Jim & Mike Savas Team Blog

Posted on 06/12/2022

Here's What Sellers Need to Know About Closing Costs

In a home purchase, both the buyer and seller need to pay closing costs. These costs are made up of several individual expenses from different sources and the list can look staggering at first glance. While the buyer typically has the longest list of fees to pay, sellers are still responsible for part of the bill. Here we’ll...

Closing Costs

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Posted on 06/05/2022

6 Simple DIY Repairs

Knowing how to do some home repairs can help you save money and time. Instead of having to wait for professional repairs to be done, you can tackle these on your own. While it's best to leave major repairs to professionals, consider trying the following simple DIY repairs. Torn Screens When your window screens have tears or rips,...

Posted on 05/29/2022

How to decorate using contemporary interior design

While many think of "modern" interiors as cold and uncomfortable, contemporary design style provides a more comfortable version of the modern aesthetic. Contemporary design is an excellent place to begin if you're interested in finding inspiration for minimalist but welcoming décor. To use this design style in your own home, here are some ideas to help: Contemporary colors...

Contemporary

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Posted on 06/17/2022

Video Tour - 1177 Commonwealth Avenue 9, Boston, MA 02134

This Sun splashed Top floor unit is located in Packard Corner, one of Allston Village’s most sought after locations! An ideal opportunity for the owner occupant, investor, or the perfect “Kiddie Condo” given its location near several top internationally recognized universities. Featuring 4 Rooms, 2 Large Bedrooms, 1 full bath, soaring 9.5 ft ceilings & maple hardwood floors. The kitchen has oak cabinets, Gas cooking & space for a table by the window. The ample living room features a ceiling fan and lots of space to customize for your needs. A gracious entry foyer features a large walk-in closet. Professionally managed association...

Posted on 06/17/2022

1177 Commonwealth Avenue 9, Boston, MA 02134 is now new to the market!

This Sun splashed Top floor unit is located in Packard Corner, one of Allston Village’s most sought after locations! An ideal opportunity for the owner occupant, investor, or the perfect “Kiddie Condo” given its location near several top internationally recognized universities. Featuring 4 Rooms, 2 Large Bedrooms, 1 full bath, soaring 9.5 ft ceilings & maple hardwood floors. The kitchen has oak cabinets, Gas cooking & space for a table by the window. The ample living room features a ceiling fan and lots of space to customize for your needs. A gracious entry foyer features a large walk-in closet. Professionally managed association...

Posted on 06/16/2022

Another Property Sold - 140-140a Summer Street, Somerville, MA 02143

Spacious Early Century 5-8 room 2-5 bedroom 2 Family nestled between Union, Porter and Harvard Squares, Near Vibrant Bow Market.! This sun drenched, well maintained home has lots of old world charm & character including fireplaces, crown moldings, hardwood floors, natural woodwork. Large Semi-modern eat in kitchens, ceramic tile baths with tub & shower. Enormous 3rd floor with cathedral ceiling bedroom & 2 additional good sized bedrooms with potential space to add another full bath. Utilities are gas heat & gas hot water. 3 car off street parking in the driveway. Front & back porches with some nice yard space. Walk score...

Posted on 06/09/2022

Video Tour - 95 Payson Rd, Belmont, MA 02478

This Spacious "Miller Style" 2 Family in sought after Payson Park offers a peaceful & serene setting with outstanding views of the Cambridge Reservoir & Seasonal Boston Sky Line views. The 1st floor unit features 6 rooms 2 beds & 1 bath, a living room with fireplace, gumwood trim, beamed ceilings, hardwood floors, formal dining room with french doors leading to a large office sunroom; updated kitchen; semi-modern bath. The 2nd floor unit has the same exact configuration & millwork/detail as the 1st level plus a large walk-up 3rd floor that offers an additional bedroom and a large unfinished attic space with high pitched roof...

Posted on 06/09/2022

95 Payson Rd, Belmont, MA 02478 is now new to the market!

This Spacious "Miller Style" 2 Family in sought after Payson Park offers a peaceful & serene setting with outstanding views of the Cambridge Reservoir & Seasonal Boston Sky Line views. The 1st floor unit features 6 rooms 2 beds & 1 bath, a living room with fireplace, gumwood trim, beamed ceilings, hardwood floors, formal dining room with french doors leading to a large office sunroom; updated kitchen; semi-modern bath. The 2nd floor unit has the same exact configuration & millwork/detail as the 1st level plus a large walk-up 3rd floor that offers an additional bedroom and a large unfinished attic space with high pitched roof...

Posted on 06/09/2022

Video Tour - 29 Williams St, Arlington, MA 02476

Picture-Perfect Cape located in desirable Arlington Heights featuring 7 rooms 3 bedrooms & 1.5 baths. First level of living offers a wood burning fire-placed living room w/ large picture window, a formal dining room that opens to a modern kitchen w/ stainless steel appliances. A Glass door leads to the sunroom/den off the kitchen, full hallway bath with tiled tub & shower & a spacious 1st flr bedroom that’s currently being used as an office. Second floor features an ample primary bedroom w/ tons of closet space, another good-sized bedroom & an updated half bath. Natural woodwork & trim, hardwood floors and or Luxury...

Posted on 06/09/2022

29 Williams St, Arlington, MA 02476 is now new to the market!

Picture-Perfect Cape located in desirable Arlington Heights featuring 7 rooms 3 bedrooms & 1.5 baths. First level of living offers a wood burning fire-placed living room w/ large picture window, a formal dining room that opens to a modern kitchen w/ stainless steel appliances. A Glass door leads to the sunroom/den off the kitchen, full hallway bath with tiled tub & shower & a spacious 1st flr bedroom that’s currently being used as an office. Second floor features an ample primary bedroom w/ tons of closet space, another good-sized bedroom & an updated half bath. Natural woodwork & trim, hardwood floors and or Luxury...

Posted on 06/09/2022

Another Property Sold - 35 Hillside Terrace, Belmont, MA 02478

Rare offering. This stunning 1902 Grand Colonial Revival perfectly sited on a private .4 acre lot with Boston skyline views was completely renovated in 2018 by top design/build firm. Wonderful combination of timeless architectural detail and modern amenities with high end systems. First floor living area with three working fireplaces offers impressive entertaining spaces or room for casual everyday living. Incredible foyer welcomes you. Expansive cook's kitchen features an island and space for large dining table with access to covered porch and views of 2 majestic Chinese Beech trees and gardens. With six bedrooms, 4.5 newly renovated baths,...

Posted on 05/31/2022

Another Property Sold - 136 Chestnut Circle 136, Lincoln, MA 01773

Coveted end unit at Farrar Pond Village. Two-bedroom, two bath one floor unit. Kitchen, dining area and living room with fireplace in an open floor plan with access to a patio that is private with a side fence and row of Arbor Vitae. Designated parking and one-car carport. Stannah Stairlift was installed on staircase to basement in 2019. New front-loading washer and dryer installed in first-floor laundry closet. Installation of Walk-in-tub in the master bedroom in 2018 along with a new Water Heater. Many improvements have been made since the owner purchased the unit in 2015; some of which are located on a separate page! As there are no age...