4 Boston Suburbs Where Rent Has Increased The Most
By the looks of the most recent apartment data in Boston, it appears that rent growth in Boston’s suburbs is outpacing that of the city coming out of the COVID-19 pandemic. Like so many other US real estate markets, housing demand was higher in suburban areas than it was in Boston throughout most of the pandemic. Boston’s core markets endured major supply upheaval as a result of remote learning and remote work, while many of Boston’s suburbs saw a relatively low amount of disruption.
This shift in demand has resulted in a -2.06% loss in Boston’s average rent price compared to January 2020, prior to COVID coming to town. Compare that to Boston’s suburban average rent drop of -1.01%, you can see that prices are down more than twice as much in Boston proper as they are in the burbs.
Surprisingly, out of the 12 suburban areas closest to Boston, only four have recorded increases compared to their pre pandemic levels.
What Are the Symtoms of Endometriosis?
Endometriosis is a reproductive disorder affecting 2-10% of American women. It can cause pain and discomfort in the reproductive organs, and is one of the leading causes of infertility in women.
Endometriosis, or endo, occurs when the endometrial tissue that normally lines the walls of the uterus begins to form on the outside of the uterine cavity. Your normal menstrual cycle flushes this tissue out each month, but not in the case of endometriosis because it is growing outside of the uterus. It becomes stuck where it develops, and it can cause irritation to the surrounding tissue that can lead to scarring, lesions, fibrous tissue, and/or cysts to develop.
Symptoms of endo are similar to those of normal menstruation, but are typically more painful and/or severe. Some of the symptoms of endo include but are not limited to:
Condos in Boston Neighborhoods Under $500,000
The number of Boston condos for sale is limited right now, especially below the $500,000 price point. That being said, there is usually a constant demand for Boston condos. Many are still receiving multiple offers within 24 hours of being listed. While we have seen a slight decline in Boston condos and single family home sales overall, both rising inflation and mortgage rates, as well as low inventory, are primary contributing factors.
While the average price per square foot in Boston is $832 per SF, that varies across neighborhoods. For example, in the Seaport District, the average price per square foot of a condo is $1,596. In Downtown Boston, it is $1,157/SF and in Back Bay it’s $1,320. West Roxbury is one of the more affordable neighborhoods, at $444/ SF along with Roslindale at $466. It’s also worth mentioning that the price per square foot is typically lower for larger homes. This means that if you’re looking to purchase a 1- bedroom condo, the price per square foot will likely be higher than if you were purchasing a 3- bedroom condo in the same area, but that doesn’t mean it’s not a good deal overall.
Boston VC Funding Fueling Red Hot Housing Market
Pitchbook recently released their NVCA Venture Monitor for 2021, and Boston has again set a record high for venture capital funding. Last year, Boston-based startups attracted $34.9 billion in capital funding. For the fifth consecutive year, Boston ranked 3rd highest among all metros in their regional spotlight, behind New York and San Francisco.
According to Pitchbook’s data, Boston saw a 194.9% increase in total VC capital compared to 2020. Nationwide the amount of VC funding nearly doubled to $329 billion, up from $166.6B in 2020. Boston, New York, and San Francisco hold a lion’s share of this total funding, with the 3 metros accounting for over $205B of all venture capital funding in the US. Miami, New York, Chicago and Denver saw the biggest YOY increases in total capital funding, all of which saw total dollars invested increase by more than 240% year-over-year.
For Boston, this means even more opportunities flowing to the metropolitan area in the form of white collar tech and science jobs. This comes along with news that Massachusetts actually lost residents for the second year in a row after a decades long span of population growth. Despite the state’s net loss of residents, Boston continues to grow in population thanks in large part to the amount of new opportunity flowing to the area and steadily increasing enrollment at local universities.
Leading Causes of Infertility Among Women
According to the CDC, roughly 19% of women aged 15 to 49 are considered infertile or unable to get pregnant. Infertility is defined as an inability to conceive or get pregnant after one year of frequent unprotected sex. While the exact cause of female infertility can be difficult to diagnose, there are some common causes that are known in the medical field. This article will break down some of the leading causes of infertility in women.
Failure to Ovulate – this is the most common cause of female infertility, occurring in 40% of women with infertility issues. Failure to ovulate can occur for a number of reasons, among them age, diet, low body fat related to intense exercise, and/or ovulation disorders.
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) – This is the most common ovulation disorder known to cause infertility, affecting 5-10% of females. It leads to a hormonal imbalance which interferes with a woman’s ability to ovulate regularly.
South Boston Average Rent Price Rapidly Approaching $3K
Following a year of pandemic related market uncertainty, South Boston’s rental market has turned a corner and has recorded rapid rent price growth since November. Now, the average rent price for apartments in South Boston sits at an all-time high of $2,990 and looks primed to break the $3,000 mark within the next few weeks.
Just a year ago, the average rent price in South Boston was down by -4.08% after apartment availability surpassed 4% for the first time in years. Despite the higher than average availability, South Boston never saw the unprecedented supply glut that many of the city’s premium markets endured. Now twelve months later, the most recent rental data for Southie shows that the rent price is up 8.25% year-over-year and continuing to push higher and higher after surpassing its all-time high in February of this year.
Prices began to trend back upwards in South Boston in November after apartment availability shattered its all-time low mark in October. Apartment availability dropped to a staggering 0.35% in October, nearly 50% below its all-time low of 0.81% set in February 2019. Since then, Southie’s average rent price has climbed by $250 from its October level of $2,745.
Risks of Endometriosis During Pregnancy
Endometriosis is a reproductive disorder affecting 2-10% of American women. It can cause pain and discomfort in the reproductive organs, and is one of the leading causes of infertility in women.
Endometriosis, or endo, occurs when the endometrial tissue that normally lines the walls of the uterus begins to form on the outside of the uterine cavity. Your normal menstrual cycle flushes this tissue out each month, but not in the case of endometriosis because it is growing outside of the uterus. It becomes stuck where it develops, and it can cause irritation to the surrounding tissue that can lead to scarring, lesions, fibrous tissue, and/or cysts to develop.
Symptoms of endo are similar to those of normal menstruation, but are typically more painful and/or severe. Some of the symptoms of endo include but are not limited to:
What is Pregorexia? Anorexia and Pregnancy Explained
Pregorexia is a term used to describe women who are struggling with body image during pregnancy. It’s a mashup of two words: pregnancy and anorexia, and is not at all a medical term. Unfortunately, this term has become popular over the last 10-15 years, and it may create a stigma among women that it’s normal to have anorexia while pregnant.
While it’s completely normal to have body image concerns during pregnancy, it is certainly not normal or good to starve yourself during pregnancy. A pregnant woman’s diet is the main source of nutrition for a developing baby, and depriving yourself of vital nutrients during pregnancy can have severe consequences for both mom and baby.
Pregnant women who suffer from anorexia can put themselves at an increased risk for a number of health complications, including gestational diabetes, preeclampsia, difficulty nursing, and depression both during pregnancy and postpartum. For your unborn baby, anorexia can cause slower development, low birth weight, respiratory problems, and preterm labor.
Risks of Eating Disorders During Pregnancy
Pregnancy can have a drastic impact on a woman’s body image, especially those who have had or currently have an eating disorder. The weight gain associated with pregnancy can cause stress and anxiety for mom, which can lead to poor or unhealthy eating habits. While it’s completely normal to have these feelings, it’s even more important to understand the causal link between your diet and your baby’s health.
Mom’s diet and nutrition is incredibly important to the development of a baby throughout pregnancy. Below are some risks associated with eating disorders and pregnancy.
2022 Back Bay Apartment Rental Market Report
It’s been a roller coaster two years for Boston’s most expensive apartment rental market, Back Bay. Prior to the pandemic, Back Bay was experiencing record lows in apartment availability and vacancies alongside all-time high average rent prices. Then in 2020, COVID-19 dramatically increased the apartment supply.
The real-time vacancy rate (RTVR) for Back Bay apartments was launched sky-high, eclipsing the 7% mark in September 2020 for the first time on record. Then, starting in March of last year, the RTVR rapidly contracted. By September of 2021, Back Bay had set a new all-time low RTVR.
