This beautiful 19th century New Orleans townhouse with 3,452 interior square feet is listed by Michael Bain of my affiliate Sothebys brokerage, Dorian Bennett Sothebys International.

Built around 1852, this stunning Faubourg Marigny Greek Revival two story side hall townhouse features all that 19th century New Orleans homes have to offer: beautiful plaster moldings, heart pine floors, lofty ceiling heights and large, airy rooms. This property has four bedrooms and 3.5 baths. A separate guest house includes french doors, brick floors, updated kitchen and bathroom and its own very private brick courtyard. The French Quarter and Frenchmen Street are within blocks.

See more details and photos for 2011 N Rampart, New Orleans, LA.

I can handle your real estate needs here in Boston as well as globally. If you have questions about buying or selling homes in Boston or beyond, please get in touch. You can call me at 617-584-9790, or email joe.wolvek@gibsonsir.com.

One of the joys of summer in the city neighborhoods is enjoying dinner and drinks on our condo decks, balconies, or patios. This time of year I like to share the City of Bostons fire safety rules for these outdoor spaces. These rules exist for the sake of everyones safety. In addition, knowing and following them helps safeguard your legal and financial liability. So lets all stay safe and stay legal!

Boston has fire safety rules to be aware of if youre planning to cook in your outdoor space.

What follow below is a simplified list of the rules.

Plumbed gas grills:  These are permitted on the exterior of any building level. The gas line must be installed by a licensed plumber who has procured the required permits.

Electric grills are permitted on the exterior of any building level. As with the gas grills, the line you are using has to be installed by a licensed electrician, and has to have a permit and be up to code.

Charcoal grills are NOT permitted at all on or within a building structure, or on roof or rear decks. Regulations do not specify whether they are permissible on an outside patio, but the regulations highly discourage them, and you may be legally and financially liable for any damage or injury you cause from flying sparks, fumes, etc.. *Read the regulations in full for charcoal grill safety recommendations.

Liquid propane (LP) grills: Permitted by the City of Boston except:

       are not permitted inside the building.

       are not permitted on balconies above the first floor of any building or structure used for habitation.

       are not permitted on balconies or decks on any level that are covered or enclosed. This includes a first floor deck with a deck above it.

I highly recommend that homeowners read the regulations in full.

Remember Im here to help if you have any questions about Boston real estate matters. You can call me at  617-584-9790, or email me by clicking the blue button below. If youd like to find a beautiful new home in Boston with a deck upon which to grill (legally, of course), you should definitely get in touch!

 

Under agreement in five days for over asking price! My Back Bay 2 bed condo listing on the first block of Commonwealth Avenue steps from the Public Garden had multiple offers.

Situated in an immaculately maintained brownstone, this superbly renovated home features classic Back Bay elements while also offering modern amenities. There are new hardwood floors throughout, a beautifully renovated quartz/stainless kitchen with Electrolux and Bosh appliances, fabulous Back Bay-Comm Ave Mall views, recessed lighting, original marble mantel, and custom built-ins.

See more photos and details for 34 Commonwealth Avenue, #3.

If youre planning to sell your Boston area home or condo, take advantage of the widest possible exposure for your property to the most highly qualified clientele in the world. As Associate Director of Sales, a longtime South End resident, and a 28+ year sales associate, I combine my local expertise with the powerful global marketing resources of Sothebys International Realty.You can view my recent sales and listings here.If you have questions about buying or selling Boston real estate, please call me at  617-584-9790, or send me an email via the link below. 

34 Commonwealth Avenue, #3

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Prime Back Bay! First block of Commonwealth Avenue steps from the Public Garden and the fine dining and shopping of lower Newbury Street! Situated in an immaculately maintained brownstone, this superbly renovated home features classic Back Bay elements while also offering modern amenities.

New hardwood floors throughout! The beautifully renovated quartz/stainless kitchen with Electrolux and Bosh appliances opens to a huge living-dining room with fabulous Back Bay-Comm Ave Mall views, recessed lighting, original marble mantel, and custom built-ins. The master bedroom also has the original marble fireplace mantel and a recently renovated en-suite full bath with rain shower and contemporary vanity and surround. The second bedroom is a perfect guest room, nursery, office, or den. The beautifully renovated second bath has a full tub-shower combo, also with contemporary surround. Central A/C, laundry in-unit, and private storage in the basement. Professionally managed, pet-friendly building.

See more photos and details for 34 Commonwealth Avenue, #3. If you have questions about this lovely Back Bay home, please call me at  617-584-9790, or send me an email at joe.wolvek@gibsonsir.com.

This Venice, CA contemporary farm house style with reclaimed wood exterior is listed by Alicia Greene-Holenstein of my affiliate Sothebys brokerage, Vista Sothebys International.

Once you descend on this privately secured front yard, you will be captivated by the homes serenity. There is a welcoming foyer and open living floor plan, high ceilings and loft. Retractable doors open to a large court yard for indoor/outdoor living and entertaining large gatherings.

The cooks kitchen has a 6 burner cook top, built-in Miele coffee maker, warming oven/convection/microwave plus a large Thermador oven and 48 built in refrigerator. There is one main floor bedroom with on suite bath and two bedrooms with on suite baths plus office upstairs. Built and designed 6 years ago with exquisite finishes which are apparent in every detail. Designer wall papers, light fixtures, stone, tile, wood, & plumbing fixtures pull the dramatic touches all together. The home is located on one of Venices coveted streets close to Abbot Kinney, situated on a street to alley lot and has an ADU with kitchenette and separate entry in the back. Gated 3 car oversized garage, storage area outdoor shower.

See more details and photos for 752 Palms Boulevard, Venice, CA.

I can handle your real estate needs here in Boston as well as globally. If you have questions about buying or selling homes in Boston or beyond, please get in touch. You can call me at 617-584-9790, or email joe.wolvek@gibsonsir.com.