Samuels and Associates, the local developers/movie producers who are behind the great success of The Trilogy, another luxury apartment building in the Fenway, have just released availability and pricing for their new luxury apartment high rise called the 1330 Boylston!  This amazing new construction building will be home to luxury apartments which will feature:

• Granite Counters
• Stainless Steel Appliances
• In-unit Washer/Dryer
• Hardwood Floors
• Skyline views from some units
• Walk-in Closets
• Concierge
• Rooftop Deck
• Club Room
• Private Balconies from some units
• PET FRIENDLY!!

Pricing starts at:

• 1 Bed/ 1 Bath from $2574
• 1 Bed/ 1 Bath/ Study from $2595
• 1 Bed/ 1.5 Bath from $2750
• 1 Bed/ 1.5 Bath/ Study from $2800
• 2 Bed/ 1.5 Bath from $3300
• 2 Bed/ 2 Bath from $3550
• 2 Bed/ 2 Bath/ Study from $3620
• 3 Bed/ 3 Bath from $7500 

To setup a showing call or email a Warren Residential Group rental agent today at 617-848-9616 ext. 2 or rentals@warrenre.com to setup a no obligation showing today.  And again, there is no broker’s fee!

New legislation put forth by U.S. Rep. Ed Perlmutter could result in lower-interest loans for people who purchase “Green” or energy-efficient homes or people who retrofit existing residences with ”green” features.

Seems like a great idea right?  It still needs some working out though.  Some home builders argue that it would result in increased construction costs and Fannie May is worried that it would be required to have certain percentages of “green” mortgage by benchmark dates.

I think this is new legislation could definitely be a step in the right direction.  Green building should be a high priority but we need to find a way to make it affordable.  I have to really give a hand to the Pappas family who developed the Macallen building in South Boston, it’s first green building.  Even with construction costs being significantly higher to build this way, they felt it important to be pioneering.

What are your thoughts?

Source: Realtor.com

Since last years collapse of the sub-prime market, luxury builders have been getting requests for smaller floorplans.  People are trending away from large great rooms and moving towards more specialized rooms such as media centers and home offices says a spokesman for luxury specialist Pulte Homes.

Even furniture makers are following the trend and its paying dividends.  “Apartment sized” furniture has been estimated to increased demand by 30% since last year. 

I believe this can only help the condo market.  Many people are looking for a somewhat maintanence free livestyle and the smaller living spaces of condos provide that.  Plus, many of the full-service luxury buildings such as the Ritz Carlton, One Charles, The Clarendon Back Bay, and the Waterworks all have common areas which many residents use as extensions of their homes.

One of the most exciting projects in recent memory has officially hit the market with listings on Boston’s MLS.  The Clarendon Back Bay is a luxury high rise in Boston’s Back at the corner of Clarendon and Stuart St. near the John Hancock tower.  This building will feature both luxury condos for sale and apartments for rent.  The homes will feature expansive windows with views of the Charles River, South End, Back Bay and Boston Skyline.  The finishes will be second to none as well.  Check out the Warren Residential Group website’s luxury building page and click on The Clarendon Back Bay for more pictures and current listings! 

Feel free to browse some of the other buildings like the Ritz Carlton, Heritage on the Garden, Zero Marlborough, 360 Newbury, and more while you are there!

We are proud to announce a new rental listing at The Folio in Boston’s Financial District. This beautiful luxury apartment has all the amenities one could ask for. The building features an design award winning lobby with a welcoming 24/7 concierge who is there to help with things such as packages, dry cleaning, reservations, and guests. From there you take the high speed elevators up to the 7th floor and head to the corner apartment.

Upon walking in you immediately notice an open kitchen layout which features absolute black granite, stainless steel appliances, gas cooking, and tons of cabinet space; perfect for the at-home-chef! Off of the kitchen you find a laundry closet with a full-size stackable washer/dryer. The living space is well laid out with large windows bringing in lots of natural sunlight. The entire unit is wired for cable and high speed internet as well.

The first bedroom has a large closet and large windows and would make a perfect guest bedroom or home office. There is also a full bathroom in the hallway leading to the master suite. Once inside the master suite you find a beautiful 5-piece master bathroom featuring a glass standup shower, soaking tub, and double vanity! The master bedroom has a wonderfully deep closet and beautiful corner exposure.

The Facts:

• 2 Bedrooms
• 2 Full Bathrooms
• 1220 square feet
• Washer/Dryer in Unit
• Concierge
• Available June 1st
• Valet Parking Space INCLUDED!
• Asking $4000/month

Call a Warren Residential Group agent today for more information at 617-848-9616 ext. 2 or email us at rentals@warrenre.com!