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A unique home in a prime Watertown location. Large four-level turn of the century, stately home, restored top to bottom, on a beautifully landscaped lot. An unusual stucco version of the Colonial Revival style with a mix of modern, Italianate and Craftsman features with wood details everywhere. Designed by Putnam and Cox architects of Boston; original specs available. Floor to ceiling arched windows/doors in the south-facing solarium open onto a patio and twin staircases leading to a yard enclosed by mature trees. A fireplace with an impressive oak mantle, flanked by oak shelves and drawers, dominates the living room. Rich wood wainscoting...

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Posted on 06/14/2024

Another Property Sold - 39 Cleveland St, Arlington, MA 02474

Rare East Arlington 2-family that's move-in ready - perfect for end users. 2024 renovations include refinished hardwood floors, finished attic with new flooring, numerous electrical upgrades (see attachment), and professionally painted throughout. Replacement windows on every level. 2-car garage with storage level above. Paved driveway features oversized water drainage. (No sump pump or water issues in basement). 39 Cleveland St. is perfectly situated near Mass. Ave. and Capital Sq. A short stroll to the Fox Library, numerous restaurants, the Capitol Movie Theater, and public transportation to Alewife and Harvard Sq. The Minuteman...

Posted on 06/13/2024

34 Foster St, Newton, MA 02460 is now new to the market!

34 Foster St. in Newtonville has all the things you can't change in real estate. Prime location on a tree-lined street, architectural style, period detail, perfect size and layout make this arguably the best value in the city. This Queen Anne Victorian (C'1896) with gambrel roof greets you with mature landscaping and a curved mahogany porch and side entry. The gracious foyer leads to two parlors; one with leaded-glass windows and one with a stunning fireplace and bow front. A large dining room with another fireplace and bow front adjoins the kitchen and two classic pantries. There's a full bath and a rear mudroom/ laundry area that accesses...

Posted on 06/09/2024

Video Tour - 32 Chester St 10, Somerville, MA 02144

Great Opportunity! Bright one bedroom condominium in Prime Davis Square location. This condo, on tree-lined Chester Street on the fringe of Davis Square, is minutes from Harvard, the Davis T Redline, and Porter Square. This top-floor/rear unit is in a brick building and part of a well run, professionally-managed association. This condo is ideal for an investor or savvy end-user who is tired of paying increasing rents. It has been upgraded with hardwood floors and an updated tile bath. The kitchen has white cabinets, granite counters, stainless steel appliances (dishwasher and disposal to be replaced). There is very generous closet space. The...

Posted on 06/09/2024

32 Chester St 10, Somerville, MA 02144 is now new to the market!

Great Opportunity! Bright one bedroom condominium in Prime Davis Square location. This condo, on tree-lined Chester Street on the fringe of Davis Square, is minutes from Harvard, the Davis T Redline, and Porter Square. This top-floor/rear unit is in a brick building and part of a well run, professionally-managed association. This condo is ideal for an investor or savvy end-user who is tired of paying increasing rents. It has been upgraded with hardwood floors and an updated tile bath. The kitchen has white cabinets, granite counters, stainless steel appliances (dishwasher and disposal to be replaced). There is very generous closet space. The...