Phase 1 – One month Net effective Fee

One Bedrooms from $1400

Two Bedrooms from $1737

18 Month lease terms

Includes DIRECTV/internet

Phase 2 – One month Net effective Fee

Studios from $1182

Two Bedrooms from $1675

18 Month lease Term

Utilities are separate throughout the property

Parking is $30 per uncovered space and $50 per covered space

Karmaloop has taken over the 4th and 5th floors of 334 Boylston Street which stretches 15,700 sq. ft.  They said this space “allowed for the preservation of their unique company culture and provided for future expansion.” They will close their office on Tremont Street and move in there this month.  That’s a lot of space for them! I think it means they have some big plans for the future….

  

717 Atlantic Avenue – U:8A

Boston, MA : Leather District 

$699,000

This is a former Cold Storage Building located in the historic Leather District of Boston.  This is a very unique penthouse loft with 1472 sq. ft. of space with 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom.  The best part of this unit besides the towering ceilings and original beams is the huge direct access roofdeck!  Another cool feature is that the door to enter the unit is an old vault/refrigerator door. 

  

343 Commercial Street – U:505-507

Boston, MA : Waterfront 02109

$6,000/month

Amazing loft style 2,463 sq. ft. home at Union Wharf in the North End/Waterfront area.  High ceilings with exposed brick, bamboo floors, 3 bedrooms/media room/den and an office.  Fully equipped with 2 balconies, 2 fireplaces and 2 parking spaces.  The master bedroom and bathroom are stunning, with top of the line luxurious finishes throughout. This is a great price for the amount of space you’re getting on the waterfront!  WILL NOT LAST. Email Epapa27@yahoo.com to set up an appointment. 

Boston redevelopment authority news reports that : Waterside Place has been approved by the BRA Board which will bring a new gorgeous 21-story, 376,300 sq. ft. development with residential, office and retail uses to he city’s Innovation District within the South Boston Waterfront.  It was previously approved in 2007, the developer will now construct the project in phases, beginning with Core Block North, and to build rental apartment units as opposed to condominium units.  The project, as modified, will include approximately 234 rental apartment units, approximately 72,000 sq. ft. of retail space which will include a grocery store and pharmacy and 185 above grade parking spaces and an approximately 14,000 sq. ft. Innovation Center that will provide office/flex/IT rack space for small entrepreneurial and developing companies.

The $132 million phase-one project is expected to create 300 permanent jobs and 800 construction related jobs. The development team plans to begin construction in the second quarter of 2011 with an estimated completion date in approximately the first or second quarter of 2013. The project is located on what is known as the Commonwealth Flats Development Area (CFDA) and is owned by the Massachusetts Port Authority (Massport). Phase one of Waterside Place will replace three-acres of vacant land, further enlivening the South Boston Waterfront by creating new and improved streetscapes and public spaces.

48 Ashworth Avenue – Hampton, New Hampshire

Date: October 28th 2010 – 10AM

24,150 sq. ft. of land improved by a 1 & 2 story building containing 39 motel units and 1 owners/managers apartment.  The 39 units are 200 sq. ft. to 250 sq. ft. each and 14 units have kitchenettes & owners unit is  2 story with 2 bedrooms. bath, a kitchen and living room and the site has an in ground pool. There are 60+ parking spaces and it is a short walk to public beaches.  I think if you could get this at a good price it’d be a great investment.  Hampton Beach is in dire need of a cool, new swanky boutique motel.  The trendiness is lacking out there and this property has some extreme potential. Contact Epapa27@yahoo.com for more information

Term of Sales: A deposit of $25,000 by certified or bank check will be required at the time & place of sale & balance in 30 days.  All other terms announced at sale.

100 Belvidere – U:8H

Boston, MA : Back Bay 02199

$8,500/month

One of Boston’s most luxurious full service buildings! Residents have a library with daily breakfast, a common roof terrace and direct access to The Prudential center mall.  This unit is a front facing 2 bedroom / 2.5 bathroom 1692 sq. ft. pad with wood floors, granite kitchen with gas cooking sub zero appliances.  This unit boasts spectacular views of the Reflecting Pool. One Parking spot is included! Available November 1st! RARELY AVAILABLE. For more information or to set up an appointment please contact Epapa27@yahoo.com.

30 Union Park Street – U:204

Boston, MA : South End 02118

$1,100,000

Super stunning contemporary 2 bedroom + study corner unit in the desirable Penny Saving’s Bank building ,nestled in the South End. 1688 sq. ft. 10′ ceilings, designer kitchen and baths. Abundant storage and closet space and direct access to garage parking. Contact Epapa27@yahoo.com to set up an appointment.

  

Waterfront $1,650,000

3 Battery Wharf – U:3307

Stunning and spacious home of 1638 sq. ft. that features an open living/dining area, 2 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms.  There is a private balcony with floor to ceiling glass windows.  It boasts panoramic views of Boston’s North End, Bunker Hill Monuments and the Inner Boston Harbor.  Battery Wharf provides a full service lifestyle. Amenities available to the residents include : Hotel Services from The Fairmont Battery Wharf Hotel and valet parking.  It was originally listed at $1,775,000 before being sold on August 24th for $1,650,000.  To view other waterfront properties please contact Epapa27@yahoo.com

South End $1,895,000

56 Dwight Street – U:1

Extraordinary 2010 renovation offers rarely available 3 exposures of natural light. 2662 sq. ft. of luxury living positioned prominently in the desirable South End Eight Streets neighborhood, this 3BR + media family room, 3.5 bath w/deck & lovely landscaped garden, commercial quality custom kitchen, designer baths w/radiant heated floors & prof audio system wired throughout. Exceptional architectural elements & fine finish carpentry complete this masterpiece home. It was only on the market for 14 days after being sold for the asking price of $1,895,000. To see comparable South End units please contact Epapa27@yahoo.com

Online shopping has been on the rise for everything.  I mean you can buy anything online and people are doing it.  There is nothing you cannot find online.  People have eliminated the fun of going to a store in person and picking stuff out.  All they do is hop on their laptop and click away.   E-commerce is growing and growing and I don’t see it stopping.  Home Improvement online shopping is an aspect that has quickly grown into a more popular way of finding contractors and ordering supplies.  Here are some tips so that you can avoid the alway common online glitches. 

Finding a contractor online is sometimes difficult, but there are plenty sites specifically devoted to people looking for a good contractor, where they provide consumer ratings.  Therefore you can get a feel for the contractor based on prior customers reviews.  Be cautious with any sites that have anonymous postings and ads that appear in search results that appear to be positive ratings.  NYC, Chicago and LA have a great site called Franklin-Report.com. which has user comments that is similar to Zagat ratings for contractors.  Another option is Angieslist.com which is $5/mo paid by credit card to prevent users from making more than one account.  Once you find a contractor you are thinking about moving forward with, do yourself a favor and do a background check on them.  Get a report about a contractors licensing, bonding, insurance, bankruptcy, civil judgements, criminal background, liens and credit rating.  All of that information for only $13 at contractorcheck.com. 

Ordering supplies is the next step and some of the big time players like HomeDepot.com and Lowes.com have more of a selection with better prices and discounts.  Just keep in mind that if something goes sour, those savings could turn into cost overruns.  As with any online purchase, you run the risk of shipping damage or late deliveries, which can derail a project with multiple tradesmen working around one another’s schedules.  So be sure to work with your contractor before ordering supplies online. Make sure if gives you the green light and provides technical specs.  I’m still all about referrals for contractors and going to a local store to pick out my supplies.  Can be done quicker and easier to match items and personally I hate dealing with call centers. But if you have the patience and skill for online Home Improvement shopping just be cautious!