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[29 Apr 2010 | Comments Off | ]

Lets just say NOT GOOD news for the W Boston Condos & Hotel here in Boston.   Although quoted in numerous articles by owner and developer, Sawyer Enterprises, the filing of Chapter 11 Bankruptcy is just a technicality and process to restructure the developments debt.
via the Boston Globe – Just months after opening, the owner of the luxury W Boston Hotel and Residences in Park Square filed for bankruptcy today. The company said it needs breathing room to restructure debts that total more than $100 million.
The filing is …

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[21 Apr 2010 | Comments Off | ]

Earlier this week Emerson College announced their purchase of 1-3 Boylston Place (The brick walkway off Boylston street that leads to the Transportation building), a purchase that is putting a popular nightclub and a sweet cafe in a tight spot…
Emerson College currently owns and occupies five major buildings as well as other smaller facilities in the downtown area surrounding the corner of Boylston St. and Tremont St. The buildings and their addresses are as follows: 80 Boylston (The Little Building,) 100 Boylston St. (The Colonial Building), 120 Boylston St. (The …

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[5 Apr 2010 | Comments Off | ]

From Banker & Tradesman:
Net occupied space in Greater Boston’s office market shrank by 1.5 million square feet in the first quarter, marking the 7th consecutive quarter of increased vacancy, according to a new report.
Colliers Meredith & Grew reported 19.2 percent vacancy in the first quarter, up from 18.4 percent at the end of 2009, according to the First Quarter 2010 Market Snapshot.
“Although the pace of the market’s deterioration slowed over the latter half of 2009, the first quarter of 2010 has seen several large blocks of space coming to the …

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[22 Mar 2010 | Comments Off | ]

The Hyatt Regency Boston has been sold to Chesapeake Lodging Trust, of Fairfield NJ, for $112 million, or roughly $225,000 a room. Chesapeake Lodging Trust said they plan to invest additional funds into the 21 story hotel, which will remain under the Hyatt Regency Flag. The Chicago-based Hyatt bought the former Swissotel in 2003 with intentions of selling it under a long-term management agreement said Steve Haggerty, global head of Hyatt.
For the full Boston Herald article, click here.

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[18 Mar 2010 | Comments Off | ]

First some good news: The Back Bay continues its hot streak as one of the Greater Boston Area’s most stable real-estate markets, having 69 sales thus far in 2010 at an average of $1.4 million. During the same time period last year only 29 properties sold at an average of $1.3 million. The Metro’s Christine Wallace believes that the Back Bay’s hot streak has a lot to do with the areas two latest additions, The Clarendon and The W, which both recently got their occupancy permits. Wallace adds, “There are …

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[15 Mar 2010 | Comments Off | ]

Every year we write about the Top 10 New Construction Boston condos that are either just coming to completion or have just opened for sales.  Well, with new construction pretty much at a standstill (nationally) with very little new product coming to market, we still are placing our bets.  Below are the Top 10 Boston Condos for 2010.
#10 – The Signal Building (South Boston / Seaport)
Developer: N and P Associates, LLC
Architect: Ron Bennett, AIA
Marketing: Gibson Sothebys
Price Range: Starting at $300k
Cool hip lofts come unique, quaint South Boston neighborhood.  …

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[11 Mar 2010 | Comments Off | ]

The Abbey Group and The Marketing Group of New England unveiled a new Penthouse unit at 45 Province yesterday, and I was lucky enough to attend the event.
The unit is a stunning two bedroom, two bath with study and two balconies. At 2,471 square feet, the unit has an open layout feel with a foyer that has built-in custom closets and black walnut hardwood floors.  First thing you notice when you walk into penthouse 3B is the spectacular panoramic views of downtown Boston.  The Great Room with balcony has 180 …

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[15 Feb 2010 | Comments Off | ]

Boston.com has just posted a nice simple report on all Boston condo sales for 2009 categorized by neighborhood. The numbers aren’t terribly surprising but they’re important for prospective buyers, so I’ll make some remarks on what the numbers are telling us (for the full table of statistics, click here).
Without a doubt the Back Bay is Boston’s priciest neighborhood, having an average selling price of just over $1 million and a median selling price of just under $700,000, and comes in third place in regard to total sales behind the South …

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[8 Feb 2010 | Comments Off | ]

Looking to buy a luxury condo in Boston this spring? You will have plenty of options at the Residences at The Ritz-Carlton Towers. As of January 5, 2010 there were 34 luxury condo units for sale scattered between the three Ritz condominium towers at 1, 2 & 3 Avery Street in Boston.
The lowest price unit at the Ritz is a one bed listed for $599,000 while the most expensive condo for sale is on the market for $12,500,000. Certainly there is a range of properties for sale but most of …

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[17 Dec 2009 | Comments Off | ]

Both The Clarendon Back Bay and The W Boston Condominium & Hotel closed on their first residential units this week!  CondoDomain which ink’ed the very first contract for Related’s Clarendon Back Bay condominium tower was also the very first unit to close and record at the registry yesterday afternoon!  Moore to come via video tour of the building and our close friend Vinay’s new posh pad boasting awesome Back Bay views!
In the coming weeks, a series of closings will occur in the posh; full- service building conveniently located at the …

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[9 Dec 2009 | Comments Off | ]
45 province boston luxury highrise condo development

45 Province is a new construction development with only the finest services, amenities, and finishes.
Touring this property, I was greeted by the valet who kindly parked my car and was escorted by the concierge to the elevator where I found myself moments later in the sales office with a panoramic view of the city through floor to ceiling windows.
45 Province is situated between Beacon Hill and the Financial District. One, two, and three bedrooms are available and range from 800 square feet up to 2,600 square feet.
Building amenities include: …

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[7 Dec 2009 | Comments Off | ]

Just before Thanksgiving Mayor Thomas Menino announced the first annual Holiday Market in Downtown Crossing. The outdoor market debuted on November 28th and the festivities will continue through Christmas Eve!
The Downtown Crossing Holiday Market will be located in an enclosed tent on Summer Street and will feature goods from local artists and food vendors who are interested in sharing, among other things, their handcrafted jewelry, pottery, clothing and house wares. Holiday Market will be open Monday through Saturday from 11 AM to 7 PM and 12 PM …

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[26 Oct 2009 | Comments Off | ]

With all of the movies going on around Boston, this Hollywood invasion has really started to make celebrity spotting in Boston a common, everyday occurrence. One place that has always had its fair share of celebrities visiting the Hub has been The Ritz-Carlton Boston Common located on Avery Street in Boston’s Midtown District.
Not only does The Ritz-Carlton Boston Common boast claim to the home of The Sports Club/LA Boston, but is also located right next to the Loews Theater Boston Common, and is in close proximity to several fine dining …

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[20 Aug 2009 | Comments Off | ]

There are currently 6 Boston condos listed for sale at Four Seasons Place. Four Seasons Place, as I’m sure you’ve guessed, is connected to the Four Seasons Hotel Boston and offers its residents complete access to the Four Seasons Hotel. Residents of Four Seasons Place Boston condos have full access to all of the five star Four Seasons Hotel amenities including room service, fitness center, hotel spa, large lap swimming pool, valet parking, concierge services, and much much more.

It is very rare to see Boston condos at Four Seasons Place …