Boston'sSouth End neighborhoodis a natural draw for those who want deliciousfood,artistic inspiration, popular bars, outdoor markets, and local theater.The South Endis considered an ideal place to live by many because ofits widearray of parks and green spaces, friendly and unique local businesses, diverse population, and dog-friendliness. Despite being in the heart of the city, the neighborhoodhas a relaxed, casual feeling about it.Some of the best neighborhood dining in the city isin theSouth End! You can enjoy welcoming atmospheres and good cuisine at such restaurants asMyers and Chang, Estragon, Bar Mezzana, The Gallows, Elephant Walk,Gaslight, Stephi's, Petit Robert, Boston Chops, Cinquecento, and more.The South End is also home to the SoWa Art + Design District, a section of blocks south of Washington Street with a decidedly creative community doing business.The SoWa district has artist studios, art galleries, one of a kind boutiques, design showhouses, and a weekend-long vintage marketand outdoor farmers' market. First Fridays are a popular SoWa event in which the neighborhood artists open their studio doors to the public.Brownstone front stoops adorned with plants are an unofficial tradition in the South End, adding to the neighborhood's distinctive charm. In springtime, the sightof pottedstoop plantsand flowering trees along the red brick sidewalks of the tree-lined side streets is especially fetching. Here are some scenes around Boston's South Endthis week.
Did you know that theSouth End has the largest collection of Victorian rowhouses in the United States? It is well known for thesehistoric 1850s-era brownstones with their graceful wrought iron hand rails rising up their stoops.Many of these brownstoneshave been beautifullyrenovated, resulting inluxurious and modernized condos and single family homes residing within them.There are also many new construction, modern styled residential buildings with a rangeof appealing amenities.Newer construction luxury condo buildings in Bostons South End include The Bryant, 285 Columbus Lofts, Wilkes Passage, D4, Atelier 505, The Penmark, 700 Harrison, Penny Savings Bank, The Chevron, andSEPIA atInk Block.See South End homes and condos for sale.See upcomingSouth End open houses.If you have any questionsabout buying or selling condos or homes in the downtown Boston neighborhoods, or beyond, don't hesitate to contact me. Call me at
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In addition to the rich arts and cultural climate that the Boston lifestyle has to offer, the city is also abundant with opportunities for splendid outdoor experiences.Did you know that the City of Boston oversees 217 parks, playgrounds, and athletic fields? Or that it is responsible for two golf courses, 17 fountains, 16 historic and 3 active cemeteries, 65 squares, 75 game courts, and 2,346 acres of parkland trees? They are also responsible for more than 35,000 street trees. This is an abridgedlist from the city's Parks and Recreation page.Add to that some of the features on its many public parks, such as public art, wi-fi, stages and amphitheaters, sports facilities (basketball courts, swings, baseball fields, soccer fields), and playground play structures, and you've got quite a network of park services and amenities. There is even a park on Spectacle Island, one of the Boston Harbor Islands, offering a gazebo (pictured above), a shelter, and scenic vistas. It could actually be argued that you canenjoy parklike settings with scenic vistas almost anywhere on the Boston Harbor Islands.Are you planning on
Now thatwe're suddenly having glorious weather, let's look at some of the great outdoorsy environs the City of Boston has to offer! The Boston lifestyle offers many excellentspaces to enjoy.Curbed Boston has put together one of its lovely signature maps of 11 dreamy downtown Boston locales, designed for days like this. Featured among them are some big open spaces, water features, trees, and views.Read Curbed Boston's 