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goPACK17 t1_iy961kc wrote

Your current ranking is accurate. Greater Boston > South Coast > Western MA

Greater Boston will give you nightlife, walkability, access to transit, most cultural spots, ect. Where you're going to take a hit is cost of living, but you should be able to find some spots that are still relatively affordable.

If you choose South Coast, your "city" is going to be Fall River/New Bedford and Providence more so then Boston.

As for "doesn't shut down by 9pm", I got some bad news for you, buckoo. The entire state of Massachusetts shuts down by 9pm unless you're just looking for a bar. You can be in downtown Boston at 10pm on a Thursday and hope you like McDonalds because every other kitchen is done for the night. This is a big part of what pushed me out of Massachusetts 😓

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ClaymossTerryLee t1_iy9c1cg wrote

I agree. But do be aware that rents in Boston are among the top three highest prices in the nation.

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goPACK17 t1_iy9cdrh wrote

Oh, for sure. I was checking out downtown rents before deciding moving to Los Angeles would be the more affordable option 😅. But Greater Boston means OP can choose something affordable like Chelsea, Lynn, Beverly, Stoughton, ect that wouldn't be as rough on the wallet

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ClaymossTerryLee t1_iy9cvat wrote

This is true. And those areas are certainly more desirable than they once were. I just feel that for newcomers you can never over-stress how much it costs to love here.

When I told my family how much I paid for my South End condo I’m 2003 they asked “Are the walls made out of gold?” Haha. I had fun telling them when the value doubled eventually. Boston real estate. Good lord.

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goPACK17 t1_iy9d6ze wrote

Ya, I mentioned this in a comment once before in this sub, but I feel like so many people outside of New England are always super shocked when they realize exactly how expensive Boston really is. It is on the same tier as cities like NYC and LA

Second most expensive in the country I guess

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