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2023 Best Places to Live in the Boston Area

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  1. #2 Best Places to Live in Boston Area.

    Brookline

    Suburb of Boston, MA,

    141 Niche users give it an average review of 4.1 stars.

    Featured Review: Current Resident says Brookline's public transportation is excellent, and restaurants and businesses are everywhere in the historic districts, making shopping and dining an overall experience. LIVING in Brookline is a little bit more difficult though, as all parking is reserved for shoppers and visitors, so if you plan on being a resident here, plan on renting a separate home for your...You're a stones-throw from most activities though, and it may be more advantageous for those who can to avoid having a car all together. The only other downside to living in Brookline is the cost of...Living here has been a great experience so far, just a little strapping on the wallet..

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    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Population: 62,620,

  2. #6 Best Places to Live in Boston Area.

    East Cambridge

    Neighborhood in Cambridge, MA,

    6 Niche users give it an average review of 4.7 stars.

    Featured Review: Current Resident says East Cambridge is a highly walkable low-rise neighborhood. Taller buildings can be found closer to the Cambridgeside Galleria and east of the new Lechmere (about a 5 min ride to North Station)....

    Read 6 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Population: 8,404,

  3. #11 Best Places to Live in Boston Area.

    Agassiz

    Neighborhood in Cambridge, MA,

    3 Niche users give it an average review of 4.3 stars.

    Featured Review: Current Resident says Baldwin (previously Agassiz) is nestled in an easily overlooked corner of Cambridge which is both incredibly conveniently located for night life, shops, transportation, and universities; and quietly....

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    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Population: 8,232,

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