Allston is Boston’s indie, artsy, ramen-slurping, vinyl-spinning playground—and Gen Z knows it. Sitting right between Boston University and Boston College, this neighborhood pulses with energy from students, creatives, musicians, and first-time... apartment renters figuring it all out. It’s the kind of place where you can grab bubble tea, hit a DIY show in a basement, and snag late-night fried chicken without walking more than two blocks.

Living in Allston means being steps from thrift shops, record stores, and a food scene that ranges from authentic dumplings to vegan tacos. The Green Line B train runs right through it, and multiple bus lines make the rest of the city totally accessible. Sure, it’s not luxury living—and no one here’s pretending it is—but the rent is often better than downtown, and the vibe is way more fun.

If you want a neighborhood where it’s okay to be figuring out your first real job while still going to open mics and open houses in the same week, Allston might just be your next move. Read More