Saugus is a relaxed, residential Boston suburb with classic New England charm—quiet neighborhoods, easy coastal access, and local highlights like the historic Saugus Iron Works—making it a comfortable, low‑drama place to settle into for multi‑week assignments.
You’re also just a short drive or transit ride from Boston for big‑city dining, museums and major hospitals, and close enough to Salem’s historic waterfront for lively weekend options, so it’s an easy home base that still offers plenty to do.