell within the same range. Communities like South Cove offer an affluent, suburban lifestyle with stately single-family homes and tree-lined streets along the shores of Lake Champlain. Properties here include Colonial Revivals, sprawling ramblers and custom-built lakefront homes that can fetch price tags that range from $1.2 million to over $3 million.
Beautiful colonials that exude historic charm in the Five Avenues neighborhood.
Of the home styles you can find in Five Avenues, a ranch is a popular choice.
Traditional New England style homes can be found in Five Avenues.
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Year-round recreation across Burlington
In the heart of the South End, Calahan Park features sports fields, tennis courts and a nature-inspired playground. Smaller parks and nature trails are scattered around the South End, while the nearby Burlington Country Club features a private 18-hole golf course, pool and clubhouse.
At the far south corner of the neighborhood, Oakledge Park anchors the lakeshore with open fields, tennis courts, beach volleyball courts and wooded trails that weave past historic sites, a picnic pavilion and a treehouse. "It's a great place to go swimming, picnic, play pickleball or take your bike out," Bouchard says. Lake Champlain's waters attract kayakers, paddleboarders and boaters in the warmer months.
The Island Line Trail, a 14-mile trail along the waterfront, passes by Blanchard Beach, a small but popular strip of sandy beachfront. "It's the beach everyone in town goes to," Bouchard says. The Island Line Trail leads north past Burlington's city limits and spans the Lake Champlain Causeway. This narrow strip of land, once an old railroad line, is surrounded by water on both sides. "There's even a bike ferry to cross a gap in the path," Bouchard says.
Biking, hiking and recreational options extend well past the city, with dozens of state parks and forests tucked within the nearby Green Mountains. Premier ski resorts like Bolton Valley, Sugarbush and Stowe are less than 60 miles away. Closer to home, indoor recreation options in South End range from Petra Cliffs, a premier indoor rock-climbing gym, to indoor cycle studios.
A group of friends gather to play Bocce at Oakledge Park in Five Avenues.
In Burlington and along the lake, you can find miles of walking trails and beaches.
Flowers bloom along Waterfront Park in Burlington, a popular place to walk your dog.
Golfers can play a round of 18 holes at the Burlington Country Club near Five Avenues.
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Educational options in Burlington
The Burlington School District serves the community and earns an overall B rating from Niche. Local schools include Champlain Elementary, Edmunds Middle and Burlington High School, all of which garner B-plus ratings. Vermont is known for its school choice programs, with elementary school placements based on family preferences and school capacity. However, middle school placements are based on home addresses, while Vermont boasts a state-wide public high school choice system that allows students to attend any school in the state.
The University of Vermont's Redstone Campus, about 1 mile from the heart of the neighborhood, bleeds into the south side of town but maintains its insulated community. Champlain College, a small private institution founded in 1878, is tucked between canopied residential streets along the neighborhood's north side and the Hill Section, another sought-after neighborhood in the area.
Edmunds Middle School is centrally located in downtown Burlington and serves grades 6-8.
Burlington High School is temporarily located in the old Macy's and serves grades 9-12.
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Walking, cycling, public transit and nearby roadways in the South End
Green Valley Transit services the City of Burlington with bus routes along Pine Street and U.S. Route 7. Still, many residents opt to walk or bike to work. Depending on the street, residents can be a couple of blocks or 3 miles from downtown Burlington. Burlington Union Station, home to the Ethan Allen Express line, offers daily routes to Rutland, Albany and New York. Ten miles away, Essex Junction is home to the Vermonter line that leads south to Washington, D.C. The University of Vermont Medical Center is about 3 miles northeast via Route 7, and Burlington International Airport is 5 miles east. Interstate 89 passes by the community's east side, connecting residents to Montreal, about 100 miles north.
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Parks in this Area
Calahan Park
Burlington Parks & Recreation
Oakledge Park
Oakledge Park and Beach
Transit
Airport
Patrick Leahy Burlington International
21 min drive
Bus
Shelburne Road & Burlington Subaru
Bus
Shelburne Road & Lyman Avenue
Bus
Lakeside Community
Bus
S Union Street & Spruce Street
Bus
Pine Street & Birchcliff Parkway
Bus
Lakeside Avenue Park & Ride (Parc Lot)
Bus
S Union Street & Bayview Court
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
South End
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
6
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
6
4
Crime Score
5
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
South End Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in South End, Burlington sell after 33 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in South End, Burlington over the last 12 months is $580,000, down 5% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
This hidden oasis offers all the space and accommodations you need with 2 bedrooms plus an office, 2 underground assigned parking spaces, private outdoor patio, as well as common green space, all in close proximity to colleges, Church St, the waterfront, and all the South End has to offer! First floor includes a spacious living room and updated kitchen with pass-through to dining room overlooking
Just a 5-minute stroll to Oakledge Beach and Lake Champlain, this Southwind end unit offers an unbeatable Burlington location. Lovingly maintained by the same owners for over 15 years, this home offers comfort, light-filled spaces, and a truly inviting atmosphere. Inside, you’ll find a beautifully updated kitchen with natural wood cabinetry, custom countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a
Tucked into a nicely landscaped, .57-acre corner lot in Burlington’s highly sought-after South End, this exceptional one-level home offers unexpected privacy in a neighborhood setting. The 4-bed, 4-bath, 1,899-sq. ft. home has an open-concept layout, with hardwood floors in the living and dining areas, complemented by abundant natural sunlight and welcoming gas fireplace. The renovated kitchen
Julie GaboriaultColdwell Banker Hickok and Boardman
$2600 including utilities AVAILABLE JULY 1ST. NOW TAKING ONLINE APPLICATIONS. Sunny 2 Bedroom Apartment near waterfront, bike path and downtown arts district.
Sitting on the corner of Pine St. and Flynn Ave, South End Apartments offers easy access to Burlington, I-89, and Route 7 for wherever your adventures lead you.
This property at 32 Central Ave features 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom within a total of 800 square feet. The living room offers a functional space for relaxation and gatherings. The bathroom is equipped with essential fixtures for convenience. Each bedroom provides adequate space for furnishings and personal items. The kitchen includes a dishwasher for efficient cleaning. Additional amenities
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
9,399
Median Age
33
Population under 18
21.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
13.5%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$86,085
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$112,705
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
93.7%
College Graduates
62.3%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
31.6%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
74.2%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
37''
Average Winter Low Temperature
13°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
70''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
77/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
75/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
33/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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