The 4 Best Boston Communities for Growing Families
Boston has been attracting families for generations. The city has a strong cultural identity second to none, a thriving economy and strong links to a historic heritage.
The greater Boston area’s emphasis on the family and great job prospects have made it an extremely popular choice for young working professionals, along with their families. While some sections of the city of Boston have become well-known for a boisterous student population (attending one of the area’s many schools), it also has its share of more sedate corners, ideal for the growing family.
Join us as we explore the four best Boston communities for your growing family!
Charlestown
The Charlestown neighborhood is one of the city's most established areas and also enjoys a fantastic location, just across the Charles River north of Downtown Boston.
The Boston neighborhood’s big draw is naturally its close proximity to the city’s core - working professionals love it for an easy commute. Charlestown also has a low median home price compared to much of Boston. While the available real estate tends to be condos and townhomes, like much of central Boston, the properties here tend to come with more square footage.
Ideal for families, Charlestown has lot to offer including museums, kid-friendly parks along the riverbank, not to mention some of the top schools in Boston.
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South Boston
South Boston, or "Southie" as its known locally, is a thriving, urban neighborhood which also happens to be surprisingly family friendly. It just might be the perfect solution for parents that aren't quite ready for the "burbs".
The real estate here is incredible diverse. This popular Boston neighborhood is well-known for the iconic rowhouses from the turn-of-the-century, but there are also a good selection of brand-new condo and townhome deveolpments on the west side of the community. The Fort Channel District is also home to a number of funky and modern condos and lofts, not to mention a number of museum's including the Children's museum.
For days out with the kids, South Boston contains a wealth of city parks and great public beaches. Notably, Castle Island, once the site of an old Military Fort, is now well-known as great place for a picnic or play date.
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South End
Boston’s South End is close to downtown, and the numerous bus and subway lines heading further downtown make the morning commute a breeze.
This premier neighborhood has become increasingly popular for young working professionals and their families. The Southwest Corridor Park is a wonderful hangout for families. The large green space features wide trails that are ideal for anything from stollers to roller blades. The South End also boasts a large, thriving commercial hub, fantastic for shopping.
In terms of South End real estate, shaded side streets off the main thoroughfares feature a wonderful selection of properties, from affordable condos and townhomes to larger, single-family homes.
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Newton
Newton is actually a Boston suburb, located just west of the city - just a stone’s throw away. Made up of 13 distinct villages each with a character all their own, the community provides a safe, calm environment to raise a family.
Of course highly sought after properties are valued higher - they are well-worth the price tag. The community is among the fastest growing of Boston’s suburbs and is very family focused. There are numerous well-maintained parks and trails just waiting to be explored by your family.
Newton has also become renowned for its fantastic and top-rated schools - their award-winning athletics program is among the top in the country!
