4 beds • 1 bath • 3 roommates
Description: Very large, bright private bedroom with three windows and new furnishings in a quiet, owner-occupied building in Dorchester. Located just a 4-minute walk from the JFK/UMass T Station, this spacious room is tailor-made for interns, co-op students, and visiting researchers looking for plenty of room to spread out, a dedicated study setup, and an effortless commute into Boston or Cambridge. Unbeatable Subway & Commuter Access: • 4-Minute Walk to JFK/UMass Station: Immediate access to the MBTA Red Line (both Ashmont and Braintree branches, meaning double the train frequency into the city), the Commuter Rail, and multiple bus routes. • Effortless Door-to-Door Commutes: • UMass Boston: Minutes away via the free campus shuttle right from JFK/UMass. • Downtown Boston / Financial District (South Station & Downtown Crossing): ~10–12 minutes on the Red Line. • MIT / Kendall Square & Harvard Square: Direct, no-transfer ride on the Red Line (~20–25 minutes). • Back Bay & Longwood Medical Area: Easy transit connections via Red Line or local bus routes. • No Car Needed: Walk to transit, local coffee shops, groceries, and the waterfront trails at Carson Beach. The Room & Building Amenities: • Large & Sun-Filled: Generously sized bedroom featuring three large windows that bring in abundant natural light. • New Furnishings Throughout: Outfitted with all-new pieces, including a queen bed with a headboard and built-in under-bed storage drawers, a dedicated desk for studying or remote work, a bookcase, a wardrobe armoire, and new rugs. • Fresh Linens Provided: Includes clean bedding, pillows, and towels. • Shared Spaces: Full access to a clean shared bathroom and shared kitchen, plus convenient laundry facilities right in the building. • All Utilities Included: Heat, electricity, water, and high-speed Wi-Fi are covered in your monthly rent with no extra bills to split. • Turnkey Sublease: Managed seamlessly through Ohana for your internship, semester, or co-op dates. House Environment: • Owner-Occupied Building: Well-maintained, secure, and peaceful setting ideal for studying or working from home.
Posted 7 months ago
$1,257/month
Local regulations require stays of at least 31 nights here (Massachusetts 31-night minimum)
Available from
Jan 1, 2027
Available to
Flexible
My Name is John. I am the owner of the property . I have many tenant references who can vouch for my property and share with you their stay experience at Buttonwood Street.
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$1,257/month
Available from Jan 1, 2027