We got our first place in West Roxbury and it was a condo in a triple decker. It was right on Roslindale line. Both lovely communities and we even ended up in an elementary school (BPS) that we really liked. We ended up moving after 7 years but most of the families we know are still there.

The housing stock in MA is very old. You will have a lot of trouble finding newer construction in any town for affordable prices. I suggest rethinking that criteria. Also getting a condo to build equity is a very smart move.

This is super helpful. I have been looking for a local roaster. Who has the best dark roast? Just checked pavement website and I didn’t see much.