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Students should compare exact Brookline blocks with campus routes, household needs, municipal services, and lease terms.
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Confirm municipality and address; test transit; compare utilities, roommates, price and lease; verify property and contact.
Confirm before you commit
Ask for costs, dates, and responsibilities in writing. Availability, accepted documents, and screening vary by property and landlord. Verify the listing, authorized representative, and payment recipient before sharing documents or money. Review the Massachusetts Attorney General’s guide for tenants and seek qualified advice for individual legal questions. Share your timing and housing needs with Rita through the rental inquiry form.
