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Roomy, renovated 1-bedroom near shops & 73 bus; 15 min to Harvard Sq.

Belmont, Massachusetts, United States
Rates from USD $2500 | Monthly

Apartment or Condo | Entire Home
Available Dates:
From August 14, 2026

Description

Fully furnished and well-appointed 1+ bedroom apartment located in quiet Belmont, the town just next door to Cambridge. Well suited for a single occupant or couple. The unit is very large for a one bedroom unit (it was a 2-bedroom before renovation). Includes living room, dining room, bedroom, sunroom with guest bed, spacious office and renovated kitchen. All supplies provided for day-to-day living, including linens, china, glassware, cooking pots/pans, serving dishes, etc. We are new to 'Sabbatical Homes' but we have rented to multiple academics visiting Harvard from abroad on other platforms. We are happy to share those reviews, viewable on another listing site. We can also put you in touch with past tenants who are academics, and can offer a tour of the apartment in-person or via Facetime. A little bit more about the space: > The apartment is located in a two-family home on a quiet street. We (owners) live upstairs in a separate apartment; we are happy to be as helpful or as uninvolved as you prefer. :) > The bedroom has a full-size (double) bed. All linens provided. > The kitchen is fully remodeled with high-end appliances in excellent condition. > In-unit laundry; full-sized, new machines. > Small air conditioner (window unit) for back of apartment. Tenant provides additional A/C if needed. > Back porch and shared back patio area with seating. > Walkable, safe neighborhood near shops and restaurants; <5 minutes walking to the 73 bus. > Bike commuting to Cambridge is straightforward; secure, shared garage storage for up to two bikes. > Note: there is no parking on site and our town does not allow overnight street parking. About us: I'm a freelance researcher and my husband is an epidemiologist for the American Red Cross. We have been living in this 2-family home for 20+ years and raised our four kids here. We've enjoyed many wonderful tenants over that time. We are easygoing and generally quiet; we hope to find folks who will enjoy the neighborhood and take good care of the apartment.

Bedrooms
1

Bathrooms
1

Offices
1

Size
1,200 ft2

Suited For
2

Property Type
Apartment or Condo

Availability

From August 14, 2026

Minimum Stay

3 Months | Dates are flexible for this listing

Comments: We are flexible about dates, but generally prefer longer-term tenants if possible.

Location

Apartment or Condo in Belmont, Massachusetts, United States

Closest University

Harvard University

Nearby Universities
Northeastern University | Boston University | Massachusetts Institute of Technology | Tufts University | Bentley University
Neighborhood

Cushing Square

Nearby Cities

Cambridge

Comments: Quiet, safe, walkable neighborhood; close to 73 bus, shops, restaurants. 15 min bus ride to Harvard Square.

Explore the Area

Surroundings

  • Off Campus
  • Bike to Campus
  • Suburban
  • Near Restaurants
  • Near Neighborhood School
  • Near Shops
  • Near Public Transportation

Rental Rates and Terms

Rates from USD $2500 Monthly | Negotiable

Utilities are not included

A cleaning service is not included

Comments: Water and high speed internet are included. Tenants pays for gas and electric. If your stay is short, we're willing to pay for all utilities for a reasonable fee.

Considerations

The home is not suitable for young kids

Pets are not allowed

Smoking is not allowed

Ask about the availability of a car

Comments: The primary bedroom has a full-size bed (not queen). There is also a small bed for guests in a sunroom, but the room is tiny with no storage/closet, so not a true bedroom.

Features

Interior

Furnished

Connectivity

High Speed Internet

Wi-Fi

TV

Exterior

Balcony or Patio

Garden

Backyard

Temperature Control

Air Conditioning

Appliances

Oven

Stove

Refrigerator

Dishwasher

Washer

Dryer

Comments: The apartment is fully furnished with all the items needed for daily living (e.g. linens, china, cooking pots/pans, etc). Locked storage for bicycles. Parking available for mid-to-small vehicles. (No XXL SUVs due to space constraints.)

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Listing Owner

Member Since 2026

Trust Score (2)
Individual Outside of Academia

Listing Owner

Member Since 2026

Trust Score (2)
Individual Outside of Academia
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