#BostonOpenHouses#BostonRealEstateAre you searchingfora Boston condo or single family home?Here are the Boston open houses scheduled forSaturday & Sunday, July 23& 24,in the downtown Boston neighborhoodsand beyond.To see the locations and times, click the neighborhood links ofinterest to you. If youd like tolook beyond Boston, click the Search for other neighborhoods and towns link.Inventory of Boston condos and homes for sale is still historically low, and that can often causenew listings to gounderagreement quickly. If youreserious about buying, my suggestion is to get toopenhouses as soon as those properties come on the market.If you can,go withanexperienced broker (that would be me24 years and counting). That is,someone who canexpertly advise you, prepare and present anoffer for you, negotiate in your interests, and guideyour transaction throughthe various potential pitfallsthat can derail a Boston real estate deal. If you cant have me attend with you, please write my name in with yours on the sign-in sheet.In my 24 years in the Boston real estate market, I havehelpedhundreds of people buy and sell Boston condos and homes. If you need assistance, call me.

If youhavequestions about buying or selling Boston real estate, please call me at617-584-9790, orsend me an email via the linkbelow.  

Boston Real Estate Headlines:

• Taj Boston Sale Officially Closes, Improvements to Come
• New Projects Keep Boston on Top of Foreign Investments
• Bostons Seaport District Rolls Along
• The Boston Red Sox and the Real Estate Market

Featured Boston Real Estate:

• 177 Beacon Street #1, Back Bay $2,250,000
• 38 Concord Square #2, South End #1,440,000
• 346 Congress Street #414, Seaport $650,000
• 112 Fulton Street #2B, North End $929,000

 #BostonRealEstate #BostonCondosBoston's many unique downtown neighborhoodseach having its own particular look, feel, and charm make the city an exceptionally appealing place to live. Thecity's neighborhoodsare highly walkable, and most are within close proximity to one another owing to its compact layout. Here's a condensedlook at some of themorecentrally located downtown Boston neighborhoods.For an old World Italian-European vibe, theNorth Endcan't be beat.With its many traditional produce, meat, and cheese stores, in addition to an abundance of stellarrestaurants and bakeries, this neighborhood won't disappointeven the fussiestgastronome. Street festivals are a tradition here in the summer months. Bordered by the historic wharves ofBostons Waterfrontand the new Rose Kennedy Greenway, there is easy access to natural settings. The many historic homes of the North Endhave been divided into condominiums.For a village feel,Beacon Hillis a perfect choice. This is another neighborhood with old world charm. With its many narrow cobblestone streets and homes that lookvery much like they did in the 1600s, walking this area can be like stepping way back in time. Antique shoppers know Charles Street Beacon Hill's main thoroughfare as the place to go. Many newer clothing boutiques and gift shops have also found their way onto Charles Street in more recent times. Near to theMassachusetts State House,the Boston Common,the Boston Public Garden,and theEsplanade, Beacon Hill is also within short walking distance of Back Bay, Midtown, and the theatre district. While many Beacon Hillhomes and condos have undergonerenovations, they retain many traditional details first installed by the affluent founders of the Beacon Hill neighborhood.There are alsoluxury and full-service residential buildings in Beacon Hill suchBowdoin Place, The Tudor, The Claflin Building, The Lincolnshire, and45 Province.Created in the latter half of the 19^thcentury, Boston's Back Bayneighborhood drew the wealthiest members of society, with many of its homes and public buildings designed by some of the most noteworthy architects of the time. This was a big move forwardfrom its humble beginnings as a swamp the neighborhood was built onlandfill. It is home to theBoston Public Garden, the countrys first public garden, with its colorful andmeticulously landscaped flower gardens, majestic trees, and pond. Modern dayBack Bay is a high-end shoppers destinationand a mecca of fine dining, but also retains some of its favoritelow-brow shops and restaurants.Homes in Back Bayincludesplendid Victorian row houses, as well as Gothic, Queen Anne and Romanesque styles. There are also a good share ofrecentlyconstructed full-service luxury condo buildings,includingThe Mandarin-Oriental,the Clarendon Back Bay,The Belvedere, The Ritz Carlton Towers Boston, Trinity Place,360 Newbury,One Charles,Zero Marlborough,The Four Seasons,The Heritage-on-the-Garden,Carlton House andLe Jardin.Bostons Midtownwas not even thought of as a neighborhood ten years ago, but it has since evolved into a hubof luxury high-rise condos. The area isattractive to city dwellers cravingnightlife such as theater, cinema, and high end dining and drinking venues. Midtownis home to a multiplex cinema and directly adjacent to the Theatre District.The newest residential building, Millennium Tower, has just joined the otherfull service luxury condo buildings such asThe Ritz-Carlton Towers,Millennium Place, The Residences at the W and 45 Province.Bostons South End neighborhood hasan arts community that includes the SoWa (South of Washington) Art + Design District and the Boston Center for the Arts. With a friendly demeanor, a pet-friendly attitude, a wealth of green spaces, and and many popularrestaurants and bars, the vibe here is particularlylaid back for a city neighborhood. Tree-lined streets, red brick sidewalks, andbeautiful oldbrownstone homesadd to its abundantcharm. The SoWa section of the hood (South of Washington) has an open market for six months of the year withan outdoor farmers' market, artisans tents, a vintage market, food trucks and beer garden, and open artist studios. In addition to the many 1850s-era attached brownstone homes here (many luxuriously renovated), there are plenty of modern residential buildings. Recently constructed luxury condo buildings in Bostons South End include 285 Columbus Lofts, Wilkes Passage, D4, The Penmark,Atelier 505, 700 Harrison, SEPIA, Penny Savings Bank and others.Probably the most common thread running through all these neighborhoods is availability of good food. But asI mentioned, the layout of the city iscompac, and that makes it very easy to access art, theater, nature, music, and shopping from anywhere in the downtown neighborhoods.Are you thinking about where to live in Boston?Ifyou have questions about buying or sellingBoston condos or homes, call meat 617-584-9790. Orsend me an email via the blue link below.In my 24+ years in the Boston real estate market, Ive made it my priority to develop anextensive knowledge of the city, neighborhoods, buildings, people, and the many issues involved in the local real estate market. I have helped hundreds of people buy and sell homes, and I can help you, too.  

Boston Real Estate Headlines:

• New Projects Keep Boston on Top of Foreign Investments
• Bostons Seaport District Rolls Along
• The Boston Red Sox and the Real Estate Market
• Another Condo Project Planned for Southie
• Boston Living: Rooftop Grilling Laws

Featured Boston Real Estate:

• 1721 Washington Street #509, South End $750,000
• 42 8th Street #1525, Charlestown Navy Yard $510,000
• 177 Beacon Street #1, Back Bay $2,250,000
• 35 Channel Center #509, Seaport $3,500,000

#BostonCondos #BostonRealEstateThis North End 2 bed condo ison a quiet tree-lined street, steps from Christopher Columbus Park, historic Boston Harbor, and the shops and restaurants of the North End and Faneuil Hall.This home,located in a small, boutique building, features 1.5baths. It hasa generous living/dining room withgleaming hardwood floors, traditional exposed brick walls, and high beamed ceilings. The open kitchen has granite counters, Bosch appliances (including range, microwave, refrigerator, dishwasher), and porcelain tile flooring.The master bedroom features hardwood floors, an en-suite bath, and a wall of closets. Thesecond bedroom, with electric fireplace and guest half bath, complete this home.This building offers ease of living withan elevator, complimentary common laundry room, and bicycle storage. The unit has one deeded parking space behind the building. 112 Fulton Street is professionally managed and pet friendly.See more photos and details for 112 Fulton Street, #2B.See more North End condos for sale.Ifyou have questions about this home, or about buying or sellingBoston condos or homes, call meat 617-584-9790. Orsend me an email via the blue link below.  

Boston Real Estate Headlines:

• New Projects Keep Boston on Top of Foreign Investments
• Bostons Seaport District Rolls Along
• The Boston Red Sox and the Real Estate Market
• Another Condo Project Planned for Southie
• Boston Living: Rooftop Grilling Laws

Featured Boston Real Estate:

• 1721 Washington Street #509, South End $750,000
• 42 8th Street #1525, Charlestown Navy Yard $510,000
• 177 Beacon Street #1, Back Bay $2,250,000
• 35 Channel Center #509, Seaport $3,500,000

 #BeaconHillCondos #BostonCondos #BostonCoopsRight across from Boston's landmark Public Garden, on the Flat of Beacon Hill, this beautiful 3,100 square foot light-filled full-floor residence looks south to a picturesque park vista centered on the serpentine lagoon. In an iconic historic neighborhood, this prime co-op building offers vibrant city living just steps from Charles Street's boutiques and restaurants, Back Bay and the Charles River Esplanade.The spacious and versatile floor-plan has direct access from twoelevators and includes 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths and ample storage. Fireplaces are inviting focal points in the comfortably elegant living room, dining room and 2 bedrooms including the master suite. The bedrooms are placed apart from the living areas which also include a study.Recent updates include two-zone air conditioning, electrical system, baths (twowith radiant heating, rebuilt windows, sound system wiring, and built-ins). With a live-in superintendent and staffed reception area, the building is steps from the Brimmer Street Garage.See more photos and details for 81 Beacon Street, #2.See more Beacon Hill condos for sale.Ifyou have questions about this home, or about buying or sellingBoston condos or homes, call meat 617-584-9790. Orsend me an email via the blue link below.  

Boston Real Estate Headlines:

• New Projects Keep Boston on Top of Foreign Investments
• Bostons Seaport District Rolls Along
• The Boston Red Sox and the Real Estate Market
• Another Condo Project Planned for Southie
• Boston Living: Rooftop Grilling Laws

Featured Boston Real Estate:

• 1721 Washington Street #509, South End $750,000
• 42 8th Street #1525, Charlestown Navy Yard $510,000
• 177 Beacon Street #1, Back Bay $2,250,000
• 35 Channel Center #509, Seaport $3,500,000

#BostonCondos #BostonRealEstateLast week 47 condos officially closed on the newMillennium Tower in Boston's Downtown Crossing, according to Curbed Boston.This 56-story tower, with 450 luxury condos and 335,000 square feet of retail, has been downa long road to arrive at this point. Fillingthe big hole in the ground where the Filene's Department Store once stood took much longer than originally anticipated.The folks at Curbed Boston have put together a sharplooking and informative timeline showing howthe site's ownershipand development have evolved since January of 2007. Local politics, firsts in Boston building height, firsts in Boston residential asking prices, and the economy have allstarred in this story.Read Curbed Boston's Millennium Tower: The Ultimate Timeline for Boston's Tallest Residential Building.Ifyou have questions about buying or selling Boston real estate, please get in touch. In my 24+ years in the Boston real estate market, Ive made it my priority to develop anextensive knowledge of the city, neighborhoods, buildings, people, and the many issues involved in the local real estate market.Would you like to know what your property is worth?Please call me at617-584-9790, or email me by clicking the blue button below.  

Boston Real Estate Headlines:

• New Projects Keep Boston on Top of Foreign Investments
• Bostons Seaport District Rolls Along
• The Boston Red Sox and the Real Estate Market
• Another Condo Project Planned for Southie
• Boston Living: Rooftop Grilling Laws

Featured Boston Real Estate:

• 1721 Washington Street #509, South End $750,000
• 42 8th Street #1525, Charlestown Navy Yard $510,000
• 177 Beacon Street #1, Back Bay $2,250,000
• 35 Channel Center #509, Seaport $3,500,000

#BostonRedevelopment #BostonCondosA 71 unit condominium building with a mix of1, 2, 3, and 4bedroom condos will be the next life for a former Beacon Hill Suffolk University building. The Boston Redevelopment Authority (BRA) approved aproposal yesterday for the119,000 square foot conversion project.Bicycle storage will be available, as will underground parking and a professional valet.Afitness room, lounge, andfamily recreation space are some of the amenities being considered to occupyits 5,700 square feet of amenities space.The project at 33-61 Temple Street is expected to cost $162,000,000 and supply 89 construction jobs.See the BRA's project announcement.Doyou have questions about buying or selling Boston real estate?In my 24+ years in the Boston real estate market, Ive made it my priority to develop anextensive knowledge of the city, neighborhoods, buildings, people, and the many issues involved in the local real estate market.Would you like to know what your property is worth?Please call me at617-584-9790, or email me by clicking the blue button below.  

Boston Real Estate Headlines:

• New Projects Keep Boston on Top of Foreign Investments
• Bostons Seaport District Rolls Along
• The Boston Red Sox and the Real Estate Market
• Another Condo Project Planned for Southie
• Boston Living: Rooftop Grilling Laws

Featured Boston Real Estate:

• 1721 Washington Street #509, South End $750,000
• 42 8th Street #1525, Charlestown Navy Yard $510,000
• 177 Beacon Street #1, Back Bay $2,250,000
• 35 Channel Center #509, Seaport $3,500,000

#BostonOpenHouses#BostonRealEstateAre you searchingfora Boston condo or single family home?Here are the Boston open houses scheduled forSaturday & Sunday, July 16 & 17,in the downtown Boston neighborhoodsand beyond.To see the locations and times, click the neighborhood links ofinterest to you. If youd like tolook beyond Boston, click the Search for other neighborhoods and towns link.Inventory of Boston condos and homes for sale is still historically low, and that can often causenew listings to gounderagreement quickly. If youreserious about buying, my suggestion is to get toopenhouses as soon as those properties come on the market.If you can,go withanexperienced broker (that would be me24 years and counting). That is,someone who canexpertly advise you, prepare and present anoffer for you, negotiate in your interests, and guideyour transaction throughthe various potential pitfallsthat can derail a Boston real estate deal. If you cant have me attend with you, please write my name in with yours on the sign-in sheet.In my 24 years in the Boston real estate market, I havehelpedhundreds of people buy and sell Boston condos and homes. If you need assistance, call me.

If youhavequestions about buying or selling Boston real estate, please call me at617-584-9790, orsend me an email via the linkbelow.  

Boston Real Estate Headlines:

• New Projects Keep Boston on Top of Foreign Investments
• Bostons Seaport District Rolls Along
• The Boston Red Sox and the Real Estate Market
• Another Condo Project Planned for Southie
• Boston Living: Rooftop Grilling Laws

Featured Boston Real Estate:

• 1721 Washington Street #509, South End $750,000
• 42 8th Street #1525, Charlestown Navy Yard $510,000
• 177 Beacon Street #1, Back Bay $2,250,000
• 35 Channel Center #509, Seaport $3,500,000

#BostonRealEstateIn Back Bay Boston real estate news, the 273-room Taj Boston Hotel at 15 Arlington Street has officially traded hands. Mumbai-based Indian Hotels sold the property to a group of real estate firms, according to a Boston Business Journal article.Among those firms are Eastern Real Estate, Rockpoint Group, and New England Development.

Taj Boston is an internationally acclaimed hotel due to its rich heritage, superb location and grand architecture, said Stephen R. Karp, chairman of New England Development, in a statement. We look forward to making further improvements to this legendary hotel so it becomes the focal point of Bostons cultural activities.

The Back Bay property was first purchased by Indian Hotels in 2006 for $170 million.Read the Boston Business Journal's Taj Boston Sale Officially Closes, Improvements to Come.Are you interested in current trendsin the Boston residential real estate market? Take a look atmyBoston real estate market update.In my 24+ years in the Boston real estate market, Ive made it my priority to develop anextensive knowledge of the city, neighborhoods, buildings, people, and the many issues involved in the local real estate market. If youhave any questions at all about buying or selling Boston real estate, pleasecall me at617-584-9790, or email me by clicking the blue button below.  

Boston Real Estate Headlines:

• Bostons Seaport District Rolls Along
• The Boston Red Sox and the Real Estate Market
• Prepping Your Home for Sale
• Boston Living: Rooftop Grilling Laws

Featured Boston Real Estate:

• 1721 Washington Street #509, South End $750,000
• 42 8th Street #1525, Charlestown Navy Yard $510,000
• 177 Beacon Street #1, Back Bay $2,250,000
• 35 Channel Center #509, Seaport $3,500,000

#BostonCondos #BostonLuxuryCondosThis spacious and sunny Back Bay 2 bed condo is acorner unit at the Four Seasons Residences. Ithas been renovated with superior craftsmanship and luxurious finishes.This home features an open floor plan ideal for entertaining, separate dining and living areas, and a gourmet kitchen.The graniteandstainless kitchen featuresa Sun Zero refrigerator, Viking range, and island breakfast bar. The spacious master suite includes a walk in closet, custom built-ins, and a master bath complete with steam shower.One garage parking space and storage are included in the sale.Valet, garage parking, indoor pool, and health spa and gym are some of the luxuries included in this world class building.Availability in the Four Seasons Residencesis relatively rare, and these homesare very sought-after. Superbly located, it is directly across Boylston Street from the Boston Public Garden. It is an easy walk or a short cab ride to the best shopping and restaurants in the Back Bay, Beacon Hill, or Midtownand to shows in the Theatre District. Residents in the moodfor a fabulous dinner and drinks in an upscale atmospherecantake the elevator downstairs to the Bristol Lounge!See more photos and details for 220 Boylston Street, #1008.See more Back Bay condos for sale.Ifyou have questions about this home, or about buying or sellingBoston condos or homes, call meat 617-584-9790. Orsend me an email via the blue link below.  

Boston Real Estate Headlines:

• Bostons Seaport District Rolls Along
• The Boston Red Sox and the Real Estate Market
• Prepping Your Home for Sale
• Boston Living: Rooftop Grilling Laws

Featured Boston Real Estate:

• 1721 Washington Street #509, South End $750,000
• 42 8th Street #1525, Charlestown Navy Yard $510,000
• 177 Beacon Street #1, Back Bay $2,250,000
• 35 Channel Center #509, Seaport $3,500,000