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The contents of this feed are available for non-commercial use only.TheMoneyBlogs http://www.TheMoneyBlogs.comhttp://www.themoneyblogs.com/bostoncondo/my.blog/carruth-condos-in-dorchester-boston-provide-pricing-relief.htmlhttp://www.themoneyblogs.com/bostoncondo/carruth-condos-in-dorchester-boston-provide-pricing-relief.htmlhttp://www.themoneyblogs.com/bostoncondo/my.blog/carruth-condos-in-dorchester-boston-provide-pricing-relief.html With million dollar condo listings in downtown Boston selling like hotcakes, there is a large contingent of condo Buyers who want to buy into a high-end development, but simply cannot afford price per square foot values around $1,000. In comes The Carruth, a mixed use development that is currently under construction in Dorchester, a southern suburb of Boston. The six-story Carruth will be a Dennis Duffy design housing 42 market-rate condos on the top two floors, and rental units bel With million dollar condo listings in downtown Boston selling like hotcakes, there is a large contingent of condo Buyers who want to buy into a high-end development, but simply cannot afford price per square foot values around $1,000. In comes The Carruth, a mixed use development that is currently under construction in Dorchester, a southern suburb of Boston. The six-story Carruth will be a Dennis Duffy design housing 42 market-rate condos on the top two floors, and rental units bel...Boston Condo Guy2007-11-02 11:50:00http://www.themoneyblogs.com/bostoncondo/my.blog/avenir-boston-condos-now-luxury-rental.htmlhttp://www.themoneyblogs.com/bostoncondo/avenir-boston-condos-now-luxury-rental.htmlhttp://www.themoneyblogs.com/bostoncondo/my.blog/avenir-boston-condos-now-luxury-rental.htmlFollowing suit with Harborview at the Navy Yard, Avenir Boston, a large-scale 241-unit condo development in Boston&8217;s West End is officially changing directions, and will now become a luxury rental development rather than for-sale condos. A Dennis Duffy design, Avenir Boston was to play host to units with price tags up to $1.5 million. When the Sales Center opened, they were only able to put one unit under agreement. If you call the Sales Center today, you receive a recording that statFollowing suit with Harborview at the Navy Yard, Avenir Boston, a large-scale 241-unit condo development in Boston&8217;s West End is officially changing directions, and will now become a luxury rental development rather than for-sale condos. A Dennis Duffy design, Avenir Boston was to play host to units with price tags up to $1.5 million. When the Sales Center opened, they were only able to put one unit under agreement. If you call the Sales Center today, you receive a recording that stat...Boston Condo Guy2007-11-01 04:36:00http://www.themoneyblogs.com/bostoncondo/my.blog/condo-prices-at-intercontinental-boston.htmlhttp://www.themoneyblogs.com/bostoncondo/condo-prices-at-intercontinental-boston.htmlhttp://www.themoneyblogs.com/bostoncondo/my.blog/condo-prices-at-intercontinental-boston.htmlHow would you like to enjoy the comforts of a home, but the amenities of a hotel? It&8217;s been called the &8220;Manhattanization&8221; of Boston, and the trend is definitely not stopping any time soon. Boston is home to a host of what are known as condo-hotels, a combination of (typically) a five-star hotel with condo residences. The Boston Intercontinental is probably the most recent to open, and it will soon be followed by Battery Wharf (Regent Hotel), and then by the Boston WHow would you like to enjoy the comforts of a home, but the amenities of a hotel? It&8217;s been called the &8220;Manhattanization&8221; of Boston, and the trend is definitely not stopping any time soon. Boston is home to a host of what are known as condo-hotels, a combination of (typically) a five-star hotel with condo residences. The Boston Intercontinental is probably the most recent to open, and it will soon be followed by Battery Wharf (Regent Hotel), and then by the Boston W...Boston Condo Guy2007-10-31 06:41:00http://www.themoneyblogs.com/bostoncondo/my.blog/one-condo-left-at-360-newburystill.htmlhttp://www.themoneyblogs.com/bostoncondo/one-condo-left-at-360-newburystill.htmlhttp://www.themoneyblogs.com/bostoncondo/my.blog/one-condo-left-at-360-newburystill.htmlYou have more than likely seen the advertisements, walked by and/or stopped into Tower Records Virgin Megastore Best Buy on the ground floor of this condo development, you guessed it, 360 Newbury, at the intersection of Massachusetts Avenue and Newbury Street. There is currently one unit remaining in this luxury development of 54 high-end condos with soaring ceilings, huge windows, high-end finishes, and a sophisticated loft feel. 360 Newbury, a Frank Gehry design, renovated in 2005, and the rYou have more than likely seen the advertisements, walked by and/or stopped into Tower Records Virgin Megastore Best Buy on the ground floor of this condo development, you guessed it, 360 Newbury, at the intersection of Massachusetts Avenue and Newbury Street. There is currently one unit remaining in this luxury development of 54 high-end condos with soaring ceilings, huge windows, high-end finishes, and a sophisticated loft feel. 360 Newbury, a Frank Gehry design, renovated in 2005, and the r...Boston Condo Guy2007-10-29 14:16:00http://www.themoneyblogs.com/bostoncondo/my.blog/channel-center-seaport-district-lofts-open-houses.htmlhttp://www.themoneyblogs.com/bostoncondo/channel-center-seaport-district-lofts-open-houses.htmlhttp://www.themoneyblogs.com/bostoncondo/my.blog/channel-center-seaport-district-lofts-open-houses.htmlOur Featured Open House of the week is taking place at the Channel Center condo development in Boston&8217;s Seaport District. The development, located at 25-35 Channel Center Street opened in 2004, a combination of a loft-conversion of an existing warehouse, and the development of a new modern lofty-style condo building. You&8217;ll have the opportunity to tour two (2) units today in the development, which is located just up the street from Fort Point Place (21 Wormwood Street), and sOur Featured Open House of the week is taking place at the Channel Center condo development in Boston&8217;s Seaport District. The development, located at 25-35 Channel Center Street opened in 2004, a combination of a loft-conversion of an existing warehouse, and the development of a new modern lofty-style condo building. You&8217;ll have the opportunity to tour two (2) units today in the development, which is located just up the street from Fort Point Place (21 Wormwood Street), and s...Boston Condo Guy2007-10-28 05:23:00http://www.themoneyblogs.com/bostoncondo/my.blog/several-price-reductions-at-d4-condos.htmlhttp://www.themoneyblogs.com/bostoncondo/several-price-reductions-at-d4-condos.htmlhttp://www.themoneyblogs.com/bostoncondo/my.blog/several-price-reductions-at-d4-condos.htmlThree of the remaining seven units at the D4 Condo Development in Boston&8217;s South End underwent price reductions this morning. Units include the grand penthouse, moving from $3.2 million down to $2.9 million, Unit 6 (the unit on the far left of the building with the huge windows) moving from $1,385,900 down to $1,299,900, and finally, Unit 1, the corner unit with a private entrance that overlooks both Warren Avenue and Berkeley Street, moving from $1,399,900 down to $1,299,900. For morThree of the remaining seven units at the D4 Condo Development in Boston&8217;s South End underwent price reductions this morning. Units include the grand penthouse, moving from $3.2 million down to $2.9 million, Unit 6 (the unit on the far left of the building with the huge windows) moving from $1,385,900 down to $1,299,900, and finally, Unit 1, the corner unit with a private entrance that overlooks both Warren Avenue and Berkeley Street, moving from $1,399,900 down to $1,299,900. For mor...Boston Condo Guy2007-10-26 11:25:00http://www.themoneyblogs.com/bostoncondo/my.blog/why-you-should-use-a-buyers-agent-to-buy-a-condo.htmlhttp://www.themoneyblogs.com/bostoncondo/why-you-should-use-a-buyers-agent-to-buy-a-condo.htmlhttp://www.themoneyblogs.com/bostoncondo/my.blog/why-you-should-use-a-buyers-agent-to-buy-a-condo.htmlAre you interested in buying a condo in a new Boston condo development? Have you considered working with a Buyer’s Agent, or do you want to buy directly from the development’s sales center staff? You should think twice before moving forward without a Buyer’s Agent representing you exclusively. If you’re a real estate agent yourself, or a professional real estate investor, it might very well make sense to ’go it alone’ when buying into a new condo development, but for the majority oAre you interested in buying a condo in a new Boston condo development? Have you considered working with a Buyer’s Agent, or do you want to buy directly from the development’s sales center staff? You should think twice before moving forward without a Buyer’s Agent representing you exclusively. If you’re a real estate agent yourself, or a professional real estate investor, it might very well make sense to ’go it alone’ when buying into a new condo development, but for the majority o...Boston Condo Guy2007-10-25 13:13:00http://www.themoneyblogs.com/bostoncondo/my.blog/sapeo-south-boston-no-more.htmlhttp://www.themoneyblogs.com/bostoncondo/sapeo-south-boston-no-more.htmlhttp://www.themoneyblogs.com/bostoncondo/my.blog/sapeo-south-boston-no-more.htmlRecent updates to the ground floor commercial space in Allele Boston has a Jay&8217;s Cafe moving in, rather than a spin-off of Newbury Street&8217;s Tapeo, as reported earlier in the summer (Tapeo Restaurant to Open in South Boston). A restaurant in Allele, regardless of who gets the coveted spot, will make a great addition to what is quickly becoming the hottest area to call home in Boston. Recent updates to the ground floor commercial space in Allele Boston has a Jay&8217;s Cafe moving in, rather than a spin-off of Newbury Street&8217;s Tapeo, as reported earlier in the summer (Tapeo Restaurant to Open in South Boston). A restaurant in Allele, regardless of who gets the coveted spot, will make a great addition to what is quickly becoming the hottest area to call home in Boston. ...Boston Condo Guy2007-10-24 14:46:00http://www.themoneyblogs.com/bostoncondo/my.blog/broadluxe-financial-district-condo-update.htmlhttp://www.themoneyblogs.com/bostoncondo/broadluxe-financial-district-condo-update.htmlhttp://www.themoneyblogs.com/bostoncondo/my.blog/broadluxe-financial-district-condo-update.htmlWe are continuing to stay close to the Broadluxe development in Boston’s Financial District at 99-105 Broad Street as it moves closer to completion, and perhaps more importantly, available for sale. TD Banknorth foreclosed on the property several months back, and they brought in Union Construction (a greater-Boston company) to finish off outstanding construction. As of Monday morning, TD Banknorth communicated to us that they were approximately 30 - 45 days out from construction completion. WhaWe are continuing to stay close to the Broadluxe development in Boston’s Financial District at 99-105 Broad Street as it moves closer to completion, and perhaps more importantly, available for sale. TD Banknorth foreclosed on the property several months back, and they brought in Union Construction (a greater-Boston company) to finish off outstanding construction. As of Monday morning, TD Banknorth communicated to us that they were approximately 30 - 45 days out from construction completion. Wha...Boston Condo Guy2007-10-23 07:35:00http://www.themoneyblogs.com/bostoncondo/my.blog/harborview-navy-yard-condo-auction-status.htmlhttp://www.themoneyblogs.com/bostoncondo/harborview-navy-yard-condo-auction-status.htmlhttp://www.themoneyblogs.com/bostoncondo/my.blog/harborview-navy-yard-condo-auction-status.htmlThere&8217;s been some confusion, and ambiguity, surrounding the Harborview at the Navy Yard auction. As Boston Condo Guy reported in early September (Harborview Navy Yard Fails, Now Luxury Rental), Harborview was yanked from the market as a 224-unit for sale condo development, and was slated to become a luxury rental property. It was recently announced that parties involved with Harborview are inching towards making that a reality. Why do we say inching? Well, the auction that will be taThere&8217;s been some confusion, and ambiguity, surrounding the Harborview at the Navy Yard auction. As Boston Condo Guy reported in early September (Harborview Navy Yard Fails, Now Luxury Rental), Harborview was yanked from the market as a 224-unit for sale condo development, and was slated to become a luxury rental property. It was recently announced that parties involved with Harborview are inching towards making that a reality. Why do we say inching? Well, the auction that will be ta...Boston Condo Guy2007-10-22 22:41:00http://www.themoneyblogs.com/bostoncondo/my.blog/south-end-brownstone-restoration-open-house.htmlhttp://www.themoneyblogs.com/bostoncondo/south-end-brownstone-restoration-open-house.htmlhttp://www.themoneyblogs.com/bostoncondo/my.blog/south-end-brownstone-restoration-open-house.html Our Featured Open House this week is a 5-unit restoration project in the South End at 676 Tremont Street. The complete redevelopment is being called a classic brownstone, architect designed, luxury condominiums. The condos have been professionally designed, and most include gas fireplaces, Gioa Italian marble bathrooms, Brazilian cherry hardwood floors throughout, patio decks, and built-in flat screen wiring. Parking is included in the penthouse unit, and available in for an additional pri Our Featured Open House this week is a 5-unit restoration project in the South End at 676 Tremont Street. The complete redevelopment is being called a classic brownstone, architect designed, luxury condominiums. The condos have been professionally designed, and most include gas fireplaces, Gioa Italian marble bathrooms, Brazilian cherry hardwood floors throughout, patio decks, and built-in flat screen wiring. Parking is included in the penthouse unit, and available in for an additional pri...Boston Condo Guy2007-10-21 15:15:00http://www.themoneyblogs.com/bostoncondo/my.blog/jj-foleys-south-end-opens-cafe.htmlhttp://www.themoneyblogs.com/bostoncondo/jj-foleys-south-end-opens-cafe.htmlhttp://www.themoneyblogs.com/bostoncondo/my.blog/jj-foleys-south-end-opens-cafe.html We had the opportunity to stop into J.J. Foley&8217;s in Boston&8217;s South End for a grand opening expansion party. The well known bar has just expanded to add a cafe where one can now get lunch, dinner and weekend brunch. The spread of food, including mimosas, bloody mary&8217;s, and full samples from the new brunch menu, was excellent, the staff was friendly, and the atmosphere was great - hopefully they will keep the restaurant in the southernmost room, where they had the gra We had the opportunity to stop into J.J. Foley&8217;s in Boston&8217;s South End for a grand opening expansion party. The well known bar has just expanded to add a cafe where one can now get lunch, dinner and weekend brunch. The spread of food, including mimosas, bloody mary&8217;s, and full samples from the new brunch menu, was excellent, the staff was friendly, and the atmosphere was great - hopefully they will keep the restaurant in the southernmost room, where they had the gra...Boston Condo Guy2007-10-20 18:52:00http://www.themoneyblogs.com/bostoncondo/my.blog/210-south-street-boasts-buyer-incentives.htmlhttp://www.themoneyblogs.com/bostoncondo/210-south-street-boasts-buyer-incentives.htmlhttp://www.themoneyblogs.com/bostoncondo/my.blog/210-south-street-boasts-buyer-incentives.htmlThey started with 54 available condos at the 210 South Street condo development in the Leather District, and they now have 11. The development team has been coming up with new buyer incentives what seems like every quarter that the remaining units go unsold, including some significant price reductions back in August. Currently, when you buy a 210 South Street loft-style condo, the development team will pay for one year of condo fees and one year of rental parking. Depending on what unit you They started with 54 available condos at the 210 South Street condo development in the Leather District, and they now have 11. The development team has been coming up with new buyer incentives what seems like every quarter that the remaining units go unsold, including some significant price reductions back in August. Currently, when you buy a 210 South Street loft-style condo, the development team will pay for one year of condo fees and one year of rental parking. Depending on what unit you ...Boston Condo Guy2007-10-20 08:25:00http://www.themoneyblogs.com/bostoncondo/my.blog/jeffries-point-condos-in-east-boston.htmlhttp://www.themoneyblogs.com/bostoncondo/jeffries-point-condos-in-east-boston.htmlhttp://www.themoneyblogs.com/bostoncondo/my.blog/jeffries-point-condos-in-east-boston.htmlDevelopers are continuing to upgrade East Boston one rowhouse at a time. Recently hitting the market is a total renovation of a hip, 3-unit rowhouse of two-bedroom one-bathroom condos located in the heart of Jeffries Point. Granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, sparkling bamboo floors, back porch, custom tile shower, and exclusive roof rights for the to-floor unit. Steps to Brophy Park, Piers Park and miles of Harborwalk paths. This house has been renovated with &8220;green&Developers are continuing to upgrade East Boston one rowhouse at a time. Recently hitting the market is a total renovation of a hip, 3-unit rowhouse of two-bedroom one-bathroom condos located in the heart of Jeffries Point. Granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, sparkling bamboo floors, back porch, custom tile shower, and exclusive roof rights for the to-floor unit. Steps to Brophy Park, Piers Park and miles of Harborwalk paths. This house has been renovated with &8220;green&...Boston Condo Guy2007-10-19 10:41:00http://www.themoneyblogs.com/bostoncondo/my.blog/exclusive-d4-condo-photos.htmlhttp://www.themoneyblogs.com/bostoncondo/exclusive-d4-condo-photos.htmlhttp://www.themoneyblogs.com/bostoncondo/my.blog/exclusive-d4-condo-photos.htmlBased on popular demand, we have exclusive D4 condo photos for your enjoyment. The D4 condos, which recently received their Certificate of Occupancy, are a Philippe Starck design - the lobby and Winter Garden courtyard area, the interrogation windows surrounding the courtyard, and front doors (all below) are some of the highlights of this landmark redevelopment in the South End. Eight condos are for sale at D4 currently, priced from $669,900 to $3,200,000. D4 is a boutique 25-unit developmentBased on popular demand, we have exclusive D4 condo photos for your enjoyment. The D4 condos, which recently received their Certificate of Occupancy, are a Philippe Starck design - the lobby and Winter Garden courtyard area, the interrogation windows surrounding the courtyard, and front doors (all below) are some of the highlights of this landmark redevelopment in the South End. Eight condos are for sale at D4 currently, priced from $669,900 to $3,200,000. D4 is a boutique 25-unit development...Boston Condo Guy2007-10-18 12:10:00http://www.themoneyblogs.com/bostoncondo/my.blog/boston-banq-restaurant-seeks-new-chef.htmlhttp://www.themoneyblogs.com/bostoncondo/boston-banq-restaurant-seeks-new-chef.htmlhttp://www.themoneyblogs.com/bostoncondo/my.blog/boston-banq-restaurant-seeks-new-chef.html As we reported back in July, the boutique luxury Penny Savings Bank condo development in the South End will house a new restaurant called banQ - what an appropriate play on words. The restaurant is moving towards a grand opening, and they are on the lookout for a new chef. Boston Chefs recently reported the following: banQ Restaurant is currently seeking a dynamic, creative and energetic sous chef for a start up restaurant team. The ideal candidate will be actively involved in menu devel As we reported back in July, the boutique luxury Penny Savings Bank condo development in the South End will house a new restaurant called banQ - what an appropriate play on words. The restaurant is moving towards a grand opening, and they are on the lookout for a new chef. Boston Chefs recently reported the following: banQ Restaurant is currently seeking a dynamic, creative and energetic sous chef for a start up restaurant team. The ideal candidate will be actively involved in menu devel...Boston Condo Guy2007-10-12 07:58:00http://www.themoneyblogs.com/bostoncondo/my.blog/beacon-halls-boston-condo-cleaning-service.htmlhttp://www.themoneyblogs.com/bostoncondo/beacon-halls-boston-condo-cleaning-service.htmlhttp://www.themoneyblogs.com/bostoncondo/my.blog/beacon-halls-boston-condo-cleaning-service.html We had the chance to sit down with the Founder of Beacon Halls Cleaning Service, a locally owned and operated condominium cleaning company based out of Beacon Hill. We speak with Developers, Sellers, and Buyers every day, and it’s clear that the cleanliness of common areas is high on the priority list. Here’s how our conversation went with Beacon Halls. The Boston Condo Blog: Tell us a little bit about Beacon Halls Cleaning Service? Beacon Halls Cleaning Service: When we start We had the chance to sit down with the Founder of Beacon Halls Cleaning Service, a locally owned and operated condominium cleaning company based out of Beacon Hill. We speak with Developers, Sellers, and Buyers every day, and it’s clear that the cleanliness of common areas is high on the priority list. Here’s how our conversation went with Beacon Halls. The Boston Condo Blog: Tell us a little bit about Beacon Halls Cleaning Service? Beacon Halls Cleaning Service: When we start...Boston Condo Guy2007-10-11 05:12:00http://www.themoneyblogs.com/bostoncondo/my.blog/new-luxury-boston-condos-hit-the-market.htmlhttp://www.themoneyblogs.com/bostoncondo/new-luxury-boston-condos-hit-the-market.htmlhttp://www.themoneyblogs.com/bostoncondo/my.blog/new-luxury-boston-condos-hit-the-market.html There has been a swath of luxury Boston condos that hit the market over the Holiday weekend. These units are trend-setters as we move into the final quarter of 2007. The numbers don’t lie, high-end million dollar + properties in Boston are selling in force this year, and with a selection like the below, there’s no question as to why. Starting at just under a million dollars, there is a new Boston Ritz Carlton condo at 1 Avery Street that hit the market for $995,000. The unit There has been a swath of luxury Boston condos that hit the market over the Holiday weekend. These units are trend-setters as we move into the final quarter of 2007. The numbers don’t lie, high-end million dollar + properties in Boston are selling in force this year, and with a selection like the below, there’s no question as to why. Starting at just under a million dollars, there is a new Boston Ritz Carlton condo at 1 Avery Street that hit the market for $995,000. The unit ...Boston Condo Guy2007-10-09 08:24:00http://www.themoneyblogs.com/bostoncondo/my.blog/79-chandler-street-brooke-house-open-house.htmlhttp://www.themoneyblogs.com/bostoncondo/79-chandler-street-brooke-house-open-house.htmlhttp://www.themoneyblogs.com/bostoncondo/my.blog/79-chandler-street-brooke-house-open-house.html Three units remain at the Brooke House, located at 79 Chandler Street in Boston’s South End. Serving as our Featured Open House this week, the Brook House is a 9-unit luxury condo rehabilitation project that features high-end technologies, a common roof deck with a kitchen, and one off-site garage parking space with each unit. The three direct-elevator access units remaining are between 1,625 and 3,232 square feet, and priced between $1,339,999 and $1,899,000. The Open House, l Three units remain at the Brooke House, located at 79 Chandler Street in Boston’s South End. Serving as our Featured Open House this week, the Brook House is a 9-unit luxury condo rehabilitation project that features high-end technologies, a common roof deck with a kitchen, and one off-site garage parking space with each unit. The three direct-elevator access units remaining are between 1,625 and 3,232 square feet, and priced between $1,339,999 and $1,899,000. The Open House, l...Boston Condo Guy2007-10-07 06:04:00http://www.themoneyblogs.com/bostoncondo/my.blog/boston-macallen-building-sets-green-standard-for-condos.htmlhttp://www.themoneyblogs.com/bostoncondo/boston-macallen-building-sets-green-standard-for-condos.htmlhttp://www.themoneyblogs.com/bostoncondo/my.blog/boston-macallen-building-sets-green-standard-for-condos.html As Green building and development continues to spread across the country, Boston has joined the club. The Macallen Building, a 140-unit development in South Boston is one of the most progressive developments in the city, opening its doors to residents in June of 2007, it has achieved a coveted Gold-level Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification badge, currently the only across all Boston real estate. The sloping 6 to 12 story Macallen Building, nestled among h As Green building and development continues to spread across the country, Boston has joined the club. The Macallen Building, a 140-unit development in South Boston is one of the most progressive developments in the city, opening its doors to residents in June of 2007, it has achieved a coveted Gold-level Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification badge, currently the only across all Boston real estate. The sloping 6 to 12 story Macallen Building, nestled among h...Boston Condo Guy2007-10-06 05:28:00