Blog :: 09-2016

Boston Real Estate: South End 2 Bed Condo Has Lush Garden $1,399,000

South End 2 bed condo#BostonCondos #BostonRealEstateHave a green thumb? The first floor living area and the second floor master bedroom of this South End 2 bed condo look out upon a lush, landscaped garden.This is aremarkable parlor duplex with2.5 baths. Itfeatures an open floor plan with a fireplace.ThisSouth Endhistoricaltownhouse was once home to famed Boston artist Allen Roth Crite.See more photos and details for 410 Columbus Avenue, #1.Boston's South End neighborhood is characterized by beautiful brownstone row houses on lovely, quiet streets lined with trees and gardens such as Union Park, Rutland Square, Concord Square, and Worcester Square. South End residents enjoy easy access to Downtown Boston, Boston's Financial District, and Back Bay. This neighborhood also hassome of Boston's best restaurants, includingMyers and Chang, Estragon, Hammersley's, The Gallows,Gaslight, Stephi's, Petit Robert, Boston Chops, andCinquecento.Ifyou have questions about this home, orare interested in seeing it,please call meat617-584-9790, or email me via the linkbelow. Boston real estate 

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Boston Real Estate: Options for Loft Living in Boston

Boston Seaport 4 bed condo#BostonLofts #BostonCondosIf you've ever wondered what exactly constitutes a loft residence, you're not alone. There aremore than one definition of a loft in the Boston real estate market.Some lofts consist ofone open space, while others have separatebedrooms. Some are decidedly industrial in style (think exposed vents and concrete floors) while others are what we commonly think of as the warmer "brick and beam" style. Still others are defined by clean, simple modernist lines. The one thing that tends to be fairly consistent among the various manifestations of the loft are an open floor plan and a flexible design. For those who like their living space to accommodatechanging purposes, such as entertaining or working at home, manyresidential lofts canfill thatneed.If you think you're a candidate for loft living in Boston, the downtown Boston neighborhoods have plenty ofloft building options.South Bostons Seaportneighborhood has severalloft style condo buildings. Channel Centerhas two buildings (25 Channel Center and 35 Channel Center), each with its ownstyle of lofts. Number 25 offers sleek modern units withfloor-to-ceiling windows and open kitchens designedfor entertaining in a newer construction building. Number 35 hastraditional brick and beam lofts, and modern amenities, within a readapted loft building. Both typeshave oversized living areas.FP3 is another Seaport loft building. Made up ofthree former warehouse buildings that were completely gutted and renovated, it hasa copper and glass connector and anew 3-story penthouse structure. There are penthouses with terraces, and there's also a common roof deck with some great views.Hereare some loft residences currently on the market in the Seaportneighborhood of Boston:35 Channel Center Street, #509 (4 bed loft at Channel Center)346 Congress Street, #302 (2 bed loft at FP3 Lofts)346 Congress Street, #414(1 bed loft at FP3 Lofts)

Some otherSeaport loft options areAllele Lofts, the Lofts at 36A, the Macallen building and the Court Square Press Lofts. The Lofts at 36A features Zen-inspired bathrooms and floor-to-ceiling windows. Next door at Allele Lofts, residents enjoy beautiful bamboo floors, and private balconies and terraces. The LEED-certified Macallen has a sleek, non-smoking green environment, and its sister building, the Court Square Press Lofts, appeals tothose who like exposed bricks and beams andold wide plank wood floors. Units in these buildings are in veryclose proximity to Broadway Station and the South End, making them an excellent alternative for those who cant afford to buy in the heart of the city.Boston's Leather Districtis another area with loft residences. Many of its century-old factory and warehouse buildingshave been converted into stylish new residential lofts.Bostons Waterfront neighborhood has the Strada condo building, which had a luxury loft renovation around 2004. The lofts here have extralarge windows and great Boston Harbor or skyline views.There are many more options for loft living in Boston Downtown neighborhoods. If youd like to see any, please contact me to schedule a viewing.Ifyou have plans to relocate to Bostonor are thinking about where to live, I'm always ready to help with your questions about buying or selling Boston homes.Please call meat617-584-9790, or email me using the blue link right below. Boston real estate 

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Boston Real Estate: Lucas Luxury Condos are Under Construction

The Lucas Boston#BostonCondos #BostonRealEstateWhen New Boston Ventures released renderings of its plan to redevelopthe former Holy Trinity German Catholic Church and rectory early last year, the dramatic architectural design was surprising to many. Built with Roxbury puddingstone and Maine granite,the neo-Gothic structure had been in Boston's South End for 138 years. It was about to get topped off with an eight story glass and steel addition.Toavoid tearing the church building down, design firmFinegold Alexander + Associates' plan was to build on top of it, retaining the entire structure including the bell tower.The plans called for adding a modern glass top andcreating 33 luxury condos.Located at 136 Shawmut Avenue in the South End, this residential buildingis one of many residential projects either new to the lower South End or under construction.The homes at The Lucas will range from one to threebedrooms, with finishes such as floor to ceiling windows with Back Bay and Downtown views, gas fireplaces, high ceilings, custom kitchens, and private decks.A fitness area, common courtyard, lounge, and pet spa are amongthe amenities. Some units will have direct elevator access, and there will also be an underground parking garage.The Lucas is scheduled to be completed inthe spring of 2017.If you can'twait until then, there's a large selection ofluxury condo buildings in Boston, ranging from smaller boutique-style buildings to high-rises.Ifyou are lookingtobuya condo or home inBoston, you'll find my overview ofBoston real estate byneighborhoodhelpful.As always, I'm ready to help with anyquestions you may have about buying or selling Boston condos or homes. Please call meat617-584-9790, or email me via the linkbelow. Boston real estate 

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South Boston 3 Bed Condo with Abundance of Natural Light $1,199,000

South Boston 3 bed condo#BostonCondos #BostonRealEstateThis South Boston 3 bed condo is a 2,400 square foot corner unit townhouse with3 exposures,an abundance of naturallight, and gleaming hardwood floors. The expansive open concept living room has agas fireplace, and opens to an exquisite kitchen featuring Sub-Zero and wine refrigerator, and granite and steel with a beautiful glass backsplash. There are two balconies; one off the kitchen and one off the second floor bedroom. This home has 2.5 bathrooms.The entire top floor is a dedicated master suite with sitting room that could easily be converted into a nursery or guest bedroom. It hascustom walk-in closets, a private bath with free standing claw soaking tub, separate shower, and marble counters.There are threezones of heating and cooling, as well as an alarm system. There is a private entry on E. Third Street, and garage parking for twocars.See more photos and details for 402 E. 3rd Street, #1.See other South Boston condos for sale.Ifyou have questions about this home, orare interested in seeing it,please call meat617-584-9790, or email me via the linkbelow. Boston real estate 

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Boston Open Houses September 10 & 11

Boston open houses#BostonOpenHouses#BostonRealEstateAre you searchingfora Boston condo or single family home?Here are the Boston open houses scheduled forSaturday & Sunday, September 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, I recommend youget 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.

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Planting a Winter Garden in Boston City Hall Plaza

 Boston City Hall Plaza #BostonRealEstate #BostonCondosCity of Boston officials havea 3-year agreementwithBoston Garden Development to turn City Hall Plaza into a 'winter garden,' according to Boston Magazine.Vendor stalls will be up along the Cambridge Street edge of the plaza from Thanksgiving of this year until the end of February 2017. A custom ice skating area is included in the plan.Mayor Marty Walsh expressed excitement about the plaza's potential for greater enjoyment:

This endeavor is the beginning of a joint venture that will help transform the plaza into a year-round destination, inviting the people of Boston to see the plaza come to life in new and exciting ways.

A ferris wheel was included in the original proposal, but that element ison hold because of structural concerns related to a tunnel beneath the plaza.Boston Garden Development are owners of the TD Garden.Read the Boston Magazine's Plans to Turn City Hall Plaza into a 'Winter Garden'Unveiled.Do you have plans to relocate to Boston?Are you thinking about where to live?Do you have questions about buying or selling homes in the Boston real estate market? If you have any questions at all, please all meat617-584-9790, orsend me an email via the linkbelow. Boston real estate 

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Boston Waterfront 3 Bed Condo with Phenomenal Views $2,600,000

Boston Waterfront 3 bed condo #BostonCondos #BostonRealEstateThis Boston Waterfront 3 bed condo has beenrenovated to the finest standard. It has phenomenal views at every turn. It features a spectacularchef's kitchen featuring walnut cabinetry and 2" thick Carrara marble counters, over-sized island, Subzero fridge, double ovens, gas convection cooking, and Bosch d/w. There is also a breakfast bar and wet bar with glass cabinetry, creating ideal entertaining space.The expansive open living and dining room offers stunning views of the Boston harbor, downtown, and beyond. There are custom built-ins and French doors leading to an outdoor deck.Themaster suite hascomplete privacy, an enormous walk-in closet, luxurious master bath with double sinks and steam mist steam shower, and an additional storage closet for luggage and larger items. The second bedroom has anen suite bath and built-in Murphy bed. The third bedroom haspocket doors and is adjacent to a 3/4 bath. An additional fourthroom can be used for media, or as a study or bedroom. There is an in-unit washer/dryer.The building features 24/7 concierge and pool.See more photos and details for85 E. India Row, #37 A/B.The Boston Waterfrontwas America's busiest port through most of the 17th, 18th, and much of the 19th century. Many of the wharves and other still existing structures,such as Faneuil Hall/Quincy Market,date back to the 18th and 19th centuries. A development boom in the 70s and 80s broughtthe redevelopment of some of the wharves into condominium projects or hotels. Now residents in this area arefreed from the shadow of the former Fitzgerald expressway, and instead get to enjoythe beautiful parks of theRose Kennedy Greenway that connect them to the city. There has also beena new wave of luxury development and restaurants in this area.Ifyou have questions about this home, oraninterest in seeing it,please call meat617-584-9790, or email me via the linkbelow. Boston real estate 

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Boston Redevelopment: Luxury Living at Millennium Tower Boston

Boston Downtown Crossing Redevelopment#BostonCondos #BostonRealEstateThe newly opened Millennium Tower luxury condo building hasa new T station next door. Or rather, anold one that's been re-opened, according to a Curbed Boston article, atthe cornerofFranklin and Washington Streets.Now that more hoofers will be coming through the area than ever, the city has created a pop-uppark in order to make a study for a real one later on. The goalis to think about how to improve upon the pedestrian experience.Located a block southeast of Millennium Tower, this temporary plaza at the corner of Arch and Franklin Streets provides seating, greenery, and a bit of overhead dappled shade.See a rendering of the pop-up plaza and read Curbed Boston's Pop-Up Plaza Appears in Downtown Crossing.Just completed this year, Millennium Tower Boston isthe new definition of ultra-luxury living in Boston. The tallest residential building in Boston, it has spectacular views, impeccable designer finishes, services, and amenities.Right inthe heart of a vibrant downtown, life in Millennium Tower provides easy access to some of the best dining, shopping, and theater in the city.By the way,Millennium Tower listings are selling quickly, but they're notavailable online. Please call me for more information or to visit the Millennium Tower Boston sales center, which is an immersive experience with built-out rooms, multi media, plans, and more. I will be there every step of the way to co-ordinate everything, to protect your interest as your buyer-broker and to advise you.Here's more about Millennium Towerand Downtown Crossing/Midtown.Do you have plans to relocate to Boston?Are you thinking about where to live?Do you have questions about buying or selling homes in the Boston real estate market? If you have any questions at all, please all meat617-584-9790, orsend me an email via the linkbelow. Boston real estate 

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Boston South End 2 Bed Condo has Garden Views $1,245,000

South End 2 bed condo#BostonCondos #BostonRealEstateThis lovelySouth End 2 bed condo is a parlor/street level duplex with beautifulviews of an Italianate garden, behind the unit, both through the wall of glass in the dining room and from the private deck.This home has a beautifulchef's kitchen with high-end stainless steel appliances,Carrera marble counters,LED ceiling/under cabinet, closet lighting, and ventless gas fireplace. There are 2.5 bathrooms. Aprivate patio off the lower level master bedroom suite is viewable through the wall of glass.Additional features include a 3-year old Lenox A/Candheating system monitored by Nest thermostats, and natural light on three sides. This home is walking distance from shopping and restaurants, easy access to public transportation & the highway.This 8 year old building is the ultimate low maintenance residence for years to come.See more photos and details for 40 Worcester Street, #1.See more South End condos for sale.Ifyou have questions about this home, oraninterest in seeing it,please call meat617-584-9790, or email me via the linkbelow. Boston real estate 

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