Post
About
Listing Owner
Member Since 2023
Sunny house in Jamaica Plain close to universities, public transit & parks
Boston, Massachusetts, United States
Preferred Destination: San Francisco, California, United States
Alternate Destinations:
Berkeley, California, United States
| Oakland, California, United States
|
Open to any destination
House
|
House Sitting Requested
Description
We are two professionals (an academic and a psychologist) planning our own sabbatical to the West Coast. The house is on three levels, with the main bedroom, bath and large walk-in closet taking up the top floor. On the second floor there are two bedrooms (or offices) and two bathrooms, plus a sunny office nook. The first floor is open plan with living room, kitchen, dining, powder room, and a cozy gas fireplace. The kitchen is stocked with everything needed for cooking. The fenced-in backyard is large and sunny. Ideal for someone looking for a quiet, walkable, and central location close to green space, restaurants, and public transportation (the T, bus).
Location
House in Boston, Massachusetts, United States
Closest University
Harvard University
Nearby Universities
Northeastern University
|
Massachusetts College of Art and Design
|
Brandeis University
|
Boston University
|
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
|
School of the Museum of Fine Arts
|
Harvard University
|
Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences - Boston
|
Emerson College
|
Boston College
Neighborhood
Jamaica Plain
Nearby Cities
Boston | Cambridge
Comments: Close to Longwood Medical Area and HMS and Chan SPH. Within 10 minute walk: Arnold Arboretum, Jamaica Pond, Franklin Park, public transportation (T and bus), restaurants, cafes, independent bookstore, library, grocery stores. Large fenced backyard.
Explore the Area
Surroundings
- Off Campus
- Bike to Campus
- Urban
- Near Park
- Near Restaurants
- Near Neighborhood School
- Near Shops
- Near Public Transportation
Exchange Terms
Utilities are not included
A cleaning service is not included
Comments: Renters will need to help shovel snow from driveway and sidewalks in the winter; this is shared by our house and our neighbor's house.
Considerations
The home is suitable for young kids
Ask about bringing pets
Smoking is not allowed
A car is not available
Comments: 1 dedicated parking spot in driveway, plus unpermitted street parking.
House Sitting
I am looking for help while I am away
I would like help with plants or garden
Renters will need to help neighbors with snow removal in the winter; there is a shared snow plow.
Comments: When the grass begins to grow in the back yard in the spring, the renter will need to mow the grass.
Features
Interior
Furnished
Connectivity
High Speed Internet
Wi-Fi
TV
Exterior
Dedicated Parking
Backyard
Accessibility
Stairs
Temperature Control
Air Conditioning
Fireplace
Appliances
Oven
Stove
Microwave
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Washer
Dryer
Our Travel Preferences
Who's Coming?
Party of
2
2
Adults
Our Destinations
Preferred Destination
San Francisco, California, United States
Alternate Destination
Berkeley, California, United States
Alternate Destination
Oakland, California, United States
Flexibility
Open to a home exchange in any destination
Comments: We are looking to exchange our 3 br, 3 bath house in Boston, MA for a place in the San Francisco Bay area from January - June 2026.
What We Are Looking for
Pet
I am bringing my pet
Smoking
I prefer smoking not allowed in the home
Comments: We have a small labradoodle who is fully house trained and well behaved.
Reviews
There are no reviews posted here yet.
Listing Owner
Member Since 2023
Comments: Available January 1, 2026 until June 30, 2026, with some flexibility.