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South Boston Neighborhood Guide Boston, MA

About

South Boston, often affectionately known as 'Southie', is a dynamic neighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts located at the city's southern stretch. It's a region steeped in history that attracts a blend of young professionals and long-time residents. South Boston occupies a peninsula extending out into Boston Harbor, featuring public beaches and a bustling waterfront district. It's also conveniently accessible to the rest of the city, bordered by major routes I-93 and I-90.

What You Will Love About South Boston, Boston, Massachusetts

  • South Boston is a thriving community, known for its lively restaurant and bar scene, especially along Broadway.
  • The neighborhood boasts several parks and a generous waterfront, including attractions like Castle Island and Pleasure Bay.
  • Southie has a strong sense of community, evident in its annual St. Patrick's Day Parade, one of the biggest events in Boston.

What's Nearby

South Boston is adjacent to the Seaport District, a booming area known for its innovative tech companies, high-end dining and luxury condos. It's also close to downtown Boston, making it convenient for those working in the city center. The historic Fenway Park, home to the Boston Red Sox, is also a short distance away.

Lifestyle

The lifestyle in South Boston is vibrant and varied, catering to both families and young professionals. The area offers a mix of quiet residential streets and bustling commercial areas, providing access to both peace and nightlife. It's also an outdoor lover's paradise with numerous parks, beaches and bike paths nearby.

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Explore the Neighborhood

There are 1,505 restaurants, 198 grocery stores, and 150 parks within a mile of the South Boston neighborhood.

  • GROCERY
    American Provisions

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Cheese Store, Gourmet Store, Grocery Store

    •

    0.3 miles

    613 E Broadway

  • SERVICES
    Stop & Shop

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store, Travel and Transportation, Fuel Station

    •

    0.4 miles

    713 E Broadway

  • SHOPPING
    Drinksavvy

    Business and Professional Services, Laboratory, Retail, Warehouse or Wholesale Store

    •

    0.4 miles

    211 W 2nd St

  • GROCERY
    Foodie's Markets South Boston

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

    •

    0.5 miles

    230 W Broadway

  • GROCERY
    Foodie's Urban Market

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

    •

    0.5 miles

    230 W Broadway

  • GROCERY
    Soodies South Boston

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

    •

    0.5 miles

    230 W Broadway

South Boston Apartments and Rentals

1745 Rental properties in South Boston, Boston, MA.

  • 1410 Columbia property

    $2,775+

    1410 Columbia

    1–3 Beds • 1–1.5 Baths

    557–1035 Sqft

    10+ Units Available

  • One Canal Apartment Homes property

    $3,127+

    One Canal Apartment Homes

    Studio–3 Beds • 1–2 Baths

    411–1601 Sqft

    7 Units Available

  • 660 Washington property

    $3,380+

    660 Washington

    Studio–3 Beds • 1–3 Baths

    550–1540 Sqft

    3 Units Available

  • 100 Pier 4 property

    $3,103+

    100 Pier 4

    Studio–3 Beds • 1–3 Baths

    410–1654 Sqft

    6 Units Available

  • West Square property

    $2,735+

    West Square

    Studio–2 Beds • 1–2 Baths

    550–1152 Sqft

    5 Units Available

  • Garrison Square property

    $3,745+

    Garrison Square

    1–3 Beds • 1–2.5 Baths

    570–2033 Sqft

    1 Unit Available

1745 Properties Available for Rent

Cost of Living

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CategoryCompare to State Avg.Compare to National Avg.
housing
2.5%
119.5%
utilities
1.4%
37.5%
food
0.1%
5.1%
transportation
0.5%
16.9%
healthcare
0.1%
15.2%

South Boston Transportation

walk bike and transit

7 MBTA Bus

Other

481 Summer St

MBTA World Trade Center Station

Train Stop

Congress Street

World Trade Center MBTA Station - Silver Line

Other

55 World Trade Center Ave

Source: foursquare.com

South Boston Schools

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Neighborhoods Around South Boston

NeighborhoodStudioAvg RentAnnual Change
South EndNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts$3,677
6%
Fenway - KenmoreNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts$3,394
0%
South Boston WaterfrontNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts$4,136
19%
Back BayNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts$3,530
1%
North EndNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts----
Beacon HillNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts$2,200--
CentralNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts$3,187
0%
KenmoreNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts$3,177
11%
Seaport DistrictNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts$4,155
31%
West EndNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts$3,482
7%
Fenway - Kenmore - Audubon Circle - LongwoodNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts$2,758
1%
Coolidge CornerNeighborhood in Brookline, Massachusetts$2,375
2%
West FenwayNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts$5,554--
Columbia PointNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts$3,745
12%
Downtown BostonNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts$3,208
5%
WaterfrontNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts----
East FenwayNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts$2,651
5%
Marina BayNeighborhood in Quincy, Massachusetts----
Financial DistrictNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts$3,217--
North BrooklineNeighborhood in Brookline, Massachusetts$2,400
3%
North SlopeNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts----
Back Bay WestNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts$2,400
4%
Washington SquareNeighborhood in Brookline, Massachusetts$2,764
4%
Central Maverick Square - Paris StreetNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts$4,098--
Jeffries PointNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts----
Kendall SquareNeighborhood in Cambridge, Massachusetts$3,547
7%
Lower AllstonNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts$3,186--
Brookline VillageNeighborhood in Brookline, Massachusetts----
Mid-CambridgeNeighborhood in Cambridge, Massachusetts$2,675
8%
Coolidge Corner South SideNeighborhood in Brookline, Massachusetts----
Ward TwoNeighborhood in Somerville, Massachusetts----
Spring HillNeighborhood in Somerville, Massachusetts$2,272
6%
RiversideNeighborhood in Cambridge, Massachusetts$2,400
32%
Harbor View - Orient HeightsNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts----