City Guide
Burlington, VT
Overview
Burlington, VT, is recognized for being the home of the University of Vermont. There are around 43,000 residents, so living in Burlington will provide a welcoming and small-town feel. A noteworthy fact is that it sits along Lake Champlain, the largest lake in Vermont. Interestingly, Ben & Jerry's opened their first ice cream shop in Burlington.
What’s it like to live in Burlington, VT ?
If you're looking to buy a home for sale in Burlington, VT you'll find that the median sale price is
$467,450
and homes stay on the market for 23 days. You'll find that the median sale prices of
a single family home and a condo/co-op in Burlington are $511,000
and $323,000
, respectively. Burlington area townhouses have a median sale price of $290,000
, making them less expensive
than single family homes. If you’re not ready to buy a home, consider one of the many apartments for rent in Burlington, VTExplore our Burlington housing market page for insights about how home values have changed over
the years and how Burlington home prices compare to other markets. Explore our Burlington rental market trends page for insights about how rental prices have changed and how Burlington rental prices compare to other rental markets. If you're curious about the most valuable home features in Burlington, or looking for a new home improvement project,
discover what home features and design trends may help increase your home's value.
Popular neighborhoods in and around Burlington
Neighborhood | Median Sale Price | Compete Score | Walk Score | Real Estate |
---|---|---|---|---|
Colchester Village | $378,500 | 87 / 100 | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
Malletts Bay | $503,000 | 69 / 100 | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
Old North End | $480,000 | 72 / 100 | 84 / 100 | For SaleFor Rent |
South Burlington North | $334,500 | 88 / 100 | 35 / 100 | For SaleFor Rent |
Colchester | $421,000 | 77 / 100 | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
Popular homes for sale in Burlington
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What is there to do in Burlington, VT ?
Some of the most popular things to do in Burlington, VT, range from exploring local parks, checking out some of the best restaurants in town, and enjoying local art. Home to many museums, make sure to check out Fleming Museum of Art and Firehouse Gallery. ArtsRiot and Flynn Center for the Performing Arts are among the many performing arts venues you can check out. There are a lot of parks and green spaces within the city including, Battery Park, Waterfront Park, Starr Farm Dog Park that you can easily spend the morning at. Restaurants and popular eateries are found in the city, so you don't want to skip over these local restaurants. For a quick taste of the town, stop by Juniper Bar & Restaurant, India House Restaurant, or Fuda Chinese Restaurant.
Explore some of the best things to do in Burlington
What's the best way to get around Burlington, VT ?
The best way to get around Burlington is by bike, but there are many methods for getting around the city. If you’re exploring the city by foot, Burlington has a walk score of 59, meaning this area is somewhat walkable. Another way to get around the city is by public transportation. Burlington has a transit score of 39, with a few nearby public transportation options. Most bus stations and rail stations are located in 05401 and 05404. You can also get around Burlington by bike. With a bike score of 81, it's convenient to use a bike for most trips.
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
Some Transit
Transit Score®
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
Burlington Transportation
Bus Station
Buses can be found throughout the city and are easily accessible to commute in the city.
Rail Station
Burlington has 3 heavy rail stations; Vermont Railway, Union Station, Polar Express. This allows you to use heavy rail to commute in and out of the city from the surrounding area and even travel to other cities.
Tram Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Metro Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Car & Bike Rentals
Renting a car is another good way to get around the city. There are 2 car rental locations. Renting a bike is another good way to get around. There is 1 bike rental location.