8 Garrison Street has six homes in six single-unit buildings and no multi-unit buildings. Each unit sits in its own building. Homes include 0-bedroom, 1-bedroom, and 2-bedroom units. The smallest unit measures 305 square feet and the largest measures 590 square feet. Residents use a shared Laundry room, Hot Water service, and Elevators. Elevators provide access within buildings that include them. The community includes a Bike Path, Highway Access, a House of Worship, Public Transportation, a Park, and Tennis Courts. Public Transportation stops and Highway Access connect the area. A House of Worship sits on site. The community does not allow pets. The community does not restrict residency to seniors. Residents use the Laundry room for clothes care. Hot Water service comes through the association. Tennis Courts sit on site. Residents may reach other areas by Public Transportation and Highway Access.
Back Bay is Boston’s historic district known for its Victorian brownstones. The area has wide, tree-lined streets and the Commonwealth Avenue Mall. It hosts Copley Square with Trinity Church and the Boston Public Library. Shoppers walk Newbury Street for small shops and cafes. The Prudential Center and nearby malls offer stores and food options. The Charles River and the Esplanade give space for walking and biking. The district has many hotels, grocery stores, and pharmacies. Commuters use nearby stations, MBTA lines, and commuter rail to reach downtown and suburbs.