Boston Luxury Rentals: Harborview at the Navy Yard

By Erica Farthing 10 06 2009

I was lucky to have been able to personally tour the Harborview at the Navy Yard apartments today and I must say, I am very impressed! These units are sensational examples of premiere Boston luxury rentals. It really is true that the Harborview at the Navy Yard offers sounds of the water & sights of the city.

These Boston luxury apartment rentals located at 250 1st Avenue in the Charlestown Navy Yard boast spectacular waterfront and skyline views, fabulous amenities, and amazing luxury living…at very affordable prices.

Harborview at the Navy Yard Boston apartment rentals are one mile north of central Boston in the quaint, historic town of Charlestown, nestled directly along the waterfront. Harborview at the Navy Yard Boston luxury apartments consists of one luxury Boston apartment rental building with 5 to 11 stories of waterfront views, in spaciously designed studios, one and two bedroom condos, and penthouse duplexes.

Boasting a one acre waterfront park and HarborWalk, Harborview at the Navy Yard luxury Boston rentals also offers a variety of luxury amenities including:
- 24-hr concierge
- dry cleaning drop-off/pick up
- community room with kitchen
- fitness center
- storage in the building
- underground parking garage

With each unit leased at Harborview at the Navy Yard, there are a variety of deals and specials going on and a lot of incentives! Interior features of these luxury Boston rentals include hardwood floors, stainless steel appliances, granite countertops in the kitchen, marble in the bathroom, washer & dryer in every unit, and have I mentioned AMAZING waterfront & city views?

Flexibile lease terms are available and this is a pet friendly building, allowing a maximum of two pets per apartment, with no weight restrictions. Harborview at the Navy Yard Boston apartment rentals include one assigned parking space in the garage per unit and only an additional $200 a month for another space. Where else can you find that in Boston?! Utilities are included as well in this Boston luxury rental lease as well as controlled access, and several area restaurants & Charlestown businesses also offer discounts to residents of the Harborview at the Navy Yard apartment rentals.

Now here’s the best part- Not only are these brand-new luxury Boston apartment rentals beautifully designed & offer so many great amenities, but they are priced rather affordably as well. They have many specials going on right now and they are not to be missed out on…some units are even getting offered at two months free!

The sales office at Harborview at the Navy Yard Boston luxury apartment rentals is open daily and I would love to take you by there if you are interested. If you would like to find out more information regarding Harborview at the Navy Yard luxury rentals or any other Boston luxury apartment rentals please feel free to call me directly at 617.314.7704 or send me an email at erica@condodomain.com

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Categories : Boston Apartments, Boston Condos, Boston Real Estate, Charlestown, Charlestown Navy Yard

Luxury North End Apartment Rentals

By Erica Farthing 23 04 2009

Looking for a Luxury North End apartment rental? You have arrived to the right place. Luxury North End apartments place you in the center of everything fun and exciting in Boston’s historic North End. Enjoy the wonderful Italian bakeries & restaurants found along Hanover and Salem Streets, check out the beautiful sights of Columbus Park and walks along Boston’s Waterfront, everything is at your fingertips when you live in a luxury North End apartment.

If you are currently on the search for a Luxury North End apartment rental, contact us today. We are specialists in Boston condos and Boston luxury apartment rentals. Whether you are looking for a one or two bedroom luxury North End apartment rental, we can help you find that perfect luxury North End apartment rental to fit your needs and your lifestyle.

There are a variety of luxury North End apartment rentals to choose from in this wide selection of luxury North End apartment rentals. Whether you are looking for waterfront views in your luxury North End apartment rental or would love to be on a quiet street set back from the hustle and bustle of the busy streets in Boston, you can find several luxury North End apartment rentals to choose froom.

Learn more about luxury North End apartment rentals

Now is the time to start searching for that luxury North End apartment rentals. They are highly sought after and spring & summer are the busiest times when most people are on the hunt for luxury North End apartment rentals. Contact me today so that I can help you find your luxury North End apartment rental or any other Boston luxury apartment rental in the area.

Feel free to shoot me an email for more information erica@condodomain.com or give me a call at 617.849.4993

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Categories : Boston Apartments, North End

Boston Open Houses This Weekend

By Anthony Longo 16 04 2009

Looks like this is the weekend for open houses in Boston !!!

This a.m. I came into work to run some searches for a relocation client who is coming in to Boston this weekend - and I was blasted with the little “Open House” pins all over our MLive Maps. Take a look at the screen shot above - this is a simple South End Condos Search and more than 80% of them are having an open house this weekend. I am assuming that most of the other Boston neighborhoods are the same - so I did some quick links for you below on all Open Houses in Boston this weekend!

Well if you are interested in South End Condos - here is an easy link to all South End Open Houses (109).

Quick Links To Other Open Houses:

Back Bay Open Houses (48)

Beacon Hill Open Houses (25)

Charlestown Open Houses (39)

North End Open Houses (17)

Fenway Open Houses (14)

Waterfront Open Houses (23)

South Boston Open Houses (91)

Seaport District Open Houses (26)

Leather District Open Houses (5)

Midtown Boston Open Houses (11)

*** REMINDER ***

If you are going to open houses this weekend (or anytime for that matter) - never waive your right to a buyers agent (read this post if you missed it: Don’t buy alone!).

If you are asked by the host or listing agent to sign-in, that is absolutely fine and normal. Most of the time on the open house sign-in book, there is a place that asks if you are working with a buyers agent or a buyers broker. ALWAYS ANSWER THIS - YES! (If they ask for a name - you can feel free to use my name - Tony Longo w/CondoDomain)

Even if you have not engaged a buyers agent (like CondoDomain) this will leave the option for you to engage us in the future.

Say you fall in love with that particular place and want to submit an offer. If you end up doing it on your own, the listing agent has 100% fiduciary duties to represent the sellers interest and the sellers interest only. This means anything the agent tells you is pretty much NOT in your interest. Working with a buyers agent does not cost you any $$$ out of pocket and the buyers agent commission is already worked into the price you are bidding on (whether you know it or not, the listing agent is getting paid both brokerage fees).

Bottom line - the service & the savings of a buyers agent is priceless - use one!

Bonus: Any buyers agent will add value to your transaction and help you tremendously in the home-buyer purchase. Here @ CondoDomain we are a bit different and we actually provide you the exact same service as any other buyers agent (well, maybe a bit more as we are a data-driven company) and you will get CASH BACK when you buy with us. I know sounds crazy…but it’s true! Don’t believe it? Check out how it works.

Well - you already know I will be flying around the South End & Seaport neighborhood on Saturday and Sunday - if you see me, make sure to yell out and say hello! Happy Hunting!

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Categories : Back Bay, Beacon Hill, Boston Apartments, Boston Condos, Boston Lofts, Boston Real Estate, Charlestown, Charlestown Navy Yard, Commissions, Fenway, Leather District, Midtown, Neighborhoods, New Developments, North End, Open Houses, Seaport, South Boston, South End, Waterfront

Don’t Fool Yourself by attempting to buy and save on your own!

By Anthony Longo 1 04 2009

Don’t fool yourself thinking you are going to save if you buy on your own. It is not the case and 99.9% of time never the case. This is the second person who has called me on this issue in the past month and I thought it was important to put out a post on this ASAP.

DO NOT BUY ON YOUR OWN WITHOUT A BUYERS AGENT.

DO NOT SIGN ANY DOCUMENTS WHEN YOU VISIT A PROPERTY, DEVELOPMENT OR OPEN HOUSE.

IF ASKED THAT YOU ARE WORKING WITH A BUYERS AGENT - ALWAYS, ALWAYS SAY YES (even if you have not decided).

These 3 things will protect you and leave all of your options open so you can make a decision later on.

The Scenario: Mr. Buyer (lets call him Jimmy for this scenario), like many of our clients, is a savvy consumer. He used our website along with dozens of other websites, went to numerous open houses and on-site sales & marketing centers for the new luxury condominium developments.

After about a month of searching and touring condo properties, he fell in love with a 2 bedroom unit in a luxury new development here in downtown Boston.

He started the offer process on his own and did not name a buyers agent. Even when asked, “Jimmy are you working with a buyers agent?” he noted that he was not - in hopes to save 2.5% (a typical buyers agent commission).

After a few days of negotiations - they came to a settled price. When that happened, he then asked for an additional 2.5% off because he was not using a buyers agent.

The on-site sales person noted that this was not acceptable and the developer would not agree to this. After a few more days of it going no where - Jimmy called me and explained the scenario.

At this point I tried to hop into the equation, just as a last ditch effort to help Jimmy. I knew the odds were against us, but I tried. The developer who I have done a lot of business with noted that he could not accommodate the request - and I understood.

I told Jimmy this was very common and the developer spends hundreds of thousands of dollars in marketing his project and that he would not agree to those terms. When a developer goes to sell his condominium units he estimates about 50% will be direct sales (like Jimmy) and 50% will be co-broke sales, when a real estate agent or broker like me helps someone find a unit in a new development.

Bottom line is that there is no double-dipping - and that’s only fair!

Bottom Bottom line is that - no matter what - do not give your right up for buyers’ representation.

Not only do we do this everyday and negotiate better than anyone in town - but you receive CASH BACK via our commission refund program.

Jimmy would have got the same deal or better and would have got $11,500 CASH BACK in his pocket from our commission refund! Learn more on commission refunds in Boston.

Take aways:

1. Never waive your right to a buyers agent representation (we work for you and you only)!

2. Every real estate agent and marketing associate ALWAYS works for the seller, even if it does not feel that way, EXCEPT buyers agent who work for you and your private interests.

3. Look at all of your options. For example our company is not just a great buyers brokerage - but we give you cash back - kind of like what Jimmy was looking for!

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Categories : Auctions, Boston Apartments, Boston Lifestyle, Boston Lofts, Boston Real Estate, Commissions, New Developments, Open Houses

South Boston Condos

By Anthony Longo 28 03 2009

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, but new luxury South Boston condos and loft are also being developed. South Boston condo owners have plenty of activities right in their own neighborhood. The miles of beaches and waterfront parks along South Boston real estate culminate at Castle Island where visitors can fish off the pier, tour Fort Independence, or bring children to the playground. Dozens of Irish pubs line South Boston’s real estate, Seaport Condo, and South Boston condo owners have prime access to the grand St. Patrick’s Day parade.

When property, such as South Boston condos, is undergoing swift redevelopment and change, it is especially important to work with South Boston real estate specialists. Without the niche expertise that the experts at CondoDomain bring to the table, finding the perfect South Boston condo that is also a great investment can be tough. Contact us at CondoDomain today to take advantage of our choice listings of South Boston condos, open viewings, and negotiation experts. You can also begin looking at profiles of available South Boston condos right here on the website.

Hot New South Boston Condos:
557-559 East Second Street
Allele
Lofts at 36A Street
The Macallen
Trolley House Condos

Court Square Press

Tags: South Boston MA, South Boston Condo, South Boston Real Estate, South Boston Lofts, Seaport, Fort Point Channel, Boston Wharf, Seaport Condos, Boston Real Estate

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Categories : Boston Apartments, Boston Lifestyle, Boston Lofts, Boston Real Estate, Featured Listings, New Developments, South Boston

Fenway Condos

By Anthony Longo 28 03 2009

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 several factors: the addition of more green space along Fenway real estate, the development of luxury Fenway condos, and the realization that Fenway condos offers vibrant city life with a neighborly feel. While professionals from all fields reside in Fenway condos, this real estate is especially popular with medical professionals because of neighboring hospitals Longwood Medical Center and Beth Israel Medical Center.

Fenway condo owners are only steps away from the famous Lansdowne Street, which accommodates some of Boston’s most popular dance clubs and bars. The night crowds are lively in the Fenway area, attracting people from all over Boston.

Because of the diverse population of students and professionals living in Fenway real estate, finding the Fenway condo development that fits your lifestyle is essential. The luxury Fenway condo experts here at CondoDomain know the niche details about Fenway condos and about luxury real estate throughout the Boston area. Contact us before you start your search to take advantage of our numerous listings, open viewings, and expert negotiation skills in the downtown Boston Real Estate market.

Hot New Fenway Condo Developments:
1330 Back Bay Fens (luxury rental)
Audubon Park
Stoneholm
Mountford Place

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Tags: Fenway, Fenway Condos, Fenway Real Estate, Fenway Apartments, Boston Real Estate

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Categories : Boston Apartments, Boston Condos, Boston Lifestyle, Boston Lofts, Boston Real Estate, Commissions, Featured Listings, Fenway, New Developments

Seaport Condos

By Anthony Longo 27 03 2009

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 waterfront with new high-end hotels and restaurants.

While only minutes from the Financial District and South Boston, Seaport condos shares its culture with the redeveloping South Boston. South Boston/ Seaport real estate offers miles of beaches and waterfront parks. Seaport condo owners might explore Castle Island’s Fort Independence, go fishing, or bring children to play. Additionally, new owners of Seaport condos can spend evenings exploring the lively nightlife and exploding restaurant scene.

Investing in a Seaport condo allows you to be an integral part of a budding community. Experts with specific Seaport real estate knowledge can help you properly invest in this new community and find the Seaport condo the matches your lifestyle needs. Our experienced agents at CondoDomain specialize in luxury Seaport condos and properties throughout the Boston Real Estate market. Contact us today to take advantage of our extensive Seaport real estate listings. Once CondoDomain has helped you find your perfect Seaport condo, you will be glad that you have our expert negotiators on your side as well.

Hot New Seaport Condos for Sale:
FP3 Boston
Channel Center
Fort Point Place

Tags: Seaport Boston, Seaport Condos, Seaport Lofts, South Boston, Fort Point Channel, Fan Pier, Seaport Real Estate, Fort Point Real Estate, Boston Wharf, Wharf Boston, Waterfront Boston

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Categories : Boston Apartments, Boston Condos, Boston Lifestyle, Boston Lofts, Boston Real Estate, Commissions, Featured Listings, New Developments, Seaport, South Boston

North End Condos

By Anthony Longo 26 03 2009

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 Charlestown Navy Yard the harbor and the Financial District, North End condo owners can easily walk to the Haymarket or the aquarium. However, North End condo residents may not feel the urge to leave this peaceful community often. The narrow, winding streets of North End condos that are lined by tightly stacked buildings comprised of apartments and North End condos have an old-world feeling. Plus, North End condo owners can boast that they live in one of Boston’s safest neighborhoods.

The North End condo market has experienced high volume of sales and appreciation levels over the last five years, which is why working with a real estate firm with specific expertise in luxury North End real estate is essential in finding your North End condo. Having skilled negotiators on your side will ensure that your purchase of a North End condo is an investment. Our agents at CondoDomain, Boston’s boutique luxury real estate firm, are the experts on North End real estate. Contact us now to start your search for the perfect North End condo or Boston condo.

Hot North End Condos for Sale:

44 Prince
The Atlantic

26 Stillman

The Mariner
Avenir (luxury rental)
Fulton Street
Strada234
Union Wharf

Tags: North End Boston, North End Condos, North End Real Estate, North End Apartments, Waterfront Condos, Waterfront Real Estate, North End Waterfront

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Leather District Lofts

By Anthony Longo 25 03 2009

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 a piece of timeless Leather District real estate, the South Street Diner.

Leather District real estate is mainly comprised of condo conversion buildings, meaning that commercial businesses are on the ground floor. This offers the Leather District loft owner lively activities day and night.

A Leather District Loft or loft implies industrial chic. Generally, Leather District lofts boast open spaces, hardwood floors, exposed brick, and high ceilings. The mixture of European-style and artistic-cosmopolitan vibes found in Leather District real estate give the neighborhood a distinct feel. If you are looking for exciting, practical downtown living, Leather District real estate might be just for you.

When it comes to searching for the perfect Leather District loft and later getting the best deal on your Boston real estate, you want professionals who are experienced with the niche market of luxury Leather District lofts. The experts at CondoDomain have extensive listings for Leather District lofts and are expert negotiators in the Boston Condo market. Contact us now to start the process of finding your new home.

Hot new Leather District Lofts for sale:
210 South Street
Lincoln Plaza
Otello Lofts

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Tags: Leather District, Leather District Boston, Leather District Lofts, Leather District Condos, Midtown Lofts, Seaport Lofts, South Station Lofts, Boston Lofts, Boston Loft

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Categories : Boston Apartments, Boston Condos, Boston Lifestyle, Boston Lofts, Boston Real Estate, Featured Listings, Leather District, New Developments

Back Bay Condos

By Anthony Longo 24 03 2009

Back Bay Condos

Back Bay Condos: The Epitome of Elegance

With its brownstones and peaceful tree-lined streets, Back Bay real estate is some of the most prestigious in Boston. An investment in a Back Bay condo places you in the center of high-end shopping, hot nightspots, excellent restaurants, and lush parks. Back Bay real estate tends to be built in the “Federal” style, which includes high ceilings and rich detail.

Back Bay condo owners are a short walk to the Financial District as well as many other Boston hot spots. Commercially, Back Bay real estate is known for its exclusive shopping districts. Newbury Street is the Rodeo Drive of New England, but Back Bay condos are also walking distance to the Copley Square Mall and the Prudential Mall. Other attractions for Back Bay real estate owners and visitors include the Boston Public Library, Trinity Church in Copley Square, and the Boston Common.

Ironically, Back Bay real estate used to be a muddy marsh, but a 1820s redevelopment project filled the unstable areas. Now Back Bay real estate is filled with bustling commercial buildings, tourist attractions, and historical housing including converted Back Bay condos.

This area truly is an elegant and exciting place to live. However, the Back Bay real estate market is competitive. Finding the perfect Back Bay condo can be difficult without professionals who specialize in luxury Back Bay condo sales. At CondoDomain we have niche knowledge about Back Bay and Boston real estate. Contact us today to take advantage of our vast Back Bay condo listings, open viewings, interactive website, and expert negotiation skills.

Hot New Back Bay Condo Developments:
285 Columbus Lofts
Mandarin Oriental Residences
The Clarendon
The Meads of Commonwealth
Zero Marlborough

360 Newbury
Copley Place Residences
Four Seasons Place
Heritage on the Garden
Le Jardin
One Charles
The Belvedere
The Carillon
The Somerset
The Vendome
Trinity Place