What neighborhood is Manning St. in Medford? (Boston, Winthrop: renting, safe area)

[RescueAPet]

In what Medford neighborhood is Manning St.? Is it considered Medford vs West or South Medford, etc.? My daughter will be attending Tufts Occupational Therapy graduate school and will be renting a room on Manning St. We are from the Central coast/Monterey Bay of California. This will be her first time living on the East coast. She will not have a car. I'm encouraging her to buy a cheap bike to get around Medford, especially for grocery shopping.

Anyway, I hope she chose a safe area for someone who will be doing a lot of walking and bus-taking. She's anxious to experience the seasons and the vibe of Boston and surroundings.

Thank you for any insight or advice you might have!

[Woodchucker]

Medford neighborhoods don't necessarily have official borders, but I would say that is Medford Hillside. I suppose it could also be considered South Medford, depending on where you draw the line.

Regardless of what you call it, it's a safe area and close to Medford Square (the downtown area of Medford just across the Mystic River) and Tufts.

It's a great area to have a bike. She could easily get to other areas like West Medford, Teele Sq, Davis Sq, etc. Although it is hilly in places! A number of bus routes run nearby too (94, 95, 96, 101, 134, 326)

[professeurpablo]

I second what the previous poster said. I would tend to lump that area in with Medford Square before I'd call it Medford Hillside, which I tend to think of as being closer to Boston Ave and lower Winthrop Street. In any event, that's a nice and convenient area, and with any common sense, it is quite safe. Your daughter should have no issues.

[Shizim]

its safe. I wouldn't consider it hillside however. its just outside the sq.

[charolastra00]

I live very, very closeby and its a lovely area. While I do have a car and find it useful, I've had roommates who did not and did fine. There are tons of buses within a 10 minute walk and there is a Whole Foods less than a mile away. For basic staples, there is a Tedeschi's very close as well.

Its a very safe area. I'm a 26 year old woman who has lived here for 2 years and not had any problems. The neighborhood is a mix of young professionals/grad students and older families who have been here for a long time. I really like living here!

[RescueAPet]

Thanks to all of you who so graciously replied with such positive comments! It's nice to get the lay of the land from those who live there! I know once she acclimates herself to the area and meets people who can give her even more tips, I'm sure she'll do great! Once again, thank you!