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South End

The South End has some of the city’s most beautiful real estate with parks and squares found throughout.

Welcome to South End

This South End’s appearance is much like the Back Bay with its historic brick rowhouses and select brownstones. Set in more of a neighborhood-like setting, the South End has some of the city’s most beautiful real estate with parks and squares found throughout.
 
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places and rigorously preserved by the South End Historical Society and Landmarks Commission, the South End maintains its valuable historic character.
 
Today, the South End is a very popular place to reside. Young professionals, couples, and empty nesters have been making it a bustling neighborhood since the late 1900’s. Historically home to many artists in the SoWa District the area also has countless restaurants making the South End one of the hottest neighborhoods to both visit as well as call home. Recently, the SoWa District has experienced increased traffic and popularity with many restaurants, services as well as residential buildings emerging.
 

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Overview for South End, MA

33,555 people live in South End, where the median age is 35.4 and the average individual income is $79,228.08. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

33,555

Total Population

35.4 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$79,228.08

Average individual Income

Around South End, MA

There's plenty to do around South End, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

99
Walker's Paradise
Walking Score
92
Biker's Paradise
Bike Score
87
Excellent Transit
Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Chattermark Distillers, Ash & Rose, and Capoeira Gerais.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Chattermark Distillers Logo
Dining 3.08 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Ash & Rose Logo
Shopping 0.37 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Capoeira Gerais Logo
Active 0.58 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Studio 617 Logo
Active 0.69 miles 7 reviews 5/5 stars
Tohoku Judo Club Logo
Active 4.75 miles 7 reviews 5/5 stars
Naomi Rotstein Personal Training Logo
Active 0.85 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for South End, MA

Population Households Employment

South End has 16,473 households, with an average household size of 2. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in South End do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 33,555 people call South End home. The population density is 28,486.62 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

33,555

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

35.4

Median Age

49.36 / 50.64%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
16,473

Total Households

2

Average Household Size

$79,228.08

Average individual Income

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
Separated

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in South End, MA

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Primary Schools ()
Middle Schools ()
High Schools ()
Mixed Schools ()
The following schools are within or nearby South End. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Type
Name
Category
Grades
School rating
Blackstone
380 Shawmut Avenue, Boston, MA, 02118
PUBLIC
PreK - 5th
No rating available
Joseph J Hurley
70 Worcester Street, Boston, MA, 02118
PUBLIC
PreK - 8th
2/5
William McKinley
90 Warren Avenue, Boston, MA, 02116
PUBLIC
K - 12th
No rating available
Cathedral High School
74 Union Park St, Boston, MA, 02118
PRIVATE
7th - 12th
No rating available

Property Listings

For Sale
MLS® 73184263

$7,399,000

111 Pembroke St, Boston, MA 02118
5 Beds 5 Baths 5,398 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 73158103

$6,500,000

165 West Brookline Street, Boston, MA 02118
4 Beds 5 Baths 4,169 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 73172351

$6,299,000

380 Harrison Ave Unit: 14J, Boston, MA 02118
4 Beds 5 Baths 2,704 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 73184227

$6,295,000

9 Columbus Square, Boston, MA 02118
7 Beds 8 Baths 4,755 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 73093535

$5,995,000

156 W Brookline St, Boston, MA 02118
4 Beds 5 Baths 3,806 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 73185057

$5,875,000

210 West Springfield Street, Boston, MA 02118
7 Beds 9 Baths 4,570 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 73170431

$5,495,000

149 W Newton St, Boston, MA 02116
4 Beds 5 Baths 3,497 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 73164317

$5,149,000

31 Holyoke Street, Boston, MA 02116
5 Beds 6 Baths 4,036 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 73170397

$5,149,000

31 Holyoke Street, Boston, MA 02116
5 Beds 6 Baths 4,036 Sq.Ft.
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