Greater availability, lower prices and proximity to NYC have supported demand for Boston apartments during the pandemic. That implies demand may edge back as the country reopens, and some workers return to NYC. Rental growth is therefore likely to underperform compared to other cities over the next year or so. However, beyond that, growth in life sciences will continue to create well paid jobs and keep interest in living near the city high.
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