Brighton is far far from the South End.
Also, Brighton is mostly a college town because of it proximity to BU and BC.
However, the South End is the 2nd most popular area in the city and demands very high $$$. 300k range is too low for even a decent 1 bedroom condo.
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The hurricanes we get are mostly big wind storms.
The current one, Sandy, may come ashore with wind and rain and push things around, but Katrina will not happen here.
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Hi Possible Renter,
Trulia has a Crime Maps feature which can help you determine the crime levels of neighborhoods.
To find the Crime Maps feature in the Charlestown, follow this link:
http://www.trulia.com/real_estate/02129-Charlestown/crime/
If I can help with anything else, just let me know!
Kim
Community Manager, Trulia Voices... more
When it comes to any safety/crime related issues, it's always best to contact the local police department with all your questions, hear all there is to hear firsthand. If unfamiliar with the area(s) do revisit more than once and at different times of day, possibly chat with locals/neighbors. Real estate professionals are prohibited from steering, enticing a buyer to purchase/rent, or not, in specific neighborhoods.
http://www.neighborhoodscout.com/
https://www.crimereports.com/
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There are a few resources to get this info from.
http://www.neighborhoodscout.com/ma/boston/crime/
http://www.cityrating.com/crime-statistics/massachusetts/boston.html
Hi,
Brokers are not supposed to give their opinions about the safety of an area. I'm sure you have read the good advice below to check the crime stats and local police. Just want to add that I live in Roslindale with two children and so far it has been great! Convenient to the city, and plenty of programs for children through the Roslindale Community Center, plus many more programs available in West Roxbury and Hyde Park for Roslindale residents.
Best of luck,
Mary... more
If you are concerned about crime, your best source of accurate information are the local authorities, consider a visit/call and ask all your questions, hear all there is to hear firsthand. If unfamiliar with the area, do take the time and visit more than once and at different times of day, possibly chat with locals, etc., then make your determination,... more
Brighton is a great neighborhood! Affordable and easy access to downtown Boston and amenities like restaurants and retail.
Check out the crime stats here on trulia or zillow ( or simply google it) I've never had a client complain about the safety but you should definitely do some research if you are worried. Also spend some time there ( go to lunch and dinner etc) - nothing beats first hand experience
Everything on the market in Brighton:
http://territory.com/search?search_string=Brighton&min_price=&max_price=&min_beds=&max_beds=&include_under_agreement=0&include_lender_owned=0&include_short_sale=0&property_type%5B%5D=SF&property_type%5B%5D=MF&property_type%5B%5D=LD&property_type%5B%5D=CC
Good luck!
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Hi, Diane!
Here are the crime statistics for Dorchester:
http://www.trulia.com/real_estate/Dorchester-Massachusetts/
Is this the property your daughter is considering:
http://www.bostontre.com/listing.aspx?listingid=4930151&index=1... more
Chiquita,
The Ciry of Boston has a great website with links to the information you want http://www.cityofboston.gov/police/ here you can click through to crime reports here: http://www.cityofboston.gov/police/stats/ .
Best
Robert
rmb@robertmbyrne.com
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The best resource for this information is the local police department. They have access to the most current and accurate information and are generally very willing to be supportive,
Good luck... more
Neil,
Yes, I agree check the crime statistics in the area. Orient Heights T Station is walking distance, since it is only a couple of blocks over from Brandywyne Village apartments. It is easily accessible by T, Sumner Tunnel. If you are not working with a Real Estate agent and have any further questions, please feel free to contact me. I am glad to assist.
Best of luck!
Claudia Forgione, Realtor
Century 21 Northshore
Cforgione@c21northshore.com
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