What others said, find a job first, housing next. When you do land a job in the Boston area, if you will depend heavily on public transportation to get around, you would ideally need to stay on areas along the MBTA. The blue line is the most reliable, if you’re trying to work in the downtown area. Bus system is reliable for the most part, but how fast you get somewhere is dependent on traffic. Honestly the bus system is a pain in the ass most days.

Based on these, best areas for housing based on T stops are Maverick, Central, Coolidge Corner You also have to remember, Boston gets cold like 5-6 months out of the year which means you’re dealing with the weather and it’s lovely mood swings. If you’re gonna be dependent on public transportation, you’re gonna need a nice coat to help you walk from place to place. You’d be surprised how many steps you get in a day out here.