This will depend on your situation. Perhaps you are a parent in search of a safe area with good schools. Maybe you are a young professional on a tight budget. Or you could be on a high wage and eager to invest in quality real estate. Whatever the case may be, here are some top Boston options:   Families: Niche.com gives the town of Brookline an impressive A+ rating for families due to its access to good public schools, outdoor activities, and easy commute to Downtown via the Green Line. Brookline has a quiet, small-town feel and is largely a residential area with safe streets and plenty of parks.   Young Professionals: For the young professional, proximity to amenities like bars and restaurants may play a key role in where they decide to locate. Both Fenway and South Boston, or ‘Southie’, are where the heart of Boston’s nightlife lives. Drop by Game On in Fenway for a drink post-Red Sox game or enjoy the best of American comfort food at Lincoln Tavern in Southie.   Upscale: When Boston residents think of upscale hoods, there are two main areas that spring to mind. Firstly, there is Back Bay which centers around the happening Copley Square and extends to the shops and restaurants on Newbury and Boylston streets. Northeast of Back Bay is where you will find perhaps the most Instagram-worthy of all Boston neighborhoods, the beautiful Beacon Hill. As a Beacon Hill resident, Boston Commons and the Charles River will be right on your doorstep so you will not have to travel far for outdoor entertainment. Although both areas are brimming with beauty and things to do, rent prices in Boston don’t get much higher.