Why Hired A Realtor

Why Should You Work With a Buyer’s Agent?

All home buyers should work with a knowledgeable real estate agent.  When making a big financial decision such as purchasing your home, you should have someone working in your best interest.  The reasons to work with a buyer’s agent have not changed over the years, but have become strengthened by market conditions. Here are four very important reasons that a buyer’s agent can benefit you in your home buying process:

Reason #1: You will have a knowledgeable agent who will guide you through the paperwork and inspections needed to purchase your home.

Reason #2: You will be able to utilize their professional network of home inspectors, mortgage lenders and lawyers, all necessary to complete your home purchase.  If things arise in the home inspection, the buyer’s agent can help you obtain quotes for repairs from tradesmen within their network, and most importantly,negotiate a resolution with the seller. 

Reason #3: A buyer’s agent will keep you abreast on new homes on the market and provide you with information on homes before they are advertised for sale to the general public. With a buyer’s agent working for you, you have the inside scoop in some cases.

Reason #4: Most importantly, a buyer’s agent will advise you on what to offer for your home purchase.  With the expertise of a buyer’s agent, you do not risk paying too much or offending the seller by low-balling them with your offer.

Get the most out of your transaction by hiring a knowledge agent whom has their pulse on the market.

Stacey Green

RE/MAX Destiny

363 Centre Street

Jamaica Plain, MA 02130

Tel: 617-460-2344

Email: Agentstaceygreen@gmail.com

Halloween Fun in JP

Lantern Parade - Jamaica Pond

I’m excited for fall and the annual Jamaica Plain lantern parade.  The lantern parade is an awesome family event where kids and adults dress in their Halloween costumes parading around Jamaica Pond with hand-made candlelit paper lanterns.  The lantern parade was started in1984 and has been an event growing ever since.  The event will take place this year October 18^th and 19^th, starting at the boat-house on Jamaica Pond.

Take advantage of the craft session at the Elliot School making lanterns for the parade Sunday 10/12/14 from 2p-4p this is a free event open to all ages.  The Elliot school is located at 24 Elliot Street Jamaica Plain, register for the event with EventBrite. 

Check back in a few weeks to see photos!

#GreattoliveinJP!

#Freefamilyfun

Stacey Green

RE/MAX Destiny

Email: agentstaceygreen@gmail.com

ROXBURY INNOVATION

Dudley Square on the cutting Edge of Innovation

What is an innovation center?  Why is Dudley Square on the cutting edge?  Innovation centers are a fairly new concept and definitely new to the Dudley Square district. 

An innovation center is an urban space were innovation, collaboration and entrepreneurship can be fostered and flourish.  An ideal space for start-up companies as the lease terms are flexible, co-work spaces are available and amenities such as technology, printers, office supplies and conference rooms can be shared. Once you see the basics of an innovation center you can see how collaboration is born.

The Dudley district is home to Smarter in the City located at 100 Warren Street, the cities first urban innovation center, founded by Gilad Rosenzweig.  Rosenzweig is offering start-up teams 6 months of free office space, professional mentorship, education and a modest stipend.  There will be a networking showcase offered where start-ups can exhibit their innovation to potential investors.  The current start-ups using the center are Practice Gigs, Mbadika, Story Map, Trend On and Killer Boom Box. 

The city has plans for a 2^nd innovation center in the district to be located in the Bruce Bolling Municipal Center.  Smart Labs is one of the start-up businesses that will occupy the space.  Other innovation centers are located in Kendall Square-Cambridge, the Waterfront and Seaport District.

I’m excited about the future of Roxbury, the community has an opportunity to showcase local talent via the Innovation Centers. City Council Tito Jackson also believes the community will add value to the centers when speaking of the subject he says, “It has people and resources, and these accelerators, co-working, and innovation spaces will allow these awesome people to connect and begin to build a movement.”  The innovation movement will define Roxbury as cutting edge in the years to come.

Stacey Green

Realtor

RE/MAX Destiny - JP

Email: agentstaceygreen.com

Events JP September 27th - October 3, 2014

Upcoming Events in JP

Taste of JP

Because, I love to try different restaurants in the area, I found the Taste of Jamaica Plain to be the most noticeable event in JP this week.  If your available you should looking into the event sponsored by The Ecumenical Social Action Committee.  The Taste of Jamaica Plain has been held annually over the last 19 years.  

The event will be held Thursday October 2nd at Our Lady of Lourdes Parish - 45 Brookside Ave., Jamaica Plain from 6:00pm-9:00pm.  Tickets can be purchased in advance on-line at esacboston.org or for $45 at the door.  You will be able to sample dishes from 20 local restaurants include Bella Luna, Fiore's Bakery, Boston Beer Co., Himalayan Bistro, Mangia Neapolitan and Grass Fed.

Proceeds from the event will go to Ecumenical Social Action Committee a local multi-service agency servicing JP and surrounding communities.

Hope to see you there!

Yarn Bombing

As part of the American Craft Week, the Eliot School @ 24 Eliot Street JP will be hosting the JP Yarn Bomb squad.  Yarn bombing is a type of knitting that uses bold colors and yarn rather than spray-paint or chalk to cover surfaces.  Yarn bombing is also known as urban knitting or graffiti knitting.    Visit www.eliotschool.org for more details.

Hub of the City - Dudley Square Roxbury

Dudley Square will be Vibrant Again!

                    Vision for Dudley Square, Roxbury 

If you have not traveled though Dudley Square as of late you should. There
is a great vibe and buzz in the area.

Construction will be complete on the Ferdinand Building December 2014
renamed to the Bruce Bolling Municipal Center. If you are a Roxbury
native and old enough you may remember this building to have been a
furniture store. The city has renovated the building to be the host of the
Boston Public School Department. The city is moving BPS here as the
majority of its student’s live with in a 2 miles radius. It is expected the
school department will be occupying the space by March 2015. The
building itself is an outstanding tall triangular shaped brick structure with
lots of glass.

Although the school department will occupy a large section of the building
six retail spaces composed of 18,000 square feet will find a home there as
well. Five of the six retail leases are in the final lease negotiations with the
city. The city continues to put feelers out to allure a sit-down restaurant to
occupy the 1st floor level. A sit-down type restaurant was the number one
response on a survey the community completed as to what types of retail
establishments they wanted in the neighborhood.

The Bruce Bolling Municipal Center will also be home to the Dudley
districts’ 2nd innovation center. The community and city alike hope to see,
the Bruce Bolling Municipal Center active after 5PM bringing alive the
Dudley district. The innovation center will help grow the district and open
the door to community entrepreneurs.

The city is not done there, several other projects are in the infantile stages of
development. Tropical foods- a Dudley square local grocery is expanding
and getting a new look; completion scheduled for March 2015. As well as
the former Bartlett MBTA Bus depot will be converted in residential
housing and retail space. And let’s not forget about – Hotel Dartmouth
planned for Melnea Cass Blvd and Washington Street.

Stacey Green
Realtor, RE/MAX Destiny
Email: AgentStaceyGreen@gmail.com
Tel: 617-460-2344

Some Help for Real Estate Sellers

Some Tips for Sellers


I'm often asked by sellers for tips that will increase the value of their home.  Therefore I have put together some of the most cost effective tips that will create the most increase in value for you property. Check them out here:

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Let me know what you think!

Stacey Green
RE/MAX Destiny
363 Centre Street
Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
Tel: 617-460-2344
Email: AgentStaceyGreen@gmail.com

Off Centre Loft, Continues

                                                 Off Centre Lofts,  Jamaica Plain

Work continues on the Off Centre Lofts at 20 Sunnyside Street in Jamaica Plain. I recently had the opportunity to tour the building. The building is evolving nicely and is scheduled to be completed by September 1st. Thus far 9 out of the 21 apartments have been leased for September.


While I was there, I had the opportunity to capture some images of the work in progress. As you view the photos, notice the industrial feel with exposed beams, steel, hardwood floors, tall ceilings and polished concrete on the lower levels. Some units get an enormous amount of natural sunlight through the beautiful windows. The building entrance staircase is nice and wide, keeping true to the buildings origin of a converted school.

One of the plans that I found most intriguing and unique to the project is the landscape that will be displayed along the side of the building.  Along one side of Off-Centre Lofts will be edible herbs like mint and lavender.

Amenities of Off Centre Lofts are in unit washer and dryer and bike storage.  Parking will also be offered for an additional fee.  The building is located in Hyde Square with easy access to public transportation and the many restaurants and outdoor areas Jamaica Plain as to offer.


Currently, available are 12 units ranging from $1850-$2200 per month.  Please call Stacey Green to make an appointment to see Off Centre Lofts, Hyde Square Jamaica Plain.


Stacey Green
RE/MAX Destiny
Ph: 617-460-2344
Email: StaceyGreen@yourguidehome.com

Ink Block, South End Boston

Harrison Avenue in Boston is getting a new look.  The SoWa area of the South End is buzzing in anticipation of the Ink Block luxury condominiums located at 32 Travelers Street.  Where’s the “ink” in Ink Block come from?  The Ink Block will replace the well-known Boston Herald building hence the name.

The Ink Block is built upon approximately 6 acres and will be a mixed use space consisting of Ink 1, Ink 2, Ink 3 and Sepia condominiums.  Ink 1, 2, and 3 will be rental units and Sepia will be an 83 unit condominium complex.

The Ink Block will be sure to impress, currently available are studios, 1, 2 and 3 bedroom luxury condominiums.  Many of the units include balconies or terraces. The units will range from $459,000 to over $2 million.  Ink Block Sepia residences will have access to a common rooftop deck as well as the rooftop pool located on Ink 2.

Boston SoWa Ink Block Condo Amenities

The City of Boston is improving the area around the 8-story building including wider sidewalks, bike lanes, improved lighting, retail shopping and restaurants.   The Ink Block will include a flagship Whole Foods market overlooking Harrison Avenue in which residents of Ink Block Sepia will have their own entrance into the market.  Living at the Ink Block will put you a short walking distance away from downtown, and moments from some of Boston’s finest restaurants, along with easy access to Interstate 93.

Close proximity to chic restaurants, grocery stores, and access to downtown Boston are important, but building amenities are a draw too.  Ink Block will not disappoint buyers offering floor to ceiling windows and floor lay-outs that maximize living space.  Units will be outfitted with Jenn-air and Bosch appliances with the option to upgrade to DeWolfe.     Amenities include 24/7-concierge service, enclosed underground parking, fitness center, electric car charging stations and a dog washing station to name a few.

This exciting luxury condominium development has currently sold 60% of its units and it is expected to be complete and ready for occupancy in fall 2015.   Now, is a good time to pick your unit in the building it is likely the 3 bedroom units will be sold out soon, inventory on this floor plan is limited.

If you would like to see what the buzz is about for yourself, please call Stacey Green 617-460-2344 for a presentation.

Stacey Green
RE/MAX Destiny
Tel: 617-460-2344
Email: StaceyGreen@yourguidehome.com

Townhomes Jamaica Plain

Sophisticated and Elegant City Living

On the market now, are beautifully finished new construction townhouse style condominiums just outside Forest Hills Station at 73-75 Wachusett Street in Jamaica Plain.  When you first walk into these units you will be pleased with the 9 foot ceiling height, crown moulding and open concept floor plan which is flooded with natural light.   A walk across the gleaming oak hardwood floors leads you to a spacious kitchen with granite counter tops, stainless steel appliances and white elegant cabinets. 

Each of the three units is equipped with an integrated sound system in all bedrooms and living spaces.  Recessed lighting, gas fireplaces, high-energy efficiency gas heat, and Harvey windows, defines the detail developers applied to these town homes.  In unit laundry is conveniently situated in each unit.  Units 73A and 73B share an amazing roof top deck.  From the roof-top you are afforded the picturesque views of the Blue Hills.

73 Wachusetts – offered for $549,900

Unit A is a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom town home over 1336 sqft.  The master bedroom is outfitted with his and her custom closets, gas fireplace and access to the private porch. 

Unit B, a 2 bedroom, 2 full bathrooms is a 1303 sqft town home.  Both bedrooms are feature custom closets. Each of the two bedrooms offers great size; the master bedroom measures 15x14 and the second bedroom 15x10.

75 Wachusett #1 – offered for $649,900

The largest of the three units consists of 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms over 1703 sqft.  The master bedroom is sophisticated with custom closets and a gas fireplace to bring in the element of elegance. 

Open houses are scheduled for this weekend, if you would like to schedule a private showing, please contact Stacey Green RE/MAX Destiny 617.460.2344

Off-Centre Lofts Jamaica Plain

Off Centre Lofts- Hyde Square, Jamaica Plain

Traggorth Companies LLC, has developed what is lacking in the Jamaica Plain area, studios and 1 bedroom apartment rentals.  I have heard from many past client's they wished there were more studios and 1 bedrooms in the Jamaica Plain area. This location has an impressive walk score of 86 making the location very walkable to restaurants, Whole Foods, local library and public transportation.  

Off-Centre Lofts (20 Sunnyside Street) is three levels of 21 loft style condominium quality apartments.  All of the units will feature galley kitchens with tile blacksplashes and stone countertops.  Stainless steel appliances, microwave and dishwasher, are also a pleasing feature of the kitchens.  Each unit provides air-conditioning comfort and in-unit laundry for convenience. Lower level units will feature polished concrete floors while upper level units will feature hardwood floors.  

Upon seeing the building in its early stages, the oversized windows caught my attention. The windows are a beautiful invitation to the abundance of natural light. The high ceilings on the upper levels give a spacious and airy feeling. The building will be professionally managed and offer 24-hour maintenance.

Studios - available in 500, 540 or 600 Sq ft. starting at $1450

1 Bedroom- 700 Sqft. starting at $1700.00

These units will be a wonderful compliment to the already vibrant Jamaica Plain community.  Off Centre Lofts will offer 2 affordable housing units through lottery. If you would like a tour of the rental units, please contact Stacey Green RE/MAX Destiny Jamaica Plain. The building will be complete and ready for occupancy by mid August 2014.  

Stacey Green

www.agentsstaceygreen.com

Email: StaceyGreen@yourguidehome.com

Introduction

RE/MAX - Destiny
Jamaica Plain, Hyde Square

I'm enjoying my new office at RE/MAX Destiny in Hyde Square Jamaica Plain.  I have been at RE/MAX for about a month moving from Stuart St. James which focuses on property in the downtown and waterfront areas of Boston.

Jamaica Plain, is a great community that is very walkable to restaurants, parks, playgrounds, Jamaica Pond, the SouthWest corridor Park and public transportation.  I love the properties in this area as many of them have old school charm like chair rails, crown molding and formal dining rooms with built in china hutches.  These homes have been renovated and are ready for new families to make them their home.

Jamaica Plain, also features organic food stores like City Feed and Whole Foods Market as well as organic restaurants such as, Grass Fed - a small local  restaurant serving up organic beef burgers and more.  Another notable business in the neighborhood is the Sam Adams brewery located on Germania Street.

To me, the one of the best parts of Jamaica Plain is the SouthWest Corridor Park, which features a 4.7 mile path through Jamaica Plain, Roxbury and the South End.  This route is ideal for bike rides, walks or jogs.  Jamaica Plain boosts, the highest percentage (5%) of any Boston neighborhood that commutes to work by bicycle, which is in part of the corridor being in the neighborhood.

There is also substantial green space, most significantly 265 acres which make up the Arnold Arboretum a botanical garden.  It would be fantastic to stroll through the garden on a spring or summer day, or use the Arboretum for a  naturally beautiful backdrop for pictures.

New Construction Condominiums Norbet School Redevelopment 26 Sunnyside Street, Hyde Square, check the blog in a few weeks for greater detail.

To see, my new listings please go to www.agentsstaceygreen.com

Stacey Green, Realtor