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Private studio w/ parking by MIT/Harvard/BU/Fenway
Private room, private bath, private entrance! Off-street parking available. Charming, renovated Victorian style retreat, queen bed, white 650 thread count cotton linens, TV, A/C and free WIFI. Also includes your own fridge, Keurig & microwave. Next to MIT, Harvard, BU, Kendall Sq, Charles River, Boston, Fenway Park, Red & Green line, Flour Bakery, Whole Foods & Trader Joe's. This unit is safely located on the 2nd floor. Please let us know if you have mobility issues, as the staircase is narrow.

Private Studio in Top Location: Steps to Harvard
Lovely studio on the ground level of a classic brick townhouse in Cambridge. Practically on campus: walk to Harvard yard (5 min) or MIT (15 min). Back porch for enjoying fresh air. Well appointed; areas for seating, dining, private bathroom w/tub, and kitchenette (mini fridge, oven, microwave, toaster, espresso machine), smart TV, and everything you need for an enjoyable stay. 3 minutes to #1 bus stop, 7 to Harvard subway. Walk score 95: Walker's paradise! Bike score: 93: Biker's paradise!

Phil's Harvard Home - Harvard Set
Right at the heart of Harvard University, we are seconds away from university facilities and key attractions, making it a perfect place to stay if you are interested in exploring Harvard. The apartment is part of a beautiful Victorian-style house with classic architectural charm and rich history. Your space is completely private and includes a bedroom, a bathroom, a living room, and a beautiful private backyard. The entire apartment and backyard were recently renovated and updated in 2026.

New 3 bedroom, 2 bath unit, meadow view!
Located on the 2nd floor of a brand-new building, this modern unit is perfect for family and group trips! Living in this quiet, residential neighborhood, you will be minutes away from many universities (BC, BU, Harvard, MIT, NEU, etc.), downtown Boston, and many major attractions (Boston Common, Newbury Street, Freedom Trail, etc.). Relax and enjoy the peaceful meadow views at the back of the building. Subway stations, bus stops, and restaurants and grocery store are within walking distance!

Stay Across from Harvard's Campus!
You can see the back of Widener Library in Harvard's Old Yard from the front door. Minutes away from the Harvard T-station with lots of shops, restaurants, and cafes, the apartment is a perfectly situated amongst the best of the in the Boston/Cambridge area. PLEASE take the time to read the entire description before proceeding with an inquiry or a booking request. Most of your questions will be answered below and you will need to RESPOND WITH THE CODE WORD in order to book. Thanks ;-)

Sunny, private, quiet, modern apt near Harvard/MIT
Near Harvard, MIT, hospitals. Beautiful, renovated, totally private. Prices now include Airbnb fees and appear higher. Two couples plus an infant. Spacious bedroom has very-comfortable queen bed. Queen sofabed much more comfortable than most. Safe infant bed (pack-n-play). Washing machine & dryer inside (no fee). Fully-stocked big kitchen with dishwasher and gas range. Air conditioning. Fair cancellation policy! After you cancel, if someone else rents it, I'll issue a refund.

Sunny Apt near MIT/Harvard Central Sq-FreeParking
BIG & BRIGHT renovated 1 bdrm apt w/10 FT ceilings. Walk to MIT or HARVARD. We’re in Cambridge Central Sq., 5 min walk to Red Line Central Sq. Station, 8-12 min walk to MIT & Harvard Square. Parking Pass available upon request. KEY PAD CODE ENTRY! SELF-check in/out. Private entrance. Free coffee (Keurig). MINIMALIST KITCHEN: Pots, pans, cutlery, silverware, cups, plates, bowls w/20 spice rack. 50" TV w/Cable 1 Queen bed, 1 leather sleeper sofa, 1 chaise sleeper & 1 Gray sleeper sofa

#1A MIT & Harvard, Location! In unit W/D
Amazing Location. Walk to Harvard & MIT and we are literally steps to MBTA redline, bus and city blue bike station! Gorgeous fully furnished 1 Bedroom for your monthly stays! Great for tourists, visiting nurses, dr. and patience ( (redline goes direct to Charles/MGH), fellows, post docs, professors, etc! In-unit washer and dryer. Light filled large bay windows living room with custom built in bookshelves & our children's book library. Wood floors, AC/WIFI. Private street entrance.

Stunning urban hideaway nearby Harvard Square
Charming apartment in a 19th century Victorian house conserves its period architectural details in recently renovated comfort. Light streams into this en-suite guest residence through gracious windows. Beautiful cabinetry and bookcases offer some evening reading. Enjoy the marble bathroom and hardware floors and well-appointed kitchenette. A stone's throw from Porter Square, where bars, cafes, boutiques, and transportation options abound. Minutes to Harvard, MIT and Boston.

Spacious 2 bedrooms Apt -Roof deck NO Cleaning fee
A brand new spacious 3rd floor apartment over 1,000 sq ft centrally locate, near 2 subway stations/bus line, 4 grocery stores within 10 mins walk. The apt has a big kitchen, roof top deck and a huge yard. All brand new furnitures from Crate & Barrel, Pottery Barn and West Elm. Bed sheet sets from Crate & Barrel. NO Cleaning fee. We offer a great atmosphere, high quality amenities and cleanliness are utmost importance. Please read the reviews from prior guests.

Hipster Basecamp | Deck • Design • Parking
Welcome to Hipster Basecamp, a curated space where mid-century design meets modern comfort. Enjoy bold touches like a double-sided fireplace, Smeg appliances, and a ceiling-mounted rain shower. Brew espresso or mix cocktails with everything at your fingertips, then head to the deck to unwind and take in the peaceful view. Admire original artwork throughout — and if a piece speaks to you, it's available for purchase. (*note: record player is currently out of order)

RiverSide Studio next to Harvard /MIT/BU w/parking
Discover historic charm in our 1880s studio with a beautiful backyard and patio. Right in the heart of Harvard University, just steps from student dorms Mather House & Dunster House, and key attractions like the Charles River and eclectic shops. Walking distance to HBS, HLS, MIT, Harvard Sq, Central Sq. Easy access to the rest of Boston via Red Line, car, or bike - this is the perfect place to immerse yourself in the essence of Harvard, Cambridge, and Boston.
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Destinations to explore
- Fenway Park
- Harvard University
- Hampton Beach
- TD Garden
- Gillette Stadium
- Boston Seaport
- Boston Common
- Revere Beach
- Boston University
- Boston Convention and Exhibition Center
- Freedom Trail
- New England Aquarium
- Onset Beach
- Canobie Lake Park
- Boston College
- Northeastern University
- Duxbury Beach
- MIT Museum
- North Hampton Beach
- Crane Beach
- Tufts University
- Quincy Market
- Jenness Beach
- Roger Williams Park Zoo
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