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When moving to a new home, having a finished basement can be a real selling point. Of course, then you must decide what to do with the extra space. This can be especially difficult if you have multiple people with multiple different interests! You can always section off different areas and spaces for different activities, […]
Living in Boston means that you’re likely to have friends and family visiting from afar. Boston is a world-class city, and it’s a destination for tourists from all over the world. If you’ve only recently arrived, you might still be discovering your favorite local spots near your Boston apartment. But, when you’re called into service as a tour guide, you’ll want to […]
Some people live in small Boston apartments where a small bench also functions as the dining room table. If that’s your situation, and you are called upon to host Thanksgiving this year, it can be stressful. You’re not used to having a house full of people. However, even the smallest Boston apartment can be transformed […]
Have you considered living in Boston? If so, you’re certainly not alone. Nearly 685,000 people are currently living in Boston, and that’s not even counting the suburbs and surrounding areas. You may be curious about what it’s like to live in the city. The bottom line is that living in Boston is an incredible experience […]
Chowder is a staple in Boston, but the best spot is always a debate. Ask a handful of friends for their favorites, and you’re sure to get at least five different local restaurants. One thing is pretty consistent: New England Style creamy chowder, full of clams, potatoes and the briny flavor of the sea, is […]
Foodies in Boston, luckily, don’t have to spend hours over lunch or dress up for dinner. Options for grabbing a quick bite that’s healthy and budget-friendly are legendary. From unexpected twists on old favorites to dietary treats that include vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options, Boston foodies have every right to believe that this is heaven […]
It’s summertime – time to soak up the sun in the daytime and dance under the stars at night. Lucky for you, Boston has plenty of options when you’re ready to hit the town without being stuck inside. And what better way to take in the sights of Boston than from one of its amazing […]
Owning a home or renting an apartment can come with a lot of expenses that go beyond rent payments. If you own your own home, you will be responsible for the water bill. If you are renting, some landlords include hot water in the monthly rent charge, but many do not and it falls on […]
Being the local leader in real-time apartment data in Boston, we’ve looked at many different ways of assessing the overall health of the local rental market. Over the years we’ve analyzed and reported on numbers such as average rent prices, average time on market, price per square foot, vacancy rates, and more. Throughout years and years of analysis, […]
For us renters in Boston, we are all familiar with how difficult it can be to find a place nowadays. With the influx of new residents over the past few years, options have been sparse to say the least, and it doesn’t appear it will get any easier.