I would say that the somerville/cambridge is definitely for you (despite the hip factor), specifically the area withing these parameters: North of Massachusetts ave (2A), East of Harvard sq., South of Kirkland/Washington/Somerville ave/highway 28, and West of the charles pretty much. As far as squares go, I say in or around Central sq, or in or around Inman sq (but then again every freaking intersection is a "square" in that area. I wouldnt want to live in boston proper, I dont think you should. You'll also be able to ride to work every day of the year this way. I've also never seen a bad apt. in those areas and heard of some totally incredible jems. Go eat at Punjabi Dhaba, you'll want to stay close.
Last edited by Jaminsky; 06-02-05 at 03:09 PM.