Spring Hill Apartments - Somerville

TRANSPORTATION The City of Boston benefits from convenient access to all of New England’s desirable destinations. Its geographic position is supported by an excellent highway system, nearby airports, and convenient railroad service. The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) has four rapid transit lines, three streetcar lines, 13 commuter rail lines, 167 bus and trackless trolley routes, as well as ferry services in the Greater Boston area. Amtrak also operates rail lines out of South & North Stations that run the entire eastern seaboard.

RETAIL Boston is consistently recognized as one of the top retail destinations in the country with its affluent, sophisticated population attracting world-renowned brands. Average consumer expenditures in Greater Boston are more than 15% higher than the national average at $56,703 per household. Boston’s universities attract thousands of young people to the city each year, bringing new shoppers to the area. These students, plus the 18.3 million annual visitors to the area,

Boston Area Total Spending $10.7 BILLION

Employers will generate 50,000 new

support an already vibrant local retail environment. Student retail spending in the area stands at roughly $2 billion annually while total spending has reached $10.7 billion.

payrolls in 2015, increasing

local jobs by 1.9%, adding to the 48,000 positions and 1.8% gain in 2014.

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