Luxurious Boston waterfront penthouse

This spectacular Boston duplex penthouse features 3-sided, stunning views of Boston Harbor from every room in the nose unit at Commercial Wharf. Watch sailboats drift by in this 2 bedroom with den, 2700sf condo, featuring open and airy, sun-filled living space with 20 ft. ceilings and exposed beams. Walk out through a sliding glass doors to 152 sq. ft. private balcony overlooking boat slips in Boston’s inner harbor and offering sweeping views of the city skyline. Enjoy the short walk to Financial District and finest North End restaurants and shops.


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Boston waterfront home offers an urban oasis

Experience this URBAN OASIS. Whether you enjoy gardening, grilling, entertaining or just "people watching," this enormous private deck, overlooking Boston’s Rose Kennedy Greenway is calling to you. Experience unparalleled views from this unique penthouse loft. A true gem, this home offers a fabulous floor plan, 11+ ft. ceilings, hardwood floors throughout, exposed brick and beam detail. The open chef's kitchen has granite counters, custom birch cabinets, and gas cooking. A private sleeping area with custom built-ins, separate home office and full tile bath with soaking tub complete this home. The building offers deeded covered parking, elevator, common roof deck and off-site professional management. This loft style building has been the destination of choice for many upwardly mobile local professionals and athletes. 26 Stillman Street offers the very best in city living.

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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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Fabulous waterfront home for sale

This fabulous waterfront home is the quintessential New England mansion. Exquisite c1886 Peabody and Stearns waterfront estate on Newport's famed Cliff Walk. Over two acres of gorgeous Olmstead designed grounds with sweeping lawns to water's edge. Main residence and two-unit carriage house in immaculate condition. First offering of this unique historic property in over 30 years. Listed by Paul Leys of Gustave White Sotheby’s International Realty.

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Boston Real Estate Update: Prime Waterfront location to be developed?

A recent article on Boston.com finds the James Hook & Co. lot may potentially be developed. With commercial and residential developers drawing up potential plans, the Hook family business does plan to stay.

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Boston Real Estate Update: Plan for towers in Waterfront gets criticism

A recent article on BostonHerald.com covered a new plan to replace the Boston Harbor parking garage with two 40-story or higher buildings. Some residents on the Waterfront would lose their views. The development would offer 860,000 square feet of office space, a 200-room hotel and 100 condominiums.

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Spotlight on the north shore

Tom Kennedy of Gibson Sotheby’s International Realty has listed a stunning estate in Beverly. Sitting on almost 2 private acres, this mansion offers unparalleled views of the entrance to Beverly Harbor and the Atlantic Ocean. A long manicured lawn slopes to your own beach. This 8855sq foot home boasts a chef's gourmet kitchen, 6 renovated baths (3 full, 3 half) a complete master suite with sitting room, wet bar, dressing room and en suite bath. Third floor Stag Bar with spectacular water views, game room and library.

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Spotlight on historic Charlestown

Frank Celeste of Gibson Sotheby’s International Realty has listed a beautiful, Federal style home in Charlestown. Built in 1805, this historic home is meticulously maintained. Featuring four bedrooms, two and a half baths, this home offers over 3000 square feet of living space.

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Gibson Sotheby’s International Realty Expands into Charlestown

Despite the recent concerns about the economy, Gibson Sotheby’s International Realty continues to grow and extend their reach throughout the Greater Boston area. The firm recently announced that they have acquired Grancey & Company Real Estate, and will remain in Grancey’s spectacular location in Charlestown’s Thompson Square. Through Gibson Sotheby’s International Realty’s recent expansion, they are now able to offer more opportunities and enhanced service to areas north of Boston. “We’ve strategically located our offices to offer the finest service in and around Boston. Charlestown is an area we’ve had our eye on for some time now. We are very excited about what this means for our company and our clients” said Larry Rideout, CEO and Owner of Gibson Sotheby’s International Realty.

When asked about the timing of this expansion, Rideout was confident in the strength of the Boston real estate market. “We are the only firm in the top seven in the state of Massachusetts that is doing better than last year. We are very confident in our ability to help our clients succeed in this market. We offer a full portfolio of rentals, sales and relocation services. People are looking for advice, experience and full service. Our agents give them what they need.”

Founded in 1989, Grancey & Company Real Estate has serviced clients in Charlestown’s historic neighborhoods. Situated at the head of Boston's vibrant inner harbor, and across the Charles River from Beacon Hill and Back Bay, Charlestown borders Cambridge. Gibson Sotheby’s, founded in Boston’s South End as a boutique agency, has become a regional powerhouse – with its firm ranking boosted to #7 in the state of Massachusetts (source: MLS).

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Big Dig Ends, New Hope Begins

A recent New York Times article proposes that the completion of the Big Dig will encourage more people to move to Boston. With the old green central artery gone and new green space in its wake, there is renewed interest in coming back to the city.

We've seen a number of Baby Boomers move to Boston from the burbs in the last five to ten years. With the spring market in full swing and the interest rates at a remarkable low, buyers are showing up to open houses in droves.

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