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Nice Home w/ Parking, quick car/bus ride to Harvard Sq & Subway to Boston

Watertown, Massachusetts, United States
Rates from USD $5500 | Monthly

House | Entire Home | House Sitting Negotiable
Available Dates:
From September 6, 2026 until June 1, 2027

Description

Our furnished, comfortable single-family home in Watertown is ideal for visitors to the Boston area. The house is a 10-minute bus ride to Harvard Square, with a bus stop a one-minute walk from our front door. Harvard Square provides easy Red Line subway access to Harvard, MIT, Massachusetts General Hospital, Kendall Square, downtown Boston, Tufts University. The neighborhood is residential, with restaurants, cafés, and shops. In addition to three bedrooms, there are two separate office/work spaces. There is very good wifi. The house has a fully equipped kitchen and well-suited for relaxing at the end of the day or for continued work. There is a small front yard as well as a back yard with a modest patio and grill. Recent upgrades include a new roof and a new high-efficiency heat-pump HVAC system providing efficient heating and air conditioning. Two driveways allow for a maximum of 3 cars to park off the street. The home can sleep up to seven people, but we limit occupancy to four to five residents to maintain the property and keep utilities manageable. Utilities and high-speed internet are included in the rent. Watertown is a popular neighborhood because of its easy access to Harvard Square, quiet streets, and proximity to the Charles River bike path. - 10 min bus to Harvard Square - Bus stop 1 minute walk - 20 min bike to Harvard Square - Near Charles River bike path that leads to Cambridge, Boston, and beyond - 3 bedrooms - 2 dedicated offices - Heat-pump HVAC (AC + heat) - High-speed internet included - Two driveways / off-street parking - Walk to restaurants, cafés, grocery stores

Bedrooms
2

Bathrooms
3

Offices
2

Size
2,300 ft2

Suited For
4

Property Type
House

Availability

From September 6, 2026 until June 1, 2027

Minimum Stay

3 Months | Dates are flexible for this listing

Comments: Dates are flexible.

Location

House in Watertown, Massachusetts, United States

Closest University

Harvard University

Nearby Universities
Boston University | Massachusetts Institute of Technology | UMass Boston | Tufts University | Lesley University | Boston College
Neighborhood

East Watertown

Nearby Cities

Boston | Belmont | Newton | Cambridge | Somerville

Comments: 10 min bus ride to Harvard Square. Take subway from Harvard Square to anywhere in Boston area. 2 min walk from restaurants, groceries. Office space.

Explore the Area

Surroundings

  • Off Campus
  • Bike to Campus
  • Urban
  • Writer's Sanctuary
  • Architectural Gem
  • Near Park
  • Near Restaurants
  • Near Neighborhood School
  • Near Shops
  • Near Public Transportation

Rental Rates and Terms

Rates from USD $5500 Monthly | Negotiable

Utilities are included

A cleaning service can be discussed

Considerations

The home is suitable for young kids

Pets are not allowed

Smoking is not allowed

A car is not available

Comments: Lots of natural light

House Sitting

I may need help while I am away

I may need help with mail and deliveries

Recovering any mail that isn't held by delivery suspension or forwarding

I may need help with plants or garden

Outdoors: Minimum watering, weeding; Indoor: possible waterting

Features

Interior

Furnished

Connectivity

High Speed Internet

Wi-Fi

TV

Cable or Satellite

Exterior

Balcony or Patio

Garden

Dedicated Parking

Backyard

Accessibility

Stairs

Temperature Control

Air Conditioning

Fireplace

Appliances

Oven

Stove

Microwave

Refrigerator

Dishwasher

Washer

Dryer

Creative

Piano

Comments: Green space is across from house. Fresh Pond Reservoir and Park are nearby, as well as city-wide walking/biking trails, and other parks. Neighborhood shops, cafes, restaurants. Bus to Harvard Sq and Boston is a one-minute walk from home.

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