Middlesex County · 01803 · Route 128 Tech Hub

Living in Burlington

Big-name shopping and dining paired with quiet residential streets and quick highway access — Burlington is the retail and tech center of the northwest suburbs.

About the Town

Premier shopping, tech jobs, and easy suburban livingt

Burlington is a town of about 26,000 in Middlesex County, roughly 12 miles northwest of Boston. Home to the Burlington Mall and the thriving 3rd Avenue district, it offers some of the region’s best shopping and restaurants, surrounded by employers along the Route 128 tech corridor.

Beyond the commercial energy, Burlington is a comfortable, well-run suburb with parks, strong services, and a central location that puts Boston, the North Shore, and Route 495 all within reach.

The majority of Burlington is residential — established single-family neighborhoods just minutes from the commercial districts.

Things to Do & Landmarks

Burlington Mall

A regional shopping destination with major retailers.

3rd Avenue

An open-air district of upscale dining and shops.

Simonds Park

Ballfields, playground, and community events space.

Route 128 Tech Corridor

A major employment hub for the region’s tech companies.

Burlington Public Library

A busy community and learning hub.

Mary Cummings Park

Hundreds of acres of trails and open space.

Life in Burlington

What to love about living here

Schools

Served by Burlington Public Schools — Burlington High School, the Marshall Simonds Middle School, and neighborhood elementary schools.

Dining & Shopping

Mall & Third Ave

The Burlington Mall and the Third Avenue district anchor dining and retail.

Parks & Recreation

Mill Pond & trails

Simonds Park, Mill Pond, and town rec programs support an active community.

Getting Around

128 + Route 3

I-95/128 and Route 3 meet here; the local shuttle links to Alewife’s Red Line.

Shopping & Dining

The Burlington Mall and Third Ave district make it a regional shopping and restaurant destination.

Tech & Jobs

A major employment center along Route 128’s tech corridor.

Easy Highways

The meeting of I-95/128 and Route 3 puts the whole region within easy reach.

Suburban Comfort

Well-kept neighborhoods, strong services, and a family-oriented feel.

Local Playbook

What to know before you move

Work close to home

Burlington sits in the heart of the Route 128 tech corridor — a top choice if you work along it.

Amenities at your door

The Mall and 3rd Avenue put premier shopping and dining minutes away.

Mostly residential

Despite the commercial reputation, most of town is quiet single-family neighborhoods.

Drive-first commute

There is no commuter-rail stop in town; access is by car via I-95/128 and Route 3, plus express bus.

Sell the location

Central access to the tech corridor and top-tier amenities are your headline advantages.

Target the employment base

Steady demand from local employers supports pricing — position for relocating professionals.

Present move-in-ready

Updated, neutral, and clean homes command the strongest offers.

List in spring

Spring peaks; fall is a reliable secondary window.

Live Market & Listings

Burlington homes for sale

Burlington · FAQs

Questions buyers & sellers ask

Is Burlington mostly commercial?

It is known for shopping and tech employers, but the majority of Burlington is residential — established neighborhoods minutes from the commercial districts.

Excellent by car via I-95/Route 128 and Route 3, with express bus options; there is no in-town commuter rail.

The mix of top-tier amenities, strong services, central location, and steady demand from the local employment base.

Yes — Simonds Park, Mary Cummings Park, and others offer ballfields, trails, and open space.

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