Allston
Quick Comments: Affordable, University Students, Diverse
Public Transportation: “B” and “C” Green Line trains, and buses
Allston’s close location to Boston University, Boston College, and convenient bus transportation to Harvard University make it attractive to many university students.
This is a good area is for people looking for a neighborhood that is lively and inexpensive. Allston also has many discount and thrift stores (used clothing, used home items, etc.). Harvard Avenue, Commonwealth Avenue, and Brighton Avenue are the main streets with many ethnic restaurants and popular pubs/bars.
It is recommended that you rent/lease an apartment in this neighborhood after you arrive in the U.S. and can evaluate the area.