West Roxbury
Quick Comments: Residential, Suburb, Quiet
Transportation: Commuter Rail (Purple) trains and buses
This is a suburban neighborhood with tree-lined streets and mostly single-family homes. Life in this neighborhood focuses on political and community activism, local churches, families, and youth athletic leagues.
Selecting an apartment very close to public transportation will help make commutes to other parts of Boston less challenging. Centre Street is lined with local restaurants and other businesses.
It is recommended that you rent/lease an apartment in this neighborhood after you arrive in the U.S. and can evaluate the area.