Category: Renters
Boston is one of the most vibrant and historic cities in America, with countless attractions to explore and sights to see. From world-class universities and innovation centers to cultural institutions and thriving nightlife, Boston has something for everyone. The city also boasts an impressive diversity of restaurants, museums, and natural beauty that make it a […]
Rental living offers numerous benefits and perks over owning a home, but the flexibility to personalize your Boston apartment isn’t one of them. Nothing beats the feeling of making a rented space your own. Just because you’re renting doesn’t mean you can’t make your apartment feel like home. Luckily, there are a few ways to […]
Thanksgiving is a time to gather your loved ones and be thankful for all you have, especially if you just moved into your new Boston apartment. If you moved into a small Boston apartment that you love, but fear might be tight on space, you may wonder whether you can host a successful thanksgiving. The […]
Some people are under the false impression that the property owner’s insurance also covers the tenants’ personal items. However, that is not the truth. Your landlord’s property insurance covers damage or destruction of the building, but it doesn’t cover your stuff, or your liability if a third party becomes injured in your Boston apartment. The […]
Medford is a great city with a short commute into Boston. It has something for everyone- great restaurants and shops, an extensive history, and plenty of green spaces. That’s why there’s a lot of demand and renters should start their apartment search early, long before they need to move into their new residence. On that […]
Boston apartment vacancy is extremely low at 0.43%, leaving renters with few options to choose from. On another front, interest rates to buy a home are extremely high right now after the Fed raised rates for the fourth time- and are expected to raise them for a fifth time soon. Mortgage rates are currently sitting […]
Over the past year, there has been a large increase in the average rental prices of Boston apartments. Rising inflation and a looming recession have worsened the affordability problem for renters and property owners alike- costs for property maintenance keep going up. There has been a 14.25% increase in the average rent of studio apartments […]
The current demand for apartments in Medford is at an all time high. The Real- Time Vacancy Rate (RTVR) and the Real-Time Availability Rate (RTAR) are 20- 30% below the pre-pandemic levels- meaning there’s just not enough inventory. This much demand in the Medford area is typical. Due to the lack of inventory, the average […]
Organizing your Boston apartment may seem like a difficult task, especially if you have put it off for too long. Perhaps you simply want to make the most out of the space that you have. Either way, organizing your Boston apartment can be overwhelming to say the least. The good news is that the process […]
The Boston rental market is incredibly tight at the moment. The COVID 19 pandemic caused a lot of construction delays, adding further strain to a market with already limited supply and extremely high demand. The Real Time Vacancy Rate for the city of Boston is 0.42%– meaning 99.38% of Boston apartments are currently occupied. In […]