Like many others in Boston, I made this year’s September 1st move. My new apartment is an oversized studio overlooking the Commonwealth Avenue Mall, across the street from the Public Garden—an enviable location to some. Top floor views, elevator building, dog-friendly; it checks off a lot of boxes for many struggling renters. But, for me, Read More…
Real Estate
North End / Waterfront Real Estate Sales for August 2019
Check out the residential closings in the North End / Waterfront area during the month of August 2019. $0 – $999,999 38 Charter #5: 1 bed, 1 bath with 409 sf. sold for $380,000 25 Clark #1: studio with 405 sf. sold for $420,000 Lincoln Wharf #8: 1 bed, 1 bath with 779 sf. sold Read More…
Bulfinch Crossing “Tops Off” as First Government Center Garage Redevelopment
A topping off ceremony celebration for the final concrete pour in the vertical construction of the residential tower at Bulfinch Crossing occurred Thursday afternoon. The building is part of a larger 2.9-million-square-foot multi-phased development project of the Government Center Garage. The residential building, located at 100 Sudbury, will accommodate 423 residences, of which 55 will Read More…
Auction for Garden Court Brick Row House in Boston’s North End; Open House August 13th
*Sponsored Post* AUCTION! 2 Garden CourtNorth End, Boston Brick Row House 2,787+/- sf. 3.5-Story with Full Basement1,116+/- sf. Lot off Historic North SquareVertical & Horizontal Expansion PotentialAuction: Tuesday, August 20 at 11am On-siteOpen House: Tuesday, August 13 (11am to 1pm)[Listing Page] Rare opportunity to own an entire 1890’s home in one family for 100+ years. Read More…
North End / Waterfront Real Estate Sales for July 2019
Check out the residential closings in the North End / Waterfront area during the month of July 2019. $0 – $999,999 26 Unity #1: 1 bed, 1 bath with 456 sf. sold for $410,000 5 Stillman Pl. #2: 1 bed, 1 bath with 410 sf. sold for $489,000 Mariner #412: 1 bed, 1 bath with Read More…
Boston’s Climate Flood Resiliency Options: 5′ High Bike/Roadways or Harborwalk Seawalls
Boston’s Climate Ready Downtown and the North End Project team recently gave an update on their plans to protect the neighborhood from flooding due to rising sea levels. Mayor Walsh has also started talking in more detail about potential seawalls as the study comes to an end in the Fall of 2019. Thanks to Michael Read More…
Court Hears Arguments for Parking Rights at Commercial Wharf
Judge Linda Giles described the case as “important, complex” and even “fascinating” in a July 23rd hearing at Superior Court. Who knew a parking dispute could be so intriguing? But then, this involves Commercial Wharf, one of the most litigated properties in downtown Boston through a series of cases ongoing for more than 30 years. Read More…
Council Unanimously Opposes Addition at 49 Charter Street [Video]
The North End / Waterfront Neighborhood Council (NEWNC) voted unanimously on Monday night to oppose a proposal to add a one-story addition at 49-49R Charter Street. The petition also calls for legalizing the basement and boosting the occupancy from six to eight residences. Abutters with 4th and 5th floor windows facing the property adamantly objected Read More…
North End / Waterfront Real Estate Sales for June 2019
Check out the residential closings in the North End / Waterfront area during the month of June 2019. $0 – $999,999 115 Salem #1: 2 bed, 1 bath with 506 sf. sold for $455,000 8 Battery #4: 1 bed, 1 bath with 520 sf. sold for $525,000 Mariner #301: 1 bed, 1 bath with 609 Read More…
North End Music and Performing Arts Center (NEMPAC) Granted New Space on Tileston Street
News from the Mayor’s Office regarding NEMPAC’s designation for space at two small buildings on Tileston Street, site of the former North Bennet Street School: Mayor Martin J. Walsh today announced that the City of Boston has granted tentative designation to North End Music & Performing Arts Center (NEMPAC) as developer for 48-50 Tileston Street Read More…
Dock Square Garage Housing Moves Forward With 6-Story Addition; 125 Feet High
The Boston Planning & Development Agency (BPDA) Board approved the hotly contested development plan at Dock Square Garage at its June 13th meeting. The project is located at 20 Clinton Street between the Haymarket Hotel (Parcel 9, under construction) site and Faneuil Hall Marketplace, directly across Surface Road from the Greenway’s Parcel 12. The proponent Read More…
Neighborhood Council Opposes New Development at 97 Salem Street
In a vote of 1-8, the North End / Waterfront Neighborhood Council (NEWNC) voted to oppose a new development at 97 Salem Street. The current one-story property is occupied by Curator and the former location of Boston Common Coffee. The new petition is brought by Salem Street Realty Trust, controlled by former North Enders Robert Read More…










