Archive for the ‘Boston Luxury Real Estate’ Category

Charming Single Family Home in Boston’s South End

Friday, March 30th, 2012

5 bedroom 4.5 bath luxury South End home for sale in Boston.Rarely available private home with multiple parking spaces on a lovely tree-lined street in a prime location of the South End, 21 Holyoke Street is an exquisite gem in Boston.  Just minutes away from the Prudential & Copley Place, this Victorian home has 5 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms, a family room, and an epicurean open kitchen with center island and a six burner gas cooktop. It’s master suite is a massive bedroom with a dressing area and adjacent study.  The home also includes an amazing roofdeck with breathtaking Boston city views, making it a great location to entertain or relax during the warm summer months.

At $3.9 million, the 21 Holyoke Street home is a must see for anyone interested in luxury real estate in the Boston area.

For more information about this spectacular home in the South End, please contact Shelagh Brennan at (617) 896-5002 and schedule a showing today!

What Color Paint Will Help Your Property Sell?

Thursday, March 8th, 2012

According to a color expert at the Paint Quality Institute, “color psychology” can help you choose paint colors that set the right mood for a room.  Here is what the experts say about the mood that each color creates:

 

 

Blue slows the heart rate and lowers body temperature.  Ideal for: Bedrooms, but not dining rooms.

   

 

Orange is another happy color, but is more attention-getting.  Ideal for: Accents and living rooms.

 

 

Green has a calming effect, and is the color of many fruits and vegetables.  Ideal for: Bedrooms and dining rooms.

   

 

Purple is proven to stimulate brain activity.  Ideal for: Bedrooms and studies.

 

 

Red radiates energy and excitement.  Ideal for: Dining rooms and adult bedrooms, but not children’s rooms.

   

 

Black imparts elegance, sophistication and formality.  Ideal for: Accents.

 

 

Yellow, like sunshine, imparts optimism and happiness.  Ideal for: Master bathrooms, dinettes and living rooms.

   

 

White conveys peace, simplicity and spaciousness.  Ideal for: Small rooms and as a contrast to accent walls.

Paint is just one of many details that need to be considered to get your property sold.  Buyers are meticulous, so these details are important.  Let our experts show you how to maximize your property’s potential.

We want to list your property to sell!

For more information or a free consultation, contact Eric Shabshelowitz at 617-894-2138 or eric@cabotandcompany.com.

 

 

 

PRICE REDUCTION! $3,995,000 ELEGANT ATELIER #505

Friday, March 2nd, 2012
Wide-open space master bedroom suite in Back Bay luxury condo

505 Tremont 402-03 spacious master bedroom suite

The elegance and beauty of 505 Tremont St, #402-03 is a sight to behold. The luxury Boston condo located in the premier Atelier 505 building features 3 bedrooms, a media-room/library, 3 ½ bathrooms, and a terrace with an epic city view. The luxury condo also has a huge living room that leads out to the terrace, and an expansive kitchen with a long breakfast bar, including state-of-the-art appliances from Gaggenau, Miele and SubZero. The luxury condo has a walk-in pantry great for storing all your kitchen necessities and it has a laundry room. The master suite is massive with a brilliant view of Back Bay. Included in the master suite is a private terrace, sybaritic spa bath, and walk-in closet. The luxury home also has two amazing guest bedrooms, central stereo and surround sound system great for entertainment and entertaining. And for those who like to stay mobile, 3 car garage parking.

The Boston luxury condo has it all! If you are interested in living at 505 Tremont Street, please Contact Rene Rodriguez at 617-896-5006 today! Our expert and knowledgeable real estate agents would be glad to help you.

Elegant luxury living room in the Back Bay luxury condo

The luxurious living area with beautiful city view at 505 Alterier 402-03

Cabot and Company Parking For Sale!

Tuesday, January 17th, 2012

BOSTON MAGAZINE                 JANUARY 2012
Living Large

Rachel Slade’s off-kilter take on Hub dwellings.

By Rachel Slade

Parking spots for sale in the Back Bay.Pahk the Cah – For $350K
Life just keeps getting tougher for Back Bay die-hards, as ex-suburbanites pour into the city with their pedigreed dogs and black BMW’s. So when circling the block for three hours after a hard day’s work loses its charm, it’s time to invest in some asphalt. But with only a handful of parking spots listed on the MLS, the Back Bay’s alleys are precious property, indeed. Case in point: Though a two-vehicle tandem space between Commonwealth Avenue and Newbury Street is exposed to all the elements – snow (BYO shovel), inebriated students – it costs about $1,000 a square foot, making it some of the priciest pavement in the world. Get a Zipcar account, you say?
That’s part of the problem–the car-sharing powerhouse has already gobbled up 107 spots around the neighborhood. Where’s teleportation when you need it?
Address: 132 Commonwealth Avenue, #5/6 Listing Price: $350,000, Listing Agent: Shelagh Brennan, Cabot and Company, 617-896-5002, cabotandcompany.com, Stats: One big, expensive slab of pavement in the Back Bay.

2012: The Year for Work and Relocating in Boston

Wednesday, January 11th, 2012

Welcome to BostonJanuary 2012
Happy New Year!

Congratulations, you have been hired! According to a recent article on Forbes.com, Boston tied for 13th of cities to be hiring this year. Overall, there is an 11% net hiring expectancy in the U.S.

What does this mean to you as a new hire and possible relocater to Boston? Consider that rental prices in Boston are already high and availability extremely low. This is before this job growth news!

5 Tips from Cabot and Company Real Estate

1. Find a reputable real estate agency. Our agents at Cabot and Company in Boston’s Back Bay are experienced professionals. Visit www.cabotandcompany.com or call 617-262-6200.

2. Begin your search as early as possible. As soon as you get the employment green light, preferably 60-90 days in advance, reach out and start your search.

3. Identify the key neighborhoods you will live in. Keep transportation and proximity to work in mind.

4. Make some transportation decisions. Boston has a great public transit system. The city has recently added many bicycle lanes. Boston is a walking city and there are many very accessible short term car rental options.

5. Organize paperwork and funds in advance of finding an apartment so you can act quickly when you see a good option. Once again, the seasoned agents at Cabot and Company real estate can assist you in your search.

Congratulations!

Open House this Sunday! $100K Price Redux!

Wednesday, January 4th, 2012

Don’t miss out on the chance of a lifetime! This Sunday we are having an open house for an amazing condo at 337 Commonwealth Ave that is a spacious two bed, two bath penthouse.  With a $100K price reduction and listing at $929,000, this sunnyside Comm Ave home is a must see!  The elegant home boasts breath-taking views of the Back Bay skyline, features high ceilings, skylights and original detail.

The event will be held at 337 Commonwealth Ave, Boston, MA in the Back Bay for the newly $100K price reduxed home, Unit 40, and kicks off this Sunday,  Jan. 8, from 12-1pm.

For more information about this property or interested in learning more about available Back Bay homes, please contact the Cabot & Company offices, today!

Commercial Update – Boston Retail Market Report: Q3 2011

Monday, December 12th, 2011

By Eric Shabshelowitz

Rent Rates for Boston Retail Space

Rental rates in the Boston retail market are slightly lower than last quarter (down 0.2%) and essentially flat from one year ago (down 0.07%).  In the Back Bay, quoted retail rent rates for the third quarter averaged $60.87 per square foot; in the South End, $31.22 per square foot; and the Financial District, $35.00 per square foot.


Largest Lease Signings in Greater Boston

The largest lease signings of 2011 include a 60,000 square foot lease by Stop & Shop at Atlantic Plaza (Reading, MA), a 45,000 square foot lease by Whole Food Market in Lynnfield, MA, and most recently, a 43,998 square foot lease by Restoration Hardware in Boston’s Back Bay.  Restoration Hardware will be moving into the former Louis Boston building.

 

Improvement in the Market

While rent rates are down, the Boston retail market showed improvement in the third quarter.  The vacancy rate is down to 4.6% for the Boston market.  In the Back Bay, which includes premier shopping destination Newbury Street, vacancy is down to 3.6%.

With the improvement of the market, now is a wise time to invest in retail properties.  Single-tenant, triple-net leases, for instance, are becoming increasingly popular as investment opportunities; particularly with the recent ups-and-downs of the stock market.

Call Eric Shabshelowitz at 617-896-5010 or email him at eric@cabotandcompany.com to learn more about retail leasing and sales opportunities throughout the Greater Boston area.

 

Back Bay Penthouse OPEN HOUSE THIS WEEKEND

Friday, November 4th, 2011

Tour this Back Bay Penthouse on Commonwealth Avenue this Sunday, November 6th from 12pm-1pm!

337 Commonwealth Ave Penthouse Living Room

Open Concept Living & Entertaining

337 Commonwealth Avenue is an elegant and spacious two bedroom, two bathroom penthouse in Back Bay.

This home features open concept living and entertaining area, and a dazzling private roofdeck!

The home had high ceilings, skylights, and beautifully maintained original detail, central air conditioning, and in-unit laundry.

There is a custom-built work station and study area, and an oversize master bedroom en suite.  The kitchen has a soapstone island, wine fridge, and stainless steel appliances. Parking is available, too!

This Boston luxury penthouse has it all!  If you are interested in viewing this back Bay penthouse for sale, please Contact Rene Rodriguez at 617-896-5006 today!

REMINDER:  If you’re coming to the Open House on Sunday, don’t forget to set your clock back an hour for Daylight Savings Time this Sunday!

337 Commonwealth Ave Penthouse Master Bedroom

Master Bedroom en Suite

337 Commonwealth Ave Penthouse Views and Deck

Views and Deck

337 Commonwealth Ave Penthouse Kitchen

Kitchen with Island

337 Commonwealth Ave second bedroom

Second Bedroom

 

GREAT PRICE ON THIS LOWER MARLBOROUGH 2 BEDROOM!

Friday, October 28th, 2011

Gorgeous Back Bay Townhouse-Style Condo for Sale

Come see it for yourself during our next Open House on Sunday, October 30th from 12pm-1pm.

106 Marlboro Street is a charming historic building originally built in 1890, and completely renovated in 1984, located in the prestigious Back Bay neighborhood of Boston.  106 Marlboro Street Unit #6 is a meticulously maintained two-bedroom, 1-bathroom condo currently for sale in this unique building.106 Marlboro St Boston MA | Back Bay Condo for sale

The living room features hardwood floors, high ceilings, and large windows with wide windowsills and views of the neighborhood. The primary features of the room, however, are the large black marble fireplace surrounded by gorgeous built-in shelving and cabinetry.  The detailed crown moldings, wainscoting, and case moldings in this Back Bay condo add warmth and character to the room as well.  The setting is perfect for hosting social gatherings, or enjoying a quiet night of sitting by the fireplace.

The kitchen has been completely updated with new cabinets, stainless steel stove, modern appliances, recessed lighting and more.

Please contact Shelagh Brennan at 617-896-5002 to schedule a viewing or learn more about this exquisite 2-Bedroom Back Bay Condo for Sale!

Click here to view the full property listing and more photos.

Featured Back Bay Penthouse for Sale – 337 Commonwealth Avenue

Monday, October 10th, 2011
337 Commonwealth Ave Penthouse Views and Deck

Back Bay Skyline Views

If you’ve dreamed of living in a Back Bay penthouse with great views of the Back Bay skyline, this luxury home recently listed for sale on Commonwealth Avenue may be just what you were looking for!

337 Commonwealth Avenue is an airy and spacious two bedroom, two bathroom penthouse in Back Bay; located on one of the most desirable areas of Boston with postcard views of the Back Bay skyline.

This elegant home features high ceilings, skylights, and beautifully maintained original detail. Open concept living and entertaining area.  The kitchen has a soapstone island, wine fridge, and stainless steel appliances.

There is an oversize master bedroom en suite. Many improvements including full stair access to dazzling private roofdeck, central air conditioning, and custom built work-station and study area.  There is also laundry in-unit and parking, too!

This Boston luxury penthouse has it all!  If you are interested in viewing this back Bay home for sale, please Contact Rene Rodriguez at 617-896-5006 today!

337 Commonwealth Ave Penthouse Kitchen

Kitchen with Island

337 Commonwealth Ave Penthouse Living Room

Open Concept Living & Entertaining

337 Commonwealth Ave Penthouse Master Bedroom

Master Bedroom en Suite