Lynn is the ninth-largest municipality in Massachusetts and the largest city in Essex County. As an official part of Greater Boston’s urban inner core, with plenty of entertainment. Before it became an art and cultural hotspot, Lynn was referred to as the “City of Sin” because of its extremely high crime rates. But because of recent work on infrastructure, Lynn is now known for its art, immigrant population, architecture, and public parks.
In the early 2000s, Lynn officials worked hard to revitalize the city’s reputation. They adapted to reuse historic structures and offered more opportunities for arts, entertainment, and culture. Today, Lynn is home to nearly 94,000 residents. In 2018, the Boston Globe named Lynn one of the top spots to live in the Greater Boston region.
In addition to the historic architecture and abundance of nightlife, locals and tourists can also enjoy several protected sites, like the oceanfront Lynn Shore Reservation, and the Frederick Law Olmsted-designed Lynn Woods Reservation. However, having access to the ocean and centuries-old buildings often means that unwanted pests, including termites and rodents, aren’t too far behind.