City_Backbay

Boston's Neighborhoods

Back Bay

<img src="http://i28.photobucket.com/albums/c210/Garagesocial/backbay_zps2ea86090.jpg" alt="Back Bay" title=Back Bay" align="right" /> Back Bay is recognized as one of Boston’s most desirable and expensive neighborhoods. Best known for its trendy restaurants and boutiques on [Newbury Street] (http://www.newbury-st.com/), the [Esplanade] (http://www.esplanadeassociation.org/) along the Charles River and Copley Square. A great neighborhood to explore, the Back Bay has plenty to offer when it comes to shopping, dining and entertainment.

Visit [Top of the Hub] (http://www.topofthehub.net/) atop the shops at the [Prudential Center] (http://www.prudentialcenter.com/) for incredible views of the Boston skyline. Boston Magazine lists the areas best restaurants including [Sonsie] (http://sonsieboston.com/flash/), [Parish Cafe] (http://parishcafe.com/), and [Trident Cafe and Booksellers] (http://tridentbookscafe.com/). This neighborhood is elegant, convenient and very safe.

####Pros

• Public transportation access via Orange & Green Lines
• Known for its trendy boutiques, fine dining and stately architecture
• Very walkable

####Cons

• Higher rents
• Highly competitive rental market
• Lack of Parking