Walkable Room Near Harvard | Safe, Sunny & Quiet

Room in Cambridge, Massachusetts

  1. 1 queen bed
  2. Shared bathroom
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars.4 reviews
Hosted by Sophia
  1. 8 years hosting

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Calm and convenient location

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Room in a townhouse

Your own room in a home, plus access to shared spaces.
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Enjoy a prime location with unbeatable walkability and subway access. Just 4 minutes to Porter Square Station (Red Line): Harvard (8 mins), MIT (14 mins), and MGH (20 mins door to door). Lesley University, a full supermarket, cafés, and eateries are also just 4 minutes away. Relax in a sunny, quiet, top-floor room with abundant natural light. Shared bathroom (max 3 people) and a large dine-in kitchen one floor down offer comfort, convenience, and privacy.

The space
Stay in a bright, private top-floor room in a shared duplex—ideal for visiting scholars, MGH fellows, professionals, or grad students. You'll share a bathroom with two other rooms on the same floor. One floor down, there's a large dine-in kitchen and three additional guest rooms with their own shared bathroom. Each guest has a dedicated fridge shelf and pantry space.

Only 4 minutes to Porter Square Station (Red Line), with direct access to Harvard (8 mins), MIT (14 mins), MGH (20 mins), and downtown. Lesley University, a supermarket, CVS, cafés, and restaurants are also just steps away.

We carefully screen guests to ensure a respectful, no-party environment. The home has hosted researchers and students from around the world.

Please note: This is an older Cambridge home—not modern in layout—but clean, safe, and located in one of the city’s most walkable and secure neighborhoods. While nearby hotels may charge $300+/night, this space offers unbeatable value without sacrificing comfort, privacy, or location.

Other things to note
1) Quiet hours between 10:30pm to 6am
2) No overnight guests without the host's pre-approval. Guest fee may apply
3) We ask guests to clean up the kitchen and bathroom after their personal use to ensure a quality stay for every guest in the house
4) Respecting our neighbors is our top priority. Any loud party, excessive drinking, drug is strictly prohibited.
5) No smoking and open fire (candles, etc).

Any violation will result in fine ($100-$500) and an immediate eviction. Your kind cooperation ensures a smooth stay for you and everyone in the shared house. Thanks!

Where you’ll sleep

What this place offers

Lock on bedroom door
Kitchen
Wifi
Dedicated workspace
Washer

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Where you’ll be

Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States
Exact location will be provided after booking.

Neighborhood highlights

Welcome to Porter Square, the epitome of Cambridge charm where safety, tranquility, and convenience converge. Nestled just moments away from Harvard, MIT, and MGH, Porter Square offers a serene residential retreat with easy access to academic excellence and urban excitement. Its central location and seamless access to the Red Line subway ensure effortless exploration of downtown Boston and beyond. Enjoy the peace of mind that comes with a quiet, residential atmosphere while still being steps away from well-stocked grocery stores and an array of restaurants along the vibrant Mass Ave corridor. Porter Square's affordability without compromising on quality of life makes it a coveted destination for visiting scholars, young professionals, and grad students alike. Discover the harmonious blend of safety, tranquility, and convenience that awaits in Porter Square.

Meet your host

Host
665 reviews
4.68 out of 5 average rating
8 years of hosting
Where I went to school: MIT
My work: COZi Living Boston
Speaks Chinese and English
Lives in Boston, Massachusetts
I am an MIT alum and a tech entrepreneur. Having traveled and worked in many cities across continents, I've been an Airbnb host and a guest many times! I love to welcome people to one of my favorite cities, Boston, and show them around. Feel free to ask me any questions!

Host details

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Things to know

Cancellation policy
House rules
Check-in after 4:00 PM
Checkout before 11:00 AM
1 guest maximum
Safety & property
Exterior security cameras on property
Carbon monoxide alarm
Smoke alarm