Moving to Boston - Where to live? (Newton, Malden: apartment, renters)

[DreamworksSKG]

You might look in Winchester, its a great town, close to everything, Commuter rail access into the city, or quick 15 min drive to Alewife or Oak Grove "T" stations.

Arlington is a nice town as well with shops, a bike trail, public transit, etc. (busses and Alewife Red Line is nearby)(busses connect to the station or Davis Square)

Davis/Teele Square area would be good too as well as Medford Tufts University area (Near Davis Square)

Wakefield is a nice community as well with a cool lake to walk around
or bike around
a Forest reservation in town (Breakheart, with trails, jogging paths, a public swimming hole on a lake).

There are bus lines to Oak Grove that run regularly. or you could drive to Oak Grove and park
take the orange line in

So I would say Wakefield, Winchester, Davis Square/Teele Square , Medford/Davis Sq Area, and Arlington would be ones to look into

South of Town I would say check out Quincy, Hingham, Newton, Norwood, Needham
maybe Brookline too though Brookline is pricy

[maggiekate]

Quincy would work, but maybe as one poster did say JP for an easy trip into Boston. One place,
maybe you might wish to check out is Mission Hill, near the Mission Church, for easy access into
Boston. I have not been there for a long time, but, I heard now, it is not too bad. I never did not feel unsafe there either. Also Arlington is a real quiet safe place. Narrow your wish list down, when you pick the school. You can also check out real estate in the Boston Globe online! You also could place
an ad in the Boston Globe, asking for what you need! Then, when you visit you may have a better idea. In Rossie, JP, Mission Hill, there are many older
people, who rent out apartments, and cats are no problem! South Boston, may be somewhat costly, but check it out!

[Serenity141]

The closest T to New England Law would be the Orange Line. Still, it's a good hike to the T. There isn't a stop right at that school. In your price range it would be challenging to find a place with parking included in the city of Boston. You might do better to try the suburbs that are on the T. Of course the easiest commute on the T is when you don't have to switch lines. My vote would be for Oak Grove at the end of the north side of the Orange Line. You always get a seat on the train no matter what time you're commuting and there are affordable options in that area. There is a really nice new complex that's a 5 minute walk to Oak Grove T station, but it's kind of pricey.
OAK GROVE VILLAGE - Boston's newest apartment community on the MBTA Orange Line in Melrose. However, there are plenty of other options for less money. I'd definetely look on boston craigslist and search for Oak Grove. It's not the name of a town, it's more of a section of Malden and the T station is called Oak Grove too. Here's is an example listed now of a pet-friendly place under $1500 on craigslist: newly renovated, great location. GOOD LUCK!

[holden125]

Originally Posted by Serenity141

The closest T to New England Law would be the Orange Line. Still, it's a good hike to the T. There isn't a stop right at that school.

It's quite close. Chinatown and NE Medical stops are about 2 blocks from the school. The Boylston and Arlington stops on the Green Line are also within a couple of blocks, though it will be harder to find suitable housing along the Green Line.

[Dizy]

The best places to go are either Cambridge or Malden. Iv'e lived in both places for long periods and they're the safes best educated and cleanest places you'll find close to the city. You'll have to look around but if your persistent you'll find something good.

[DreamworksSKG]

Hey Winchester is like 1 or 2 towns over from Cambridge-Malden and in my opinion much nicer and cleaner. No offense, Winchester by far has one of the best school systems in town. I might also suggest Medford-Arlington-Stoneham-Wakefield

[DreamworksSKG]

Might I suggest,

Davis Square
Hip area.
college town lifestyle
lots of transit nearby
bus-subway

Arlington
Kendall Square Cambridge
Harvard Square/Central Square-Cambridge
Quincy-Woolaston Beach area

Wakefield is right next to 128-93 and has a nice downtown area, with walking-biking trials nearby - Middlesex Fells, Breakheart Reservation
a Pond (Lake Quannapowitt) you can walk-rollerblade, bike around.
small-town atmosphere.

Winchester would be another option
good small town atmosphere
with 2 commuter raill stops in town
Middlesex fells right next door, hiking, mountain biking, dog-walking etc.
convenient access to 93-128

Arlington would be a decent town with lots of Bus Service, Alewife T Station nearby, (Red Line)
and route 2 access to 128...
and back road access to 93
Has a bike path that goes 10 miles each way (20 miles RT)
for rollerblading jogging.
Small town atmosphere
Has a neat old fashioned theater as well with cheaper theater prices
(Capitol theater)

If you don't mind commuter rail only.

Salem-Beverly
Gloucester-Rockport (Cape Ann)

Dedham
Norwood

Waltham
has a good downtown with services
and convenient bus-rail transit
close to 128 and mass pike.

Woburn-Wilmington Area would be good as well with commuter access
Burlington and Woburn malls nearby, and businesses servics downtown
busses and commuter rail
local hotels nearby for when guests come
movie theater (Showcase cinema) in Woburn
Middlesex Fells within driving distance

[kathi D.]

My daughter is going to be doing a residency at Beth Israel Hospital starting in July. She will be a single mom the end of October, so she needs a safe place she can afford near the hospital. Is Jamaiica Plains OK. I know Brookline is nice but pricey.

[IrishLad71]

Like any neighborhood, there are some nice areas of JP and some not-so-nice.
I live in JP and love it. There are some really nice areas near the Stony Brook T stop. I'm actually considering that area to purchase a home. Of course anything pond side is going to be nice (but pricey).

I think the streets opposite the Forest Hills T are nice (Tower St. & Woodlawn St.).

I have friends who live off South Street and really like it too. The Arboretum side -- between Arborway/Jamaicaway and Centre Street is quite nice - St. Rose St. and Jamaica St. (a little crowded, but great sense of community). Also have friends on the opposite side of Centre - McBride St, Hall St, and Boynton Streets -- Area between Green Street T and Centre St. -- they really enjoy living there.



Hope this helps.

[DreamworksSKG]

I think Winchester would be perfect for you
two commuter train stops in town
Middlesex Fells Reservation with hiking biking trails in your backyard
also bike path by Mystic Lakes
Lots of community organizations and clubs to join
an Indoor Lawn and Tennis Center
ENKA Fair every year in MAY
Town Day every June with jazz band concert and fireworks
summer concerts on the town common
movie nights on the common
a quaint new england town center with indipendent bookstore, ice cream shop, chiense restaurant, boutiques, and more

Grocery store right in town
Stop and Shop

Post office in center
with a drop off drive up mailbox

D'agastino's Sandwich Shop
Joe's Main St Pizza
Bill and Bobs roast beef
Bickfords in Woburn on Montvale Ave.
Burger King
Wendys (montvale ave)
Andrea's Pizza (awesome)
Gingerbread construction co. (Awesome muffins)
La Patisserie - French Bkery-pastry shop
Swanton St. Diner - Lunch -Dinner spot
Frannie's breakfast and lunch - (Good breakfast spot)

PETCO nearby in Woburn and other pet services in the area.


Gas: Hess station
Gulf Station (cheap ones)
Global up the street in Woburn

Horn Pond for fishing/walking/jogging meeting new neighbors just across the town line in Woburn

Good Schools

Busy Service areas of Burlington-Woburn only minutes away 15-20 min drive back roads

Hotels in the area if you have guests and dont want people to stay at the house

---easy access via commuter rail - 20 min into Boston
2 stops in town Wedgemere and Winchester Center

and easy access to Route 93 and 128

Central location to Boston

close to Logan express bus to the airport in Woburn
---

bus route 134 to Wellington Station (Orange Line)

bike path through town and a planned bike path in planning (tri Community bikeway)

Winchester is a great place. I love it here.

Hope you will too

-jeff--
Winchester, MA