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What are the best places to live in Boston?

I’ve always wanted to move to Massachusetts, and I think this year I’ll make it happen! What are the best places to live in Boston, MA?

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Tiffany Leung · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Massachusetts
is beautiful!
Some of the best places to live in
Boston
include Fenway and Kenmore, Brighton and Allston, and Beacon Hill and West End. While these are some of the top-ranked neighborhoods in Boston, they’re only a starting point for your research.
After all, the best place for you will depend on your lifestyle. Keep the following in mind to narrow down your options:
  • Commute time: Are you willing to spend more time getting to work? If not, you’ll want to live somewhere with less congestion and closer to your workplace.
  • Transportation: If you don’t plan to drive often, a neighborhood with good access to public transit will be important.
  • Lifestyle and neighborhood vibes: A major factor determining where you live will be your lifestyle! Living in a suburb is slower-paced but won’t necessarily sacrifice the convenience of city access.
  • Cost of housing: Do you need to stay within a budget for real estate? If you do, looking up the average housing price will help you narrow down your choices.
  • Activities: Pick a neighborhood that can support your hobbies and interests! If you love nature, look for places that have an abundance of trails to explore.
  • Crime rate: This will have a great impact on your safety, as well as home and auto insurance rates.
Depending on the neighborhood you choose, your home insurance rates will vary. If you want to save money on home, renters, or car insurance, the
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