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Top 10 Leevli: the best
neighborhoods to live in

A ranking built from data and verified resident reviews.

The Top 10 Leevli gathers the highest-rated neighborhoods on the platform. Unlike rankings that use only public data, it combines market information with the opinions of those who actually live in each neighborhood. Use the list as a starting point, and when you find a neighborhood that interests you, talk to the residents to understand if it matches your goals.
Ilustração do guia

Each neighborhood receives an overall Leevli Score and grades in each evaluated dimension. Neighborhoods with a high score are highlighted as “Outstanding” on the platform. The columns in the site's table are: Neighborhood, Quietness (quiet nightlife), Walkability, Family infrastructure, Urban mobility, Local shops, Physical activities, Safety, Nightlife, and the overall Leevli Score.

Top 10 Leevli. The best neighborhoods to live in!

Neighborhood
Quiet Night
Easy Walk
Family Infrastructure
Easy Transit
Local Shops
Physical Activities
Safety
Night Life
Leevli score

1st. Colonial Village, Arlington, VA

Colonial Village is located in Arlington, Virginia, across the river from Washington, D.C. It is a residential area known for its tranquility, tree-lined streets, and proximity to the capital, a combination valued by families and professionals working in the Washington metropolitan area. Access to transportation and services is usually a strong point of the neighborhood.

2nd. Harbour Island, Tampa, FL

Harbour Island is a residential island in downtown Tampa, Florida, connected to the city by a bridge. It is a master-planned area sought after by those looking for a more private environment, with water views and proximity to downtown. For the Brazilian public, it adds the appeal of Florida's climate to a calm neighborhood profile.

3rd. Atlantic Station, Atlanta, GA

Atlantic Station is a mixed-use neighborhood in Atlanta, Georgia, that combines housing, retail, and offices in a walkable area. It attracts those who like to have shops, restaurants, and services nearby and value day-to-day convenience. Atlanta is a growing market with a cost of living generally more affordable than that of major coastal cities.

4th. Cambridgeport, Cambridge, MA

Cambridgeport is located in Cambridge, Massachusetts, in the Boston metropolitan area, close to leading universities. It is a residential neighborhood sought after by families and those connected to the academic and professional environment of the region. The Boston area has established Brazilian communities.

5th. City Center, Santa Monica, CA

City Center, in Santa Monica, California, is a central, walkable area near the coast. It is sought after by those who value being close to shops, services, and the waterfront, in one of the best-known regions of the American West Coast. It is a high-cost-of-living market.

6th. Battery Park, New York, NY

Battery Park City is located at the southern tip of Manhattan, in New York, by the water. It is a master-planned residential area with parks and promenades, valued for offering a quieter environment within one of the busiest cities in the world. Note for buyers: many buildings in New York are co-ops, which have their own buyer approval rules.

7th. Evergreen Park, Palo Alto, CA

Evergreen Park is a residential neighborhood in Palo Alto, California, in the heart of the region known as Silicon Valley. It is an area sought after by families and professionals connected to the technology sector. It is one of the most expensive real estate markets in the United States.

8th. Penn Wynne, Philadelphia (metropolitan area), PA

Penn Wynne is a residential area in the Philadelphia metropolitan area, Pennsylvania. It is known for its suburban and family-friendly character, with quiet houses and streets, and tends to attract those looking for a calm residential environment with access to the city.

9th. Downtown JC, Jersey City, NJ

Downtown Jersey City is in New Jersey, across the Hudson River from Manhattan. It is an urban, walkable area that has become a popular alternative to New York, with good transportation access to the city and a more residential profile.

10th. Downtown North, Palo Alto, CA

Downtown North is a central neighborhood in Palo Alto, California, close to downtown and services. Like the rest of Palo Alto, it is located in one of the most highly valued regions in the country, attractive to those connected to the technology sector.

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