Beachmont, Massachusetts
Encyclopedia
Beachmont is a relatively insular community within Revere, Massachusetts
and is referred to as the Capital of the city by locals. This Boston
area neighborhood is diverse with some charming turn-of-the-century homes overlooking the Atlantic Ocean
. East Boston and Winthrop
border Beachmont on the South.
. The Beachmont Yacht Club docks boats on the marsh's main creek. Across the MBTA's Blue Line, Suffolk Downs
straddles East Boston and Beachmont.
(12 minute access to downtown Boston). Logan Airport is a 10 minute car or subway ride away. Routes 1 and 1A are both within a 5 minute drive. The beach is right around the corner.
Beachmont Station
on the MBTA's Blue Line connects Beachmont to Boston, Massachusetts on the inbound track and Revere Beach
on the outbound track. The T also runs the 119 bus through the neighborhood and the other parts of Revere.
Revere, Massachusetts
Revere is a city in Suffolk County, Massachusetts, United States, and located approximately from downtown Boston. It is named after the American patriot Paul Revere. As of the 2010 census, the city population was 51,755.- History :...
and is referred to as the Capital of the city by locals. This Boston
Boston
Boston is the capital of and largest city in Massachusetts, and is one of the oldest cities in the United States. The largest city in New England, Boston is regarded as the unofficial "Capital of New England" for its economic and cultural impact on the entire New England region. The city proper had...
area neighborhood is diverse with some charming turn-of-the-century homes overlooking the Atlantic Ocean
Atlantic Ocean
The Atlantic Ocean is the second-largest of the world's oceanic divisions. With a total area of about , it covers approximately 20% of the Earth's surface and about 26% of its water surface area...
. East Boston and Winthrop
Winthrop
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border Beachmont on the South.
Attractions
Beachmont Corner has several convenience and package stores, various local fast food restaurants, an Italian bakery, a Spanish foods store and a Halal market. Along the Atlantic, Rocky Beach and Short Beach attract residents looking to escape the summer heat. The Belle Isle Marsh Reservation is adjacent to the Beachmont School and runs to Short Beach. Guided walks show off the local wildlife of Boston's last remaining salt marshSalt marsh
A salt marsh is an environment in the upper coastal intertidal zone between land and salt water or brackish water, it is dominated by dense stands of halophytic plants such as herbs, grasses, or low shrubs. These plants are terrestrial in origin and are essential to the stability of the salt marsh...
. The Beachmont Yacht Club docks boats on the marsh's main creek. Across the MBTA's Blue Line, Suffolk Downs
Suffolk Downs
Suffolk Downs, a thoroughbred race track in East Boston, Massachusetts, United States opened in 1935. Famous horses that have raced at this track include Seabiscuit, Whirlaway, Funny Cide and Cigar. The MassCap is held there, as well at the annual Hot Dog Safari...
straddles East Boston and Beachmont.
Transit
Beachmont has convenient access to just about all major modes of transportation. Most homes are within walking distance of the MBTA's Blue LineBlue Line (MBTA)
The Blue Line is one of four subway lines of the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority serving Downtown, East Boston and the North Shore. It runs from northeast to southwest, extending from Wonderland station in Revere, Massachusetts to Bowdoin station near Beacon Hill in Boston...
(12 minute access to downtown Boston). Logan Airport is a 10 minute car or subway ride away. Routes 1 and 1A are both within a 5 minute drive. The beach is right around the corner.
Beachmont Station
Beachmont (MBTA station)
Beachmont is an above-ground rapid-transit station located on the MBTA Blue Line. This station serves the Beachmont neighborhood of Revere, Massachusetts.The station was closed for approximately one year starting on June 25, 1994, as the station was rebuilt...
on the MBTA's Blue Line connects Beachmont to Boston, Massachusetts on the inbound track and Revere Beach
Revere Beach
Revere Beach is a public beach in Revere, Massachusetts. Located about 4 miles north of downtown Boston, the beach, founded in 1895, is the first public beach in the country. In the past, it was known as the Coney Island of New England...
on the outbound track. The T also runs the 119 bus through the neighborhood and the other parts of Revere.