the neighborhood was nice and safe, really close to the main street with many restaurants and coffee shops. we found parking right in front of the house on most days, and even on the other days we didn't park that far either. we drove into Boston many times, it only took 25-30 minutes, really easy. The house it self was good, it's an old house which is to be expected in Boston, where most the houses are pretty old, but it was clean and comfortable, which is most important. I would recommend it.