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.

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

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

By Rachel Slade

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.

January 2012

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!

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!

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.

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

If you are interested in 6 Whittier Pl, #8D Condo in Boston’s West End neighborhood and would like more information, please contact Josh Medeiros at 617-896-5005 today!

Back Bay One located in key Boston area with tons of amenities

One Back Bay Luxury Building is the most ideal residence when it comes to Boston city living. Located at 135 Clarendon Street, it’s only two blocks away from the world-famous Newbury Street, a few MBTA stops to the Boston Common or in the other direction, Feneway Park, and it’s in walking distance from the beautiful Copley Square.

The One Back Bay Luxury Building features tons of amenities. It has a Terrace with BBQ grill, a state-of-the-art fitness center, on-site gourmet market, children’s interactive play and party room, 24-hour concierge and doorman service, and much, much, more.

Designer, A.M. Stern, masterfully crafted the building down to the last detail. With an eye for perfection, his level of excellence is breathtaking. The interiors feature select hardwood oak floors, Botticino Marble in the bathrooms, and top-of-the-line kitchen appliances.

To find out more about One Back Bay Luxury Building, contact us today! Our expert real estate agents are happy to help you with any questions or information.

The mansion's extravagant courtyard

Cabot & Company will host a brokers’ open house on Thursday September 15^th from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm. at 410 Beacon Street.   This event is co-sponsored by First Republic Bank and they have an amazing menu being prepared by their fine caterer.  Enjoy the way “life should be” for two hours in a classic waterside Beacon Street townhouse with a quartet from the New England Conservatory playing cool jazz in the private inner courtyard.  Explore the entire mansion while savoring, among other farm-fresh items, pumpkin ravioli and dessert shooters!  Sip some wine and share this extraordinary broker’s open house in the company of your colleagues in a magnificent setting.  You may even help us sell it!

For more information please contact one of our very knowledgeable real estate agents, today!

Located on the sunny-side of Beacon Street, sunlight pours through the large bay windows in the living room.  The kitchen, which is renovated with granite counters and stainless appliances, features a breakfast bar and an open layout that is great for entertaining.  The bedroom is generously sized and has ample closet space.  Currently leased through June 1, 2012

To schedule a showing or get some additional information, call Josh Medeiros at 617-896-5005 or email him at josh@cabotandcompany.com.

$459,000

649 SF

Taxes (est. 2012): $5,147

Condo Fee: $329

The economy is tough these days. Maybe it’s time to start thinking about owning, instead of renting.

Despite the current state of the economy, Boston is experiencing record high rents.  The Boston Globe recently reported that apartment vacancy in the Back Bay and Beacon Hill is down to 1.2 percent.  According to that same report, the median price for rent in Boston hit $1,665 a month, and a two-bedroom apartment in the Back Bay is averaging $2,658 a month.  From our perspective, those numbers even seem to be understated (we have not seen many two-bedroom apartments in that price range this year).

We are frequently asked why rents are so high and availability is so low.  Based on our observations and the reports we’ve seen, there are a few main reasons.  First, many would-be first-time homebuyers are not buying.  They are continuing to rent due to concerns that home prices are still on the decline, there is uncertainty in the economy, etc.  Second, though while not as prevalent in Boston as other areas, foreclosures have thrust former homeowners into renting.  Finally, the population seems to be growing.

What does this all mean?  Well, it’s a good time to be a landlord, for one.  And if you’re not one now, it’s a great time to explore investment opportunities in residential property in Boston.  It also means that it’s time to start thinking about owning, instead of renting.

If you are interested in discussing Boston real estate investment opportunities, call Eric Shabshelowitz at 617-896-5010 or email him at eric@cabotandcompany.com.

If you are currently renting but want to explore the possibility of buying, call Josh Medeiros at 617-896-5005 or email him at josh@cabotandcompany.com.