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Safest Neighborhoods in Boston, MA

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    Thompson Square-Bunker Hill

    Charlestown, Boston’s oldest neighborhood, is a hub for community-centric living minutes away from downtown. The Thompson Square-Bunker Hill community is a large part of the area and offers Revolutionary-era attractions like the Bunker Hill Monument and Museum and the historic Warren Tavern. The streets echo the history of Boston and Charlestown,

    • Average Value

      $1.23M

    • List Price

      $494K - $3.1M

    • For Sale

      Homes For Sale

      28 Listings

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    Bellevue Hill

    Bellevue Hill is a residential enclave in West Roxbury that sits atop the highest point in Boston, which rises to an elevation of 330 feet. With a collection of historic homes, accessible commutes, reputable schools as well as many pockets of green space, Bellevue Hill is a distinct and desirable part of town. “Bellevue Hill has a suburban

    • Average Value

      $1.10M

    • List Price

      $680K - $1.8M

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      Homes For Sale

      2 Listings

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    West Roxbury

    With a unique history and a suburban feel despite being urban, Brook Farm is one of the most unique neighborhoods in the greater Boston area. Originally founded as a utopian society guided by transcendentalist principles, over two hundred years have passed—but the beauty of the area makes it easy to see why it was chosen as a utopia. “Some of the

    • Average Value

      $894K

    • List Price

      $414K - $2M

    • For Sale

      Homes For Sale

      16 Listings

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    Fenway

    Since 1912, one of Fenway's biggest attractions has been Fenway Park — a historic baseball stadium that brings the community together every season. "Fenway is a quintessential great Boston neighborhood to move to," says Lexi Crivon, a real estate consultant with Coldwell Banker Realty. "And if you're a sports fan, you'll really love it in the

    • Average Value

      $824K

    • List Price

      $378K - $7.4M

    • For Sale

      Homes For Sale

      44 Listings

    Fenway
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    Lower Mills

    Once home to the Baker Chocolate Company, Lower Mills has a sweet history and is where chocolate was first successfully produced in the country. Sitting right by the Neponset River, Lower Mills has a lively culinary and nightlife scene, convenient access to public transportation, and amenities such as public schools and parks. Residents enjoy a

    • Average Value

      $794K

    • List Price

      $368K - $1.1M

    • For Sale

      Homes For Sale

      5 Listings

    Lower Mills
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    Roslindale

    Roslindale, a residential village in Boston, maintains a true neighborhood feel while still offering access to big-city transportation and amenities. With its active calendar of events and several desirable parks, this is a place where people tend to stay. “Rozzie is a diverse community — it’s a mix of families with generations having lived in the

    • Average Value

      $774K

    • List Price

      $476K - $1.5M

    • For Sale

      Homes For Sale

      21 Listings

    Roslindale
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    Upper Washington-Spring Street

    Upper Washington-Spring Street is the kind of place where locals can grab a bite at the neighborhood center and then stroll to a nearby park to enjoy it. Residents make this recreation and relaxation routine, taking full advantage of this southern Boston suburb’s amenities. Upper Washington-Spring Street is a mostly self-sufficient community, so

    • Average Value

      $734K

    • List Price

      $325K - $1.8M

    • For Sale

      Homes For Sale

      21 Listings

    Upper Washington-Spring Street
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    Readville

    Nestled within Hyde Park, Boston’s southernmost neighborhood, Readville is an area filled with homes that can be obtained at relatively accessible price points. “The area has more of a residential setting compared to downtown Boston,” says Mary Ellen McDonough, a Realtor with Donahue Real Estate Co., who has been selling homes for over two

    • Average Value

      $706K

    • List Price

      $504K - $917K

    • For Sale

      Homes For Sale

      1 Listing

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    Hyde Park

    Hyde Park in Boston offers a blend of suburban tranquility and urban amenities, living up to its motto, “A Small Town in the City.” The neighborhood features a variety of home styles, from 1920s Cape Cod cottages and National-style homes in the north to larger Queen Anne, Second Empire, and Colonial Revival houses in the south. Most homes, despite

    • Average Value

      $669K

    • List Price

      $322K - $1.3M

    • For Sale

      Homes For Sale

      15 Listings

    Hyde Park
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    Commonwealth

    Stretching between Cleveland Circle and Packard’s Corner, Commonwealth is a lively area that connects Boston College to Boston University. In one of the most accessible neighborhoods in the city, locals enjoy direct access to T stations, lively restaurants and bars that dot Comm Ave (short for Commonwealth Avenue) and condominiums preferred by

    • Average Value

      $612K

    • List Price

      $340K - $1.8M

    • For Sale

      Homes For Sale

      19 Listings

    Commonwealth
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    West Codman Hill-West Lowe

    West Codman Hill-West Lowe is a Dorchester neighborhood that attracts those who want to live within Boston’s city limits without paying a premium price tag. “There’s a lot more employment potential in this area,” says Richard Phipps founder of CFS Realty and Management and Consumer Financial Services, who has sold numerous homes in the area. “Even

    • Average Value

      $714K

    • List Price

      $369K - $1.9M

    • For Sale

      Homes For Sale

      6 Listings

    West Codman Hill-West Lowe