Neighborhoods near Columbia Point (Boston, Milton: real estate, apartments, rentals)

[mikamouth]

Wife may be getting a new job at the JFK Library - what's housing like in that area? We have no kids, and probably looking at a combined income of $200K. Thanks!

[495neighbor]

I'd look in Milton, lovely town with period houses, parks and a few mini-downtowns with some decent restaurants and bars, very friendly to newcomers and overall low crime.

There is a trolly that connects directly to the red line in town.

[goyguy]

Most of the surrounding area (South Boston and Dorchester) has been in an ongoing rebound from the social disintegration that occurred in the 1970's and '80s. Although - particularly between Savin Hill and Columbia Rd - there are still some houses and "3-deckas" in shabby condition, much renovating (not to mention new construction) has gone on. And by now the gentrification of "Southie" is probably news to no one.

A lot depends on whether the intent is to rent or to own, and what type of home is most desired. Quite a few fully made-over Victorian houses can be had for around half a mil in sections like Jones Hill, Melville Park, and Ashmont. Areas such as Codman Hill and Lower Mills are well supplied with sturdy Colonial-style dwellings from the 1930's to '50s. South Boston contains everything from brick or wooden row houses to 21st-Century "LEED Certified" loft condos, but you'd be hard pressed to find a property with a yard there.

In short, a lot more details are needed before we C-D'ers can offer briefer and more straightforward answers.

[mikamouth]

Thanks to both of you, 495neighbor and goyguy. Still in the preliminary stage of research. I know Boston housing can be pretty pricey - we'd probably prefer a house or condo over renting, though - which is what we've done in the past. Have lived in NYC for more than 20 years, currently in Huntington, West Virginia in a condo. Just kind of getting a feel for neighborhoods, transportation, etc. Thought I'd start where her job is going to be and work outward in my research. I'm a cyclist, so throw that in the mix, too.

[BitofEndearment]

I'm aiding gentrification with this suggestion, but why not Southie? There condo mark is on turbo right now and it's a great neighborhood, close to downtown but removed, close to Columbia Point and easily accessible by subway, car, or bike (Dorchester waterfront is great for bicycling, running, etc.).

Check out these websites:
Walk Score Boston: Boston Apartments for Rent and Boston Rentals - Walk Score
Curbed Boston: Curbed Boston : The Boston Neighborhoods and Real Estate Blog

[mikamouth]

Originally Posted by BitofEndearment

I'm aiding gentrification with this suggestion, but why not Southie? There condo mark is on turbo right now and it's a great neighborhood, close to downtown but removed, close to Columbia Point and easily accessible by subway, car, or bike (Dorchester waterfront is great for bicycling, running, etc.).

Check out these websites:
Walk Score Boston: Boston Apartments for Rent and Boston Rentals - Walk Score
Curbed Boston: Curbed Boston : The Boston Neighborhoods and Real Estate Blog

Hey, thanks!