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Posted on 05/04/2025
When should you consider declining a home purchase offer?
Embarking on the home selling journey is a huge...
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Posted on 04/27/2025
Home decor: A beginners guide to traditional interior designs
Ready to start decorating your space? Traditional...
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Posted on 04/20/2025
Here Are 3 Things to Consider Before Buying a Fixer-Upper
If you have a tight budget and love DIY, buying a fixer-upper might seem like a straightforward decision. Fixer-uppers are homes that need repairs and updates rather than being “move-in ready,” and can be affordable options in any kind of market. However, fixer-uppers require significant money, effort and careful planning. If you’re trying to determine whether a fixer-upper...
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Posted on 04/13/2025
Deck & patio upgrade ideas
When it’s time to upgrade your outdoor living space, your...
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Posted on 05/09/2025
Another Property Sold - 38 Park St, Medford, MA 02155
Steeped in history & charm, this distinctive 3-family home (circa 1832) offers 2,602 sq. ft. of living space on an expansive 8,559 sq. ft. lot. The unique layout includes a spacious 3-bed, 1.5-bath, two-level apartment with a sunroom, living room, and a rare Colonial-era beehive oven fireplace, plus two 1-bed, 1-bath units, each with fireplaced living rooms. Period details shine throughout with exquisite millwork, wide plank wood flooring, chair rails, and custom built-ins. The beautifully landscaped yard boasts a majestic old-growth tree, a private paver patio, and a newly installed picket fence. Additional highlights include a 2-car...
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Posted on 05/09/2025
37 Oakley Rd, Belmont, MA 02478 is now new to the market!
Welcome to this timeless Colonial in Belmont’s coveted Benton Estates neighborhood! This spacious 10-room, 4-bed, 2.5-bath home offers the perfect blend of classic charm and modern updates. The sun-splashed chef’s kitchen features a Wolf range, skylights, granite counters, and Fisher Paykel dishwashers. Enjoy elegant period details like crown molding, custom millwork, and French doors that invite abundant natural light. The living room with fireplace, formal dining room, and sunroom/home office offer flexible spaces for entertaining or working from home. Gleaming oak floors throughout. Upstairs, find spacious bedrooms, tons of closet space,...
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Posted on 05/09/2025
145 Church Street 1, Watertown, MA 02472 now has a new price of $1,179,000!
Price Improvement! Totally & expertly renovated by master builder, this stunning 2-level condo in the sought-after Victory Field area offers over 2,400 sq. ft. of luxury living. Featuring 8 rooms, 3 bedrooms, and 3.5 baths, the open floor plan boasts 7" white oak plank floors, exquisite millwork, recessed lighting, and ample closet space. The first floor impresses w/ a coffered ceiling living room, an elegant fireplace, formal dining room w/ matching coffered ceilings. The designer kitchen shines w/ white cabinetry, quartz counters, stainless steel appliances, and a peninsula for casual dining. The primary bedroom has a double closet and...
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Posted on 05/03/2025
496 Beech St, Boston, MA 02131 is now new to the market!
Charming Victorian-era Colonial in sought-after Metropolitan Hill, beautifully updated for modern living! This light-filled 8-room, 4-bed, 1.5-bath home features a chef’s kitchen (2020) with granite counters, white cabinetry, SS appliances, breakfast bar & pantry. Enjoy the formal dining room with built-in hutch, inviting living room, updated half bath (2020), and a 3-season sunroom (2020). Upstairs offers 3 bedrooms & stylish full bath. The 3rd floor boasts vaulted ceilings—perfect for a 4th bedroom or home office. Major updates: roof & windows (2015), HardiPlank siding (2020), 14 solar panels (2014), gas furnace (2017), hot...
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Posted on 04/25/2025
145 Church Street 1, Watertown, MA 02472 now has a new price of $1,245,000!
Price Improvement! Totally & expertly renovated by master builder, this stunning 2-level condo in the sought-after Victory Field area offers over 2,400 sq. ft. of luxury living. Featuring 8 rooms, 3 bedrooms, and 3.5 baths, the open floor plan boasts 7" white oak plank floors, exquisite millwork, recessed lighting, and ample closet space. The first floor impresses w/ a coffered ceiling living room, an elegant fireplace, formal dining room w/ matching coffered ceilings. The designer kitchen shines w/ white cabinetry, quartz counters, stainless steel appliances, and a peninsula for casual dining. The primary bedroom has a double closet and...
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Posted on 04/25/2025
100 Lexington St C1, Belmont, MA 02478 is now new to the market!
Don't miss your chance to live in a highly desirable unit at "The Belmont". This Rarely available 2 bed, 2 bath end/corner unit has 1 deeded garage parking space on the 1st level and is ideally located on the 4th floor of elevated building offering great privacy & light. The spacious living and dining rooms feature Oak HW floors, closet/storage space and glass sliding door leading to your private & serene 12x5 balcony. Offering a comfortable king-sized main bedroom boasting multiple closets and a full bath, plus another full hallway bath and 2nd large bedroom. Imagine summer days spent at the well-maintained in-ground association...
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Posted on 04/11/2025
19 Court St 19, Medford, MA 02155 is now new to the market!
Sun-drenched and spacious, this 2005 Colonial townhome, attached only by the garage wall, offers privacy and modern living in a desirable location. Situated on the rear of a beautifully landscaped 10,770 sq ft lot, this 2,050 sq ft home boasts 8 rooms, 3 bdrms, and 2.5 baths. The first floor features an open flr plan with high ceilings, an eat-in chef's kitchen with oak cabinets, granite counters, SS appliances, and a peninsula eating bar. Enjoy formal dining with a tray ceiling, plus a convenient 1/2 bath w/ full-size washer & dryer. The second floor offers a primary bdrm with a walk-in closet and en suite bath, two additional bdrms w/...
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Posted on 04/11/2025
61 Chester Rd 61, Belmont, MA 02478 is now new to the market!
Get ready to fall in love with this spacious & sun-filled 3+ bedroom, 2 bath condo offering 1,750 sq. ft. of beautifully maintained living space in the heart of Cushing Square! This charming home blends classic character with modern updates; featuring a gas fireplaced living room with beamed ceilings, formal dining room with crown molding, and a granite/stainless eat-in kitchen with gas cooking and pantry. Flexible layout includes a home office or 4th bedroom, plus a cozy 3rd floor family room. Enjoy oak & pine hardwood floors, a lovely front screened-in porch, and a private rear deck tucked away in the trees. Updated 2-zone gas...
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