Housing and Real Estate in Boston, Massachusetts

Boston is expensive, especially housing. Expect to spend 2500 to 3000 dollars a month for a good apartment in a nice area. Public transport is good, you usually can get by without a car. The winters are very cold. The summers are very hot.

While Boston appears to be a liberal haven to outsiders, many of its residents’ views regarding housing and transportation are actually quite conservative. The population of the city has grown significantly over the past few years, but the supply of available housing has not kept pace with this growth. As a result, housing costs in Boston for both renters and home buyers are some of the highest in the country. A significant number of renters in Boston are severely rent-burdened, meaning that they spend more than 50% of their income on housing costs. Additionally, state funding of the public transportation system has not covered necessary maintenance of vehicles and infrastructure, but many so-called liberal residents continue to oppose raising the gas tax to fund public transit infrastructure.

The coastal city of Boston has a rich history. You’ll see many statues, monuments and brick homes that are still standing from the 1600s. There is great seafood in Boston, too. I recommend the lobster rolls and clam chowder. Housing is fairly expensive, though, so do your research before making any big decisions.