Blog :: 03-2017

Boston Open Houses: Saturday & Sunday, April 1 & 2

Boston open housesAre you searchingfora Boston condo or single family home? Here are the Boston open houses scheduled forSaturday & Sunday, April 1& 2,in the downtown Boston neighborhoodsand beyond.Inventory of Boston condos and homes for sale is still historically low, and that can result in properties goingunder agreement quickly. If youreserious about buying, I recommend that you get toopenhouses as soon as newproperties come on the market.If you can,go withanexperienced broker. That would be me 25 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 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.Click on the neighborhoods of interest to you to see the open house listings.

Back Bay South End
Beacon Hill Midtown
Waterfront Seaport
North End South Boston
Leather District Fenway
Cambridge Somerville
Brookline Newton
Charlestown
Search for other nhoods and towns

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Boston's Fenway Park Prepares for Opening Day

Fenway park improvementsWith Opening Day for Fenway Park on the other side of this weekend(Monday, April 3), I'd like toshare an itemon Fenway Park construction by the Boston Business Journal.According to BBJ, at least $3.6 million in improvements to the park took place over the winter, ranging from structural shoring to building new game suites. BBJ has also put together a slideshow to illustrate what the park's ground crew preparations have been like in recent weeks. Those projects include removing ice and snow, removing grass, re-sodding, dismantling an ice rink, and plantinga coyote decoy to ward off geese.Read Boston Business Journal's Fenway Park Off-season Enhancements Will be Unveiled Soon.

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Spacious Boston Leather District 1 Bed Condo $899,000

Boston Leather District condoThis Leather District 1 bed condo is a classic loft that has it all: large square footage (1,472 square feet), soaring brick barrel vaulted ceilings, huge front facing windows letting in tons of light, polished concrete floors, a large kitchen, central air conditioning, in-unit washer/dryer, and plenty of storage.Heat and hot water are included in fee. This elevator building is professionally managed, and pets are welcome.This home is conveniently located across from South Station, with close proximity to restaurants, Financial District and the expanding Seaport District.See more photos and details for 717 Atlantic Avenue, #4A.See other Leather District condos for sale.If youhavequestions about this property, or about buying or selling Boston real estate, please call me at617-584-9790, orsend me an email usingthe blue linkbelow. Boston real estate 

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Boston Redevelopment: Potential for Iconic Parkland Along Boston Harbor

 

Several of the nation's leading landscape architects have been hired by the Trustees of the Reservations to design a "jaw-dropping" Boston Harbor area park, according to a Boston Globe article.This would be the Trustees first major property in Boston; until recently it has focused primarily on other areas of Massachusetts. Five potential locations have been selected for consideration.The Trustees of the Reservations has a long history of owning and managing beaches, parklands, and forests in other MA towns, but Trustees' chief executive Barbara Erickson sees a real need in Boston:

Were a great land owner and land manager, but what we lacked is really jaw-dropping landscapes that are publicly accessible in Boston, Erickson said. And we realize the Seaport was lacking some iconic spaces.

The Trustees' most recent programs inBoston have beentaking over management of 55 City of Boston community gardens, and partnering with the Boston Public Market to open The KITCHEN, a 3,200 square foot, state-of-the-art demonstration and teaching kitchen.Read the Boston Globe's Dreams of a Common on the Waterfront. 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

 

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Boston Open Houses Saturday & Sunday, March 25 & 26

Boston open housesAre you searchingfora Boston condo or single family home? Here are the Boston open houses scheduled forSaturday & Sunday, March 25& 26,in the downtown Boston neighborhoodsand beyond.Inventory of Boston condos and homes for sale is still historically low. Low inventory can cause properties to go under agreement quickly. If youreserious about buying, heres what I suggest: Get toopenhouses as soon as newproperties of interest to you come on the market.If you can,go withanexperienced broker. That would be me 25 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 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.Click on the neighborhoods of interest to you to see the open house listings.

Back Bay South End
Beacon Hill Midtown
Waterfront Seaport
North End South Boston
Leather District Fenway
Cambridge Somerville
Brookline Newton
Charlestown
Search for other nhoods and towns

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Spacious and Sophisticated South Boston 2 Bed Condo $1,125,000

South Boston 2 bed condoThis sophisticated corner unit South Boston 2 bedcondo offers 1,661 square feet all on one floor, plus garage parking, 2 bathrooms, and an office space. The large modern open floor plan offers a living room with dramatic windows and private balcony, and dining area with room for at least eight. The chef-inspired kitchen is complete with Viking appliances, gas cooking, wine fridge, quartz counters, sleek European cabinetry, and waterfall-style island.The oversized master suite has an enormous walk-in closet, and a spa-like bathroom featuring dual vanities and large steam shower. The guest bedroom is king-sized and has double closets. A bonus room doubles as a home office or extra storage. There is a separate laundry room with more storage.Additional features include custom-stained hardwoods, bluetooth surround sound, Restoration Hardware lighting, and garage parking for one car. This pet-friendly elevator building offers a dedicated pet area, and a common roof deck with gas grills and stunning city views.This home is new to the market.See more photos and details for 401-403 West 1st Street, #202.See other South Boston condos for sale.If youhavequestions about this property, or about buying or selling Boston real estate, please call me at617-584-9790, orsend me an email usingthe blue linkbelow. Boston real estate 

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Boston Real Estate: The Spring Condo Market is Stirring

Boston real estate trendsThere are some sure signs ofthe arrival of Spring in Boston: The return of the swans to the Public Garden; the Boston Flower & Garden Show; the running of the Boston Marathon; and of course opening day at Fenway Park. While none of those things have happened quite yet, there's one spring activity that's already warming up theBostoncondo market.Transitioning out of the winter season, moreproperties are starting to come on the market. We still expect to see the historically low inventory we've been seeing the last several years, however. I know I've been saying this for a few years, butit's still true:If you've been thinking of selling your Boston condo or home, this is still a good time to sell. We don't know how long mortgage rates willstay where they are (they have been slowly creeping upwards), but for now there is still pent-up demand for Boston properties.The"Supply & Demand" graph above illustrates the number of Boston residences that have gone under agreement for purchase in the 30 day period ending March 15, 2017. It also shows how many listings were available at the end of that same period. As you can see from the graph, a new phase of low supply began in 2013 and it has remained low every year since then. Only now are we seeing a slight incline back up to 2013 supply numbers.When we compare the amount of properties under agreement against the number available, we get what is known as an absorption rate. The rate is seen in months of supply, with most analysts considering a balanced market to be a three month supply. We currently have about 1.27 months supply citywide. When the supply is lower than balanced, we see upward pressure on prices.Even under the best sellers' market conditions,its still very important to price your homeright from the start. My goal when listing a home is to capitalize on the motivation of serious buyers, and those are the buyers who will visit the listing within the first couple of weeks it is on market.I refer to pricing your Boston home correctly asone of four vital components to selling with a good outcome.What's Your Property Worth?For 25 years now, I have helped people buyhomes and condominiums in Boston and its suburbs.I've developed anextensive knowledge of the city, neighborhoods, buildings, people, and the many issues involved in the local real estate market. I would love to help you, too.nIfyouhave been thinking about selling your Boston home or condo, or have questions about buying or selling Boston real estate, pleasecall me at617-584-9790. Or you canemail me viathe blue button below.  Boston real estate 

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South End 2 Bed Condo Perfect for Entertaining $1,349,000

South End Boston 2 bed condoThis luxurious South End 2 bedcondo is in the sought-after Wilkes Passage building. Newly renovated with stunning designer finishes, the gourmet kitchen features an oversized stone island which comfortably seats 6, custom cabinetry, and gas cooking. An open living/dining area completes thefabulous entertaining space.The designer master bedroom hasa custom-built walk-in closet and an ensuite bath. A second bedroom with custom built-ins and a newly added second bathroom complete this home.Building amenities include a 24-hour concierge, an elevator, onsite professional management, common roof-deck, as well as a second-floor terrace. This home is minutes to I-90, SoWa Open Market, Whole Foods, and Restaurant Row. It includes 1 deeded garage parking spot.See more photos and details for 1313 Washington Street, #320.See other South End condosfor sale.If youhavequestions about this property, or about buying or selling Boston real estate, please call me at617-584-9790, orsend me an email usingthe blue linkbelow. Boston real estate 

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Boston Open Houses for Saturday & Sunday, March 18 & 19

Boston open housesAre you searchingfora Boston condo or single family home? Here are the Boston open houses scheduled forSaturday & Sunday, March 18 & 19,in the downtown Boston neighborhoodsand beyond.Inventory of Boston condos and homes for sale is still historically low. Low inventory can cause properties to go under agreement quickly. If youreserious about buying, heres what I suggest: Get toopenhouses as soon as newproperties of interest to you come on the market.If you can,go withanexperienced broker. That would be me 25 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 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.Click on the neighborhoods of interest to you to see the open house listings.

Back Bay South End
Beacon Hill Midtown
Waterfront Seaport
North End South Boston
Leather District Fenway
Cambridge Somerville
Brookline Newton
Charlestown
Search for other nhoods and towns

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  

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Boston Waterfront 2 Bed Condo Near Christopher Columbus Park $899,000

Boston Waterfront 2 bed condoSituated on a quiet tree lined street, steps from Christopher Columbus Park, historic Boston Harbor, shops and restaurants of both the North End and Faneuil Hall, 112 Fulton Street offers ease of living. Unit 2B is a sophisticated two bedroom, one and one half bath home, located in a small, boutique building.This unit offers a generous living/dining room featuring gleaming hardwood floors, traditional exposed brick walls, high beamed ceilings and electric fireplace. The open concept kitchen has granite counters, Samsung appliances (including range, microwave, refrigerator, dishwasher), and porcelain tile flooring. The master bedroom features hardwood floors, en-suite bath, and a wall of closets. A second bedroom/den and guest half bath complete this home.The building at 112 Fulton Street features an 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 other Waterfront condosfor sale.If youhavequestions about this property, or about buying or selling Boston real estate, please call me at617-584-9790, orsend me an email usingthe blue linkbelow. Boston real estate 

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