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Back Bay

5 min to Boston
"Polished, upscale, classic Boston"
Median Price
$800,000
$600/sqft
School Rating
6.5/10
Good
Appreciation
4.5%
per year
Commute
5 min
to downtown

Financing Considerations

Properties in Back Bay typically typically qualify for conforming loans with more flexible underwriting standards.

Learn about loan thresholds, property condition impact, flood/wind insurance, and how vintage homes (common in many MA towns) affect mortgage approval.

✨The Vibe

Polished, upscale, classic Boston

What It's Really Like

Polished, upscale, classic Boston. Affluent professionals, Downsizers who want walkability & status.

Best For

  • ✓Affluent professionals
  • ✓Downsizers who want walkability & status

Avoid If

  • ✗You're on a budget

🌟Highlights

📍High walkability
🎭High culture/nightlife
👨‍👩‍👧Medium family-friendliness
💰Affordability: $$

Insider Tips

  • 💡Walkability is high
  • 💡Cultural scene is high
  • 💡Limited sales data - estimates used

Demographics

Population
16,948
Median Age
34.9
Median Income
$122,767
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