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1 Bathroom $1,000 / Bedroom 180 1 Resident 6/1/25
6/1/25 $1,000 / Bedroom180Sq. Ft.
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  • Faculty/Staff
  • Graduate Students
  • Undergraduates

Room at 14 Read Ct near BC (available from 1st June 2025))

This available room has big bay-windows, nice lighting and a good-sized closet in a updated large 4bed/2bath apartment.
Located at a cul-de-sac off beautiful Commonwealth Ave. in Newton Center;
Short walk to shops, banks, bars and restaurants;
Walk 0...
.7 mile to BC Law-Newton Campus;
0.9 mile to Main Campus of Boston College at Chestnut Hill;
Walk 0.3 mile to 52 Bus stop;
Walk 0.6 mile (~14min) to Green/D-line in Newton Center;
Then 13-15min ride on D-line train to Longwood Medical, 25-30min to Downtown Boston, or to NEU;
Easy access to Rt. 30/128/90;
All newer windows, high ceiling and wood floors;
Big living room with crown moldings and lots of windows;
A full bathroom with bathtub and shower plus another bathroom with a big shower stall shared by 4 roommates; So you share a bathroom with only one roommate.
Large eat-in-kitchen with tons of cabinets;
Gas stove, dishwasher, disposal and huge fridge;
Gleaming wood floors and high ceilings throughout;
Nicely painted walls and ceilings;
Washer/dryer (coin-op) in basement;
Heat, cooking and hot water are all by natural gas;
Exterior walls insulated, programmed thermostat;
Roommates together pay utilities (electric & gas);
Off-street parking available at extra $50/month if needed;
Street parking is allowed 24/7 from April 1 to Nov. 30;
Free WiFi - FiOS;
Can be furnished with basic furniture or unfinished. Only Summer Lease available.

Lease Terms

  • Short-Term lease
  • Summer Sublet
Option To Renew

Lease renewal offered

Shared Housing

Lead Paint

  • No

Upfront Requirements

  • First Month Rent
  • Last Month Rent
  • No Agent/Broker Fees

Expenses

One-Time
One-Time
Expense TypeFee
Security Deposit$300 - $1000
Included Utilities
Utilities
Expense TypeFee
WaterIncluded
SewerIncluded

University Features

  • Near T Stop

Contact

Kai Ze Tee

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Amenities

Living Space

  • Den
  • Dining Room
  • Furnished

Kitchen

  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave

Student Features

  • Walk To Campus

Features

  • Washer/Dryer
  • Wi-Fi

Parking

Unassigned Surface Lot Parking

  • 2 spaces available
  • Additional Payment of $45 dollars will be required.

Pet Policy

No Pets Allowed

Shopping Centers

Marketplace CenterWalk: 11 min (0.6 mi)
The Street - Chestnut Hill, MAWalk: 34 min (1.8 mi)
The Shops at Chestnut HillWalk: 34 min (1.8 mi)

Military

Boston Support CenterDrive: 17 min (8.3 mi)

Transit / Subway

Newton Centre StationWalk: 14 min (0.8 mi)
Boston College StationWalk: 23 min (1.2 mi)
Chestnut Hill StationWalk: 29 min (1.5 mi)
Newton Highlands StationWalk: 32 min (1.7 mi)
South Street StationWalk: 32 min (1.7 mi)
NewtonvilleWalk: 38 min (2.0 mi)
Boston LandingWalk: 65 min (3.4 mi)
West NewtonDrive: 8 min (4.5 mi)
WaverleyDrive: 11 min (4.9 mi)
AuburndaleDrive: 9 min (5.3 mi)

Airports

General Edward Lawrence Logan InternationalDrive: 21 min (11.8 mi)

Colleges and Universities Nearby

Boston CollegeWalk: 18 min (0.9 mi)
Boston College, BrightonWalk: 31 min (1.6 mi)
Boston UniversityDrive: 8 min (4.7 mi)
Bentley UniversityDrive: 12 min (5.5 mi)

Parks and Recreation

Hammond Pond ReservationWalk: 17 min (0.9 mi)
Chestnut Hill ReservationWalk: 40 min (2.1 mi)
Hemlock Gorge ReservationWalk: 65 min (3.4 mi)
Frederick Law Olmsted National Historic SiteWalk: 64 min (3.3 mi)
Cutler Park ReservationDrive: 8 min (4.2 mi)

Schools

Ward Elementary School
Grades K-5
Public
6
Out of 10
Mason-Rice Elementary School
Grades K-5
Public
10
Out of 10
Bowen Elementary School
Grades K-5
Public
6
Out of 10
Cabot Elementary School
Grades K-5
Public
7
Out of 10
Newton North High
Grades 9-12
Public
8
Out of 10
Bigelow Middle
Grades 6-8
Public
8
Out of 10
Underwood Elementary School
Grades K-5
Public
8
Out of 10
Newton South High
Grades 9-12
Public
9
Out of 10
Edison K-8
Grades PK-8
Public
5
Out of 10
Zervas Elementary School
Grades K-5
Public
7
Out of 10

Ratings

Somewhat Walkable

60

Walk Score ®

Out of 100

You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.

Minimal Transit

18

Transit Score ®

Out of 100

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

Somewhat Bikeable

37

Bike Score ®

Out of 100

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

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