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Home organization is essential when you live in cramp quarters. Without it, stuff piles up and become a source of headaches. No one wants that, right? Read on for my top home organization suggestions.

1. Wall Shelves
The key to home organization in a small space is using your vertical space. Wall shelves allow you to use all of your walls, from the floor to the ceiling, as storage space. Keep books, DVDs and CDs on the shelves, along with framed photographs and mementos. Wall shelves are also great for displaying any of your collections, whether it’s sewing machines, dolls or baseballs.

2. Shoe Organizer
Shoes have a way of separating from their mate and piling up on each other into a giant mess. They become eyesores and take up valuable real estate in the closet. The best way to keep them is in a shoe organizer designed to hang over the door. Not much else can hang there, and it will clear up the floor of your closet for other items.

3. Decorative Storage Trunk
A chest is perfect for storing large items that are rarely used, and because of its size, it’s also great for placing items on top of it. It can be used as a coffee table, placed at the foot of your bed and used as a bench or against the wall with an attractive cloth over it and books, vases of flowers or plants on top of it.

4. Storage Ottomans
The key to home organization in small spaces is to have multi-functional furniture. And it’s very easy to find ottomans with more than one use. Ottomans can be used to prop your feet up or act as seating during parties. Many attractive ones have lids that come off to reveal a hollow inside for storing stuff. Since the storage space is easy to access, keep items that you regularly use, such as the TV programming guide, books that you’re reading or snack food.

5. Under-the-bed Storage
Clear plastic storage bins that are designed specifically for under your bed are essential for small spaces. They’re perfect for storing items that you want out of sight and don’t use regularly, such as extra bedding, seasonal clothing, and hardware tools.

6. TV Stand with Shelves or Cabinets
In the modern world, pretty much everyone owns a TV. Like the bed, it’s an essential part of one’s home. Since it will take up your limited space, use this opportunity to buy a TV stand that has shelves not just for your VCR or DVD player but storage to hold DVDs, book, magazines or any other miscellany.

7. Stackable Plastic Drawers
Look for storage that is customizable, such as stackable plastic drawers. That way, if you only have space for two drawers, you won’t have to struggle with an ensemble that is too big. Plastic drawers are inexpensive and great for organizing the closet space beneath your hanging clothing. In them, you can store folded clothing, athletic equipment, iron, and laundry supplies.

8. Hooks
Like wall shelves, hooks turn empty walls into storage receptacles. They allow you to keep regularly used items accessible. Use them to keep coats, scarves, umbrellas and bags by the entrance way. Try hanging a container from one and store your cell phone, keys and ID pass.

9. Bed Frame With Built-in Drawers
If you’re short on closet space and have little room for a chest of drawers, one reader suggested a bed frame with drawers that are underneath the mattress. They’re easier to access than under-bed storage. But make sure to find one which has drawers that slide out easily.

Looking for an apartment in and around Boston can sometimes be overwhelming. Don’t get stuck living somewhere you dislike simply because you forgot to check something out first.

1. Heat/Thermostat

Check for a thermostat and ask about what kind of heat is used. Sometimes heat is included in your rent, and the tenant cannot control the temperature. Some places have electric baseboard heat, which can be more expensive than gas or oil. If it is electric, check with your local utility company, which may offer discounts on using electric heat.

2. Closets/Storage

Pay special attention to closet space and find out if there is a storage option. Older buildings in and around Boston do not always have a lot of closets or storage space, so you may find yourself in a tough spot without room to put your belongings.

3. Windows

Check windows to make sure they close securely, so that you don’t waste money on heating and cooling costs. You also want to protect yourself against potential water damage.

4. Appliances

Check for appliances, such as a refrigerator, range, washer and dryer. Some places do not include these with the unit.

5. Bathroom

Assess the bathroom situation. If you plan on living with roommates, make sure the bathroom is large enough to accommodate everyone and their stuff. Also, check for mold or mildew on the walls—a sign of poor ventilation, which could lead to health issues.

6. Water pressure

It’s hard to shower or get your dishes clean without enough water pressure. Feel free to turn the shower and sinks on. Pay special attention to how well they drain. A slow drain can be a sign of a major plumbing issue.

7. Outlets

Count the number of electrical outlets in each room. It’s a good idea to have at least one 3-pronged outlet (grounded) in each room. Also, ask if the unit has a restriction on amps. A lot of older buildings with obsolete wiring simply cannot handle too much electricity use, so appliances like air conditioners and dishwashers may be out of the question. If an outlet is within six feet of a water source, it needs to have a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) installed to help avoid a potential shock hazard.

8. Parking

If you have a car, ask if parking is available and whether or not you need a permit to park on the street. If a permit is required, you will need to get a sticker through City Hall. Also, ask about how to deal with visitor parking. Sometimes visitor passes are required and can be purchased for a fee.

9. Repairs

Inspect the apartment for anything that may be in need of repair and document it with the agent to ensure you are not charged for damages when your lease is up. You can request that these things be repaired prior to your move-in date, or if it’s a small cosmetic thing, you may even be able to bump your rent down a bit if it’s something you can live with.

10. Measure

Bring a measuring tape with you for entryways and hallways to make sure your furniture will fit.

11. Research

If you can manage it, try and talk with the current or previous tenant to see why they are moving out and what their thoughts are on the apartment and location. Oftentimes, they will shed light on anything they might perceive as a negative, but take it with a grain of salt. Make sure to ask if there are any problems with insects or rodents.

12. Surroundings

Proximity to transportation, grocery store, Laundromat, and restaurants is important to some. Some areas inside the city are not necessarily close to these types of establishments. This can be a big nuisance if you do not plan on having a car.

13. Take pictures

Take photos of every room from different angles. That way, you can compare the places you looked at to help you make your decision. Plus, having photos can help you plan your living set-up and will help to make your move a bit easier.

14. Take notes

Bring a notebook. Write down which units have utilities included, the size of each apartment, number of rooms, general likes and dislikes, measurements, closet locations, electrical-outlet locations, and maybe even a sketch of the floor plan.

Helpful hints

• Beware of high-pressure agents. Yes, there is a lot of demand in the Boston area for apartments, but the market is more favorable toward renters now as high prices and a lagging economy have forced a lot of would-be renters outside the city limits. It might be worth a shot to try and negotiate the price or make a deal.

• Don’t let an agent rush you through a unit. Take your time to look around and get a feel for it. Since you could be in this space for at least a year, it’s important to be happy with your new home.

• Not all apartments are created equal in Boston and not all of them have a place to relax outside. If this is important to you, ask if there is a roof deck or any kind of patio or outdoor area.

• If you’re on a budget, try to find a no or half-fee apartment. A lot of buildings and complexes with in-house Rewards & Incentives teams do not require a fee. Most people can expect to pay first, last, and security (usually equal to 1 month’s rent) up-front, so adding a fee on top of that can add up to a rather large bill. Also, a lot of landlords will opt to pay the fee (or half of it) for you if they are desperate enough to fill the space. Another option might be to find owner-occupied properties, which usually do not have a fee.

• Ask about what cable services are available and make sure to check your cell phone signal.

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Charlestown is a part of the city of Boston, Massachusetts located on a peninsula north of Boston proper. Charlestown was originally a separate town and the first capital of the Massachusetts Bay Colony; it became a city in 1847 and was annexed by Boston on January 5, 1874. Although it has had a substantial Irish American population since the migration of Irish during the Irish famine of the 1840s, since the late 1980s the neighborhood has changed dramatically because of its close proximity to downtown and its colonial architecture.

Geography
Charlestown is located north of Boston proper on a peninsula extending southeast between the Charles River and the Mystic River. The geographic extent of the neighborhood has changed dramatically from its colonial ancestor. Landfill operations have expanded much of Boston, lowering hills, and have expanded Charlestown, eliminating the narrow Charlestown Neck that connected the northwest end of the Charlestown Peninsula to the mainland. The original territory also included present-day Somerville, which was incorporated as a separate town in 1842. At the time, Charlestown proper was urbanizing, while Somerville was still largely rural.

History

Originally a Puritan British city during the Colonial era (a time to which many of the neighborhood’s structures date), Charlestown was founded in 1628, and settled July 4, 1629, by Thomas Graves, Rev. Francis Bright, Ralph, Richard and William Sprague and about 100 others who preceded the Great Migration. John Winthrop’s company stopped here for some time in 1630, before deciding to settle across the Charles River at Boston.

On June 17, 1775 the Charlestown Peninsula was the site of the Battle of Bunker Hill. In fact, the battle actually took place on Breed’s Hill, which overlooked the harbor and the town and was only about 400 yards from the southern end of the peninsula; Bunker Hill was near the northwest end of the peninsula, close to Charlestown neck and about a mile from the Charles River. The city, including its wharfs and dockyards, was destroyed by fire during the battle.

Around the 1860s an influx of Irish immigrants arrived in the Charlestown. The neighborhood remained an Irish stronghold in the cultural, economic, and Catholic traditions of neighborhoods like South Boston (“Southie”), Somerville, and Dorchester. On October 7, 1873, a vote was held to determine whether Charlestown should join Boston; Boston residents approved the question, 5960-1868, and Charlestown residents also approved, 2240-1947.^[1] Stoneham (1725) and Somerville (1842) were carved out of Charlestown.

During the early 1960s, The Boston Redevelopment Authority(BRA) initiated plans to demolish and redevelop 60% of the housing in Charlestown^[2] In 1963, the BRA held a town meeting to discuss their plans with the community. The BRA’s dealings with Boston’s West End had created an atmosphere of distrust towards urban renewal in Boston, and Charlestown residents opposed the plan by an overwhelming majority. By 1965, the plan had been reduced to only tearing down 11% of the neighborhood, including the removal of the elevated rail tracks.

Throughout the 1960s until the middle ’90s, Charlestown was infamous for its Irish Mob presence. Charlestown’s McLaughlin Brothers were involved in a gang war with neighboring Somerville’s Winter Hill Gang, during the Irish Mob Wars of the 1960s. In the late 1980s, however, Charlestown underwent a massive gentrification process similar to that of the South End. Drawn to its proximity to downtown and its colonial, red-brick, row-house housing stock similar to that of Beacon Hill, many upper-middle class professionals moved to the neighborhood. Today the neighborhood is a mix of upper-middle class residences, housing projects, and a large working class Irish-American demographic that is still predominant.

Places of interest

Charlestown contains several places of historical interest, many of which are marked by the northern end of Boston’s Freedom Trail. The freedom trail ends at the Bunker Hill Monument commemorating the famous Battle of Bunker Hill. The USS Constitution, the oldest commissioned vessel in the US Navy, is docked in the Charlestown Navy Yard. Charlestown was also the location from which Paul Revere began his famous “midnight ride” before the Battle of Lexington and Concord. A local restaurant still in operation, The Warren Tavern, claims to have been one of Revere’s favorite taverns.

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