BUY NEAR BOSTON UNIVERSITY
Homes for Sale
Near BU
Current BU-area homes, neighborhood intelligence and ownership math — with local property and financing guidance kept in one place.
Boston University · Charles River Campus · Compare the home, the commute and the complete ownership plan.
Boston UniversityBoston, MA
Current homes in the BU sale view · checked Sep 5, 2026Change college
BOSTON MARKET MOMENTUM
What changed over the last year?
Citywide context for a BU-area purchase. These are Boston benchmarks, not a forecast for any individual property.Rents
YoY · Boston city · Aug 2026For-sale inventory
YoY · Boston city · Aug 2026Rental availability
YoY · Boston city · Aug 2026Source-checked Sep 19, 2026 · Realtor.com Economic Research · values displayed to one decimal.View current BU homes →
REAL HOMES. REAL NUMBERS. BRIGHTER FUTURES.
Homes near Boston University
Compare campus proximity, ownership costs and the four-year numbers — not just listing prices.
Available homes · Sorted by distance
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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.
Current published selection. Confirm prices and availability. Distances are straight-line to campus.
Work with local experts
Get guidance from professionals who know BU and the surrounding neighborhoods.
Frank CarrollBU RealtorLocal advice. Local insight. Better outcomes.
Matt DeanLoan Officer, NEXACreative financing for college home buyers.
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WHERE THE HOME CHANGES THE DAILY ROUTINE
Compare BU neighborhoods like a buyer
Price is only one variable. Compare the property type, recurring building costs and the actual trip to your BU destination.
$440K – $579KCurrent verified asking rangeAllston
Current homes1.7 mi median campus distanceCondo
Start with the part of Allston that fits your daily route to campus. A home near the western campus can offer a different commute from a property farther into the neighborhood.
Frank’s checklistWalk the actual route to your BU building at the time you expect to travel.Explore Allston →
$599K – $880KCurrent verified asking rangeBrookline
Current homes0.9 mi median campus distanceCondo
Brookline borders Boston University, but the right location depends on the campus building you use. Compare walking routes with the B and C branches of the Green Line.
Frank’s checklistCompare the full monthly cost, including condo fees and parking.Explore Brookline →
$579KCurrent verified asking rangeFenway – Kenmore
Current homes0.4 mi median campus distanceCo-op
Fenway and Kenmore put you close to the eastern end of BU’s Charles River Campus. Building type matters: a co-op, condominium, and rental apartment can carry different requirements.
Frank’s checklistHave Frank explain ownership structure before comparing prices.Explore Fenway – Kenmore →
$589K – $1.5MCurrent verified asking rangeBack Bay / South End
Current homes1.4 mi median campus distanceCondo + Co-op
Back Bay and the South End are distinct neighborhoods. Their appeal extends beyond a student’s time at BU, but neither should be treated as one uniform campus commute.
Frank’s checklistIdentify whether you need BU’s Charles River Campus or Medical Campus.Explore Back Bay / South End →
Rent vs. own near BU: start with the same time horizon
Compare published BU-area rent evidence with a principal-and-interest starting point, then add the costs that make ownership real.
$4,200/moPublished monthly rent benchmark for this bedroom count4 YearsComparison horizon
Turn this into a complete BU ownership scenario.
- Add taxes, insurance, HOA and repairs
- Stress-test any roommate contribution
- Plan the sale, rental or hold after graduation
Mortgage benchmark: Freddie Mac PMMS ↗ · not a rate quote.
PROPERTY + FINANCING, KEPT SEPARATE
Use the right professional for the right decision
Frank helps evaluate the home and neighborhood. Matt handles financing questions and eligibility. CollegeHousing.ai keeps the BU property context attached between them.BU-AREA REAL ESTATE
Frank Carroll
Vice President / Real Estate Agent · Compass
- Property tours and offer strategy
- Neighborhood and building context
- Condo rules, condition and resale questions
COLLEGE HOUSING FINANCING
Matt Dean
Mortgage Loan Consultant · NEXA Lending · NMLS #227603
- Parent and occupancy scenarios
- Conventional and investor financing
- Property-specific payment review
BU BUYING INTELLIGENCE
Go deeper without losing your place
These guides support the property decision instead of sending you back to a generic resource library.
PARENT BUYING GUIDEBuying Housing Near Boston UniversityWho owns, who lives there, the true monthly cost and the plan after graduation.Read guide →NEIGHBORHOOD GUIDEBest Neighborhoods Near BUCompare Allston, Brookline, Fenway–Kenmore and the surrounding Boston tradeoffs.Read guide →INVESTOR GUIDEBU Student Housing Investment GuideRent evidence, operating costs, financing and exit-plan questions for a BU-area property.Read guide →
See all BU guides →QUESTIONS BUYERS ASK
BU home-buying answers
Is it better to rent or buy near Boston University?
The median asking price for a BU-area home is $777,000, while a 2-bedroom rental averages $4,596/month. For a 4-year degree, a student’s half of that rent totals a sunk cost of $110,304. Buying a property allows families to offset this cost through principal paydown, but requires upfront cash for a down payment, HOA fees, and a planned exit strategy after graduation. Use the calculator to compare the same housing arrangement, then ask Frank to review the property assumptions and Matt Dean to review financing.
Can parents buy a condo for a BU student?
Start by identifying who will own, borrow, and occupy the condo. Then review building rules, cash needed, monthly costs, and the plan after graduation. Frank handles the property discussion; Matt reviews the financing question and applicable eligibility.
What do condo fees include?
The association’s budget and documents control. Ask which utilities, insurance, maintenance, staffing, amenities, and reserves the fee covers, and whether assessments or major work are planned. Compare the complete monthly cost rather than the asking price alone.
Can out-of-state parents buy a property near BU?
Frank works with buyers relocating to Boston and can help coordinate a property search from out of state. Financing and ownership arrangements require a separate review of your circumstances. Start with a callback and explain your timeline.
Who can help with financing near BU?
Matt Dean, NEXA Lending, NMLS #227603, is the financing contact for this page. Share your intended occupancy, purchase budget, and selected property. Ask him to confirm the applicable state licensing, property eligibility, and available programs before proceeding.
How can I schedule a showing with Frank?
Choose Learn More on the property you are considering. Your request will include the address, listing ID, Buy or Rent selection, and BU market. You can also call or text Frank at 617-721-7461.
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