lexington (Newton, Brookline: live in, moving to, deal)

[puffle]

Originally Posted by miu

How big a place are you looking for? A one bedroom? There's a one bedroom apartment listed on craigslist in Newton that takes pets.

You are a sweet heart for looking. We need at least a two bedroom plus den as there are three of us. We saw a few in Newton, in fact, hubby saw one today that would take pets because the place was a piece of crap. He has seen nice ones too, but the bedrooms are ridiculous. How do you guys manage to fit a queen bed with decent size furniture in a 11x11 bedroom with a teeny tiny closet for two people?

[Valerie C]

Not a regular poster to this thread, but wanted to point out that even if Puffle was to look at condos to buy, many condo associations will limit how many dogs can live in a unit. Look carefully...

Originally Posted by GreenMachine

Puff,

Does your husband have a pic of the dogs that he can show to people?

Another thought -- maybe you can buy a condo, and that way you won't have to worry.

Greenie

[puffle]

I just wanted to make it clear that I am not looking for sympathy here. I know many of the people on this forum have followed my journey of trying to get to Ma. for some time now and just wanted to give a progress report or lack thereof, for those that do care. I know the facts of renting and buying have done both and I know the laws for all of the towns that we are interested in regarding the amount of dogs that are allowed. I have done my homework thoroughly but just as you wouldn't get rid of your children if you constantly ran into adult only buildings, I will not get rid of my dogs either as they are a very important part of our family and have been for years. Ok, I am done ranting now.lol.

[scarletfire]

I know of a small 3bdrm 1 bath ranch house in Sudbury that was available for rent and ok with pets. I can't seem to find the owner's number but she did have the house listed for sale awhile ago with Laura Palumbo Meier at Black Horse Realty (508) 208-5215. She might be able to tell you if it's still available for rent. However, I don't think it had a fenced yard so don't know if that's an issue for you.

Did your hubby check out that place I sent you in Lynnfield? I know it's small but at least they seem accomodating about dogs, and it's a great town.

Best of luck! Don't give up hope. We've rented numerous times with cats and never had a problem finding a place.

[miu]

As someone who rents a small one bedroom apartment out, I would much rather have pets than have children upstairs from me.

[scarletfire]

Here are a few that may be worth a look:

ANDOVER, 3 BEDROOM, 1 1/2 BATH, ANTIQUE FARMHOUSE WITH GARAGE, CORNER LOT ON ROUTE 133 IN HISTORIC SHAWSHEEN VILLIAGE, WALK TO JR. HIGH AND HIGH SCHOOL, CLOSE TO ROUTES 93 & 495 AND PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION, MINIMUM ONE YEAR LEASE, $1950/MO., PETS OK, CALL OR E-MAIL bob murgia
(978) 475-8666

Westboro. $1650/mo. Bright, clean, freshly painted, ranch style home features 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths, big backyard, quiet neighborhood. FANTASTIC LOCATION! Walk to major shopping, elementary school, parks. Minutes from commuter rail to Boston, Rt. 9, 495, and Mass Pike. Available NOW!. For rent by owner-no fee!. Pets allowed. Call: 617-513-2214 or e-mail sshainker@gmail.com. Stuart Shainker

Southboro house for rent: Spectacular House. Unique opportunity to live in Southborough. Great schools. Only 1 mile from Route 495 and Route 9. Easy access to the Mass Pike (I-90). Nearby to Marlborough, Framingham, Natick, Ashland, Hopkinton, Sudburry, Westborough and Northborough. Rent of $1850, plus utilities. Includes appliances. First, last, and security deposit required. Available November 1. Location: 18 Leonard Drive, Southborough, MA 01772 Bedrooms: 3, Bathrooms: 1 full ò Beautifully renovated 3 bedroom / 1 bath Split Entry home, on wonderful corner 17,000 sq ft lot ò Wood kitchen with plenty of cabinet space, new granite countertops and stainless steel appliances ò Hardwood floors throughout 1st floor (bedrooms, dinning room, kitchen and hall) ò Finished basement, carpeted and with fireplace (adds over 600sf to total living space) ò Huge screened-in porch ò Nice leveled back yard. Pets ok. Antonio Echenique
(508) 308-9366


Hopkinton - Large 4 bedroom Colonial surrounded by mother nature. Large eat in kitchen, diningroom, formal livingroom, fireplaced familyroom with catherdal ceiling. Two staircases to second floor, one off the kitchen and one off the foyer. Master bedroom with masterbath and walk-in closet. Large full basement for storage. Washer and dryer on first floor. (Washer and dryer are staying). Close to the train stations, and 495,90. $2000/mo. Pets ok! The Homes Connection of Metro West, Inc. 508-231-4566

2bd 1ba, 1200 sq ft, Brookline Village - PET FRIENDLY! $1875/mo + $150 parking. Steps to D line. Arlene Lehane Ford Realty (617) 281-4809

Fingers crossed!! :-)

[puffle]

Thanks very much everyone for your help.

[GreenMachine]

Originally Posted by puffle

I just wanted to make it clear that I am not looking for sympathy here. I know many of the people on this forum have followed my journey of trying to get to Ma. for some time now and just wanted to give a progress report or lack thereof, for those that do care. I know the facts of renting and buying have done both and I know the laws for all of the towns that we are interested in regarding the amount of dogs that are allowed. I have done my homework thoroughly but just as you wouldn't get rid of your children if you constantly ran into adult only buildings, I will not get rid of my dogs either as they are a very important part of our family and have been for years. Ok, I am done ranting now.lol.

I understand, Puff.

Greenie

[brightdoglover]

"I will not get rid of my dogs either as they are a very important part of our family and have been for years."

I so wish more people had your attitude towards these critters who depend on us and give so much. Good luck.

[puffle]

UPDATE: Husband just visited a rental in Chesnut Hill on a very charming, quiet street but so close to everything including the T from different areas. They talked terms, and we can move in either the 1st or wait to the 10th and save about $580. These are the words I have been waiting to hear..."it's yours".