Why Live in Chinatown
Chinatown in Boston is a vibrant and diverse neighborhood known for its converted residential lofts in brickwork mid-rises and its proximity to nearby areas like the Leather District, Baldwin, and Back Bay. The neighborhood offers a quintessential dining hub for Asian cuisine, with popular spots like Hunan Cuisine for soup dumplings, Hei La Moon for dim sum, and Shōjō Boston for modern Korean tapas. Residents enjoy a variety of authentic Asian restaurants and bakeries, including Corner Café Bakery and Great Taste Bakery & Restaurant. Grocery shopping is convenient with C-Mart Supermarket, Jia Ho Supermarket, and Whole Foods Market nearby, and Target is less than 2 miles north. The iconic Chinatown gate and Mary Soo Hoo Park, where locals often play cards, add to the neighborhood's charm. The area is well-served by the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority’s Orange and Red Lines, and Boston Logan International Airport is about 4 miles away via Interstate 90. Rose Kennedy Greenway, a 1.5-mile curving city park, offers a peaceful urban retreat with Adirondack chairs, fountains, live music, and food trucks. Boston Common, the oldest park in the country, provides free fitness classes and hosts events like the Boston Pride for the People Parade and Festival. Chinatown is served by Boston Public Schools, with Josiah Quincy School and Josiah Quincy Upper School offering high-rated educational programs. The neighborhood is safer than the national average, making it an attractive place for young professionals and students.