South Boston/ Broadway
South Boston/ Broadway
Contact Information
T: (617) 739-5452
Broadway Street, South Boston, MA 02127
Property Information
Broadway is a commercial property in South Boston. The historic 1920 property is centrally located, just a ten-minute walk to the Broadway Red Line T-Stop and a five-minute taxi ride to the downtown area or the airport. In addition, the location is among several popular restaurants and shops on West Broadway, including the famous Lincoln Tavern. Nearby schools include Saint Peter Academy, Laboure Child Care Center and James Condon Elementary School. The property is near Thomas Park, Flaherty Park and Rolling Bridge Park. It is located in a bike-friendly area with bike lanes and bike sharing available from Hubway.
Because of its ideal location, JP Licks, home of Boston’s best homemade ice cream, frozen yogurt, and fresh-roasted coffee has moved into the space. The homemade ice cream cafe has been trying to enter the dynamic South Boston retail environment and expects to open its doors soon. Upon opening its doors at West Broadway, JP Licks will have fourteen operating cafes in the Greater Boston area.
Neighborhood
Once a predominantly Irish Catholic community, in recent years South Boston has become increasingly desirable among young professionals and families who are attracted to the neighborhood’s strong sense of community and quick access to downtown and public transportation.
People from all over the city enjoy taking a stroll around Castle Island, a Revolutionary War-era fort and 22-acre park that is connected to the mainland. “Southie Pride” is on full display in March when city residents flock to the neighborhood to enjoy the annual South Boston St. Patrick’s Day Parade.
Today the breathtaking South Boston Waterfront is emerging as Boston’s newest neighborhood. Already home to the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center planned development for the Waterfront includes residential, office, retail, and hotel use.
South Boston is pedestrian, biker and public transit friendly area with a variety of options to get around without a car.
