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2 Rentals in the South End. Both $1850.
24 Welington St. 1 Bedroom
Available Now. laundry in building, utilities extra.
176 West Springfield 1 Bedroom.
Available October 1. Central Air. utilities not included.
What You get for 1.2 Million in Provincetown
46 Shank Painter Road
Recently I made a day trip to got to Provincetown. My friend/mentor/former manager Jon Goode called me up and asked if I would consider coming out to the Cape and take some pictures of his new listing he had on Shank Painter Road. It, was a no-brainer as well as a new adventure since I usually take photos in the Boston area. I took the ferry on a foggy day and made my trek out to see some new homes and photograph something different that doesn’t exist in the downtown Boston area.
In Boston, 1.2 Million can get you a really nice lower Duplex in the South End or about 1100-1500sf in the Back Bay, but in Provincetown, it gets you your very own oasis on conservation land surrounded by birds and nature. I don’t know P-town well, but Shank Painter Rd. seems to be a main street and you would never know this amazing land sits right behind this home.
The weather that day was pretty bad, but the skies cleared up for about 15 min and I was lucky to snap a few good ones. I had a great time going here and can’t wait to go back and see some more homes. Below are the pics of the property and you can see the formal listing here.
Be sure to check out my friend Jon Goode’s Blog here. He also writes about Boston real estate and the Cape.
View from the Ritz in Boston
Ever wonder what the views are from the Ritz? There are several different views depending in which tower you are in. 1 and 2 Avery are the buildings that have the views, 3 Avery just doesn’t go high enough (just 9 floors). If you get high enough, there are amazing views of the Commons, the Charles, the financial district and Boston Harbor. In my experience, views don’t really get good till the 18th floor because thats when you start to clear the other buildings, but you still end up having more views of rooftops than the city unless you go above 20 floors. I was recently in a unit on the 28th floor and snapped this shot. Views of Back Bay, the Charles, the Common’s are just amazing. This was right after a good storm front came through. Check it out.
Perfect Furnished 1 Bed on Harvard St. In Charlestown.
Harvard Street $2650 October 1 (Fully Furnished)
This has an amazing roof deck with unobstructed views of the city and the Zakim Bridge. Check out the pics.
830 sf.
Large Inexpensive 1 Bed in the South End. $1850. October 1
Large 1 Bed on the corner of Tremont St and West Springfield. This is a renovated apartment with hardwood floors and updated kitchen. Central Air and only 2 apartments above a commercial dental office. Tons of light and several windows.
Golf Course For Sale In Leominster Massachusetts
Looking to Buy A Golf Course in MA?
$7,500,000
Recently I went out to take photos for my company to shoot the Grand View Country Club which just went on the market for sale. I’m not too familiar with the golf market, but I doubt these type of opportunities come up that often. Here is the listing description:
“Grand View Country Club is a beautiful 9-Hole public golf course only a short 45 miles from Boston. The property boasts a massive clubhouse containing 2 large banquet halls, restaurant, and maintenance facility. The property sits on over 190 acres of well-kept land with sprawling hilltop views of the surrounding area and Wachusett Mountian. On a clear day you can see the Boston Skyline from the clubhouse. Plenty of land for an 18-hole expansion. The two banquet rooms can accommodate parties of well over 200and include very unique, hand-carved mahogany furniture fit for any special occasion and a Brazilian cherry wood dance floor. A large hand-laid stone patio and gazebo can serve as the perfect place for wedding ceremonies. The 12,000+/- SF maintenance facility can house all equipment necessary to service the course and includes 24 golf carts.”
If you or anyone you know is looking for a unique opportunity. I can get you more information.
Huge Open Loft For Rent/Sale In The Leather District
Great Loft in the Leather District. It has a really open floor plan is an enormous 1 bed. This was an old converted “fur storage” building and it has so many cool details. the front door is an old vault door and the ceilings are vaulted brick almost throughout.
Available September 1 for $3400
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You Still Should Hire A Photographer For A “Fixer Upper”
Yesterday I drove out to Newton to shoot a house that is a total “fixer upper”. The last renovation looks like it was the 1950’s but still, I needed to show that it has potential and that the “bones”are good. The one thing buyers need to know by the photos, is that the property is worth checking out even though the home is a “gut job” and sold “as is”. Real Estate Agents think hiring a photographer for this type of property is a waste of money, but seriously, it can help!! I looked at MLS and noticed this particular listing has been listed 3 times before by other agents, but nobody took the time to get professional photography.
Here is the Gallery of old photo attempts. Notice the point and shoot grace, low res charm, and unique angles. Yikes!
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Here are the ones I took for the listing. I only took 5 because these were the only rooms that were shot worthy. They aren’t award winning interior shots, nor will they go into my personal portfolio, but I think they make a world of difference.
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Good luck to 310 Highand St. Hope the photo’s help! The market is much stronger than it was last time this listing was for sale and my guess is it sells quickly.
New Rental Listing on Chandler St in the South End
Chandler St. Sept 1st. $1900
Amazing South End location right on Chandler Street. Large livingroom, large bedroom, free laundry in basement and possible additional storage in the basement. . 500 square feet.
Available September 1st.
