Other Housing and Rental Options

Learn about additional housing options, both at Harvard and in the private market.

Download our housing options guide for eligible Harvard affiliates (PDF)

Additional Harvard Rental Options

Harvard Graduate and Professional Schools offer additional housing options. Not all of them are school-specific. For more information visit the school sites directly:

Non-Harvard Housing

Boston is a highly competitive housing market. To help you explore all options, we’ve provided easy access to the following resources. Please note, these housing resources are completely independent. HUH does not endorse them or review the information given by them. We encourage all potential tenants to verify all information you receive.

Off-Campus Housing

If you are looking for off-campus housing, or want to list a property you own for rent, we recommend you visit harvardhousingoffcampus.com. You’ll be able to see photos, amenities, maps, and more. Please sign up as a Harvard Affiliate. (Realtors, property managers, and property owners who want to list a rental property should sign up as a Property Manager.) Note that listings are publicly searchable.

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Short Term Rentals:

Harvard University Housing does not provide short-term rental housing options. However, the local  DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Boston-Cambridge  has a rental short-term stay offer that may meet the needs of your search.

The DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Boston-Cambridge offer provides the following:

  • Discounted multi-week and monthly rates
  • Two room suite accommodations offering expansive Harvard, Cambridge, Boston and Charles River views
  • All suites offer two separate living spaces (one bedroom and the other a living room), separate bathroom, two 55 inch smart televisions, coffee maker, mini fridge, work desk, couch, all bedding and fully furnished
  • All utilities included, including cable, WIFI, and weekly housekeeping service.
  • 24 hour Front desk and Concierge services
  • Complimentary usage of salt water heated pool, jacuzzi, and state of the art fitness center
  • Six food and beverage options in-house, including a 24-hour market
  • Laundry: a washer/dryer and dry cleaning services on property
  • Tax exempt after 90 days of continuous stay
  • Complimentary covered garage parking
  • Hilton Honors points for each night’s stay

Take a virtual tour or view images on the DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Boston-Cambridge website.

For more information or to book a short-term rental:

The Hilton DoubleTree Suites, illuminated in the early evening

Coldwell Banker® Rental Services:

This service provides eligible Harvard employees and affiliates with real estate agent assistance to secure a rental property in Massachusetts (12+ month rental term). Please contact Coldwell Banker’s Rental Services Team at CBRentalRequest@Realogy.com to be connected with an agent from the Rental Agent Team.*

*Coldwell Banker’s rental assistance is a paid service, with a finder’s fee or commission due to the agent that is commonly, but not limited to, the amount of one month’s rent.”

a couple with a small child, their backs turned to the camera and facing a home with a "for sale" sign.

Vacation Rental in Maine

This 4-bedroom rental home in Kittery Point, Maine is typically available for short-term rental to Harvard faculty and eligible Harvard administrators.

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Howell House