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The Champlain Mill is the historic cornerstone of the Winooski Falls - Vermont's downtown neighborhood. An award-winning redevelop, Winooski Falls is based on the forward thinking principles of smart growth.
Winooski Falls is Vermont's downtown neighborhood. An award-winning Winooski Falls redevelopment is based on the forward-thinking principles of "smart growth". Smart growth calls for walkable, mixed-use neighborhoods with a lively street life and a strong sense of place.
The revitalized Winooski downtown has been transformed back into a traditional streetscape, with wide, red-brick sidewalks, window awnings and canopies, and trees growing through elegant cast-iron grates. Homes and offices are intermingled with small shops, busy restaurants, and cafés serving coffee and fresh pastries.
All essential goods and services will be located within walking distance of every residence and office. Excellent public transit will connect Winooski Falls with nearby Burlington.
Winooski Falls will also include parks and public squares, as well as a Riverwalk along the Winooski River. These areas host outdoor events of all kinds, from concerts to farmers' markets.
An attractive range of rental housing choices and opportunities in a mix of one, two, and three-bedroom apartments. Keen's Crossing offers the convenience of nearby shops and services and easy access to bus routes, a pedestrian-friendly riverwalk, bike trails, and over 100 acres of preserved open space. Keen's Crossing creates ideal living for young professionals, empty nesters, or anyone seeking a friendly, walkable city neighborhood to call home.
With over 13 distinctive floor plans and spectacular view of the Winooski River, the Cascades are a once-in-a-lifetime homeownership opportunity. These extraordinary condominiums combine the convenience of a walkable downtown with luxury amenities and unrivaled riverfront living.
College and university students can live in some of the most stylish housing in greater Burlington. Each suite at Spinner Place offers unique floor plan designs with private bedrooms and high-speed internet connectivity. Convenient and frequent shuttles take students up to Champlain College or UVM, just a couple of Ipod tracks away. Street level shops offer a variety of cafés, eateries, and services.