Cottage Hill
Massachusetts beaches and Massa Playground
One of the biggest draws to the neighborhood is beach access, and Cottage Hill residents can hit Winthrop Beach along the eastern side of the peninsula or Yirrell Beach, a bit farther south. From the sandy and rocky tract, visitors can catch views of the ocean, and lifeguards are on duty during the summer. The west side of Cottage Hill opens up into Crystal Cove, a stretch of coastline that includes the Winthrop Yacht Club’s marina, with over 160 boat spots, and Winthrop Town Landing, which features docks, a public boat ramp and a pier. Another outdoor gathering space can be found at Massa Playground, which is an enclosed park with a jungle gym and basketball courts.
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Clusters of condos in Cottage Hill
The homes sandwiched between the shoreline were mostly built in the 19th and 20th centuries, and many houses have colonial-inspired architecture with modern renovations. DiMento says that “there’s been a tremendous amount of retrofitting and modernizing,” but homes maintain their historic facades. Condos dominate the housing market here, with options in both multifamily or duplex homes and complexes. Less than half of the neighborhood opts to own, and renters often pay between $2,000 and $3,000 per month for one- and two-bedroom units. Homes typically sell between $500,000 and $1 million, but one-bedroom condos can start under $200,000. Many houses feature front porches and balconies, and while not every property has a backyard, Massa Playground is within walking distance. Streets here can be curved and steep, though sidewalks line most roads, making it a walkable area. Many of the property transactions here are between relatives, keeping many local families in Cottage Hill for generations.
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Winthrop Chamber of Commerce hosts Cottage Hill events
Residents come together for annual events, such as the Winthrop Town Wide Yard Sale and the Winthrop Family Beach Day at Yirrell Beach. The neighborhood also has festive celebrations, including the Boos & Brews and Winthrop Holiday Lighting traditions. The Winthrop Chamber of Commerce is a major sponsor for events in the area.Dining on Shirley and heading north for shopping
Restaurant options are available within close walking distance along Shirley Street, which is on the western side of the neighborhood, north of the yacht club. Ferrante’s is one notable spot, specializing in steaks and seafood, while Selva Coffee House is a daytime destination for breakfast. DiMento mentions that Cafe Delite, in the center of Winthrop, is a popular option for those who choose to drive into town. Winthrop Marketplace is also in town and is locally and family owned. It is a neighborhood staple for groceries, baked goods and other everyday necessities. Target is available within about 4 miles in Revere for those who do not want to travel into Boston for a big-box department store. Health care is also available outside of the city at MGH-Revere HealthCare Center.
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Public education in Cottage Hill
Students here are zoned for Winthrop Public Schools, beginning at Arthur T. Cummings Elementary, which earns a B-minus on Niche. Children can then head to Winthrop Middle and High Schools, which both score B grades. This school pipeline is accessible, sitting within 1 or 2 miles of Cottage Hill residences. The middle and high schools share a campus and collectively offer over 25 sports teams.
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Cottage Hill transportation options from the MBTA to BOS
Cottage Hill is just a few miles east of Massachusetts Route 1A, which can be used to commute 7 miles south into Boston. Many residents choose to work in Boston, and the drive typically takes about 20 minutes. Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) has bus stops in Winthrop that lead to the Blue Line subway route into the city. For air travel, residents are just about 5 or 6 miles from Boston Logan International Airport (BOS).
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Virginia Todd
Virginia Todd
Responds QuicklyLeading Edge Real Estate
(857) 323-6892
74 Total Sales
1 in Cottage Hill
$440,000 Price
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Joan Powell
Joan Powell
Advisors Living - Merrimac
(857) 349-2584
10 Total Sales
1 in Cottage Hill
$175,000 Price
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Lori Lacey
Lori Lacey
Lamacchia Realty, Inc.
(781) 257-4702
45 Total Sales
1 in Cottage Hill
$830,000 Price
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Darlene minincleri
Darlene minincleri
Responds QuicklyMP Realty Group
(781) 675-3567
38 Total Sales
1 in Cottage Hill
$429,000 Price
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Hudson Santana
Hudson Santana
Responds QuicklyKeller Williams Realty Boston Northwest
(339) 229-6926
534 Total Sales
1 in Cottage Hill
$449,000 Price
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The Reference Group
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The Reference Group
Responds QuicklyReference Real Estate
(351) 666-4678
272 Total Sales
8 in Cottage Hill
$231K - $1.3M Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 2nd
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Massa Playground
- Basketball
- Playground
Ingleside Park
Coughlin Park
Pond Street Playground
- Basketball
- Tennis
- Playground
Crest Avenue Park
- Trails
- Playground
Highlands Beach
- Trails
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Cottage Hill | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 2 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 3 | 4 |
| Robbery | 4 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Cottage Hill Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Cottage Hill, Winthrop sell after 13 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Cottage Hill, Winthrop over the last 12 months is $348,000, down 61% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$360,000
Median Sale Price
$348,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$348,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Last 12 months Home Sales
38
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-61%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$216
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
361
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Median Year Built
1900
Months of Supply
0.30
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,762
Below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,249
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
974
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
668
Average Studio Size Sq Ft
380
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
4,356
Open Houses
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Thursday, Jul 315:30 - 6:30pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has Equal Renters and Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,092
Median Age
44
Population Density
15 ppl/acre
Population under 18
18.8%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19.5%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$113,306
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$121,508
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
96.2%
College Graduates
45.8%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
21.7%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
73.2%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
43''
Average Winter Low Temperature
23°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
12''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
17
/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
54
/ 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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