Questions for UMass Boston students (accomodations & commute)?
Hello,
I’m looking for some information neighborhoods and commute for UMass Boston students. The UMB.edu website is kind of vague…
Basically I know the geography from maps and a little bit about the T and Back Bay area from a Christmas visit… but I’d like to know a little more.
I have family who live in a building right above the Back Bay station and I kind of want to live near them… however some neighborhoods (like Dorchester) are so much more affordable so I’m also considering that despite it being further. Though I have heard some bad things about the neighborhood like that it can be kind of dangerous in some areas.
Anyway, UMass Boston students, where do you live and what is your neighborhood and commute like? Do you drive a car or rely on public transportation?
I live in Dorchester and go to UMASS. There are some parts that are very nice (like the Neponset area). Living somewhere on the redline would be best if you will be attending UMASS. I would look for an apartment in Quincy, as they are also very affordable and convenient to the redline and the highway.
Commuting in Boston
