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Boston, MA
Boston · Suffolk County · MA 02118
Updated June 21, 2026 · Would You Live There?
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Verdict
$1.0M
Median Price
65/100
Walk Score
7.5/10
Schools
7 min
to Boston, MA
Score Breakdown
FAffordability
15/100
D+Safety
55/100
BSchools
75/100
D+Quietness
50/100
ACommute
100/100
CWalkability
65/100
WYLT Score60/100
Our Take
Boston’s 02118 area offers great transit and bike options and solid schools, but the high cost of housing and living pressure makes it a tough fit for most people with median incomes. It’s lively and convenient, yet pricey and noisy for long‑term residency.
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The Good
- ✓Excellent public transit and bike lanes
- ✓High‑rated local schools
- ✓Vibrant dining and nightlife
- ✓Short commute to downtown Boston
Real Talk
- !Housing prices far exceed median household income
- !Parking and traffic congestion can be frustrating
- !Neighborhood noise levels are high, especially near streets
- !Property taxes are among the highest in the region
- $High property taxes
- $Older buildings require costly maintenance
- $Utility and grocery costs are elevated in this urban area
Best For
Young professionalsStudentsFood enthusiastsBicycle commuters
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Boston, MA
D+
Safety grade
Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
5% higher than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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