Listing Owner
Member Since 2025
The Location & Transit This first-floor, 1-bedroom apartment is located in Boston's Allston neighborhood. It offers an exceptional commute for academics: 10 minutes by bus or bike to Harvard University and Boston University, and 30 minutes to Boston College and Northeastern University. Public Transit: Direct access to the BU Medical Campus, downtown Boston, and the B Green Line train. Walkability: Located a 5-10 minute walk from grocery stores, restaurants, parks, regional rail, and a public library. The Street: Situated on a quiet residential street with a park; the area is very safe and walkable with friendly neighbors. While the street is driver-friendly, driving is not a necessity here. The Space & Work Environment We are professors going away on sabbatical for the school year and are looking for a tenant to enjoy our home. This space is especially well-suited for a couple looking to work from home. Dual Workspaces: The large living room includes two work desks equipped with ergonomic chairs. High-Speed Connectivity: Reliable internet with speeds of 600mbps+. Comfort & Light: The living room/workspace receives lots of natural light, creating an inviting environment for productivity. Scholarly Extras: Tenants are invited to make use of our personal library and writing spaces. Bedroom: Features a Queen bed in a quiet part of the street. Home Amenities & Logistics Turnkey Ready: This is a fully furnished home that includes all necessary linens and towels, allowing you to settle in immediately. Rent & Utilities: Monthly rent is $2,800, which is all-inclusive of heat, electricity, water, and high-speed internet. Kitchen: A large, fully equipped kitchen and dining room designed for real cooking. Climate Control: AC units are provided for both the living room and the kitchen. Laundry: In-building laundry features a free washer and a coin-operated dryer (a drying rack is also provided in-unit). Storage: Three closets will be fully cleared out for the tenant's use. Outdoor Living: Access to an outdoor patio space featuring a hammock and a grill. Expectations: We ask for help with bringing in the mail and watering a few simple indoor plants.
30 Days | Dates are flexible for this listing
Harvard University
Allston
Boston | Cambridge
Comments: The location is excellent with public transit available to all regional universities, downtown Boston, and also regional rail. The home is a ~15 min bus/train ride to Harvard, Boston U, and Boston College.
Comments: Utilities include heat, electricity, water, and internet.
Generally care for our home while we are away.
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Comments: Generally care for our home while we are away.
Furnished
High Speed Internet
Wi-Fi
TV
Printer
Balcony or Patio
Stairs
Air Conditioning
Oven
Stove
Microwave
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Washer
Dryer
Comments: 1st floor apartment in a walk up building, fully furnished (including two desks with office chairs). There is a washer/dryer in the basement and AC units are available for the living room and bedroom. All appliances in the kitchen are new.
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Listing Owner
Member Since 2025
Comments: We are looking for someone who is able to take on the full school year as a tenant.