A recent Gallup poll voted Massachusetts one of the top 10 happiest and healthiest states in America. The nationwide survey was done during the 2010 year and measured respondents overall satisfaction in categories such as life evaluation, emotional health, physical health, and other areas.
Factors that put us in the top 10 nationwide were:
58% of state residents eat produce frequently.
4.7% are uninsured
52% exercise frequently
and finally only 22% of residents are obese.
Click here to see the study
We would like to introduce you to 333 Lee Street. This beautiful 3 story estate in Brookline was designed and built between 1929-1930 by renowned architect William T. Aldrich. The French style home, resides on 3 acres and is comprised of a main house and a one bedroom guest house. The main house has been thoroughly renovated to combine modern luxuries with old world charm. The home has 10 working fireplaces, 6 of which are hand carved marble designs from Italy. Throughout the home you’ll find hand carved wood and plaster ornamentation and quarter-sawn oak floors. The walls have been hand painted by Nigel Grace and all the rooms have 12 ft. ceilings.
In addition to the 20 principle rooms that comprise the 16,000 sq. ft. of living space in the main house, you’ll find a pool house which can be reached by an underground passageway that doubles as an art gallery. There is also a four car garage with half bath for employees use.
Currently listed at $15,750,000 please call our office at 617-449-3642 if you are interested in scheduling a tour. To see more of this beautiful home check out the gallery below.
The Federal Housing Administration has announced that on April 18th they will be raising the Mortgage Insurance Premiums on the their loans. If you are thinking about purchasing a home and getting FHA financing you will need to be under contract on the property you are interested in with an active loan application by April 18th. The time frame gives buyers the next month to find the home they are interested in and make an offer. Buyers who wait until after the 18th are likely to see higher monthly payments due to the rate increase. For more questions on FHA financing in Boston you can call our office at 617-449-3642.
This past weekend I attended the New England Boat Show, an annual trip that signals the coming of spring and a reconnection to old friends. After I got home, I began to think: what are the best Boston condos for boaters? So after giving it some thought, I’ve put together a list of what I believe are some of the best Boston condos for boat owners.
Commercial Wharf
For the bachelor that needs that perfect marina loft, it doesn’t get much more authentic then Commercial Wharf. This stunning loft features the classic wood beams from straight from the ships that used to fill Boston Harbor. The meticulously renovated home has 2 balconies and a wood burning fireplace. The kitchen has top of the line Viking and Miele appliances and features a bar top that over looks a built in eating area. Listed at $1,279,000 with slip spaces are available right out your front door and the best North End restaurants are just steps away.
Battery Wharf
For those looking for a more refined style, look no further than Battery Wharf. This two bed plus den has terrific views of Boston Harbor. The chef’s kitchen and private deck mean you’ll be entertaining friends till long after the sun goes down and with the extra space there’s room for some to stay. When the time comes to relax, you can take a soak in your tub while looking right into the harbor. Offering all the services of the Fairmont Hotel, you can finish your bath with a bit of room service or a meal down at the Sensing Restaurant all without leaving your building. The 2 bed plus den and 2.5 bath unit is currently asking $2,275,000.
Constellation Wharf
For the family that loves to boat but needs some space we head over to Constellation Wharf. This monster 3100+ sq.ft. 4 bed 3.5 bath 3 level home has 3 private decks to soak in Boston Harbor. The home features an eat in kitchen with tremendous views of the harbor and 2 wood burning fireplaces. There are also 2 deed parking spaces. Whether you commute by boat or by car you can’t go wrong and either way you’ll have place to store you vehicle. Currently listed at $1,685,000
If you’d like to schedule a tour of any of these fabulous homes call our office and tell them you need a home with a slip. 617-449-3642
The property formerly known as Back Bay Manor has recently come under new management and gone through a name change. The property is now being called City View and is managed by Equity Residential. Equity already manages several buildings in downtown area as well as nationwide. The takeover is likely to mean updates to the property in the near future, but this hasn’t yet been confirmed. The rebranding effort does suggest that the company plans to breath new life into what was becoming a stale property, but only time will tell. We wish Equity all the best with their new project and if you’re interested in pricing give our office a call at 617-449-3642.
Boston | Chris Dunn | 
March 16, 2011 12:33 am | 
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