Burlington, Vermont is nationally recognized as a great city to visit, live and work. It is known for its healthy environment, livability and a commitment to a greener lifestyle. In 2010, Burlington was named as “One of the Top Ten Cities of the Decade” by Kiplinger’s Personal Finance. The city attracts businesses and people with its natural beauty, history, art, music and a variety of seasonal events. Potential buyers of Burlington VT real estate are presented with a number of housing options in and around the city.
The city is the largest in Vermont and the hub of one the nation’s smallest metropolitan areas. The urbanized area of Burlington includes South Burlington, Winooski, Colchester, Essex, Essex Junction and Williston. These communities provide a variety of residential living options for those relocating to the area.
Home Buyers of Burlington Vermont real estate will find homes, condominiums and multi-family properties in styles and price ranges within the city and the urban areas. A unique feature to housing options include farms and homes with acreage that are within an easy commute to Burlington. Go to Burlington VT homes for sale to search available inventory of properties for sale.
Take a Tour of Burlington, Vermont
Downtown/Waterfront – A dense commercial district full of restaurants, local and national retailers,
professional offices, and banks. At its heart is the recently renovated Church Street Marketplace, an outdoor pedestrian shopping district and an underground Town Center.
Pine Street/South End – An eclectic mix of retailers, offices, manufacturers, cafes, thrift shops, artists’ studios, galleries, antiques, and automotive and industrial supply companies.
Old North End/North Street – A mix of retailers, restaurants, business services, grocers, and thrift shops.
Riverside Avenue- A mix of automotive services, restaurants, and manufacturers. This busy road links Burlington to Winooski
New North End – Most of the commercial activity is focused around the Ethan Allen Shopping Center, home to a new supermarket, hardware store, and many other retailers and services.
First Time Homebuyers and Affordable Housing
The Burlington Housing Authority is Vermont’s oldest and largest municipally-based housing authority. Created in 1961, BHA has been providing affordable housing for forty years to individuals and families buying or renting Burlington VT real estate and surrounding communities. The housing authority manages 600+ affordable apartments and provide rental assistance to over 1,7 families living in their jurisdiction, which is the City of Burlington and a number of surrounding communities.
The Vermont Housing Finance Agency (VHFA) was established in 1974 to finance and promote affordable housing opportunities for low- and moderate- income Vermonters. Since its inception, VHFA has assisted approximately 27,000 Vermonters and their families purchase primary residences; and provided financing, development and management support, subsidy administration and tax credits to approximately 8,400 units of multifamily rental housing. In addition, VHFA serves as a significant resource for the collection of housing data and frequently provides testimonial support in the development of housing policy at the state and federal level, along with assistance to affiliated housing organizations.
Burlington VT Foreclosures and short sales may provide exceptional values in both single family and condominiums. Evaluate all options when considering the purchase of Burlington Vermont real estate.
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