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On River/Harvard Sq. two blocks

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Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

About this property

On River/Harvard Sq. two blocks

Unit is 60% cheaper than Harvard square hotels down the street

Top Floor apartment with River views

Two bedrooms, (queen beds)
Living room: sofa, Large 48" HD TV, top floor balcony
Wifi, cable included
Full kitchen, dishwasher
free laundry in unit
Large Master bedroom with great view of Charles River, couch, tv
Friendly neighborhood and host
Short walk to Harvard square, restaurants, trains, buses, Mount Auburn Hospital

*Older building, but well maintained historic building.
Guest access
Entire apartment
Registration number
STR-18635

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House Rules

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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Property Registration Number c0252940491

About the area

Cambridge

West Cambridge, a neighbourhood in Cambridge, is home to this apartment. Harvard Square and Newbury Street are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Boston Harbor and Boston Common. Check out an event or a game at Fenway Park, and consider making time for New England Aquarium, a top attraction not to be missed.
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Cambridge, MA

What's nearby

  • Mount Auburn Hospital - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Boston Calling Music Festival - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Harvard University - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Mount Auburn Cemetery - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Harvard Square - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Belmont Waverley Station - 6 min drive
  • Harvard Square Station - 15 min walk
  • Logan International Airport (BOS) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Charlie's Kitchen - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Henrietta's Table - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Flour Bakery + Cafe - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Luxor Cafe - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Kismet - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is On River/Harvard Sq. two blocks pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at On River/Harvard Sq. two blocks?

As of 19 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at On River/Harvard Sq. two blocks on 10 May 2026 start from NZ$327, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Where is On River/Harvard Sq. two blocks located?

Located in West Cambridge, this apartment building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Harvard Square and Harvard University. Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Boston University are also within 3 miles (5 km). Harvard Square Station is 15 minutes by foot and Porter Square Station is 29 minutes.

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 35 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 35 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 35 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 35 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 35 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

6.4/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

8.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melody

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great place to stay! We loved our time there!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The space was so nice and warm, especially for December in Boston. The bed was so comfortable that we had no problems sleeping, and we are chronic insomniacs. It has off street parking and is close enough to Harvard Square that you can walk to everything there. This is definitely going to be our regular stay when we visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Mark O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good location. Apartment had everything i needed.
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Simon F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, super convenient for Harvard square
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Kristen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous location. Place is basic but met our needs, Owner was respnsive. Would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carina M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location, Location, Location! We stayed here for a concert at the Garden, walked to dinner in Harvard Square and then took the T into the Garden. I would stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Emanuela B.

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic location. A lovely stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay here for a football weekend. The location (easy walk to Harvard Square) was a highlight, and it was a good value. Note that as the host mentions, it is an older building and so it has some quirks, particularly the stairs which might not be great for folks who have mobility issues. We'll seek this place out again if in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Avash N.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
It looked nothing like the photos. I did not even feel comfortable touching anything. There was no visible trash, but the place still felt dirty.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Madison K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location, great place

Overall,
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Adele S.

Liked: Check-in, communication
The apartment was in a great location. Walking distance to Harvard Square. The beds need new mattresses. Need places to put your luggage. The sitting room was inadequate for five people. The stairs to the unit was challenging. The heating unit did not work so the manager brought over three space heaters. Glad we only stayed there for only one night. Would not recommend for a family.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margot F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

This is a great place to stay if you want to be in the heart of Cambridge. There are stairs, but it is so convenient.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Conveniently located. Nice view of the river. Good space for 4 people.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Location for a Cambridge Visit

Perfect little spot close to everything in Cambridge. Has all we needed. Beautiful views and easy walking to everything. Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emma A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location for family reunion

Cute apartment furnished with basic staples. Good location and free parking. Lots of stairs!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brendan K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Easy transaction and clean house

Comfy bed, and clean unit. Tha ks
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Siamak

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
The Property was charming and clean. It was close to Harvard Square and the Campus at a reasonable price. The owner was reachable and helped out with questions. It was very warm when we arrived and the A/C was not working. Opening the windows and with couple of portable fans helped to cool down. Kitchen was nice and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Rowers on the Charles!

Comfortable, well stocked and quiet apartment. Great view of rowers on the Charles. Only about a 10 minute walk to the T in Harvard Square. Off street parking is a huge bonus. Driveway is tight and it could be a problem if there were several cars, but not for us as we mostly left the car. There are two flights of stairs, but they are well lit and manageable.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Becky S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
The construction around the property was very problematic during our stay as well as the property parking. There was an area but needed to share with other renters in which if you wanted to get out you needed to contact them to move their vehicle.The beds were very comfortable but a safety hazard for lower legs if you hit frame because the mattress and frame don’t match.One room did not have AC, cracked windows, back balcony unsafe, tvs very difficult to use, dishwasher did not work.It was nice to have washer and dryer that worked. The accomdations needed some freshening up with paint and repairs. The location was great for walking around and watching activity on river.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Maja M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
The furniture is old as seen in the pictures and the rooms are a bit musty but clean. It’s not possible to open all of the windows. At our stay the dishwasher didn’t work and the water leaked out if the air conditioner. But the host was very friendly. He wanted to repair the devices.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Douglas S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Meh…..

Apartment is decent, well kept/ maintained, and in a good location. Unfortunately when you’re paying over 200/night, you like there to be hangers in the closets, the ceiling lights in the master bedroom not to be blown/ not working, and for the exhaust fan in the bathroom to work.All of which is acceptable if you’re paying under 125/ night. But not acceptable at over 200/ night
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexandre E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Old New England charm and character

Great location, lots of space, free parking. Beds so soft you'll sink into 'em. Easy access. Truly a gem for the visitors in Boston area.Walk to bustling Harvard Square, relax in the park next door, stroll the streets of Old Cambridge soaked in colonial history.[ Understand it's an old house, so definitely not for the people who only accept brand spankin' new stuff. If you drop a golf ball on the floor in any of the rooms, it'll keep rolling. But it's a part of the charm package. :) ]Walk to bustling
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

truArtAgenda V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Rhythms of the Water

. . . . entered the apartment and the neighborhood was not only friendly yet also beautiful. Really nice floors and balconies! I used televisions for education on YouTube and enjoyed the view as meditation.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

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