Coliving in the Alston Home

4.9(100+)Somerville, Boston#15305#15305

6 bedrooms

2 bathrooms

6 beds

1,872 sqft

Minimum stay: 1 month

Planning your 2026-2027 academic stay? Book 9 months and pay our lower 12-month rate. Use code FALL2026.

This apartment offers flexible lease lengths, including a standard 12-month term and options up to 18 months. You pick your custom start and end date. Monthly rent rate is determined by furnishing preference, move-in date and move-out date.

Amenities of this home: Dishwasher, Furnished Common Areas, Wi-Fi - Paid separately (High-Speed), Guarantors Allowed, Flat-Screen TV, Street parking - City permit required, Laundry - Paid separately (in building), Hardwood Flooring, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Air Conditioning | HVAC, Community Events, also, this unit is conveniently located, several local parks, restaurants and bars are just minutes away.

Welcome to the easiest rental experience of your life. Rent furnished or unfurnished apartments available with a flexible lease, including a standard 12-month term and options up to 18 months. As a resident, you’ll have access to 24/7 support and monthly cleanings of the home’s shared spaces.

Amenities

Air conditioning

Rooms

Compare privacy, workspace, and exact pricing before you request to stay.

You will be sharing this coliving with up to 5 people.

Community

Our residents are primarily local and international students and young professionals in their twenties who see their homes as a safe space to unwind from the daily grind. If you're looking for an environment where relaxation comes first, these are your people. And remember, some flatmate friendships last forever!

A good fit for

Business travelersDigital nomadsInternsRemote workersStudentsYoung professionals

Where you'll stay

Alston Street (Somerville), Boston

You'll see the exact address after booking is confirmed.

Commute to

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Reviews

4.9

Excellent!

Based on 344 reviews

Samyak J

Jan 2026

5.0

has been a great housing partner throughout my stay. Their customer service is responsive and professional, and even though I encountered very few issues, any questions or concerns I had were addressed promptly and effic…

Pakpawee T

Dec 2025

4.0

Clean. Staff is very responsive.

Ela E

Dec 2025

5.0

Great coliving apartments for rent and a very caring team that will help you along your whole move-in, stay, and move out. As an international student, I couldn’t have worked with a better company that is always there to…

Liveocean 1

Nov 2025

4.0

I was a resident. Excellent, fair, and timely customer support. The entire process, including move-in and move-out, was easy and hassle-free from beginning to end. Utilities, maintenance, and regular monthly cleaning wer…

John J

Oct 2025

5.0

Incredible company, I lived with them for nearly 2 years.
Common rooms always clean and staff are Grade A excellent.

rieke H

Oct 2025

4.0

I have been living in a shared flat for 5 months. Everything was well organized, and issues have been solved quickly through a service system. Only the cleaning days were sometimes rescheduled repeatedly. All in all, I w…

Things to know

House rules

• Move-in after: 3PM

• Minimum stay: 1 month

• Minimum age: 18

• No indoor smoking

Booking policies

Security deposit

100% of one month's rent.

You pay this directly to the host before move-in.

This is not a booking deposit. It can cover damage, missed payments, or other losses; any remaining amount is refunded after you move out.

Cancellation policy

You won't be charged before the host accepts your request.

Before the host accepts

• No charge before the host accepts

After the host accepts

• Full refund within 24 hours of confirmation.

• Cancel up to 30 days before move-in to receive a refund of 50% of the first month's rent.

Booking rules

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Can I cancel a booking?

You can cancel free of charge before you pay. After payment, the listing's cancellation policy applies.

Will I get the same room as on the photos?

The room you will be assigned might differ slightly from the photos but will match the room type. You are booking a room/bed by type, not a specific unit.

My booking has been accepted, now what?

Once you’ve been accepted and confirmed your ideal moving-in date, the host will be there to welcome you to your new home. They will help you settle in your room, show you around the space, and introduce you to the other community members. Once we’ve answered your questions, you will be given time to get settled and make yourself at home.

Can I tour the property first?

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Top Questions

Will I have privacy?

In shared homes, each resident has their own private bedroom, and all residents in the home share the kitchen, living areas, bathrooms, etc.

Are pets allowed?

Most of our homes are not ideal for pets. However, selected homes do allow pets for an additional monthly fee.

Can I split the rent with my partner or a friend?

Sure! Couples are welcomed!

Is there a designated space for work?

A shared apartment means that you will be sharing the common spaces (kitchen, bathroom, and living room) with one or multiple roommates who are also part of the member network and went through background checks and approval.

What types of people will I be sharing the home with?

Safety is the number one priority for us. Every member is fairly vetted and goes through extensive criminal and background checks, as well as a 3-step approval process that includes in-person interviews with our team. A set of strict, yet reasonable rules is enforced in all of our homes. Our members tend to be a mix of creative, hard-working professionals and students. Most members are moving within the same city, though we have many tenants from around the US and world.

Will I get the same room as on the photos?

The room you will be assigned might differ slightly from the photos but will match the room type. You are booking a room/bed by type, not a specific unit.

Can I tour the property first?

You don´t need to tour the property, and here is why:
- Properties on Coliving.com have pictures and a clear description of the community, rooms, and common areas. Most of them also have 3D or video tours.
- Restricting viewings provide equal opportunities for everyone, whether you are a local or live abroad. Plus, it preserves the privacy of our coliving communities.
- If anything is unclear, you can easily reach out to the property by clicking "Contact host" and ask for more details. Make sure your questions are not already covered in the description or the FAQ section.
- Coliving.com makes sure the coliving property is as advertised, by only sending any money to the operator 24h after you have successfully moved in.
- If the property substantially differ from what is advertiser, you report it to us and we will help you find another place.

My booking has been accepted, now what?

Booking

What information do I need to supply for the application?

You need to verify your identity and meet the financial requirements. These may
include, but are not limited to, a government ID, employment/student status, bank
statements, tax returns, pay stubs, and visa/work permits (if applicable).

What criteria do you use to evaluate potential renters?

Here’s what you’ll need in order to qualify as a resident.Applications must include:
● Solid monthly income. You can prove cash assets by providing banking
statements.
● +650 credit score.
● Background checks.

Is it possible to arrive before the designated move-in time or stay past the move-out time?

We uphold a 3:00 PM move-in policy for several reasons, but most importantly to ensure that your move-in is as smooth as possible. In the case that the previous resident may be moving out the day you move in; we need time to inspect and clean the room, ensuring you will be moving into a space that meets our standards.
If you need to move in earlier than 3:00 PM, we may be able to accommodate this on a case-by-case basis for an additional fee - email our team with your request.

Policies

Is it permissible to have visitors during the day/night?

We would also want to show off our home if we were you. Here’s our policy to keep all our homes happy. Daytime visitors may visit anytime between 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM. The member must be present when there are visitors. We allow up to 2 daytime visitors at a time. If you would like to invite more than 2 Daytime visitors at once, consent from all other Members is required. A friend that stays past 10:00 PM is considered an overnight visitor.
All overnight visitors must be registered through the App, for the safety and consideration of all your housemates. Their full name and phone number are required. If needed, we can send your visitor access to the home. There is a maximum limit of 8 overnight visitors per month, only one at a time. If the visitor stays for more than eight (8) nights, the host shall be charged for the daily rate of the host’s room price for their guest, in addition to their license fee.
Members take full responsibility for their visitors. Any violation or damage caused by a visitor is considered the Member's violation and our policies apply accordingly. TL;DR: be a good human and exercise care when inviting people into your shared home.

What is the policy on alcohol?

If you have questions about our alcohol policies, please reach out to our team for
clarification.

Amenities

What potential costs are there besides the rent?

Our membership fee (aka service fee) covers many great perks for our residents, such as: 24/7 support via our app or member portal, apartment satisfaction guarantee that allows you to switch to another apartment for free within 7 days of your move-in (terms and conditions apply), pre-furnished common areas (living rooms, kitchens, bathrooms) in shared multi-bedroom apartments $20/month home essentials stipend for tenants in shared multi-bedroom apartments that you can use to buy home essentials for you and your roommates (e.g., toilet paper, hand soap, dishwasher pods, paper towels, etc.)
Monthly common area cleaning for shared multi-bedroom apartments is provided by vetted third-party cleaning vendors.
Please note that our membership fee (aka service fee) prices vary from apartment to apartment. Please check each apartment listing for more information.

Are all rooms furnished?

You can request a home that's either furnished or unfurnished. Simply decide on your preference by selecting either "Furnished" or "Unfurnished" on the home listing. Please note that the home’s monthly fee will change according to your choice.

Any meals/snacks included?

Community

Do you host groups/retreats?

We suggest checking with us directly.

How many people will be living here during my stay?

When you rent a shared home, you will be sharing the space with others.
roommates that we will help find for you, and the number of roommates will
depend on the rooms available in the unit. If you rent a studio or one-bedroom
apartment, you will not share that apartment with any roommates.

Is there a house/community manager?

As part of our community, you will have direct contact with our team, which will be
happy to assist you throughout your stay.

What are the nationalities of the other residents?

Safety

Are my belongings safe?

In the event of any damage or loss of your personal belongings, renter’s
insurance will be your sole resource to request compensation as you’ll be able to
file a claim and receive compensation. Also, depending on the insurance
package, you may also be eligible to receive temporary housing in case your
home is deemed uninhabitable for a specific period of time.

Can I lock my bedroom door?

We allow door locks. We can install these upon request for a $30 installation fee.

Does the building have security? What is done to make me feel safe?

The rooms are unable to be locked from the exterior. In the case of an emergency,
Residents need to access all areas of the home. Locks can be added to the
interior of a bedroom door so that when a person occupies the space, the door
locks. The charges are based on the handyman market prices and the material.
cost.

Nearby

What public transportation is available?

The availability of public transportation near a rental property would depend on the
specific location and the city or town in which it is located. You can find information on
the type of public transportation that is close to the unit of your choice by checking out
the listing on our page. Please reach out to our team if you have additional questions.