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Northeastern · YOUR NEXT CHAPTER
What brings you to Northeastern?
You might be moving in, here for your student, or back on familiar streets. Let’s start with your part of the story.
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The right home needs to work on an ordinary Tuesday, too. Tell us about your routine, the places you’ll need to reach, and what matters when you walk back through your own front door.
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Explore Northeastern University Area Properties
Explore 30 homes for sale and 30 rentals near Northeastern. Select a home for photos and details.
A CLOSER LOOK
St. Elizabeth's · 2.8 mi to Northeastern
$320,0001 bed · 1 bath · 586 sq ft
- Parking available
- Air conditioning
- Elevator
Checked 2026-09-06. Prices and availability may change. *Straight-line miles to Northeastern University campus reference point. Walking and driving routes differ.
Current Northeastern-Area Listing Snapshot
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Property types: Condo, Single Family, Multi Family, Townhouse, Apartment. Neighborhoods: Fenway, Symphony, Mission Hill, Back Bay, St. Elizabeth's, Charlestown, Brighton, Uphams Corner - Jones Hill, Washington Square, Fenway - Kenmore, South Boston, Hyde Square, North End, Downtown Boston, Columbia Point, Mid-Cambridge, Brookline Village, Dorchester, Back Bay East, Harvard Square, East Cambridge, North Slope, Commonwealth, Jamaica Central - South Sumner, Corey Hill, Coolidge Corner, Boston, Ward Two, Central, Jamaica Plain, Cambridgeport, Roxbury. Asking prices describe this selection of listings.
Plan Your Housing Around Northeastern
Can your student live off campus yet?
Confirm the housing options and university requirements that apply to your student before committing to an off-campus plan.
Review housing resources →Which campus building are you heading to?
Start with the building you will use. Compare the actual walking, driving or transit route from the property.
Find the campus on a map ↗What will the whole year cost?
Include the full lease term, utilities, food, transportation and upfront costs. On the ownership side, include financing, taxes, insurance, fees and upkeep.
Compare renting and buying →OFF-CAMPUS HOUSING · SCHOOL-RANKED ANSWERS
Top off-campus housing questions for Northeastern.
Ranked from current university guidance and recurring off-campus search intent. The first four stay visible; six more are one tap away so the MPS stays fast to scan.
Where should I live off campus near Northeastern University?
Start with the campus building you use most, your commute, and your total monthly budget—not a generic “best neighborhood” list. Compare current Northeastern rentals by distance, route, price, parking or transit, and the day-to-day places you actually need.
Open the exact answer →How much does off-campus housing near Northeastern University really cost?
Studio $2,971/mo · 1 BR $3,618/mo · 2 BR $4,596/mo · 3 BR $5,810/mo · September 2026. The figures describe the cited source's rental-market area, not a campus-radius, neighborhood, student-only or property-specific rate. Individual leases and mandatory fees vary.
Open the exact answer →What should I know about leases, guarantors, and deposits near Northeastern University?
Read the actual lease before paying. Confirm the term, rent and fees, guarantor or screening rules, deposit, utilities, renewal, early termination, subletting, roommate liability, and move-out obligations.
Open the exact answer →How do I find and choose roommates for off-campus housing near Northeastern University?
Choose roommates before you choose a lease when possible. Compare budget, payment responsibility, schedules, guests, cleaning, pets, summer plans, and what happens if someone leaves early.
Open the exact answer →See 6 more off-campus housing questions +
What should international students check when renting off campus near Northeastern University?
Plan for screening documents, deposits, guarantor alternatives, payment methods, lease length, arrival timing, scams, transportation, and any school-specific support. Never pay a landlord solely because a listing claims to be “student approved.”
Open the exact answer →How should I compare commuting, transit, and parking for housing near Northeastern University?
Measure the trip to the building you actually use. Compare walking, biking, transit, driving, parking availability and cost, late-day service, and the backup plan—not just straight-line miles.
Open the exact answer →How do I avoid rental scams and evaluate off-campus housing near Northeastern University?
Verify the listing, property, and person before paying. Be cautious with unusually low rent, pressure to pay quickly, inability to tour, mismatched ownership details, and demands for wire transfers, gift cards, crypto, or other hard-to-recover payments.
Open the exact answer →When should I start looking for off-campus housing near Northeastern University?
Start by learning the local leasing cycle well before your move date, but do not copy another school’s calendar. Availability, renewal deadlines, lease starts, and roommate timing vary by campus market and property.
Open the exact answer →How do subleases, relets, and short-term housing work near Northeastern University?
Start with the lease, not the listing label. Confirm whether subletting or reletting is allowed, who remains liable, any approval or fee, the exact dates, furnishing, utilities, and what happens if the replacement tenant does not pay.
Open the exact answer →What renter and tenant rights should I know near Northeastern University?
Tenant rights depend on state and local law. Keep the signed lease, document the unit at move-in, put repair requests in writing, understand notice and deposit rules, and use the applicable local or state authority for legal questions.
Open the exact answer →Northeastern Housing Costs
Compare your campus housing offer with a private lease.
Compare room type, dining, utilities and the entire contract term. Ask the housing office for the current rate for your assignment.
Explore Northeastern housing questions →Should You Rent or Buy Near Northeastern?
Compare renting and owning with the assumptions that matter to your plan.
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Find Your Path Near Northeastern University
Parent Buyer
Compare ownership with the housing plan after graduation.
Learn More →Renter / Student Housing
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Investor
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Learn More →Seller
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Learn More →Out-of-State Family
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Learn More →Faculty / Staff / Relocation
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Learn More →Explore Northeastern Neighborhoods
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Fenway
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Symphony
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Mission Hill
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Back Bay
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Buy from $549,000Explore the Area →Financing Near Northeastern University

Matt Dean
College Housing Financing Specialist
NEXA Lending | NMLS #227603
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the local Realtor for Northeastern?+
Frank Carroll of Compass is the CollegeHousing.ai real estate contact for Northeastern University.
How can I schedule a callback with Frank?+
Use Schedule a Callback and include your preferred day and time, housing plan and contact details. You can also call 617-721-7461. Appointment availability is confirmed with the professional.
How should I compare renting and buying?+
Compare the complete housing arrangements, upfront cash, monthly costs, expected time near campus and plan after graduation. The rent-vs-buy calculator provides an editable illustration.
Who can help review financing?+
Matt Dean of NEXA Lending, NMLS #227603, is the financing contact. Share the property, intended occupancy and your assumptions for an eligibility review.
More answers near Northeastern
Food & restaurants near Northeastern
1 of 150 granular food questions currently pass CH2’s 15-option evidence threshold, with ratings, review counts, price, location, directions and source checks.
50 current housing-cost answers for Northeastern
Current 1-bedroom $3,618/mo · 2-bedroom $4,596/mo · 3-bedroom $5,810/mo · median sale price $849,575. Rent, mortgage, down-payment and insurance math with source links.
Best off-campus place to live for Northeastern University
Mission Hill is the clearest fit if you want lots of Northeastern-adjacent apartment inventory, including many 4+ bed listings in the university’s rental search. For a broader search, Northeastern’s own housing database is the best starting point.
What time does Northeastern University’s Snell Library close?
Snell Library in Boston is open 24 hours, so it does not have a nightly closing time on its regular schedule. Current Northeastern students, faculty, and staff can access the building 24 hours a day with a valid Husky ID whenever the building is open; library visitor access hours are Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. as of September 15, 2026.
How to report an HVAC problem in Northeastern University housing in Boston
Students should submit a Facilities work request for a non-emergency HVAC issue, and call the Customer Service Center at 617-373-2754 if the problem is urgent or involves immediate danger. Be ready with the building, floor, room number, and a brief description of the issue.
What homeowners insurance do I need for a condo near Northeastern University?
A condo owner usually needs a unit owners policy, often called HO-6, plus flood insurance if the building or lender requires it or the condo is in a flood risk area. In Massachusetts, your standard homeowners policy does not cover flood damage, and a mortgage lender can require both the condo coverage and flood coverage depending on the building and location.
Northeastern University Off-Campus Housing: What kinds of houses students can find
Students living off campus at Northeastern can find houses as one rental type, along with apartments, condos and townhomes. The university’s housing search also shows many listings with student-friendly features such as roommate matching, in-unit laundry, utilities included, and walk-to-campus access.
How are packages and food deliveries secured at student housing near Northeastern University?
School-specific source research is in progress. This becomes a permanent sourced answer here when the local evidence passes CH2’s publication checks.
How much cash could I need before move-in even when the advertised monthly rent near Northeastern University looks affordable?
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