Articles Archive for March 2009
Back Bay, Boston Condos, Boston Lifestyle, South End »
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With over 70 of Boston’s best …
Boston Condos, Boston Real Estate, Foreclosures »
This a.m. I did an MLS search for Foreclosures in Boston – and came up with – not to my surprise – just a few listings.
A. There just are not that many foreclosures going on in downtown Boston (a sprinkling if any).
B. When there are Foreclosures in Boston they rarely get inputted in MLSPIN and usually get snatched up by investors overnight.
Here are six listings in metro Boston that are in foreclosure and listed in MLSPIN.
93 Thompson St
Boston, MA 02136
132 Child St
Boston, MA 02131
444 Huntington Avenue
Boston, MA 02136
1485 River Road
Boston, …
Back Bay, Beacon Hill, Boston Condos, Boston Lifestyle, Boston Lofts, Charlestown, Midtown, Seaport »
Spring is here and even though we aren’t exactly feeling those springtime temps (get here already!) it’s nice to know that the warm weather is eventually going to arrive in Boston.
We all know those days when the sun is shining, you can finally throw some flip flops on, and you’re just itching to get out of work at exactly 4:59pm because you just HAVE TO GET OUTSIDE! Sure, there are several restaurants boasting outdoor patios that are absolutely fabulous (ie. Tias, Fiore, Croma, Scoozi, etc.) but eventually you tire of …
Boston Condos, Boston Lofts, Boston Real Estate, New Developments, Super Luxury »
(Pictured above: W Boston Hotel & Residences)
Is there a new trend coming to downtown Boston? Possibly an old trend that is just exploding to a new buyer demographic? Condo-Hotels? What are they? Whats going on with them? Who is living there?
These are all questions we have been getting a lot here on The Boston Condo Loft and we thought we would put out a response on Boston’s newest trend: Condo-Hotels.
What is a condo-hotel?
Well – their are two types of condo-hotels.
One type of condo-hotel is what I like to …
Boston Condos, Boston Lifestyle, Boston Real Estate, Featured Listings, New Developments, Super Luxury »
(Pictured above – The Ritz Carlton Residences Boston – Manny Ramirez’s condo listed down @ #6 below)
Got the cash to leverage this market? You mine as well start at the top! Check out the top Ultra Luxury condos in Boston (when I say Ultra Luxury I mean properties $5M and up!) Currently their are 18 “Ultra Luxury” properties listed in the Boston MLS ranging from $5M – $20M. Check out the top most expensive condominiums for sale in Boston below.
1. Price: $16,990,000 (Raw – ready to outfit) Mandarin Oriental
776 Boylston …
Boston Condos, Boston Lofts, New Developments, Project: Development, South End »
Boston is filled with rich history and buildings that stand as an example of that rich history. The 1850 Lofts were once an old piano factory in Boston’s South End and now feature a wonderful combination of it’s rich historical character with clean, sleek contemporary design.
The 1850 Lofts located in the South End, feature exposed beams, original brick walls, high ceilings, wall sconces & recessed task lighting, roof rights to some top floor lofts, stainless steel appliances, maple cabinets, and dedicated parking is available.
As part of the CondoDomain Project Development …
Auctions, Boston Condos, Brookline »
Update #1 - If you are planning on attending the auction MAKE SURE you get those yellow registration cards sent in. You can not attend without those.
Update #2 - Make sure you read all the terms & conditions – if you have any questions call me directly at 617 515 5498
Update #3 - Practice Auction is the day before the Auction (April 3rd – I highly recommend going if you plan on bidding) Westin Copley Hotel / Essex Ballroom 6:30 pm
Update #4 - I have attached all sold comps for Longwood Towers that were …
Boston Apartments, Boston Lifestyle, Boston Lofts, Boston Real Estate, Featured Listings, New Developments, South Boston »
South Boston Condos
South Boston Condos along Boston’s Beaches
South Boston, fondly known as “Southie” to its residents, has been undergoing heavy redevelopment over the past five to ten years. Why wouldn’t this neighborhood explode with new luxury South Boston condos? South Boston real estate sits alongside miles of beaches, and South Boston condos are only fifteen-minutes away from the Financial District. Investing in South Boston real estate at this stage means being part of the ground floor of this exciting change.
South Boston real estate is known for its triple-decker row houses, …
Boston Apartments, Boston Condos, Boston Lifestyle, Boston Lofts, Boston Real Estate, Commissions, Featured Listings, Fenway, New Developments »
Fenway Condos
Fenway Condos Has More to Offer Than Proximity to Red Sox Games
If you are a professional looking to invest in a luxury Fenway condo, it is important that you work with Fenway real estate professionals to find the right Fenway condo for you. Fenway real estate has long been popular with students and academics due to its proximity to Boston University, Northeastern University, Simons College, and Emmanuel College. Now many professionals are purchasing Fenway real estate as well.
The influx of professionals who have purchased Fenway condos is due to …
Boston Apartments, Boston Condos, Boston Lifestyle, Boston Lofts, Boston Real Estate, Commissions, Featured Listings, New Developments, Seaport, South Boston »
Seaport Condos
Seaport Condos: Near the Financial District and the Sea
Seaport real estate is undergoing a rapid transformation. Now that the Big Dig has made Seaport condos accessible to Boston’s downtown area and created green spaces in place of once questionable areas, new space for luxury Seaport condos has been exposed. As a new Seaport condo owner, you can experience this promising neighborhood come to life before you eyes.
Seaport real estate makes up an exclusive section of South Boston. Many new luxury Seaport condo developments, lofts, and apartments run along the …
Cambridge, Featured Listings, New Developments, Open Houses »
Cambridge Condos
Cambridge Condos: Varied Architecture in a Vibrant Community
Life as a Cambridge condo owner is never dull. This culturally diverse area is filled with cafes, boutiques, bookstores, and restaurants. Cambridge real estate is also home to two of the most prestigious colleges in the nation, Harvard University and MIT. Harvard Square is prime commercial Cambridge condos and a bustling area, popular among tourists and residents alike. If you are considering purchasing Cambridge condos, you’ll find the varied architecture of Cambridge condos appealing.
One day you may walk out of your Cambridge …
Boston Apartments, Boston Condos, Boston Lifestyle, Boston Lofts, Boston Real Estate »
North End Condos
North End Condos Offer Old World Charm Walking Distance to Downtown
North End real estate is often referred to as Boston’s Little Italy. The community’s traditions are still deeply rooted in Italian customs even though over half of North End real estate owners are non-Italian professionals. Commercial North End real estate is known for its authentic Italian restaurants, outdoor fruit stands, corner markets, and family owned businesses. Don’t be surprised to find a traditional Italian festival every weekend in the summer right outside your North End condo.
Bordering the …
Boston Apartments, Boston Condos, Boston Lifestyle, Boston Lofts, Boston Real Estate, Featured Listings, Leather District, New Developments »
Leather District Lofts
Leather District Lofts: Industrial Chic
Boston Magazine says that living in a Boston’s Leather District Loft is like living in “Greenwich Village or SoHo in the 1970s”. The vibrant Leather District lofts that makes up this community is located in the southernmost part of the business district, so Leather District loft owners are in the heart of Boston. Cafes, restaurants, nightclubs, shopping, and theaters are all at the doorstep of Leather District loft developments. In the winter of 2007, Kevin Spacey shot a scene in his upcoming movie on …
Boston Real Estate »
Curt Shilling Drops Price of McMansion as suburbs still very slow in the real estate market.
Schilling, who just announced his retirement from baseball, has lowered the price on his marvy Medfield manse to $5 million – some $3 million less than when he first put it on the market.
The 11,000-square-foot, three-story house, with attached eight-car garage, has been on the market for more than a year – with no takers.
So last week, Schilling and his bride, Shonda, bit the bullet and shaved a whopping $3 million off the price.
“A basic …
