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The past week saw seven (7) South End Condos sell. Here are the details:
Lowest Price: $183,687
Median Price: $685,000
Highest Price: $1,065,000
Average Price: $687,812
Average Days on Market (DOM): 138
Sales Price / Listing Price Ratio: 99%
Start Date: 03/11/2007
End Date: 03/17/2007
West Canton Street in Boston’s South End is a quiet tree-lined street that has seen a lot of renovation investment over the past few years, and sits at the South End’s entrance to Boston’s Back Bay.
At any one time, the four blocks of West Canton Street that run from Tremont Street on the south, and the Northwest Corridor on the north, have several condos for sale – be that a renovated townhome, an exquisite duplex, or a penthouse floor-though with gorgeous views of the city.
Condos on West Canton give you the neighborhood feel that makes you feel “at home”, while being right on the city’s doorstep in proximity to “big city” life - Boston West Canton Condos.
If you're looking to sleep on a bed of money, then the Penny Savings Bank Condos (Penny Place Condominiums) in Boston's South End may hit the spot.
Back in March 2005, the Boston Redevelopment Authority gave the go-ahead to redevelop Boston's Penny Savings Bank in the South End into 23 condominiums, 9,000 square feet of retail space, and a 25car underground garage.
Construction on the Penny Savings Bank complex is nearing completion for the expected May 2007 completion, and Washington Street in the South End is continuing to see positive redevelopment in an area that needs it.
For more information on the this Boston condo development you can navigate to our details page: Boston Penny Savings Bank Condos.
Given that Boston has more millionaires than New York, a developer saw that fact and has built The Meads of Commonwealth Condos, residences that cater to the most demanding buyer.
All 13 of the Meads of Commonwealth Condos are unique in shape and size, but elite craftsmanship and fine finishings were not spared. The Penthouse is truly one of a kind, and the Meads will serve to not only provide an exquisite home to buyers who can afford to purchase a residence, but also to better Boston's Back Bay.
The Meads are currently available for purchase and start at $1.8 million for a 7 room, 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath Brownstone.
Real Estate Investing gives you the opportunity to turn $200,000 into $2,000,000 - check out this new real estate investing article that details out the numbers, the process, and the methods to make money using real estate investing as your vehicle.
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Recently, the South of Washington (SOWA) area of Boston’s South End has seen two new condo developments hit the market, ArtBlock Harrison, and the Penmark Condos. Both are pushing the edge in an area of town that needs revitalization.
The Penmark Condos offer one and two bedroom floor plans, with high-end finishings, as well as a garage parking space with each unit. Most of the windows in the building are towering, and provide good views of the city.
Visit Boston Condo Guy to see more pictures of the Boston Penmark Condos, as well as many other new developments across the city – you can search using unique Google Maps technology too!
Have you ever seen photos of an aircraft breaking the sound barrier? It is a strange phenomenon, and interesting how it clings to the aircraft until you can increase your speed to go through that zone.
The photo in this post does a good job of showing how the "barrier" flows around the plane. Typically, the nose, or on some fighter jets the engine nacelle, hits the front of the "barrier" and then slowly leaves the aircraft. When this happens, there is a large "boom" known as "breaking the sound barrier," which some of you may have heard.
The Boom occurs because the plane catches up to, and passes, the sound it already has produced. At that point there is a collision between the vibrating air (sound) it has produced and the current sound it is making. Faster than this point, the plane arrives to strike before the warning of its sound does. This phenomenon only happens at the instant an aircraft breaks the sound barrier, and demonstrated in the photo, it literally appears like the aircraft goes through a wall.
Bay State property owners of homes built before 1978 could be subject to increased costs and regulation under new legislation filed on Beacon Hill that seeks to amend the Commonwealth’s lead paint law. Specifically, a measure introduced by state Senator Patricia Jehlen (D-Somerville) seeks to require all persons selling properties constructed on or before January 1, 1978 “to conduct an inspection for dangerous levels of lead at their expense prior to the signing of a purchase and sale agreement.” In addition, the bill seeks to require all landlords to perform inspections of all rental units built prior to January 1, 1978 before any change in tenancy or once in a two-year period, whichever is less.
Currently, Massachusetts law requires that prospective purchasers and tenants of residential property built prior to 1978 be provided with a notification form regarding the presence of lead-based paint in the housing. Furthermore, the law allows prospective buyers 10 days in which to have a lead inspection performed and if lead is discovered, the buyer may withdraw from the sales transaction.
Draft language in the bill also would revise existing law to stipulate that de-lead certificates only be good for two years, whereas today a Letter of Compliance is considered to be valid indefinitely (and a Letter of Interim Control is valid for one year with the ability to renew for a second year), provided the property owner makes reasonable efforts to ensure the home is in good repair, principally by making sure there is no chipping or peeling lead paint. Finally, if passed, the bill would require soil and tap water to be tested as part of any lead inspection.
The proposed legislation will create additional hardship and expense for local property owners who already face some of the toughest public health statutes in the U.S. regarding lead paint law enforcement, according to REALTORS® and officials with the Greater Boston Real Estate Board, who intend to oppose the initiative.
If you have ever been interested in learning about the history of the Back Bay, how it went from being part of the Atlantic Ocean to one of the most prestigious places to call home in Boston, you will want to view the timeline (some pictures included) of Bacy Bay history that was recently posted.
1. Emergency - The Emergency Number worldwide for mobile phones is 112. If you find yourself out of the coverage area of your mobile; network and there is an emergency, dial 112 and the mobile will search any existing network to establish the emergency number for you, and interestingly this number 112 can be dialed even if the keypad is locked.
2. Locked Your Car Keys in the Car - Have you locked your keys in the car? Does your car have remote keyless entry? If you lock your keys in the car and the spare keys are at home, call someone at home on their cell phone from your cell phone. Hold your cell phone about a foot from your car door and have the person at your home press the unlock button, holding it near the mobile phone on their end. Your car will unlock. Saves someone from having to drive your keys to you. Distance is no object. You could be hundreds of miles away, and if you can reach someone who has the other "remote" for your car, you can unlock the doors (or the trunk).
3. Hidden Cell Phone Battery Power - Imagine your cell battery is very low. To activate, press the keys *3370# your cell will restart with this reserve and the instrument will show a 50% increase in battery. This reserve will get charged when you charge your cell next time.
4. Disable a Stolen Cell Phone - To check your Mobile phone's serial number, key in the following digits on your phone: * # 0 6 # A 15 digit code will appear on the screen. This number is unique to your handset. Write it down and keep it somewhere safe. When your phone gets stolen, you can phone your service provider and give them this code. They will then be able to block your handset so even if the thief changes the SIM card, your phone will be totally useless. You probably won't get your phone back, but at least you know that whoever stole it can't use/sell it either. If everybody does this, there would be no point in people stealing mobile phones.
5. Free 411 Assistance - Cell phone companies are charging us $1.00 to $1.75 or more for 411 information calls when they don't have to. Most of us do not carry a telephone directory in our vehicle, which makes this situation even more of a problem. When you need to use the 411 information option, simply dial: (800) FREE 411, or (800) 373-3411 without incurring any charge at all. Program this into your cell phone now.
1. Define your goals, wants, needs and expectations. A good place to begin is by exploring your short and long term goals in life and how selling you home fits in.
2. Determine the best price for what is going on in the market right now. Assess the current state of the market and what comparable homes are actually selling for by reviewing a Comparative Market Analysis (CMA) on your home.
3. Prepare you property so that it is in top-selling condition. Most of us do not keep our homes in top-selling condition. Try and see things from a buyer's point of view. Boston Condo Guy can consult with you on what to repair, replace or remove so that your home makes a great first impression.
4. Implement time-proven, researched-based marketing strategies. Your home must be marketed with a plan that has the highest potential for bringing not only the most buyers, but also the most qualified buyers to your doorstep.
5. Showing your property. Always keep your home in top-selling condition. When you leave for work, make sure that your home remains in top-selling condition. You know what they say about first impressions.
6. Receive an offer. When a buyer decides to buy your home, an offer will be presented. Your realtor can advise you on the offer and whether the buyer is qualified to purchase your home.
7. Negotiate to sell. Most offers require some level of negotiation. Work with your realtor to decide your parameters and have them negotiate on your behalf.
8. Have your home appraised and inspected. We have written previous articles on the idea of getting a home inspection before you sell - it's a wise thing to consider when selling your home.
9. Prepare for closing. Work with your realtor to understand the home selling process.
10. Close! At the closing meeting, ownership of your property is legally transferred to the buyer. Work with your realtor and any appropriate parties (title company, attorney) to understand the process.
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