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Restaurants
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Dedham is home to a variety of restaurants with seafood and Italian restaurants being the most popular. According to reviews from intuit.com, Finz Seafood and Grill is the best seafood restaurant in the area and is an excellent place to get drinks. Isabella Restaurant is a seafood and Italian restaurant with unique pasta dishes served with seafood and excellent service that is available at an affordable price. Kouzina Estiatorio is a Greek restaurant in the area that serves authentic Greek food; the lamb and spanakopita are the two customer favorites.
Traffic & Commuting
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The MBTA commuter rail has two stops in Dedham along the Franklin Line, providing a cheap commute from Dedham to South Station in Boston. Although only 10 miles from Boston, the commute to the city can be difficult because no highway goes in a straight route from Dedham to Boston. Commuters can either take I-93N, I-95 N and I-90 E, or take a direct route to the city on local streets. All of the routes take about 30 minutes and traffic is variable, so commuters should check traffic reports before making the drive.
Schools & Education
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Wellesley is served by seven neighborhood elementary schools, one middle school, and one high school and is known for its overall excellent academics Wellesley High School is known for their excellent and challenging academics and was ranked 70th best public high school in the nation by US News & World Report. Wellesley High School is also known for their arts program and wide array of extracurricular activities. The city is also home to Wellesley College and Babson College, both of which are nationally acclaimed colleges, making Wellesley an excellent city for children to receive an education.
Schools & Education
Jacob Turner - Property Manager
Wellesley is served by seven neighborhood elementary schools, one middle school, and one high school and is known for its overall excellent academics Wellesley High School is known for their excellent and challenging academics and was ranked 70th best public high school in the nation by US News & World Report. Wellesley High School is also known for their arts program and wide array of extracurricular activities. The city is also home to Wellesley College and Babson College, both of which are nationally acclaimed colleges, making Wellesley an excellent city for children to receive an education.
Crime & Safety
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Ranked by areavibes.com as the top city in Massachussetts, Wellesley is an extremely safe place to live with an overall crime rate 64% less than the state average and 73% less than the national average. The overall crime index of Wellesley was 10 out of 10 with the average crime index for five surrounding cities being an 8.0. More importantly, the violent crime rate is 77% less than the state average and 75% less than the national average.
Pet Friendly
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Although not an official dog park, the Pope John Paul II Park is located on the Quincy-Dorchester town line and is an excellent place to bring your dog. Although it is not fenced in, the park boasts vast green spaces for your dog to run and socialize with other dogs and people. The park also serves as a place for people and more often than not there will be soccer games, cyclists, and roller bladders around the park. Currently, there are numerous available apartments in Quincy that allow cats and small and large dogs.
Recreation
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Quincy is home to 52 parks which collectively have many basketball courts, tennis courts, baseball fields, soccer fields, football fields, and a large skatepark. The city also has 18 different “tot-lots” located within the various neighborhoods throughout the city. Along the 27 miles of coast Quincy is home to 10 municipal beaches, offering an excellent place to tan, swim, picnic, or walk along the many trails that stretch along the beaches. Overall, Quincy is an excellent area to raise children with the numerous recreation facilities available.
Apartment Costs
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With over 20% of residencies renter occupied, Reading is a fairly renter friendly city with numerous apartments always available, allowing you to find an apartment that fits all of your needs. The average rent for a two bedroom apartment is a little over $1700, with the average rent for seven surrounding cities being about $100 less. Although the average rental rate is a little higher than the surrounding areas, the city’s proximity to Boston and Cambridge and numerous available apartments make Reading an excellent location to rent the perfect home just outside the city.
Apartment Costs
Jacob Turner - Property Manager
With over 20% of residencies renter occupied, Reading is a fairly renter friendly city with numerous apartments always available, allowing you to find an apartment that fits all of your needs. The average rent for a two bedroom apartment is a little over $1700, with the average rent for seven surrounding cities being about $100 less. Although the average rental rate is a little higher than the surrounding areas, the city’s proximity to Boston and Cambridge and numerous available apartments make Reading an excellent location to rent the perfect home just outside the city.
Crime & Safety
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Compared to the surrounding areas and being a city within the greater Boston area, Reading has a low crime rate. The overall crime index of Reading was 9.4 out of 10 with the average crime index for five surrounding cities being 7.0. The overall crime rate is 51% less than the state average and 64% less than the national average. More importantly, the violent crime rate is 83% less than the state average and 82% less than the national average.
Traffic & Commuting
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Peabody is served by several lines of the MBTA bus service, but the overall amount of public transportation is very small for a city just outside of Boston. However, Peabody is served by I-95, Route 128, and U.S. Route 1, all of which serve as major highways to the greater East Coast area. Due to the lack of public transportation to the Boston area, most residents make the 30 minute commute which is fairly simple with several routes in order to avoid traffic.
Restaurants
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There are over 100 restaurants in the Peabody area serving a wide array of cuisines. According to reviews from intuit.com, Fire Bull Restaurant is the best place for steak and barbecue, with a large selection of barbecue style meals. Petrillo's Italian Kitchen is known to be the best place for Italian food in town with authentic cuisine and excellent service.
Crime & Safety
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Compared to the surrounding areas and being a city within the greater Boston area, Braintree has a low crime rate. The overall crime index of Braintree was 7.5 out of 10 with the average crime index for five surrounding cities being 6.0. Although the overall crime rate in Braintree is greater than the state average, it is 12% less than the national average and the violent crime rate is 49% less than the state average and 46% less than the national average. The above average rate of property crime is most likely due to the city’s proximity to Boston, given that crime rates are generally higher in large cities.
Public Transportation
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Compared to the surrounding areas and being a city within the greater Boston area, Braintree has a low crime rate. The overall crime index of Braintree was 7.5 out of 10 with the average crime index for five surrounding cities being 6.0. Although the overall crime rate in Braintree is greater than the state average, it is 12% less than the national average and the violent crime rate is 49% less than the state average and 46% less than the national average. The above average rate of property crime is most likely due to the city’s proximity to Boston, given that crime rates are generally higher in large cities.
Public Transportation
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Braintree is served by a commuter rail service on two different rail lines that stop at the Braintree Rail Station. Residents can also catch the MBTA Red Line at the Braintree Rail Station and MBTA bus services to Quincy and Ashmont stations. Although public transportation is the preferred mode of transportation for commuters, Braintree is served by a number of major highways, providing easy access to the greater Boston area.
Apartment Costs
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With over 40% of residencies renter occupied, Norwood is a very renter friendly city with numerous apartments always available, allowing you to find an apartment that fits all of your needs. The average rent for a two bedroom apartment is a little under $1500, with the average rent for seven surrounding cities being almost $300 greater. The city’s proximity to Boston and Cambridge make Norwood an excellent location to rent at an affordable price.
Schools & Education
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Norwood is served by five neighborhood elementary schools, one middle school, and one high school. Norwood High School is known for their music program which has been rated one of the best in the country, boasting a number of national awards from a variety of groups. There are also two Catholic K-8 schools in Norwood, both of which have received very good reviews from parents and faculty on greatschools.com.
Pet Friendly
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Billerica and the greater Boston area are home to a number of off-leash dog parks and dog friendly parks. Billerica’s Vietnam Veteran’s Park is a dog friendly park that offers a beautiful location to walk or run with your dog. Lowell Unleashed Inc. is an off leash dog park that is only a short ride north of Billerica and is an excellent place to take your dog to run around and play with other dogs. Also making Billerica a pet friendly location are the many apartments that allow cats and small and large dogs.
Pet Friendly
Jacob Turner - Property Manager
Billerica and the greater Boston area are home to a number of off-leash dog parks and dog friendly parks. Billerica’s Vietnam Veteran’s Park is a dog friendly park that offers a beautiful location to walk or run with your dog. Lowell Unleashed Inc. is an off leash dog park that is only a short ride north of Billerica and is an excellent place to take your dog to run around and play with other dogs. Also making Billerica a pet friendly location are the many apartments that allow cats and small and large dogs.
Apartment Costs
Jacob Turner - Property Manager
With a little less than 20% of residencies renter occupied, Billerica is not the most renter friendly city, but many apartments are currently available in the area. The average rent for a two bedroom apartment is a little over $1700, with the average rent for seven surrounding cities being within $100. The city’s proximity to Boston and Cambridge make Billerica an excellent location to rent.
Public Transportation
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Many residents of Jamaica Plain rely on the MBTA’s bus and rail services in order to access all areas in the Boston Area. The city is directly served by a number of bus services and has a rail stop for the Orange Line. Access to the Orange Line allows residents to travel from Jamaica Plain to Malden and to easily switch rails to the Red, Blue, or Green Line, connecting people to the remainder of Boston.
Recreation
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As a neighborhood of Boston, finding something to do at night in the city is never difficult, however finding a place to relax can be much more difficult. There are four parks within Jamaica Plain that allow residents to escape the bustle of the city and enjoy nature. Arnold Arboretum is a 265 acre park that contains a world-renowned plant collection that is kept by Harvard University. Franklin Park is a 527 acre park that offers a place for residents to relax, go to the Franklin Park Zoo, or play a round of golf at William J Devine Golf Course.
Restaurants
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Malden is home to a number of restaurants, both high-end and family friendly. According to bundle.com, the three top restaurants are Sun Kong (1), All Season Table (2), and Pearl Street Station (3). Sun Kong receives great customer reviews and is known as one of the best Cantonese restaurants in the greater Boston area. All Seasons Table is known for their variety of Asian Cuisines in a comfortable setting and is a very popular restaurant during the week and on weekends. Pearl Street Station features classic pub style food and features a sports bar and a wide array of special events.
Section 8 & Affordable
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Malden Housing Authority is devoted to provide affordable housing opportunities to as many residents as possible and is currently working to expand the program. The program currently manages about 1400 federally subsidized housing units, with about half of these being privately owned apartments. There are currently a number of Section 8 homes and apartments available, but these spots can fill up quickly, causing the city to put additional applicants onto a waitlist.
Apartment Costs
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Akin to other suburbs just outside Boston, the rent in Brookline is high but may be worth the expense due to the proximity to the city. With almost 50% of housing in Brookline being renter occupied, apartments are always available, they may just be costly. The average rent for a studio apartment is $1428 and $1841 for a one bedroom apartment. When looking at the average rent for a two bedroom apartment for seven surrounding cities, the Brookline average of $2420 is only $100 more than the average for the surrounding cities.
Pet Friendly
Jacob Turner - Property Manager
The Town of Brookline has The Green Dog Program in order to accommodate for owners and their dogs and provide off-leash times at the local parks. There are currently 14 parks that allow for off-leash dog time, but only at the designated times for the given park. Eight of the parks only offer off-leash time from dawn to 9:00 am, three from dawn to 1:00 pm, and three from dawn to 1:00 pm during March through November and dawn to dusk from December to February. There are also a number of pet stores in Brookline and apartments that allow cats, small dogs, and large dogs, making Brookline a perfect place for you and your pet to rent.
Recreation
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Revere is home to Revere Beach, the oldest public beach in the United States, offering residents an excellent place to relax during the summer months. Along the beach are a number of shops, food stands, two roller skating rinks, two bowling alleys, and two ballrooms. Due to Revere’s rich history, a major attraction within the city is the Paul Revere House and numerous smaller museums and monuments preserved by the Revere Society for Cultural and Historic Preservation.
Recreation
Jacob Turner - Property Manager
Revere is home to Revere Beach, the oldest public beach in the United States, offering residents an excellent place to relax during the summer months. Along the beach are a number of shops, food stands, two roller skating rinks, two bowling alleys, and two ballrooms. Due to Revere’s rich history, a major attraction within the city is the Paul Revere House and numerous smaller museums and monuments preserved by the Revere Society for Cultural and Historic Preservation.
Traffic & Commuting
Jacob Turner - Property Manager
Only about a seven mile drive from Boston, the commute into the city is fairly easy, especially if you take the MBTA Blue Line. The drive from Revere usually takes about 20 minutes due to heavy traffic flow, whereas the Blue Line always takes about 20 minutes. The Blue Line will also give you access to areas outside of Boston and the other lines, allowing for trips to an even greater region outside of Boston. With about 25% of the population of Revere commuting daily, the traffic during this time is very heavy and further amplified by the influx of traffic from surrounding areas. Taking the Blue Line would be the easiest and most reliable way to commute.
Schools & Education
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Medford Public School System consists of four elementary, two middle, and one high school. Medford Middle and Medford High are both located on the same campus and are attached, but there is very little interaction between the students within each school. The high school features a college preparatory curriculum and offers a number of advanced courses in order to prepare their students for enrollment in a four year university. Medford also has four private sectarian schools, two of which are K-8, one that is PK-6, and another that is 7-12.
Public Transportation
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Medford is served by a number of Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) bus lines. The MBTA also offers transportation via the Orange Line at Wellington Station which is located in Medford. The Orange Line gives residents access to Boston, the other MBTA lines, and the greater Boston area. The Lowell Commuter Rail Line also stops in Medford and provides railroad transportation from Lowell to Boston.
Crime & Safety
Jacob Turner - Property Manager
Especially as a suburb of Boston, Watertown has very low violent and property crime rates, both being below the state and national rates. The violent crime rate is 42% less than state and 38% less than national averages and the property crime rate is 20% less than state and 43% less than national averages. Overall, the crime rate is 23% less than the state average and 43% less than the national average.
Apartment Costs
Jacob Turner - Property Manager
Like other suburbs just outside Boston, the rent in Watertown is high but may be worth the expense due to the proximity to the city. With 50% of housing in Watertown being renter occupied, apartments are always available, making the city very renter friendly. The average rent for a one bedroom apartment is $1428 and $2666 for a three bedroom apartment. When looking at the average rent for a two bedroom apartment for six surrounding cities, the Watertown average of $2132 is about $100 cheaper than the average for the surrounding cities.
Crime & Safety
Jacob Turner - Property Manager
Especially as a suburb of Boston, Arlington has very low violent and property crime rates, both being below the state and national rates. The violent crime rate is 31% less than state and 26% less than national averages and the property crime rate is 25% less than state and 46% less than national averages. Overall, the crime rate is 25% less than the state average and 44% less than the national average. The city also runs a number of teen programs in order to help reduce teen related crimes within the city.
Pet Friendly
Jacob Turner - Property Manager
As of May, 2012 Arlington is now has an off-leash dog recreation area that is located at Thorndike Field. Dogs are also allowed on-leash at the other parks in Arlington, allowing owners to walk their dogs through the woods or along the ponds and streams. Menotomy Rocks Parks offers a great place to walk your dog through the woods and then swim in the Hills Pond. The city is also home to a number of pet stores and many apartment complexes in Arlington are pet friendly.
Public Transportation
Jacob Turner - Property Manager
Like many major cities, Boston has a plethora of public transportation available to it's residents. The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority, or the MBTA as it is commonly known, offers buses, trains/subways and boats as part of it's public transportation offering. Accessible from just about anywhere in the city, the MBTA is a great way to get around. For more information on the MBTA, as well as cost and scheduling, visit their website at: http://www.mbta.com.