Greater Boston · Town guide
Living in Burlington, MA.
A Route 128 town known for the Burlington Mall, major employers and a hospital, with mostly mid-century single-family homes, condos, and a comparatively low tax rate.
Burlington at a glance
- Median single-family
- $875,000
- ▼ 1.7% vs. last year
- Median condo
- $950,000
- ▲ 16.2% vs. last year
- Days on market
- 36
- single-family, year to date
- Sale vs. original list
- 102.3%
- single-family, year to date
- Residential tax rate
- $8.69
- per $1,000, FY2026
- Population
- 26,977
- 2024 Census estimate, +3.5% since 2020
- To Boston
- 12 mi
- straight line to City Hall
- MBTA rail & ferry
- No MBTA rail station in town
Burlington market · September 2026 year to date
The numbers, before the opinions.
| Measure | Single-family | Condo |
|---|---|---|
| Median sale price | $875,000 | $950,000 |
| Change vs. last year | ▼ 1.7% | ▲ 16.2% |
| Sales closed | 125 | 19 |
| Median days on market | 36 | 37 |
| Sale price vs. original list | 102.3% | 98.9% |
| For sale at month end | 45 | 6 |
| Months of supply | 3.3 | 2.3 |
Source: Massachusetts Association of REALTORS®, Burlington Local Market Update (PDF, opens in a new tab) (MLS PIN data). Year-to-date figures except homes for sale and months of supply, which are for the latest month. A town median is a starting point; the right price is street by street.
What the numbers mean
Buying or selling in Burlington?
By the usual rule of thumb (under about four months of supply favors sellers, over six favors buyers), the Burlington single-family market was seller-leaning, with 3.3 months of supply in the latest MAR report and homes selling for 102.3% of original list price on average. Individual streets, price ranges and property types can behave very differently.
If you're selling in Burlington
- Single-family homes in Burlington have sold for 102.3% of their original list price on average this year. Well-priced homes are drawing full price or better, so the opening price matters more than room to negotiate.
- The median single-family home took about 36 days to sell. Plan your next move around that, plus about 30 to 60 days to close.
If you're buying in Burlington
- Expect competition on the best homes in Burlington: the average single-family sold at 102.3% of original list. Have your pre-approval, inspection plan and walk-away number ready before you tour.
- With a median of about 36 days on market, you'll usually have time for a second showing, but not forever.
Side by side · September 2026 year to date
How does Burlington compare with nearby towns?
| Town | Median single-family | Median condo | Days on market | Tax rate (FY2026) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burlington | $875,000 ▼ 1.7% | $950,000 | 36 | $8.69 |
| Woburn | $785,000 ▲ 1.3% | $579,500 | 32 | $9.15 |
| Wilmington | $795,000 ▲ 3.9% | $642,500 | 28 | $11.41 |
| Lexington | $1,750,000 ▼ 10.3% | $1,015,000 | 50 | $12.31 |
| Winchester | $1,765,000 ▼ 2.9% | $770,000 | 37 | $11.08 |
| Reading | $985,000 ▲ 7.7% | $622,500 | 24 | $10.96 |
Year-to-date medians from each town's MAR Local Market Update; tax rates per $1,000 from the Mass. Division of Local Services. Nearby = closest town centers among the towns I cover.
Town guide
What it's like to live in Burlington.
What is it like to live in Burlington?
Burlington grew up around Route 128 and Route 3. It's home to the Burlington Mall, a major hospital, and many technology and life-science employers, and most of its neighborhoods were built in the decades after the highway arrived.
What are Burlington's neighborhoods like?
A quick orientation, not a ranking:
| Area | What it's like | Worth a look if you want |
|---|---|---|
| The town common area | The center of town near Simonds Park | A central location |
| Mid-century neighborhoods | Streets of ranches, capes and colonials | Classic suburban streets |
| Near the Bedford and Billerica lines | Quieter residential areas toward Route 3 | A quieter setting with highway access |
What does housing look like in Burlington?
Mostly single-family homes from the 1950s through the 1970s (ranches, capes, split-levels and colonials), many renovated or expanded, plus condo and townhouse communities.
How is the commute from Burlington to Boston?
No rail station in town. Route 128, Route 3 and I-93 nearby are the main routes. Some commuters use Anderson/Woburn station in neighboring Woburn.
Where do people spend time in Burlington?
- Simonds Park
- Mary Cummings Park
- The Burlington Mall and nearby restaurants
What should buyers and sellers know about Burlington?
- Lower tax rate: Burlington's large commercial tax base keeps its residential rate comparatively low. Compare in the table above.
- Mid-century homes: check for updated electrical, heating and roofs.
- Competitive: homes have been selling above original list on average.
For public school information, see the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education's school and district profiles (Burlington Public Schools).
Questions people actually ask.
Why is Burlington's tax rate lower than its neighbors'?
A large share of its tax revenue comes from commercial property such as the mall and office parks.
Is there a train in Burlington?
No. The nearest commuter rail is Anderson/Woburn.
Mortgage rates · week of October 15, 2026
What today's rate means for your payment in Burlington.
The average 30-year fixed rate this week is 7.40%. On Burlington's median single-family price of $875,000 with 20% down (a $700,000 loan), here's the monthly principal and interest, and how much a rate move changes it.
| Scenario | 30-year rate | Principal & interest | vs. this week |
|---|---|---|---|
| A year ago | 6.27% | $4,320/mo | −$530/mo |
| This week | 7.40% | $4,850/mo | |
| If rates rise half a point | 7.90% | $5,090/mo | +$240/mo |
| If rates fall half a point | 6.90% | $4,610/mo | −$240/mo |
| If rates fall a full point | 6.40% | $4,380/mo | −$470/mo |
Rate source: Freddie Mac Primary Mortgage Market Survey® (opens in a new tab), national weekly average. Principal and interest only; taxes, insurance and any condo fees are extra (use the calculator below). Your actual rate depends on your credit, loan type and points. Ask a lender for a quote, or ask me for an introduction.
Monthly cost calculator
What would a Burlington home cost per month?
Pre-filled with Burlington's median single-family price, its FY2026 tax rate and this week's average 30-year mortgage rate. Change anything. This is an estimate for planning, not a loan quote.
How I help in Burlington
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What is the median home price in Burlington, MA?
The median single-family sale price in Burlington was $875,000 for September 2026 year to date, compared with $890,550 for the same period a year earlier. The median condo sold for $950,000. Source: Massachusetts Association of REALTORS® (MLS PIN data).
How fast are homes selling in Burlington?
Single-family homes that sold in Burlington during September 2026 year to date spent a median of about 36 days on market and sold for 102.3% of their original list price on average, according to MAR.
What is the property tax rate in Burlington, MA?
Burlington's FY2026 residential property tax rate is $8.69 per $1,000 of assessed value (Massachusetts Division of Local Services). On a home assessed at the median single-family sale price, that's roughly $7,600 a year; your actual bill depends on the assessed value.
Is it a buyer's or seller's market in Burlington, MA?
By the usual rule of thumb (under about four months of supply favors sellers, over six favors buyers), the Burlington single-family market was seller-leaning, with 3.3 months of supply in the latest MAR report and homes selling for 102.3% of original list price on average. Individual streets, price ranges and property types can behave very differently.
Is there a train from Burlington to Boston?
There's no MBTA rail station in Burlington. It's about 12 miles from Boston in a straight line; most residents drive or use a station in a nearby town.
MLS listings
Burlington homes for sale right now.
Active and coming-soon listings in Burlington, through my Ruuster home search. Save a search to hear about new ones as they come on.
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Sources: market figures, Massachusetts Association of REALTORS®, Local Market Update (data: MLS PIN; © ShowingTime Plus); tax rate, Massachusetts Division of Local Services, Municipal Databank, Tax Rates by Class; population, U.S. Census Bureau, Vintage 2024 population estimates for cities and towns; stations, MBTA (V3 API); distance, OpenStreetMap Nominatim (town center); miles are straight-line to Boston City Hall. Numbers retrieved 2026-10-21.