#726: Allston

Looking for a huge home in one of Boston’s best neighborhoods? You have found just the right place. Located less than two blocks from the Massachusetts Turnpike, this enormous 1837-square-foot, six-bedroom, two-bathroom shared apartment in Allston is perfect for a small family, as well as a group of professionals or college students moving to Boston for work, or to attend one of the nearby universities. This three-story, farmhouse-style home features carpet stair runners, central air conditioning, fluted door casings, hardwood floors, high ceilings, large windows, and gas heating. Sunlit bedrooms provide ample space for queen-size beds and additional furniture like nightstands and dressers. A spacious eat-in kitchen offers brand-new stainless appliances and lots of countertop and cabinet space. Highly regarded as one of the best residential neighborhoods in Boston due to its large, triple-decker homes and affordable prices, Allston is a popular place to live among working professionals and young families. Bordering the Harvard Business School campus, many college students live here as well. A walkable and friendly neighborhood with an estimated population of over 29,000, the median age in Allston is approximately 27. Home to numerous bars, cafes, restaurants, and locally-owned businesses, you are bound to find what you need along Brighton Avenue or at the commercial hotspot known as Packard’s Corner. This neighborhood is also home to several popular green spaces, such as Christian A. Herter Park, where you will find playgrounds, picnic areas, and an amphitheater. Situated on a quiet, one-way street in Allston, this charming house is perfect for those who plan to commute. A 10-minute drive across the Charles River will get you to Harvard station in Harvard Square for the MBTA Red Line, which will take you down to the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and into Downtown. An 18-minute walk will get you down to Packard’s Corner for all your shopping needs and a plethora of restaurant options. The MBTA Green Line B is accessible via one of the many stations along Commonwealth Avenue. This smoke-free home includes high-speed WiFi, an in-home laundry room, and access to garage parking. Want more space, or looking to live with friends? Book a tour today and ask about renting this entire apartment.... Read more