larinakin

1 BR's and studios are typically $1000+, so you'll definitely save a good lump of money per month if you get a roommate. I roomed with strangers when I first moved here and it was fine . There are a lot of students/like-minded/non-crazy people in this area. A lot of apartments allow cats (dogs are more of an issue) -- and I've found that a lot of people own cats as well (including me!) haha.

Hi all! I've been stalking this forum for eons and finally made an account. I'll be joining you all at HGSE in the fall (Learning and Teaching!) but wanted to offer my insights regarding housing in Boston/Cambridge. I moved here 2 years ago, and have lived in Cambridge/Somerville and now currently reside in Allston (directly across the river from the main Harvard campus, and home to the business school, etc). I really do suggest looking for an apartment instead of housing...housing in Somerville and Allston can be very affordable! I pay under $700/month with 2 roommates, and live around 20-30 min away from Harvard via bus. If you're looking to move in in August, a lot of the postings on Craigslist go up in May and June. A lot of people here are students, too, and tend to post pseudo last minute since they (like us) don't know their plans for the upcoming year. Most leases run from Sept to Sept, so you might need a sublet for a month or hope that someone moves out early. Feel free to message me about searching for housing! PS - My Allston apt does not have roaches .