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Spacious, bright two-story condo close to Harvard Square

Watertown, Massachusetts, United States
Rates from USD $4500 | Monthly

Apartment or Condo | Entire Home | House Sitting Negotiable
Available Dates:
From August 1, 2024 until July 31, 2025

Description

I am a professor of philosophy at Boston College, and my wife is the director of a non-profit organization. We moved to East Watertown a few years ago, and we really like the area. It has lots of local character (e.g. a great vegan restaurant at the end of our block, and a vibrant Armenian-American community). It is also very walkable for both fun and practical things (e.g. Intelligentsia Coffee, Target Arsenal ). And there is great access to some of the best outdoor spaces in the area (Charles River, Fresh Pond, Mount Auburn Cemetery). The Cambridge-Watertown Greenway (walking and bike bath) is nearby. Also, there is a quick and easy bus that stops close to our house and goes straight into Harvard Square. Our home is warm and cozy and would be ideal for a family or couple. It is currently set up with an office and guest room downstairs, in addition to the main bedroom and nursery room upstairs. We can make some adjustments to the arrangement if requested. Our condo is on the top two floors of our building. Our neighbor lives on the first floor. We enjoy great views from our deck, and wonderful light in our unit (including from the skylights upstairs). We will provide a house-cleaner once a month, included in the cost of the rent. We have at least one bike (maybe, two) that you’d be welcome to use. There is a small backyard that we share with our downstairs neighbor. The nicest place to be outside, however, is the deck!

Bedrooms
3

Bathrooms
2

Offices
1

Size
2,000 ft2

Suited For
4

Property Type
Apartment or Condo

Availability

From August 1, 2024 until July 31, 2025

Minimum Stay

9 Months | Dates are flexible for this listing

Comments: We are looking to lease our home for the '24 - '25 academic year. We can be flexible on the exact start and end dates.

Location

Apartment or Condo in Watertown, Massachusetts, United States

Closest University

Harvard University

Nearby Universities
Massachusetts Institute of Technology | Boston College | Boston University | Brandeis University
Neighborhood

East Watertown

Nearby Cities

Boston | Cambridge

Comments: 35 minute walk / 10 minute bus ride to Harvard. Close to Charles River, Fresh Pond, Watertown bike path, and Mount Auburn Cemetery. Steps to local restaurants. Skylights in the main bedroom, and upstairs deck with view of the Boston skyline!

Explore the Area

Surroundings

  • Walk to Campus
  • Bike to Campus
  • Urban
  • Near Park
  • Near Restaurants
  • Near Shops
  • Near Public Transportation

Rental Rates and Terms

Rates from USD $4500 Monthly

Utilities are not included

A cleaning service is included

Comments: The bedrooms / offices set-up is flexible, and can be adjusted based on the needs of the tenants. Also, In addition to the 3rd floor deck, there is also a front balcony on the 2nd floor. Rent includes water, trash/recycling, internet, and cleaner.

Considerations

The home is suitable for young kids

Pets are not allowed

Smoking is not allowed

A car is not available

Comments: Easy, free street parking. Watertown requires parking in the driveway overnight during the winter months.

House Sitting

I may need help while I am away

I may need help with plants or garden

Water a handful of houseplants once a week.

Features

Interior

Furnished

Baby Furniture

Connectivity

High Speed Internet

Wi-Fi

Printer

Exterior

Balcony or Patio

Accessibility

Stairs

Temperature Control

Air Conditioning

Appliances

Oven

Stove

Refrigerator

Dishwasher

Washer

Dryer

Comments: There is a bike machine you are welcome to use! And also at least one real bike.

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