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$579,000
Fenway · 0.4 miles to BU · 8 min walk
▱ 1 bedroom♙ 1 bathroom▦ 850 sq ft⌂ Co-op
Why this home surfacedclose to campus, lower purchase price within these results — then compare the full ownership cost and post-graduation plan.
COLLEGE HOUSING, SIMPLIFIED
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Discover homes near top colleges, compare the actual cost of owning versus renting, and model potential roommate income to build a confident long-term financial plan for the years ahead.Talk to a local expert only when you're ready.
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STEP 1 · HOUSING DECISIONRent or own?
Rent or own?
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STEP 2 · FINANCING MODEL
Run the financing numbers here.
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Estimated housing payment$4,452/mo
Loan amount$540,000
Down payment$135,000
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