With all due respect to the rest of the Emerald Necklace, Boston Common is arguably the city’s most beautiful and famous green space, and folks who live in the apartments surrounding it enjoy some of the best views in town—and the greatest front yard anyone could hope for. Aside from the park itself, the architecture is gorgeous, with classic historic mid-rises and sleek modern designs side by side.
Emerson College occupies a considerable amount of real estate on Boylston Street, making this area ideal for students, faculty, and staff. Folks who like to go out on the town don’t have to travel far: the community is jam packed with restaurants, coffee shops, bars, night clubs, and performing arts venues, ensuring that there is truly something for every taste.
