Boston real estate ranks fourth for international investors

The Boston real estate market was ranked as the fourth best, behind Washington DC, New York and San Francisco in the 18th annual survey by the Association of Foreign Investors in Real Estate. And the market seems to be expecting a boost, as 2/3rds of the respondents said they expected to invest more in the U.S. in 2010 than they did in 2009.

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Boston luxury real estate: Luxury home at the Ritz

This luxury Boston home is located at the Ritz and is a fantastic 3 bedroom, 3 bath, featuring beautiful Brazilian cherry floors, an ideal open living/dining layout that is perfect for entertaining, high ceilings and large windows. The kitchen has granite countertops, integrated Sub-Zero refrigerator and high-end appliances. Amenities include a private deck (500+sf) hotel services, 24 hr concierge, doorman and valet parking. Located near the Sports Club LA, the Commons and theatres.



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Boston South End real estate: Loft-style home for sale

Introducing this loft-style one bedroom, one bath condominium in Gateway Terrace in Boston’s South End. This home is listed for sale and offers a bright open layout, high ceilings and tile floors throughout. The gourmet kitchen boasts granite countertops, breakfast bar and stainless steel Bosch and Fisher & Paykel appliances. The bedroom features a custom built-out closet. Complex offers a large manicured common courtyard and separately deeded garage parking spaces available for $55K. Only steps from SOWA artist studios and nearby restaurants such as Oishii.

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Boston area real estate: Custom home for sale

This custom-built home sits on over 5 acres and is truly one of a kind, boasting a breathtaking indoor pool. The main level features an open floor plan outfitted with marble flooring and 4 bedrooms all with en suite bath. Head to the lower level to enjoy an authentic "nightclub" experience or sit back and relax in your home theater with armchair seating for 12. Other amenities include au pair suite, 4 gas fireplaces, 6 heating and cooling zones, diesel back-up generator and garage parking for 7.



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Boston area real estate: Fabulous waterfront home for sale

This ideal Boston area waterfront single family home with a private sandy beach is located just 30 minutes from Boston and is situated on a 1/2 acre+- lot in desirable Beverly Cove. It offers stunning views from multiple rooms of Misery Island, Marblehead Rock and the open ocean. A well maintained 3-4 bedroom, this shingle-style home features a renovated kitchen and a large deck with sweeping ocean views.

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Charlestown real estate: Waterfront penthouse with views

This spacious Charlestown penthouse offers 2+ bedroom, 3 bath, in a duplex layout with unobstructed waterfront views of Boston harbor, the islands and the city skyline from private balcony. This home offers over 2000 sq feet of flexible living space. Richly detailed kitchen and marble baths, den with fireplace, open living and dining with ocean views! First level bedroom and bath; spiral staircase to master bedroom suite, spa bath, walk-in closet and adjacent sitting area-perfect for at-home-office. 2 garage parking: 1 deeded, 1 valet , 24 concierge & close to airport/downtown.

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