5 Hanson Street, #5

Sold in less than a week at asking! Beautiful views await you from every room in this bright and airy 855 SF 2 bedroom penthouse in a coveted South End-Eight Streets location. Open concept floor plan is accentuated by gleaming hardwood floors, exposed brick, vaulted ceilings, and a wall of windows overlooking charming Ringgold Park. Serene, recently redone private roof deck, accessed by interior stairs, has breathtaking 360 degree views of the city. Gourmet kitchen features Jenn-Air stainless steel appliances, two ovens/microwave, granite counters, d/d, skylight, and breakfast bar. Handsome bathroom has tub/shower with tile surround, marble vanity, and washer and dryer. Abundant in-unit storage in addition to private basement storage, and common back patio complete this move-in ready home. Come live in the heart of the city with all of the South End's best shopping and restaurants right at your fingertips! Sadly, no pets are allowed.

See more photos, details for 5 Hanson Street, #5.If you have questions about this lovely South End home, or how I can help you get similar results on your own home, please call me at  617-584-9790, or send me an email via the link below. 

Boston Real Estate Headlines:

• Developer presents renderings of new Allston Green project

• Mortgage interest rates slide (October 8)

• Could your neighbors political signs kill your home sale?

Featured Boston Real Estate:

• 232 Bunker Hill Street, #1, Charlestown $939,000

• 80 Lexington Avenue, #3, Cambridge $1,325,000

• 5 Appleton Street, #6A, South End $1,369,900

A new LEED-gold certified condo development in Bullfinch Crossing has water views on both sides, and great city views even on lower floors, according to a recent Boston Globe article. Called The Sudbury, its condos offer five floor plans ranging from two to four bedrooms.Garage parking, owners' club room, and a rooftop lounge are among the amenities for these homes with high end fixtures. There's also a fitness center, a yoga and pilates studio, a fireplace lounge, pool, poker tables, co-working spaces; and a playroom for children among other amenities.Here's the Globe's article on The Sudbury. If you would like to view these new residences, Id love to arrange a showing for you! Please feel free to get in touch. You can call me at 617-584-9790, or send me an email via the link below.   

700 Harrison Avenue, #216OPEN HOUSES:Saturday, October 17, 2-3:30 pmSunday, October 18, 2-3:30 pmThis DND AFFORDABLE 1 bed South End condo in a 2007 professionally managed pet-friendly elevator building has floor to ceiling windows and recessed lighting thru-out. The open living/dining/kitchen area and the bedroom overlook the garden/patio. This building is ideally located near South End restaurants and the Whole Foods Market, as well as Boston/BU Medical, Pike, I-93, airport. This unit is subject to DND buyer eligibility approval. 1st-time buyers only. Income restriction of 110% AMI means max income for household size is: 1 person $91,630 - 2 $104,720 - 3 $117,810 - 4 $130,900 per year. Condo must be owner occupied. Buyer(s) must have under $100,000 in liquid assets. Most retirement accounts and IRS approved college savings are not counted unless buyer is liquidating them. Gifts for down-payments are limited to $50,000 and are counted as assets. Buyer must complete Home Buyer 101 prior to purchase. These requirements are VERY strictly enforced. If you're working with a realtor, have them see attached documents in MLSSee more photos, details, and open house instructions for 700 Harrison Avenue, #216.If you have questions about this South End Boston home, please call me at 617-584-9790, or send me an email via the link below.  

This spectacular custom Tudor Revival home is listed by Louisa Aguiar of my affiliate Sothebys office, LIV Sothebys International Realty. Nestled on 2.53 acres, it has breathtaking views of Pikes Peak and the surrounding mountain vistas. This one of a kind home offers peace, privacy, beauty and sophistication. Beautiful craftsmanship, masonry, woodwork, and whimsical features compliment every space, including reclaimed hand made French clay tile throughout the high-end kitchen, utility room, sunroom, and mudroom; antique stained glass, antique lighting & chandeliers, 6 gorgeous fireplaces, 100 year old reclaimed glass, and veranda with Sonos surround sound system that expands throughout the house. Grand arches are seen throughout the home along with custom paneling, woodwork, and 100 year old Dutch hand carving.The many features include a large master suite, large 4 car garage, cedar closet, fire retardant system, water softener, in-floor heating, perimeter sprinkler system, drip water system for flower beds, in-ground fertilizer, private vault, 2 heated pet rooms with pet doors opening to two separate yards, central vac and more!The Cathedral Pines Colorado Springs community residents can enjoy the neighborhoods 450 acres of parks, open space, eight miles of trails, multiple ponds, water features and picnic areas.See more photos and details for 4340 Foxchase Way, Colorado Springs, CO.I can handle your real estate needs here in Boston as well as globally. As always, if you have questions about buying or selling homes in Boston or beyond, please call me at617-584-9790, or send me an email via the link below.  

Boston Real Estate Headlines:

• Developer presents renderings of new Allston Green project
• Mortgage interest rates slide (October 8)
• Could your neighbors political signs kill your home sale?

Featured Boston Real Estate:

• 232 Bunker Hill Street, #1, Charlestown $939,000
• 80 Lexington Avenue, #3, Cambridge $1,325,000
• 5 Appleton Street, #6A, South End $1,369,900

My Avon Hill Cambridge 3 bed 2 bath home in a recently renovated 1875 Victorian is under agreement. This home's wall of windows and multiple new skylights provide treetop views and bright sunlight. The kitchen has gleaming white wood cabinets and stainless Bosch and Fischer & Paykel appliances, and opens onto the dedicated dining area as well as to a walk-out deck.See more photos, 3D tour, and details for40 Mt. Pleasant Street, #4.A quick successful condo or home sale takes experienced sales representation, quality professional showings, the highest quality marketing, and expert transaction management.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 myrecent sales and listingshere.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:

• Developer presents renderings of new Allston Green project
• Average rate on 30-year mortgage has fallen (October 1)
• Could your neighbors' political signs kill your home sale?

Featured Boston Real Estate:

• 725 Harrison Avenue, #E202, South End $990,000
• 80 Lexington Avenue, #3, Cambridge $1,325,000
• 100 Fulton Street, #1N, North End $1,699,000

My 1059+- SF 3 bed/2 bath impeccable South End condo with private deck and central AC at 570 Massachusetts Avenue, #3, went for very close to asking price after 13 days on market. This is a second story floor-through home with an extra-wide floorplate. The large living-dining room features a fireplace with marble mantel, period mirror, crown moldings, and medallion.The beautiful kitchen has tons of cabinet space, granite counters, and recessed lighting. The large master bedroom leads to private deck.Results like this are not a given in any market. It takes experienced sales representation, quality professional showings, the highest quality marketing, and expert transaction management.

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 25+ year sales associate, I combine my local expertise with the powerful global marketing resources of Sothebys International Realty.You can view myrecent sales and listingshere.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:

• Suffolk Downs redevelopment approved: Largest development in Boston history
• A major Roxbury development touts its proximity to the T
• Condos proposed for Hawthorne Street in Roxbury

Featured Boston Real Estate:

• 85 East India Row, #28H, Waterfront $825,000
• 40 Mt Pleasant Street, #4, Avon Hill, Cambridge $1,195,000
• 8 W Hill Place, #4, Beacon Hill $2,135,000

 

Now showing in person and via 3D tour!OPEN HOUSES: Sat, August 29: 12:00 PM 1:30 PMSun, August 30: 12:00 PM 1:30 PM(COVID protocols observed for showings & open houses. One party at a time. Masks covering both mouth and nose required.)Welcome to Avon Hill, one of Cambridge's most coveted neighborhoods right near Porter Square! This beautiful 1,397 square foot 3 bed 2 bath home is located in a recently renovated 1875 Victorian. Treetop views and bright sunlight from the wall of windows and new skylights greet you as you enter. The expansive open living area has 12' ceilings and a built-in bookshelf/entertainment center. There are freshly redone cherry floors and recessed lighting throughout, as well as new skylights in almost every room. The kitchen features gleaming white wood cabinets and stainless Bosch and Fischer & Paykel appliances. It opens onto the dedicated dining area as well as a deck. The master bed has a skylight, an en-suite bath, and a large walk-in California closet. The guest beds are also large with California closet organizers. There's a 29 square foot private storage closet in the basement. Building is all owner -occupied and well-maintained with a brand-new roof.See more photos, 3D tour, and details for40 Mt. Pleasant Street, #4.If you have questions about this lovely South End home, please call me at617-584-9790, or send me an email via the link below.  

This beautiful Harpswell, Maine summer cottage is listed by John Collins from my affiliate, Legacy Properties Sotheby's International Realty!This classic 4 bedroom summer cottage enjoys rare bold ocean frontage on Orrs Island in Harpswell. Relax on the expansive deck and take in long Casco Bay views over Ragged Island toward Cape Small and points Down East. The well cared for home retains all of its period charm. The beautiful elevated site is just over one acre and is quite private. There is a cleared path to access the rocky coast to get an even closer view of the daily variety of lobster boats and pleasure craft working their way along the eastern shore. The perfect getaway!The property is currently rented/occupied, so please respect privacy - Strictly no drive-bys.Please take a look at the details, photos, and 3-D video tour for this property.I can handle your real estate needs here in Boston as well as globally. As always, if you have questions about buying or selling homes in Boston or beyond, please call me at617-584-9790, or send me an email via the link below.  

Boston Real Estate Headlines:

• 12 homes you can tour from your couch (updated August 12)
• Fannie and Freddie Mac will impose new fee on mortgage refinances
• Longterm US mortgage rate is up but stays below 3%

Featured Boston Real Estate:

• 2451 Washington Street, #403, Roxbury $494,000
• 1-3 Claremont Park, #1, South End $1,029,000
• 4 Mt. Vernon Street, #2, Charlestown $1,050,000

Now showing in person and via 3D tour! OPEN HOUSE: Sun, July 19: 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM (One party at a time. Masks covering both mouth and nose required.)This rarely available 1059+- SF 3 bed/2 bath impeccable South End condo has a private deck and central AC. This is a 2nd story floorthrough home with an extra-wide floorplate. The Southwest facing living room bay window pulls in the afternoon sun, gleaming off of the beautiful hardwood floors. The large living-dining room features a fireplace with marble mantel, period mirror, crown moldings, and medallion.The beautiful kitchen, open to the living room, makes this home perfect for entertaining. Included are built-in SubZero fridge, new Bosch induction cooktop, wine fridge, Bosch wall oven, microwave, dishwasher, and disposal. There is tons of cabinet space, granite counters, and recessed lighting.The large master bedroom leads to private deck. The luxurious en-suite master and guest baths are recently remodeled. The 2nd bedroom has beautiful built-ins. There is a large 3rd bedroom. Washer/dryer, new heat/AC, and water heater in 2018. Nest thermostat. 2009 Marvin windows. Beautiful building & common areas, high reserves, pet friendly with association approval.See more photos, 3D tour, and details for570 Massachusetts Avenue, #3.If you have questions about this lovely South End home, please call me at617-584-9790, or send me an email via the link below.