Parkside Commons Apartments

This is actually a nice place but there are definitely a few things that remind you this is still a discount location.
Location: honestly you should consider this first. You are within walking distance of a discount mall and a few cheaper resturaunt a but the list of decent resturaunt a is very short so hopefully you like to cook. Also — neighborhood is very diverse — not judging or discriminating — simply informing.
You are very close to the airport and for me that is the biggest factor. If you travel a lot this works really well.
Amenities: Candy (receptionist at the front desk) seems pretty nice. I saw some negative google reviews but I have no complaints. Pool is nice but can get a bit crowded with kids. The gym is almost empty all the time so despite the size (small) I always get an elliptical (3 ellipticals + 3 treadmills). Parking is a but tight but there are always garage spots (this does cost $ 60 extra a month).
The apartment: I live (d) in a 1bd and it is definitely spacious (per Boston standards). Bigger closet but still tough for two people to share. I think the pictures will have to cover this.
If you don’t care about the neighborhood as much this might be a 4 star but I just can’t after all the driving to get to decent food and the lack of MTBA access (seems like it should run here).
Hope this helps all you potential renters!