I chose this room for the cheap prize and the nearby commuter rail and T stations, making for an easy commute to down town and Harvard square. The house itself is very clean and newly renovated. Most of my roommates were either absent or working full time, so I would describe the room to be very quiet. Grocery stores and laundromat (there is no washer in the house) can also be found nearby. The neighborhood is vibrant, but safe. The host is a great guy, who helped a lot in making my 4 months in the house a great time! I would definitely recommend this place!