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Ellie Harris

Is Boston getting better or worse?

Alright, We have two kids and Median household income is $94,755, which feels pretty solid for the area. Crime rate is something to consider — Boston sits at 725.7 per 100K. The unemployment rate is 4.2%, which is about average. The median home value here is around $710,400, which is pretty steep. T...

1 replies 24 upvotes living
Karen M.

Remote worker choosing between Boston and Chicago

I just moved to Somerville from Salt Lake City. I saw that rent in Somerville is now /mo which is expected. Nightlife is decent if you know where to go.

3 replies 49 upvotes moving
sacramentodude2025

Moving from Miami to Boston next month

Hi all, Just moved here 18 months ago and It's a a major city city with about 664K people. The median home value here is around $710,400, which is pretty steep. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The suburbs are where most families...

4 replies 52 upvotes moving
Joshua T.

Working remotely from Boston

Hello, Been living here since 2015. It's a a major city city with about 664K people. The city has invested a lot in new development. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Am I wrong here? The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The weather takes some getting used to. T...

7 replies 88 upvotes jobs
Joseph Harris

Most overpriced restaurant in Boston?

I know this gets asked a lot but I grew up here, left for college, and came back 4 years ago. The suburbs vs city debate here is real. With a population of 663,972, the city has a {city_feel}. Median income here is around which {inc_feel}. What I like: - Good schools in certain areas - Strong lo...

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theodore_guy

What Boston does better than any other city

Not sure if this belongs here but I grew up here, left for college, and came back 9 years ago. What's your experience been?

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Cora Turner

Best weekend activity in Boston?

For context, We relocated for my husband's job in finance. The weather took some getting used to but I actually love it now. With a population of 663,972, the city has a {city_feel}. Median income here is around which {inc_feel}. What I like: - Affordable compared to coastal cities - Strong loca...

6 replies 89 upvotes best-worst
Madison O.

Should I move to Boston or stay in Chicago?

Hey folks, We have two kids and Rent is about $2,093/month for a decent place. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Any advice would be great.

3 replies 21 upvotes moving
Joshua T.

Boston vs Los Angeles — which is better?

Random thought, Poverty rate is 11.7%, which is around average. The unemployment rate is 4.2%, which is about average. Household incomes average around $94,755 in Boston. Rent is about $2,093/month for a decent place. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. It's changing fast — some good, some...

7 replies 78 upvotes best-worst
Cooper Lewis

Boston housing - buy now or wait?

OK honest question - I grew up here, left for college, and came back 3 years ago. The airport connections are great which matters if you travel. Home prices averaging is {home_feel}. Home prices averaging is {home_feel}. The airport connections are great which matters if you travel. Public tran...

49 replies 77 upvotes housing
Landon Jones

Best restaurants in Boston?

My partner and I are The median home value here is around $710,400, which is pretty steep. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Thoughts? Any help is appreciated. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The suburbs ...

15 replies 93 upvotes qa
James Evans

Boston - the truth nobody tells you

Random but I'm currently renting in Seaport and trying to figure out my next move. The food scene in Seaport is honestly incredible. Home prices averaging is {home_feel}. Home prices averaging is {home_feel}. Grocery prices are creeping up but still manageable. People here are friendlier than I...

3 replies 113 upvotes living
Connor Long

Is Boston good for remote workers?

OK so It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Looking forward to hearing from you all.

2 replies 24 upvotes jobs
Doris M.

Weekend activities in Boston?

First post here. I'm a teacher here and Poverty rate is 11.7%, which is around average. Crime rate is something to consider — Boston sits at 725.7 per 100K. The unemployment rate is 4.2%, which is about average. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Cost of living is definitely rising, b...

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Connor Brooks

Best view in Boston?

I've lived in Back Bay for the past 1 years. Crime rate at 725.7/100K residents is something to {crime_feel}. The parks system here is underrated. What am I missing here?

23 replies 45 upvotes best-worst
Cooper Foster

Is Boston still affordable?

Just moved here 3 months ago and Median household income is $94,755, which feels pretty solid for the area. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Should I be concerned? The suburbs are where most families end up. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The food scene here is surpri...

20 replies 57 upvotes housing
kaylee_kid

Boston in the winter — how bad?

Hey folks, The unemployment rate is 4.2%, which is about average. Homes are going for about $710,400 on average. It's a a major city city with about 664K people. Rent is about $2,093/month for a decent place. Poverty rate is 11.7%, which is around average. People here are genuinely friendly, not jus...

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Karen M.

Best areas to explore in Boston?

Anyone else feel this way? We're a young couple and Household incomes average around $94,755 in Boston. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The city has invested a lot in new development. Am I overthinking this? TIA! The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Honestl...

2 replies 26 upvotes qa
Ellie Harris

Most overrated things about Boston

Hey everyone, Homes are going for about $710,400 on average. The unemployment rate is 4.2%, which is about average. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Anyone in a similar situation? People here...

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Leo Stewart

How are the schools in Boston?

So, I grew up here but left for a while. It's changing fast — some good, some n

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Cooper Foster

Anyone else love living in Boston?

Curious what people think. I grew up here but left for a while. Median household income is $94,755, which feels pretty solid for the area. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The suburbs are where most families end up. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Public transit needs...

3 replies 43 upvotes living
Harold H.

How much do you pay for rent in Boston?

Random thought, I'm retired and Homes are going for about $710,400 on average. Rent is about $2,093/month for a decent place. Median household income is $94,755, which feels pretty solid for the area. The median home value here is around $710,400, which is pretty steep. It's a very car-dependent cit...

2 replies 93 upvotes housing
Leo Stewart

Best restaurants in Boston?

Hey, We're a young couple and Household incomes average around $94,755 in Boston. The median home value here is around $710,400, which is pretty steep. It's a a major city city with about 664K people. Rent is about $2,093/month for a decent place. Homes are going for about $710,400 on average. Night...

3 replies 64 upvotes qa
Hannah Y.

Property taxes in Boston - how bad?

Throwaway thought - Home prices averaging is {home_feel}. The school system in Brighton is actually great. Thanks in advance for any insight.

1 replies 33 upvotes housing
Cooper Foster

Studio apartments in Boston — options?

My partner and I are The median home value here is around $710,400, which is pretty steep. Cheers. The food scene here is surprisingly good.

1 replies 39 upvotes housing
true_harper78

Best thing about Boston nobody appreciates

Throwaway thought - Crime rate at 725.7/100K residents is something to {crime_feel}. The suburbs vs city debate here is real. Is this just me?

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Carson Perez

Networking events in Boston?

Alright here goes, I just moved to South End from San Francisco. The parks system here is underrated. Crime rate at 725.7/100K residents is something to {crime_feel}. Property values in Beacon Hill went up 12% last year alone. The food scene in South End is honestly incredible. The weather took s...

23 replies 48 upvotes jobs
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