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[30 Sep 2008 | Comments Off | ]
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So first of all, last weekend, I was forced (tech peer-presure) to sign up for Twitter, yet another social-media, web 2.0 so called “Must Have”.  So its offical, “you can follow me on Twitter” – code name:  CondoDomain, of course!
Well, now I can say Twitter actually works.  Tonight I found out that the breaking “rumor” which I know has been in the works for a while looks like is finally a “GO” – says Social/PR Guru  Cynthia Pang from Redfin Corp.  I noticed on my Twitter tonight while I was …

Boston Condos, Boston Lifestyle, New Developments, Super Luxury »

[29 Sep 2008 | Comments Off | ]

Finally…the Mandarin Oriental Boston officially opens next week!
Today’s issue of The Boston Globe, reports that this $300 million project signals a new level of wealth has arrived in Boston due to this new development, serving as solid proof that the amount of wealth in the city of Boston is in fact expanding.
According to the article, the fact that the units sold so quickly proves that there are enough people in Boston that can afford this level of service despite the current economy.
Not only is this proof that wealth is expanding …

Back Bay, Beacon Hill, Boston Condos, Boston Lifestyle, Charlestown »

[26 Sep 2008 | 2 Comments | ]

Wondering where Tom has been nursing that knee injury (Sorry Tony, I had to) Well, it’s not his posh Back Bay condo. Our ACL tearin’ Adorable QB is spending his days…Shopping Spotted: Giselle and Tom walking the streets of NYC browsing and toting large shopping bags. Tom- Pats fans aren’t too pleased to see you go from QB to Queen Bee xoxo, E
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Yes, Bostonians I know it’s raining, but that isn’t stopping the Boston GreenFest 2008 from taking place in City Hall Plaza today and Saturday! Get in on …

Boston Condos, Boston Lofts, Boston Real Estate, New Developments, RE.TECH »

[26 Sep 2008 | Comments Off | ]

Searching for Boston Condo information.  Maybe some details on a specifice luxury development or loft.  Possibly even some local data on a neighborhood or price/per/sq/ft.  Just CondoDomain it!
Being a web-based real estate brokerage we are very intune with the SERP’s  (SERP Definition = Search Engine Result Page) otherwise known as Google, Yahoo, MSN, AOL and the rest of the search engines.
Constantly changing our web strategy to optize for all of these search engines our website is very much saturated into the all of these SERPs.  Google & Yahoo are very …

Boston Lifestyle, South End »

[25 Sep 2008 | Comments Off | ]

Starting tonight thru Saturday September 27th the Berklee BeanTown Jazz Festival will be taking place in one of my favorite neighborhoods in Boston- the South End.
The Festival is located on Columbus Avenue between Burke Street and Massachusetts Avenue in Boston. 
 

According to the official website, The 8th annual Berklee BeanTown Jazz Festival—Boston’s most popular and largest outdoor festival—will transform the Hub into a musical, multicultural Mecca for jazz, world, blues and grooves, with concerts at various locations around the city. World-renowned superstars and treasured local artists come together on four stages …

Boston Condos, Boston Lifestyle, East Boston »

[25 Sep 2008 | Comments Off | ]

In a conversation the other day in the always friendly North End, I started to talk with a nice gentleman concerned about his parking spot (We all know the horror tow stories that happen here!) Well, he mentioned he owned a pizza place in East Boston and I couldn’t help but investigate further.
The place is called Dough and its located 20 Maverick St, very close to the airport. According to one of the owners, their vision is Parish Cafe meets Upper Crust in a cozy neighborhood. 
Offering pizza, pasta, and paninis, …

Boston Condos, Boston Lifestyle »

[24 Sep 2008 | Comments Off | ]

It’s not just something you see on those old black and white television shows anymore- recent studies show that 23% of married couples sleep separately from one another. Whether the reasons stem from difficulty sleeping, restless leg syndrome, or loud snoring, to name a few, more married couples are seeking out more bedrooms, even if they are in fact, empty nesters.
It is becoming more and more common for couples to sleep in separate bedrooms. Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes aka TomKat, are an example of a famous duo that sleep …

Boston Condos, Charlestown, Charlestown Navy Yard, Featured Listings »

[23 Sep 2008 | One Comment | ]

Lately we have been spending a ton of time in Parris Landing over in the Charlestown Navy Yard.  I think the hot summer month of August and great September we have had has led a lot of buyers looking for this great waterfront condominium development in the Charlestown Navy Yard.
One of the best looking units and best values we have seen over there is unit #4205.  Check out the specs and photos on this Parris Landing condo.
Priced to Sell:  $425,000
42 Eighth St
Unit # 4205
Boston, MA 02129
MLS # 70786149
Status: Active
Type: Condominium
Beds: …

Back Bay, Boston Condos, Boston Real Estate, Featured Listings »

[23 Sep 2008 | Comments Off | ]

Looking for that special deal on a Back Bay Condo?  Well here is our pick for the Back Bay Condo deal of the week!
377 Marlborough St
Unit # 1
Boston, MA 02115
Price: $449,000
Beds: 1 Bedroom
Bath: 1 (Baths)
Sq/Ft: 605
Price per Sq/Ft: $742.15
Condo Fee: $100 (monthly)
Taxes: $3,812 (annual)
Estimated Payment: $2,214
Fabulous one bedroom in the heart of Back Bay situated on tree-lined Marlborough Street. This home features beautiful newer pergo floors, tastefully renovated cherry color kitchen cabinets with stainless steel appliances and granite countertops, high ceilings and tons of closet space. Central a/c, alarm, and …

Boston Condos, Open Houses »

[19 Sep 2008 | Comments Off | ]

Got plans this weekend? Well Fall is here, most of the tourists have left the city, so it is the perfect time to explore and make time to visit a few Open Houses.
Open Houses This Sunday, September 21st…
Check These Out:
170 Tremont St, 2 Bd 2 Ba, $675,000, 11:30am-12:39pm
103 Beacon St, 1 Bd 1 Ba, $560,000, 12:30pm-1:30pm
25 Channel Center, 2 Bd 2 Ba, $669,000, 1:45pm-3:15pm
4 Charlesgate, 1 Bd 1 Ba, $659,000, 12pm-1:30pm
99 Warren Ave, 2 Bd 1 Ba, $649,900, 12pm-1:30pm
Want to find more Open Houses this weekend? Use our search site …

Boston Condos, Boston Lifestyle, New Developments »

[18 Sep 2008 | Comments Off | ]

Hello my fellow Boston Foodies! There has been a lot of bite size restaurant news this week, here is the run down…
I don’t know about you, but I absolutely LOVE watching Phantom Gourmet! Well, if you’re like me, you will be thrilled to know that the Phantom Gourmet Food Festival is coming to Boston this weekend! Set to be held near Fenway Park from 11am-4pm this Saturday. Check it out…fyi it’s a 21+ event.
Health nuts rejoice- The ban of the use of trans fats in foods at Boston restaurants officially …

Back Bay, Boston Lifestyle »

[17 Sep 2008 | Comments Off | ]

Yes my friends, it is true, today is officially Dane Cook Day…I’m not kidding.
Boston City Council dubbed today Dane Cook Day and celebrated with dozens of councilors and city hall employees asking this hometown comedian for his autograph. Ahh…it seems like just yesterday that he was in town filming My Best Friend’s Girl and I was asked to be an extra in the flick one night as I left my friends Back Bay condo.
Speaking of, the movie comes out this Friday. Should be a good one, especially since it was …

Boston Condos, New Developments »

[17 Sep 2008 | Comments Off | ]

Came across some amazing photos of 45 Province today! Here at CondoDomain, we couldn’t be more excited to watch the construction progress of this new, super luxury residential building!
Want to see more photos of 45 Province? I found this great site showing the progression in photos, thanks Peter! Check these out. Very Cool!
This 32-story high-rise residential building with 145 luxury condominiums in Boston’s Midtown neighborhood which is conveniently located on the edge of Beacon Hill, and within close proximity to the Financial District, the North End, and Government Center. Seeking …

Boston Condos, Boston Lifestyle, New Developments »

[16 Sep 2008 | One Comment | ]

For the first time in many years, there is more urban, new development construction as opposed to the typical suburban sprawl outside of city limits. Surging condominium construction inside city limits strongly points to several reasons why more people are choosing to live in urban condominiums than suburban communities.
You see everything “eco-friendly” these days, almost as if going “green” is more of a trendy habit than a lifestyle choice. However, regardless of whether or not it is the “trendy” aspect or the “lifestyle” aspect, more and more people are choosing …