It is perfectly located east of Coolidge Corner and it’s not too far from the Longwood Medical Area, making it a great location for anyone in the medical industry looking to relocate or just interested in getting closer to the best parts of Brookline.

The Brookline home has a spacious and open living room with a beautiful front facing bow window that looks out into street.  It ha hardwood floors throughout and an amazing formal dining room.  The unit also includes a remodeled kitchen and bathroom, gorgeous fenced-in garden area, a screen porch, laundry room, exercise room and storage.

For more information about 1236 Beacon St., #2 in Brookline, MA, please contact, sales manager, Adam Umina, or call our Metro Realty Corp office at (617) 232-2255.

Regardless of where in Boston you call home, it’s good to take advantage of this event early. It’s like the Amazing Race, only confined to Boston. Only 300 teams can participate, so it’s important to sign up before all the spots are taken.

When you are living in Charlestown MA apartments, it’s a fun way to see some of the local points of interest around the city and decide if this is the place you want to call home indefinitely. The more you know about the city, the easier it will be to solve the clues and go onto the next fun challenge.

You may visit some of the Boston condos throughout your adventure or as you travel through the adventures, you may discover Brighton homes for sale that you want to live in. This is the ultimate scavenger hunt and it starts at Four Green Fields. From there, you go wherever the clues take you.

The reasons to live in the Boston area are significant. With the deep-rooted history, the beautiful climate and the various attractions, there is always something to keep you occupied. And by attending the Scavenger Dash, you can learn about even more to do in the area.

Downtown: If you want downtown Boston to be your next home, you better act fast. Downtown property is a hot commodity, and although prices have stayed stable in the past, they appear to be rising. Bottom line: Everyone wants the best location, it’s what real estate is all about. And downtown Boston offers this quality location. The only drawback is that vacancies don’t last long.

Condo increase: Looking for a Boston condo? You may not be alone. In fact, according to a report, there was a double-digit increase in condos sold in the downtown Boston neighborhoods in the latter half of 2011. So if you’re looking for a condo, be prepared to fend off the competition in search of your next home. For better rates/availability, consider the suburbs.

Don’t Haggle: In big, vibrant cities such as Boston, it seems that everyone wants the best of both worlds: a great place to live at affordable rates. This isn’t a realistic expectation. If you’re lucky enough to find your dream Boston apartment or Boston home, don’t haggle with the seller or landlord, at least not to the extent that could jeopardize you getting it. Remember, if you don’t buy or lease, someone else will in downtown areas.

The advantages to living in the Boston metro area are considerable. However, when you are looking for Allston apartments, you can enjoy shows at the Paradise Rock Club on a regular basis. This medium-sized venue is a great place to see some of the top bands in the world. When U2 came to play in the United States for the first time, they opened their tour at the Paradise Rock Club.

When you are interested in Brookline real estate, you have the pleasure of shopping for stunning homes in gated communities. You are part of the metropolitan area without being in the center of the city. Plus you are just a quick drive away from this club to enjoy all of your favorite rock bands.

The Paradise Rock Club has bars upstairs and downstairs and seating virtually everywhere. Regardless of where you end up inside the club, you will be able to see your band perform and hear it like it’s never been performed before. It’s much like Brighton homes for sale – you can choose anywhere in town and still get to enjoy the best of what the area has to offer.

Whether you are shopping for Allston or Brighton housing, it’s imperative that you take advantage of what this Rock Club has to offer.

Brookline borders Boston and Newton and is still considered a relatively small town. There are a number of different events that take place throughout the town each year, including festivals, reenactments and holiday celebrations. The town is also home to the oldest country club in the country, beautiful park areas and even an open air skating rink.

Finding Boston real estate agents will make it easier to learn about all the different areas in Brookline that you can call home. You can choose to be near some of the upscale shops, the village pubs or choose one of the large estates near the stunning countryside.

Boston real estate provides you with the academic, medical and industrial employers nearby without a lot of the traffic. It gives you the opportunity to live in the country but near the city. The major highways are close by and public transportation runs through Brookline as well. It makes it easy to get to where you want to go in the city and throughout the state.

The history of the town is tremendous, giving you another reason to take advantage of Brookline real estate. With museums plentiful and the birthplace of John F. Kennedy here, it’s no wonder why so many choose to move here. It’s the best that Boston real estate has to offer.

They should be familiar with the area where the home purchase may occur. Browsing the Boston real estate market will uncover some great homes, perhaps one of the many Boston condos or something in the Brighton homes for sale listings. Regardless of the neighborhood, the inspector should know the history of that community.

Some states require a certification to become a home inspector. Massachusetts does require licensing for home inspectors, so make sure the inspector does have a license. However, a license does not mean a person has the depth of experience desired. A potential home buyer has a brief interaction with the home inspector and must make their purchase decision considering their findings and report.

When working with Boston real estate agents, ask for at least 3 recommendations for a home inspector. Do not settle on just one. Don’t be afraid to put the realtor on the spot and ask questions about the inspectors they recommend. The goal is to find a quality inspector, not just a friend of the realtor’s family.

When first meeting the inspector, a buyer should act as if they are hiring them for a job (which, in essence, they are). Ask to see their resume and any references. Make sure this is the inspector for the job. After they have performed the service and delivered their report is a poor time to discover a lack of experience or attention to detail.

Ask to see a sample of their report. The format and style should be readable, understandable yet comprehensive. The report is likely the only “product” a person will receive from the home inspector.

When one is looking at Boston homes for sale, keep in mind the importance of a quality home inspection to the decision to purchase. If one is happy with the home inspection and the resulting report, home ownership in Boston or the surrounding area will be a fulfilling experience for a long time.

This weekend’s featured property is hot on the market.  The 167-169 Parker Street home in Newton MA is an amazing two family home in one of Newton’s most desirable single family-zoned neighborhoods. Both units have living rooms, complete with hardwood floors, formal dining rooms, sun-lit den or office rooms, tiled bathrooms and much much more.  Enjoy barbecuing on hot summer days and entertaining friends and family on its large deck and backyard volleyball court that’s plotted on 1/3 acres of land.

This rare and incredible opportunity really is a must see, so come on out! We look forward to seeing you!

For more information, contact the Metro Realty Corp offices or call 617-232-2255.

Love throwing parties at home for some of your close friends? Genki Ya offers generous party platters, including Vegetable and Sushi Platters, for a very reasonable price. So, you can easily entertain friends and family in your Brookline condo while staying well within your budget.

When you want to get out of your home and stroll through the cozy neighborhood, you’ll enjoy stopping by Genki Ya to enjoy the all natural and organic sushi and maki combinations offered on their menu. Genki Ya is the perfect place to enjoy lunch or a casual dinner while you’re out enjoying the Brookline neighborhood. When you’re in a hurry, simply place a takeout order and enjoy Japanese dining at home.

Genki Ya has lots of dining choices for appetizers, entrees, soups and salads and of course, their signature sushi and maki roll combinations. You can always eat healthy meals, even when you’re busy, because you can order your favorite Japanese dish by phone or online. Enjoy the best in Japanese cuisine, day or night, without ever leaving the comfort of the neighborhood.

First, let’s begin with the guts. The Element is tight as a drum.  With cement bases between each floor and walls insulated with a soy-based Icynene, the units are essentially leak-proof in terms of sound, heat and cooling. To add to its energy efficient design, all of the utilities for the building and the individual units have very high energy star ratings. When the product is finished, we expect it to be branded with a Silver LEED certificate.

The Element’s main entrance is located at 65 Brainerd Rd. Once you enter into the secured front door, you will enter into a modern, sophisticated lobby adorned with a fireplace to the left and a glass wall showcasing the fitness room to your right. Dual elevators in the front past the security desk will take you up to your apartment. The fifth floor houses the Club Room complete with a fully furnished kitchen and seating in a lounge setting. Also located on the 5th floor is a Theater room with a hi def screen of over 70”, DVD/blu ray player and seating for 8. Located on the 1st and 5th floors are purified water stations for the tenants to refill their drinking water receptacles. Each floor will have a trash and recycling chute with built in sorter.  Upstairs hosts the 2000 sq. ft. roof deck which has synthetic grass beneath your feet giving the tenant the look and feel of being on a large lawn rather than a wood deck or cement patio and comes equipped with seating and lounge chairs and gas grills for the tenants. Beautiful views of Boston can be seen from the roof as well.

The amenities in this building are unmatched in Allston.  Management provides on site security from 6pm to 7am and 24 hour, around the clock maintenance, it has a parking garage, with plans in the works to install a carwash station, and currently includes a hanging bike storage area for cyclists.  There are even whispers of on-site Yoga classes and organic cooking classes.

The first thing you’ll notice in the apartment is the loft-like feel from the soaring 9’ high ceilings and the floor-to-ceiling windows. Each unit has a recycled dark colored laminate flooring made by LG throughout giving the units a modern, sleek feel. This product has a very long life span and can come back to it’s original sheen by simply cleaning it with soap and water. Kitchens are fully applianced with Frigidaire Gallery Series stainless steel appliances and also have granite countertops with white, solid wood cabinets. The units also have energy efficient, low water usage stackable washer and dryers with a steam clean function. Last, but not least, each unit has its own high efficiency gas furnace and central a/c.

The building is pet friendly with a 25lb max and a $50 pet rent per pet. The units are available for lease starting July 1 and can also be leased for an August 1 or September 1 move date based on a tiered priced system.

If you would like to learn more about The Element or interested in scheduling a personal showing, contact your Metro Realty Corp agent, today!

Now you can become part of this great community at Brookline luxury building 1440 Beacon. Now under new management, this affordable residential location offers nothing but the best of Brookline.  It is modern in design with fine, classic amenities such as an on-site fitness center and an underground parking garage.  The luxury building also features a common patio for residents to get together socialize and enjoy life.

1440 Beacon in Brookline is an exclusive luxury building offered by Metro Realty Corp. For more information about available units, please contact our office and schedule a private showing today!