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Allston Village Neighborhood Guide Boston, MA

About

Allston Village is a vibrant neighborhood located in the western part of Boston, Massachusetts. This lively area is primarily populated by students and young professionals due to its proximity to several universities. Known for its diverse dining scene and indie rock venues, Allston Village is a bustling center of activity with a hip, urban feel. It's easily accessible through multiple bus lines, the MBTA Green Line "B" Branch, and major roads like the Massachusetts Turnpike and Soldier's Field Road.

What You Will Love about Allston Village, Boston, Massachusetts

  • Its energy and diversity make Allston Village a vibrant place to live, with an array of ethnic restaurants, quirky thrift stores, and nightlife spots.
  • The neighborhood hosts many community events, such as the Allston Village Street Fair and the Allston Arts District Open Studios.
  • Proximity to educational institutions like Boston University and Harvard Business School provides an intellectual atmosphere.
  • Easy access to public transportation allows for convenient travel throughout the city.

What's Nearby

Allston Village is just a short distance from the Charles River, providing plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities like canoeing and jogging. It's also close to Fenway Park, home of the Boston Red Sox. Additionally, it's just a quick trip on public transit to downtown Boston and its cultural institutions like the Museum of Fine Arts and the Boston Public Library.

Lifestyle

The lifestyle in Allston Village is dynamic and culturally rich. Many residents are students or young professionals, fostering a vibrant community atmosphere. It's a welcoming neighborhood for those who love an active social life, diverse food, and live music.

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Explore the Neighborhood

There are 359 restaurants, 57 grocery stores, and 21 parks within a mile of the Allston Village neighborhood.

  • GROCERY
    Bazaar On Cambridge St

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store, Liquor Store

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    424 Cambridge St

  • GROCERY
    Sunrise Market

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

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    0.1 miles

    152 Brighton Ave

  • GROCERY
    Linden's Superette

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

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    0.2 miles

    101 Brighton Ave

  • GROCERY
    Mirim Oriental Groceries

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

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    0.2 miles

    152 Harvard Ave

  • GROCERY
    Mayfair Foods

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

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    0.2 miles

    506 Cambridge St

  • GROCERY
    Allston Market

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

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    0.2 miles

    169 Harvard Ave

Allston Village Apartments and Rentals

1328 Rental properties in Allston Village, Boston, MA.

  • 55 Brighton Avenue property

    $3,300+

    55 Brighton Avenue

    1–2 Beds • 1–2 Baths

    640–970 Sqft

    7 Units Available

  • Forte at 1440 Beacon property

    $2,712+

    Forte at 1440 Beacon

    Studio–1 Beds • 1 Bath

    350–737 Sqft

    2 Units Available

  • 525 Linc - RENT BY THE ROOM property

    $1,900+

    525 Linc - RENT BY THE ROOM

    Studio–4 Beds

    287–411 Sqft

    3 Units Available

  • 4,8,12 Elko property

    $2,650+

    4,8,12 Elko

    1–3 Beds • 1 Bath

    545–795 Sqft

    1 Unit Available

  • Commonwealth property

    $2,100+

    Commonwealth

    Studio–1 Beds • 1 Bath

    200–525 Sqft

    10+ Units Available

  • Gardner Street Apartments property

    $2,800+

    Gardner Street Apartments

    1–2 Beds • 1–2 Baths

    637–730 Sqft

    8 Units Available

1328 Properties Available for Rent

Cost of Living

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CategoryCompare to State Avg.Compare to National Avg.
housing
2.5%
119.4%
utilities
1.5%
42.9%
food
0.1%
5%
transportation
0.3%
12.6%
healthcare
0.1%
17.9%

Allston Village Demographics

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Allston Village Transportation

walk bike and transit

Walker’s Paradise

99/100
Walk Score®
The Walk Score© measures walkability on a scale of 0-100 based on walking routes to destinations such as dining and drinking, groceries, and shopping.

Very Bikeable

86/100
Bike Score®

Good Transit

66/100
1 bus stop, 6 train stops, 2 other stops

MBTA Harvard Avenue Station

Other

Harvard Ave

Griggs Street MBTA - Green Line

Train Stop

Commonwealth Ave

MBTA Allston Street Station

Train Stop

Commonwealth Ave

Source: foursquare.com

Allston Village Schools

1328 Properties Available for Rent

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0%
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27%
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6%
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2%
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11%
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1%
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2%
North BrooklineNeighborhood in Brookline, Massachusetts$2,400
3%
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1%
Lower AllstonNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts$3,186--
Oak SquareNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts$2,200
2%
North EndNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts----
Washington SquareNeighborhood in Brookline, Massachusetts$2,764
4%
Beacon HillNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts$2,200--
West FenwayNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts$5,554--
West EndNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts$3,482
7%
CentralNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts$3,187
0%
Coolidge Corner South SideNeighborhood in Brookline, Massachusetts----
Porter SquareNeighborhood in Cambridge, Massachusetts----
Brookline VillageNeighborhood in Brookline, Massachusetts----
Davis SquareNeighborhood in Somerville, Massachusetts----
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5%
Mid-CambridgeNeighborhood in Cambridge, Massachusetts$2,675
8%
East FenwayNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts$2,651
5%
South Boston WaterfrontNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts$4,136
19%
Back Bay WestNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts$2,400
4%
Spring HillNeighborhood in Somerville, Massachusetts$2,272
6%
Downtown BostonNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts$3,208
5%
Columbia PointNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts$3,745
12%
WaterfrontNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts----
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31%