Neighborhoods & Towns
Learn about some of the neighborhoods that we serve and let Metro Realty Corp help you find your perfect home, condo, or apartment. Read summaries of each neighborhood here and click on the links to see more detailed information, view listings, and start your home, condo, or apartment search today! Also be sure to see our exclusive rental listings here.
Boston
The capital of Massachusetts and unofficial “Capital of New England,” Boston is the largest city in the state as well as one of oldest cities in the country. Home to 7.6 million people among its 21 official neighborhoods and the “Greater metro” region, the city is rich in both culture and history. Boston is known for its eclectic blend of old and new architecture, with buildings ranging from 18th century brick-front churches to soaring high-rises that have only been assembled in the past 10 years.
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Boston Neighborhoods
Allston
One of Boston’s most vibrant neighborhoods, Allston, Massachusetts is known primarily for its young student and professional population due to its proximity to many colleges and universities as well as the downtown Boston area.
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Back Bay
Back Bay is home to many significant Boston landmarks as well as some of the most highly desired real estate in Boston! Homes typically contain high ceilings, beautiful detailing, moldings, and gorgeous hardwood floors that occasionally are from their originally construction more than a 100 years ago!
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Beacon Hill
Beacon Hill’s quaint, gas-lit, cobblestone streets provide one of the most gorgeous settings to call home anywhere in Boston. Beautiful brick row houses connected by historic brick sidewalks set this Beacon Hill apart as one of Boston’s oldest neighborhoods.
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Boston Seaport and Waterfront
Located along the Boston Harbor, the Seaport District and Waterfront area is one of Boston’s most-sought after neighborhoods for those looking to purchase a home with a beautiful city and water view.
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Boston College
Boston College is located in Chestnut Hill, an affluent neighborhood in the bustling suburban city of Newton that’s approximately seven miles from downtown Boston. This area offers both urban sophistication and suburban comfort for anyone on the hunt to rent an apartment next to the Boston College campus or live close to the city. It also is home to the beautiful scenery of the Chestnut Hill Reservation’s meadowlands; perfect for anyone looking for a charming location. And for transportation convenience, the Boston College and Chestnut Hill area is served by the MBTA’s B route on the Green Line which connects to Downtown Boston.
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Boston University
The Boston University campus is situated near the Charles River and follows along Commonwealth Avenue in the Fenway-Kenmore area. It is surrounded by Allston and the Back Bay neighborhood. This location is perfect for any student or young professional looking to rent an apartment near the school or downtown Boston, not to mention that it’s right next door to some of Boston’s most exciting spots, all of which are in walking distance.
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Brighton
Brighton is a great location for any student or young professional looking for an apartment next to the Boston downtown area. The town is loaded with unique shops, boutiques, and restaurants of all sorts of nationalities. It also has many popular bars and lounges that add to an exciting nightlife.
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Fenway-Kenmore
Arguably one of Boston’s most well known neighborhoods, the Fenway/Kenmore neighborhood has lots of great residential property that is perfect for students and young professionals alike, especially with its proximity to Boston University, Northeastern University, and Simmons College.
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Jamaica Plain
A historic neighborhood of Boston, Jamaica Plain spans about 4.4 square miles and is known as one of Boston’s “greenest” neighborhoods with the famous Emerald Necklace park system as its backdrop. Those looking to rent in this lush setting have a number of triple-decker homes, large Victorians, and recently converted luxury loft condominiums to choose from.
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Longwood Medical Area
The Longwood Medical Area (also referred to as LMA or simply Longwood) is a medical campus located in Boston, Massachusetts centered along Longwood Avenue and running from Huntington Avenue to the Riverway.
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North End
The oldest residential community in Boston as well as one of most popular areas in the city, the North End is known traditionally as an Italian neighborhood that boasts over 100 bakeries, restaurants, cafes, and boutiques that wind along the neighborhood’s narrow streets.
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South Boston
Known for its reputation as the rough and tough Irish-American neighborhood of Boston in movies and television, “Southie” has become one of the hottest places to live in town. In recent years, South Boston has seen an influx in young professionals, increasing property value and booming social scene.
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South End
South End is one of the most diverse Boston neighborhoods. It is mainly made up of mid-nineteenth century bowfronts; an aesthetically uniform style with rows of five-story buildings, usually constructed with red brick. The most common styles are Renaissance Revival, Italianate and French Second Empire. The South End is considered to be one of the main restaurant districts of Boston, serving an eclectic selection of cuisine to include French, Indian, Italian, Korean, Greek, Japanese, Middle Eastern, Thai and many others. In fact, Tremont Street running through the neighborhood is affectionately known as “Restaurant Row.”
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Symphony Hall Area
The Northeastern University and Symphony Hall area is mainly located along Huntington Avenue between Ruggles Street and Massachusetts Avenue in Boston. Not too far is the Institute of Fine Arts, The Back Bay Fens, Fenway Park and more! It is also very accessible by mode of the MBTA’s rapid transit system along both the Green and Orange lines.
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West Roxbury
West Roxbury is a great area for residents looking for a little extra space. The neighborhood is largely made up of single-family homes, as well as multi-family homes and condominiums that provide individual units that would be great to rent out.
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Brookline
One of Massachusetts’s most sought after suburbs, Brookline has so much to offer! With a unique mixture of urban and suburban living found in the same neighborhood, there is no shortage of upscale shops and restaurants, recreational parks, apartment buildings, and large estates.
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Brookline Neighborhoods
Brookline Village
Brookline Village is an historic district located at the intersection of Washington Street and Harvard Street, just a couple blocks north of Boylston Street in Brookline, Massachusetts. The “Village” lives up to its name, retaining the traditional feel and look of a village. It prides itself on being a small, eclectic blend of old and new, with inviting shops and cafes that beckon to pedestrians and by-passers.
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Coolidge Corner
A neighborhood of Brookline that offers lots of great apartments, Coolidge Corner is centered around the intersection of Beacon Street and Harvard Street, taking its name from the 1857 general store operated by the Coolidge Brothers. Coolidge Corner boasts many popular coffee shops, pharmacies, small independent boutiques, ethnic restaurants and retail chain stores to satisfy resident’s every need, and it is very pedestrian-friendly, making it a great area for a stroll. The neighborhood is serviced by the MBTA’s Green Line, as well as the 66 MBTA bus route, making it accessible location to public transportation.
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Cleveland Circle
Cleveland Circle, located in very close proximity to Brighton, Brookline, and Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts, sits at the intersection of Beacon Street and Chestnut Hill Avenue. It is the commercial “town center” of Aberdeen, a section of Brighton, featuring lots of apartment buildings and free standing homes. The neighborhood is primarily populated by working professionals, seniors, and college students.
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Washington Square
Greater Boston Area Neighborhoods
Arlington
Arlington is six miles northwest of Boston. It was originally settled by colonists in 1635. The town has several wonderful public parks, such as Menotomy Rocks Park and Spy Pond Park. Arlington also offers a few historical sites and museums as well. Its public education system has nine schools, seven of which are elementary schools: Brackett, Bishop, Thompson, Hardy, Peirce, Stratton, and Dallin. Its middle school is Ottoson, and high school is Arlington High School. In addition to the nine schools, Arlington is in the district served by the Minuteman Regional High School located in Lexington, which is one of the best vocational-technical schools in Massachusetts.
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Andover & North Andover
They offer easy access to major highways for a quick commute to the heart of Boston or a drive to the White Mountains in New Hampshire. These classic towns are the perfect match for anyone looking for a great New England quality of life.
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Belmont
Belmont is primarily a residential suburb that bestows beauty and comfort. Once an agricultural-based town made up of several large farms, Belmont still hasn’t lost its charm. At the turn of the twentieth century much of it had remained rural until transportation services and improved roads were built, making the town a much more desirable residential area, particularly in the development of large estates. It is best known for the mansion-occupied Belmont Hill neighborhood, even though most residents live in the denser, low-lying areas established around the Hill.
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Cambridge
Cambridge is a town that has something for everyone with arts, music, entertainment, education, recreation and more. Located just outside the Boston downtown area, Cambridge is a much desired location to live and it has plenty of rental options to choose from. It is home to esteemed education institutions such as Harvard University and MIT.
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Charlestown
Charlestown has a bounty of sights to see as you wander down its beautiful gas-lit streets. It is home to some of Boston’s most recognizable landmarks including the Bunker Hill monument, the northern end of the Freedom Trail, and the Charlestown Navy Yard harboring the USS Constitution. Located on the north side of the city, sandwiched between the Mystic and Charles Rivers, the neighborhood provides apartments close to Downtown Boston. A short walk or drive across the Charlestown Bridge will take you directly into the North End, and there is ample public transportation access that makes this neighborhood a great spot for those who work in the city.
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Chestnut Hill, Newton
Harvard Square
For anyone looking to rent an apartment near Harvard University, the school and Cambridge area has much to offer. The campus, located just 3.4 miles northwest of downtown Boston, is situated on the Harvard Yard and into the Harvard Square area, which boasts a diverse locale of restaurants, shops and boutiques.
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Lexington
Most famous for being the site of the first shots fired in the American Revolution, Lexington is a town that is very much a part of American history. With a multitude of historical sites, museums, and areas of interest, one can’t help but feel the patriotic spirit.
Medford
Medford is a town rich with history and life. In the late 1800’s and into the early 20th century it was a hub of industry with the production of brick, tile, rum, brilliant clipper ships, and even crackers. After watching a sleigh race take place at a tavern on High Street, Medford native James Pierpont penned the famous Christmas song “Jingle Bells”. Home to Tufts University and only five miles outside of Boston, Medford is an excellent location for any professional, student or family looking at houses for sale in the Boston metro area.
Melrose
The neighborhoods of Melrose offer a pleasant suburban environment rich with natural features to explore as well as a thriving local economy. Named for Melrose, Scotland due to its' ponds and hills bearing a strong resemblance, the city of Melrose is home to Boston Red Sox announcer Don Orsillo, among other local celebrities.
Natick
Natick is a charming town in the greater metro area that is just 15 miles west of Boston. Meaning place of hills in the language of the Massachusetts Native American tribe, Natick is rich with history dating back to the settlement days of the New World when it was established in 1650. It has a booming downtown area with a variety of shops and restaurants. And the town offers beautiful recreational areas with beaches, picnic areas, boating and fishing at Dug Pond and Lake Cochituate.
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Needham
The land that first made up rolling hills in the Eastern reaches of Needham came to literally serve as the foundation for the growth of the city of Boston during the industrial revolution. Since then, the town of Needham has grown to include many historic homes and high-end businesses catering to the some 30,000 commuters and their families who call the town home.
Needham offers employees of Boston businesses a safe and comfortable suburban setting within easy reach of the city by car or public transport. Route 128/95 runs along the Eastern boundary of the town with short trips in either direction to Route 2 and the Mass Pike. The MBTA maintains its' Needham Line, with four local stops, on the former bed of the railway that once brought land to the Back Bay.
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Newton
Newton, known as the “Garden City” for its beautiful green surroundings, is a much desired location with its rich history, high quality of living, and cultural diversity. As an affluent and bustling suburban city approximately seven miles from downtown Boston, Newton offers both urban sophistication and suburban comfort. Rather than having a single city center, Newton is a divided into thirteen "villages", each of which have their own unique qualities and most boast their own small "downtown" areas.
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East Newton
The villages of Newton Center, Chestnut Hill, and Thompsonville make up the eastern segment of Newton. Newton city hall resides in Newton Centre along with a high-end shopping destination. Thompsonville is a lovely suburban neighborhood located just south of Newton Centre and is served by Boylston Street, making a direct commute to the heart of Boston. Chestnut Hill is an affluent village of Newton with beautiful historic homes and wonderful scenery. It’s also home to Boston College and the meadowlands of the Chestnut Hill Reservation.
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North Newton
The villages of West Newton, Nonantum, Newtonville, and Newton Corner form the northern portion of Newton with the I-90 Mass Turnpike running through from east to west. West Newton is the oldest of the 13 villages located in the north central part of Newton Small businesses, stores and restaurants can be found at its village square. Nonantum is positioned at the northern end of Newton, also known as “Silver Lake” or “The Lake”. Newtonville is mostly suburban homes with a variety of venues with eateries, bakeries, cafes, book stores. Newton Corner borders the city of Watertown and the neighborhood of Brighton in Boston.
South Newton
The villages of Newton Highlands, Newton Upper Falls and Oak Hill can be found at the southern part of Newton with I-95 and the Charles River to the west of them. Newton Highlands is the most centered of these villages in Newton. Newton Upper Falls is along the eastern banks of the Charles River in the lower west side of Newton. Oak Hill is one of the seven hill locations in Newton and borders West Roxbury.
West Newton
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Somerville
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Stoneham
Waltham
Watertown
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Wellesley
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Weston
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Winchester
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