Boston, MA Community Information

As the capital of Massachusetts, Boston was founded on September 17, 1630 by Puritan colonists from England. The city became a hub for many historical sites such as the Boston Harbor, the Boston Tea Party and the Midnight Ride of Paul Revere. These events spurred the American Revolution, making the Bostonians famous for refusing taxation without representation.

Another significant area that still remains hopping today is the Boston Common, the oldest public park in the United States, it is located near the financial district and by a string of parks that encircles the city called the Emerald Necklace. One of the most known landmarks in Boston is Fenway Park. As one of the oldest sports arenas still in use among U.S. professional sports, it is home to the 2004 and 2007 World Series Champions Boston Red Sox. Baseball fans in this town aren't the only ones with bragging rights. The Celtics have won 16 NBA championships – the most for any basketball franchise! The other professional sports teams are the New England Patriots (NFL) and the Boston Bruins (NHL).

'''Family neighborhoods'''

But for many Bostonians, Bean Town is more than just a tourist destination — it's where they like to call home. The median home price in Boston is $380,700. Popular neighborhoods include Scollay Square, Beacon Hill, Roslindale and Kenmore. The Back Bay neighborhood is also home to the city's tallest skyscrapers. Most of the downtown region and immediate surroundings include buildings of low-rise brick and stone with an older Federal-style architecture. The neighborhoods in Boston are perfect for families and sports lovers alike. For those who like to participate in the action, the Boston marathon is the world's oldest marathon and is hosted annually in April. So become part of the action and begin your Boston real estate search today!

Sources and more information:
http://www.cityofboston.gov/residents/
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Boston,_Massachusetts
http://realestate.yahoo.com/Massachusetts/Boston
http://factfinder.census.gov/servlet/SAFFPopulation?_event=Search&_name=boston&_state=04000US25&_county=boston&_cityTown=boston&_zip=&_sse=on&_lang=en&pctxt=fph\