26 Lombard Street, Arlington MA. A four bedroom condo listed at $550,000. Open this weekend both Saturday and Sunday!
The Arlington MA real estate inventory is boasting a variety of properties around the town this week. You'll find some of these listings on Florence Terrace, Gray Street, Lake Street, Lombard Street, Newport Road, Warren Street and on additional Arlington locations. A good number of these properties will be opened this weekend!
According to MLS, Arlington MA is currently listing 63 properties. 23 single family homes -$581,500 average listing price/ 34 condos - $419,468 average listing price / 6 multi-family homes- $584,333 average listing price with new properties being added daily.
View all the scheduled Open houses this weekend 5/18 & 5/19 in Arlington MA here:
And here are the links to all the open houses in the communities we serve:
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If you're interested in taking a look at the homes for sale in Arlington MA or in the Greater Boston Area and would like to have a conversation with an Avenue 3 Real Estate Agent, please Contact Us. We're here to help you!
Don't forget to to bring along our AVENUE 3 OPEN HOUSE CHECKLIST for a smooth Open House experience. And visit our site Avenue 3 for all the info you'll need to be an informed and educated Buyer!
The condominium inventory in the Greater Boston Area is abundant, mortgage rates are good and you found a place that is just right for you….bedrooms, bathrooms, great kitchen, the works and you're ready to buy. Or are you?
When buying a condo, there is more to consider than just your unit. A condo is just one piece of a whole association. Whether you are buying into a two unit association or a 200 unit association, there are things you should know before signing on the dotted line.
1. If there is a deck, patio or yard, is it common space (used by all condo owners) or private (deeded to your exclusive use in the condo deed).
2. What changes are you allowed to make to your unit if any.
3. Are pets allowed, if so, are there restrictions.
4. Who manages the property in terms of snow removal, landscaping, repairs etc.
5. What is the monthly condo fee and what expenses does it cover?
6. Have there been any recent special assessments ( one time, often large, payments from unit owners for a repair cost that exceeds the budget capabilities) or are any planned?
7. What is the balance in the association budget?
8. Is there parking, if so, is it assigned, deeded, or first come first serve.
These are the most significant issues to discuss, but be sure to review the condo documents (most people make their offer to purchase subject to “satisfactory review of condo docs”), for any other items of concern.
Once you have gathered all this information and looked over all the associated documents, go ahead and buy that new furniture that is perfect for your new condo!
Additional Resources:
Search for all current Condo listings in your town of interest: Avenue 3 Property Search
Speak Condo. Understand the terms and know the documents: Avenue 3 Real Estate Condominium Glossary
242 Lexington Avenue U:2, a 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath condo in the Huron Village neighborhood of Cambridge MA, listed at $429,000 and open this weekend Friday, Saturday and Sunday!
Cambridge MA is an exciting and vibrant place to call home boasting great restaurants, museums, theatres, open space and exciting activities to enjoy like the Cambridge Open Studios 2013. This weekend Artists throughout Cambridge ( includes the neighborhoods of Alewife, Fresh Pond, Porter Square and Harvard Square) open their doors to the public for the fifth annual city-wide Cambridge Open Studios (COS). You can meet local artists and discover unique paintings, jewelry, fiber arts, ceramics, film, mixed-media, literary works, and more.
So put Cambridge MA on your list this weekend to see some exciting local art and visit some interesting properties....a great combination!
According to MLS, Cambridge MA is currently listing 149 properties. 20 single family homes -$1,815,222 average listing price/ 117 condos - $697,544 average listing price / 12 multi-family homes- $1,352,833 average listing price with new properties being added daily.
View all the scheduled Open houses this weekend 5/11 & 5/12 in Cambridge MA here:
And here are the links to all the open houses in the communities we serve:
ARLINGTON MA OPEN HOUSES, OPEN HOUSES IN MASSACHUSETTS, BELMONT MA OPEN HOUSES , SOMERVILLE MA OPEN HOUSES, MEDFORD MA OPEN HOUSES
If you're interested in taking a look at the homes for sale in Cambridge MA or in the Greater Boston Area and would like to have a conversation with an Avenue 3 Real Estate Agent, please Contact Us. We're here to help you!
Don't forget to to bring along our AVENUE 3 OPEN HOUSE CHECKLIST for a smooth Open House experience. And visit our site Avenue 3 for all the info you'll need to be an informed and educated Buyer!
A 2 bedroom condominium at 21 Adams Street, Arlington MA $399,000
Spring has arrived in Arlington MA and now is the time to see how properties and streets look with the full bloom of color and greenery surrounding them! With over 20 new properties and many open houses this weekend the opportunity to take a look at what's currently available is waiting for you and you may find yourself living in Arlington MA by summer!
According to MLS, Arlington MA is currently listing 61 properties. 24 single family homes -$626,737 average listing price/ 31 condos - $402,513 average listing price / 6 multi-family homes- $488,500 average listing price with new properties being added daily.
View all the scheduled Open houses this weekend 5/4 & 5/5 in Arlington MA here:
And here are the links to all the open houses in the communities we serve:
CAMBRIDGE MA OPEN HOUSES, OPEN HOUSES IN MASSACHUSETTS, BELMONT MA OPEN HOUSES , SOMERVILLE MA OPEN HOUSES, MEDFORD MA OPEN HOUSES
If you're interested in taking a look at the homes for sale in Arlington MA or in the Greater Boston Area and would like to have a conversation with an Avenue 3 Real Estate Agent, please Contact Us. We're here to help you!
Don't forget to to bring along our AVENUE 3 OPEN HOUSE CHECKLIST for a smooth Open House experience. And visit our site Avenue 3 for all the info you'll need to be an informed and educated Buyer!
215 Harvard Street, Unit 2B Medford MA $449,900
This week boston.com posted the "Top 10 Best Locations to Live in Mass" and listed Medford MA as #8. The real estate options in Medford are diverse in styles and price points which is yet another reason why Buyers are attracted to the community. So take at look at one or more of the many new listings this weekend, a new home in Medford MA awaits you!
According to MLS, Medford MA is currently listing 79 properties. 32 single family homes -$405,184 average listing price/ 34 condos - $352,282 average listing price / 13 multi-family homes- $518,177 average listing price with new properties being added daily.
View all the scheduled Open houses this weekend 4/27 & 4/28 in Medford MA here:
And here are the links to all the open houses in the communities we serve:
ARLINGTON MA OPEN HOUSES, CAMBRIDGE MA OPEN HOUSES, OPEN HOUSES IN MASSACHUSETTS, BELMONT MA OPEN HOUSES , SOMERVILLE MA OPEN HOUSES
If you're interested in taking a look at the homes for sale in Medford MA or in the Greater Boston Area and would like to have a conversation with an Avenue 3 Real Estate Agent, please Contact Us. We're here to help you!
Don't forget to to bring along our AVENUE 3 OPEN HOUSE CHECKLIST for a smooth Open House experience. And visit our site Avenue 3 for all the info you'll need to be an informed and educated Buyer!
Found! A condo on Cambridge Street, Cambridge MA
As you may know if you are looking for a home, searching through the legions of homes that do not fit the bill is the hardest part. You can waste a lot of time sorting through those listings that may not be just what you are looking for. This is especially true for those buyers who are looking for property on specific streets or in a specific area in a community. If you are looking for property in a certain area, for instance, near Davis Sq in Somerville MA, close to Fresh Pond in Cambridge MA, or walking distance to West Medford Sq, we have the answer for you.
Solve the problem by using the Avenue 3 Interactive Map Search. From the home page, click on the Interactive Map Search icon on the top left column and your real estate world awaits. Using the interactive drawing tool you can outline specific streets or neighborhoods that you are interested in and voila, the listing appear. The map search data is fed directly from the Multiple Listing Service and is updated regularly.
Avenue 3's Interactive Map Search makes 'specific shopping' a breeze. So, check it out at Avenue 3 you will be glad you did!
Find tips on buying a home by downloading our very informative Buyer Kit:
16 Powder House Boulevard, Somerville MA. A 3 bedroom, 2 level condo with an asking price of $475,000. Open this Sunday, April 14 from 1PM-3PM.
As Spring approaches new listings are "springing up" in Somerville MA daily and the rate that they are being purchased is evident in the city's last week's pending sales of 18, 12 of them being condos! So if you're planning to get out there to look at property this weekend there are 29 Open Houses in Somerville MA with a variety of prices and styles to choose from!
According to MLS, Somerville MA is currently listing 107 properties. 10 single family homes -$596,638 average listing price/ 72 condos - $453,713 average listing price / 25 multi-family homes- $719,605 average listing price with new properties being added daily.
View all the 29 scheduled Open houses this weekend 4/13 & 4/14 in Somerville MA here:
And here are the links to all the open houses in the communities we serve:
ARLINGTON MA OPEN HOUSES, MEDFORD MA OPEN HOUSES, CAMBRIDGE MA OPEN HOUSES, OPEN HOUSES IN MASSACHUSETTS, BELMONT MA OPEN HOUSES
If you're interested in taking a look at the homes for sale in Someville MA or in the Greater Boston Area and would like to have a conversation with an Avenue 3 Real Estate Agent, please Contact Us. We're here to help you!
Don't forget to to bring along our AVENUE 3 OPEN HOUSE CHECKLIST for a smooth Open House experience. And visit our site Avenue 3 for all the info you'll need to be an informed and educated Buyer!
A side-entrance Colonial style home found in Arlington MA and the surrounding towns.
Looks nice, but.....
So you are looking at home after home. If you are like the most of us, you are captivated by the updated kitchen, the over-sized shower or the gorgeous perennial garden. Good, you should be. But, (and you know there is a but), don't forget that there is business to attend to. Here are six things you should pay close attention to in any home that interests you:
1.Roof: Check it out! Does it look new? Are the shingles dried out and lifting? If it is a flat roof, does it have proper drainage? How many layers of asphalt? Ask the age of the roof to help you determine its relative health.
2.Windows: Old or new is not the most important question. The most important question is do they work. Pull a couple up and down to see if they operate well. Look for storms or screens stuck midway between open and closed, they may not function.
3.Gutters and downspouts: Be sure they have them and take a look to see if they are snugly attached to the house - beware of hanging downspouts and "gutter gardens" - gutters clogged so long they are actually sprouting vegetation!
4.Retaining walls: Funny as it seems, they hide in plain site. Pay attention to retaining walls around gardens, along driveways and on the edge of property lines. Check for major cracking or leaning.
5.Foundation: Give it a close look inside and out. Look for cracks, water marks or mold. Check the basment windows for good repair as well.
6.Landscape: We don't mean the perennial garden here, but the general topography and the plantings. Is the house sitting low on a hill and likely to flood? Are there unhealthy trees on the lot that may need to come down?
Whether you are looking at buying a home in Arlington MA or buying a Cambridge mA condominium, take the time to carefully examine a home you are interested in before you make an offer to buy. It could pay off in the long run!
You can check out our list of Service Providers for advice on any particular housing issue.
And download our Buyer Guide for addition info on home buying issues:
118 Claflin Street, Belmont MA. A 3 bedroom Cape listed for $749,900 and open this Saturday, April 6th from 12PM-2PM
The Belmont MA Real Estate market inventory is finally increasing and now is the time to get out there and take a look for yourself! This weekend there are 16 Open Houses in the town with a variety of prices and styles!
According to MLS, Belmont MA is currently listing 26 active properties. 15 single family homes -$1,030,313 average listing price/ 9 condos - $523,022 average listing price / 2 multi-family homes- $614,450 average listing price with new properties being added daily.
View all the scheduled Open houses this weekend 4/6 & 4/7 in Belmont MA here:
And here are the links to all the open houses in the communities we serve:
ARLINGTON MA OPEN HOUSES, MEDFORD MA OPEN HOUSES, CAMBRIDGE MA OPEN HOUSES, OPEN HOUSES IN MASSACHUSETTS, SOMERVILLE MA OPEN HOUSES
If you're interested in taking a look at the homes for sale in Belmont MA or in the Greater Boston Area and would like to have a conversation with an Avenue 3 Real Estate Agent, please Contact Us. We're here to help you!
Don't forget to to bring along our AVENUE 3 OPEN HOUSE CHECKLIST for a smooth Open House experience. And visit our site Avenue 3 for all the info you'll need to be an informed and educated Buyer!
It's Spring and you're ready to hit some Open Houses this weekend and you're excited about it! As with the arrival of every new season your time limited with chores to be done, some much needed chilling time and social commitments on your calendar.
So we're suggesting these 5 steps that will prepare you to make the experience efficient, easy, professional and enjoyable!
Step 1: Open House Property Search. Begin right here at the Avenue 3 Open House Search. You can browse through all the towns in Massachusetts, check open house hours and view property specifics in every property category. Once you have identified the properties you're visiting you can move on to step 2.
Step 2: Walkability Index. You will find this a very useful tool, especially if you are not familiar with the town and neighborhood of the homes, condos or multi-family properties you have identified in your price range. Just insert the address of a property and you will get the distance to the nearest public transportation, restaurants, shopping and even the commute to a work location! You'll find all that info right here: WalkScore.
Step 3: Register here with Avenue 3 and you'll have access to the recently sold properties in the neighborhood that you are visiting and considering as a place to live. This info will help you determine value on properties in the area and help you determine a future price on a home you find interesting.
Step 4: Know it all. Once you'd identified the town or towns you're focusing your search on, visit our Community Pages. You'll find links for information about the history, services, businesses, schools and governments in the state of Massachusetts and in distinctive Boston Area communities.
Step 5: An Open House Checklist. And remember to bring along our open house checklist. A list of the most important things you should look at and take note of when visiting a house or condo. Open House Checklist
There you have it! You're ready to start your search and again you find all the current open house listings in MA this weekend here with Avenue 3's Open House search: Open Houses in MAssachusetts or use the handy Recommended Open House Search by town on our home page: Avenue 3
And don't forget Step 3: Register with Avenue 3 and get access to final sale prices of property in your towns of interest!