Boston Luxury Real Estate Sellers Are Less Negotiable
July 28, 2012Given the shortage of property sales inventory and the rental market being on fire, sellers have become more reluctant to reduce their asking price. If they don’t receive an offer close to asking, they turn around and rent their property. Buyers should be aware that they can’t lowball sellers anymore, especially in some of the best Boston neighborhoods. Read More
Newbury Street: A Walk Down Memory Lane
May 5, 2012Newbury Street is known as Boston’s shopping mecca. Located in the Back Bay neighborhood, the street is lined with fashionable boutiques including Armani, Cartier, Valentino, and Chanel to name a few. It is fascinating to see the transformation of Newbury Street through the years with old shops closing and new ones opening. Read More
Spotlight on Historic Charlestown
January 28, 2012Want to see the most incredible view of the city skyline? Take a walk to Charlestown, one of the best Boston neighborhoods for city gazing. It is a stately town, tucked in between Boston’s North End and East Cambridge with many beautifully appointed Boston luxury condos. Residents are within walking distance of the North End, ie Boston’s ‘Little Italy’, and the famous authentic Italian restaurants. Read More
Living on Historic Beacon Hill: One of Boston’s Best Neighborhoods
December 17, 2011One of the more desirable neighborhoods in Boston is the historical Beacon Hill area. It’s the site of the golden-domed State House and home to many state legislators. Famous for its European style architecture, the area showcases beautifully maintained single family townhouses featuring ornate antique details. Many converted townhouses are now luxury Boston condos that line the narrow gas-lit streets. Read More
Living in Boston’s North End & Waterfront
October 29, 2011The most exciting aspect of living in the city is the variety of different Boston neighborhoods nearby. I’d like to highlight a couple of these vibrant areas today: the Waterfront and the North End. Read More
Spotlight on Boston’s Back Bay Neighborhood
September 24, 2011There are several great neighborhoods in Boston and all have their own charm, particular characteristics and distinctive appeal. Back Bay is one of the most exceptional Boston neighborhoods where the luxury real estate market has proven strong this season. Back Bay’s name is very fitting, since it was swampland before the early 1800s. The area has since been filled and built up with row houses and large, ornate mansions. Read More
Boston is Among the Most Convenient US Cities
August 27, 2011Why do we love living in Boston so much? We continue to put up with its harsh winters and hot, humid summers, because it’s one of the greatest cities in the nation. Boston neighborhoods are among the best and to own a Boston home means having the keys to a unique and evolving cityscape. Read More
$9M – $25M Luxury Residences for Sale from Boston to Cape Cod
July 30, 2011The Boston luxury real estate market has not had much attention paid to it, which is surprising because it’s one of the stronger markets in the nation. The Boston Globe recently published an article outlining recent home sales and stated luxury condos in Boston are selling for 13% more this quarter than the beginning of the year. Similar trends should continue in the local luxury market, considering Boston high-end condo sales have fared better than housing markets statewide. Read More
Spotlight on Brookline: Boston’s Best of Both Worlds
July 23, 2011Buyers often ask me which Boston neighborhood is best – and my answer always depends on the buyer. Each neighborhood is exceptionally unique and offers different community amenities. Likewise, each buyer has his/her own list of needs, so the neighborhood best suited for a young family might not be the same location that newlyweds choose to live. Or it could be – it’s completely dependent on the lifestyle of the buyer. Read More
Moving From a Large House to a Condo in Boston
April 23, 2011 Buying a property in Boston is certainly an educational process. You need to familiarize yourself with the local real estate market, comparable sale prices, and the different neighborhoods in the area. Read More