$3,000/mo · For rent

Located on Harvard Street in Charlestown’s historic Gaslight Town Hill District, this one-bedroom residence offers a blend of classic charm and modern updates. The freshly painted interior features hardwood floors throughout, oversized windows, and an open-concept living and dining area with an exposed brick wall. The kitchen offers ample cherry cabinetry and storage space, while the spacious bedroom features two southwest-facing windows. Additional highlights include generous closet space, an oversized pantry, and common laundry in the building. Conveniently situated just off Harvard Mall, with easy access to Whole Foods, public transportation, neighborhood restaurants, the waterfront, MGH, the North End, and the Financial District.
20 Harvard Street #3 is a 1-bedroom, 1-bath rental in Boston, MA 02129 with 540 square feet, asking $3,000 a month. It was built in 1870. It has been on our site since October 26, 2026.
The median asking rent among the 1114 other 1-bedroom rentals in Boston is $3,569 a month. This one asks about 16% less.
At 540 square feet, it is smaller than 92% of the 1056 other 1-bedroom rentals in Boston with a stated size.
This home is assessed at $435,300 for fiscal year 2023.
It scores 100 out of 100 for walkability, from how close everyday places are.
The closest train or subway stop is Community College (MBTA Orange Line), about 0.3 miles away. The closest bus stop is Main St @ City Sq (MBTA route 92), about 0.1 miles away.
The closest public schools by level are Harvard-Kent Elementary School (0.4 miles), Vassal Lane Upper School (1.2 miles) and Charlestown High School (0.6 miles). The district decides which school serves an address.
Listing information from MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN), MLS #73595284, deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Prices are compared with other homes listed on this site today. Trains and buses come from the transit agencies’ published schedules and schools from the National Center for Education Statistics. Distances are straight-line. Assessed values and past sales are public records from municipal assessors, published by MassGIS. An assessed value is set for taxation and may differ from market value.
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