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Light-filled, spacious, furnished townhome with cat, near several campuses

Brookline, Massachusetts, United States
Rates from USD $5000 | Monthly

Apartment or Condo | Entire Home | House Sitting Requested
Available Dates:
From November 22, 2026 until June 30, 2028

Description

A female medical student or graduate student, professor or researcher connected with any of the nearby campuses, or an independent academic, serious artist, etc., who enjoys an indoor-only cat to care for while studying/working and takes special care of our cat and home, will have an exceedingly comfortable living opportunity for 18 months to two years. The townhouse is suited for a professional or a serious student, boasts spacious living and a private garden, as well as being across the street from a beautiful park, lagoon and outdoor skating rink. Less than three miles into urban Boston and Longwood Medical area. There is a two-car garage and negotiable car and bicycles. The townhouse functions as an ample apartment on the first level alone, with a full kitchen, dining, living, and en-suite bed and bath, a dedicated office space and a library, while the second floor is exclusive and for owner-family only, not accessed by renters. The second floor will either be empty, or include one roommate, a female owner-family member taking a gap year and working outside the property, to share the kitchen and the laundry areas with. Any unusual visits and other use of upstairs family rooms, by owner family, would be agreed with tenants well in advance. Tenants would not have guests at the property without approval first.

Bedrooms
1

Bathrooms
2

Offices
2

Size
150 m2

Suited For
2

Property Type
Apartment or Condo

Availability

From November 22, 2026 until June 30, 2028

Minimum Stay

18 Months | Dates are flexible for this listing

Comments: Some flexibility with start date and end date. Simple and modern, furnished first floor of a spacious townhouse including a large, private en-suite bedroom-bathroom, full kitchen and basement laundry. Care for plants and one indoor cat is requested.

Location

Apartment or Condo in Brookline, Massachusetts, United States

Closest University

Boston University College of Arts & Sciences

Nearby Universities
Harvard Medical School Teaching and Learning Technologies | Tufts University | Emerson College | Simmons University | Boston College
Neighborhood

Brookline Village; Jamaica Plain; Chestnut Hill

Nearby Cities

Boston | Brookline | Newton

Comments: Directly across from unique Larz Anderson Park, with a private garden, ample windows and space, large townhouse end unit, three miles from Boston proper. Entire first floor available, tile/wood floors, plants, bed-bath suite, 2 offices, garage space.

Explore the Area

Surroundings

  • Off Campus
  • Walk to Campus
  • Bike to Campus
  • Suburban
  • Writer's Sanctuary
  • Near Woods
  • Near Park
  • Near Restaurants
  • Near Neighborhood School
  • Near Shops
  • Near Public Transportation

Rental Rates and Terms

Rates from USD $5000 Monthly | Negotiable

Utilities are included

A cleaning service is included

Comments: Second floor is excluded and private (rooms for owner family), mostly uninhabited or may be occasionally in use upon sufficient notice, to be pre-arranged.

Considerations

The home is not suitable for young kids

Ask about bringing pets

Smoking is not allowed

Ask about the availability of a car

Comments: Care for one house cat is essential. Minor house plant care requested.

House Sitting

I am looking for help while I am away

I would like help with my pet(s)

One friendly house cat, enjoys company and affection, and is accustomed to living with a no-stress dog. Easy litter-box maintenance, fresh water and feeding required, all products provided. Occasional veterinary care as needed.

I would like help with mail and deliveries

Low quantity, regular mail delivery may occur and any personal mail be set aside for owners.

I would like help with plants or garden

About a dozen house plants basically require weekly water.

Comments: Female renters only please -- upper level of townhouse is exclusive, family rooms and bathrooms not for use except by female family owners on pre-arranged occasion, and potentially one female family resident (roommate) living there for her gap year.

Features

Interior

Furnished

Connectivity

High Speed Internet

Wi-Fi

TV

Printer

Exterior

Balcony or Patio

Garden

Dedicated Parking

Backyard

Accessibility

Stairs

Temperature Control

Air Conditioning

Fireplace

Security

Security System

Appliances

Oven

Stove

Refrigerator

Dishwasher

Washer

Dryer

Creative

Piano

Comments: Single entryway stair, and basement stairs down to washer, dryer, storage space. Principal level with private en-suite bed and bath, entry hall, guest wc, kitchen, dining, den, living and office. Outdoor garden hobby possible although not necessary.

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Listing Owner

Member Since 2026

Trust Score (2)
Independent Scholar or Retired Academic

Listing Owner

Member Since 2026

Trust Score (2)
Independent Scholar or Retired Academic
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