#BostonCondos #BostonRealEstateOne block from the Ritz Towers, in the midstof the burgeoning new Downtown residential and retail district near Boston Common, Beacon Hill, and Back Bayis Millennium Place. Built in 2013 by Millennium Partners (developers of One Charles, Ritz Boston, and the new Millennium Tower),Millennium Place offers luxury living in an exciting urban setting.The homes in this building are sophisticated residences with high-quality finish. Features includehigh ceilings, central a/c, in-unit laundry, Bosch appliances, floor-to-ceiling windows and more.This pet-friendly full-service building has a long list of amenities, including 24/7 concierge and doorman, childrens' playroom, valet garage parking, screening room, private dining room, and private wine tastings and other events. There is also a Sports Club LA gym offering massage studios, yoga, and pilates. The building has wi-fi throughout.Here's more about Millennium Placein Midtown Boston.Here's an example of a 3 bed 3 bath condo at Millennium Place. New to the market, this corner unit hasviews overlooking Washington Street, Boston's business district, and Chinatown. This unit hasa custom kitchen with granite counters, gas cooking and center island with wine storage.The large 2-closet master bedroom has an en-suite master bath with double sinks, tub, and shower. Two more bedrooms each have their own bathroom,one of which is en-suite. One deeded full service valet parking space in the heated garage is included.Here are more photos and details for 580 Washington Street, #1103.If youhavequestions about this home, Millennium Place, or buying or selling Boston real estate, please call me at
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#BostonOpenHouses#BostonRealEstateAre you searchingfora Boston condo or single family home?Here are the Boston open houses scheduled forSaturday & Sunday, December 10& 11,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, get toopenhouses as soon as those properties come on the market.If you can,go withanexperienced broker (that would be me25 years). 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 25 years in the Boston real estate market, I havehelpedhundreds of people buy and sell Boston condos and homes. If you need assistance, call me.
With interest rates likely to increase soon, I thought I wouldshare aBoston Globe article about how upcoming changes may affect home buyers.Written by Paul Anastos, a frequent national mortgage speaker and an authority on residential home loans, the article explains how the Federal Reserve works in regards to keeping the nation's financial system safe.Home loan rates tend to stay in step with Treasury Bond rates. These bonds serve as a way of funding government operations by providing a way for the nation to borrow money.The Federal Reserve's Open Market Committeeregularly reviews the market to make decisions about interest rates, securities, and other conditions that may affect interest rates and how easy (or not) it is to get home loan financing.As Anastos explains, a shift in interest rates might be felt eithernegatively or positively depending on what it is you're looking to accomplish:
#BostonCondos #BostonRealEstateAtelier 505 in Boston's South End was the neighborhood's first full service luxury condo building when it opened in 2003. Its convenience is hard to beat, with itsfirst floor shops, restaurants, and local theater at sidewalklevel, as well as its close proximity to cafes, art galleries, and Back Bay Station.The building features full-time concierge and doorstaff, fully outfitted fitness center, underground parking, a common patio, and a lovely library with caterer's kitchen available for functions.Boston'sSouth End is a charmingand vibrant tree-lined neighborhood with historic brownstone homes, a variety of parks (including an enclosed dog park within Peter's Park), and manyone-of-a-kind shops.Here's an example of a 1+ bed, 1.5 bath condo for sale at Atelier 505. This duplex features a 2-story entrance foyer, oversized floor to ceiling windows, and panoramic views of the Back Bay skyline. The sun-filled living room with Afzelia Doussie floors overlooks a large private terrace for entertaining. The SieMatic kitchen has aSubzero refrigerator and high-end appliances. There's a luxurious en suite Botticino marble master bath, enormous walk-in closet, and a bonus utility room/study. Offering includes 1 deeded garage space (self-park or valet).See more details and photos for 
#BostonCondos #BackBayCondosHere's a "New Construction" Back Bay 3 bed condo overlooking the Charles River. This parlor level duplex has direct elevator access to both floors. An all glass modern interior stairwell connects both floors where there is a large kitchen/great room with a huge deck overlooking the river.The large front facing living room has beautiful south-facing bay windows with an abundance of sunlight, a center dining area, and powder room. The ceiling height is magnificent. The master suite has a huge walk-in closet area and luxurious master bath. There is direct access to tandem garage parking. This project will be completed early Spring of 2017. Samples of the finishes are available to show.See more details and photos for 