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$1M Median Prices In Boston Area Towns

Interesting story from Scott detailing the rise in median prices in metro Boston.

The 9 Boston area towns where median home price has hit $1M

 By Scott Van Voorhis

The median price of a single-family home has shot past the $1 million mark in several cities and towns across the Boston area during the first half of 2015, the latest real estate stats show.

Nine communities, from urban Cambridge to bucolic Lincoln, have seen their median home prices hit seven figures as demand for brand-name location combines with a shortage of homes for sale to drive up values.

Concord saw one of the biggest gains, with the median home prices in the historic town hitting $1,050,000 after a 24 percent leap this June compared to the same month a year before, the Massachusetts Association of Realtors reports.

Median prices in Winchester and Newton both rose by more than 20 percent, hitting $1,090,000 and nearly $1.2 million, respectively.

Brookline had the highest median price of any community in the state, weighing in at $1.6 million, followed by CambridgeWeston and Lincoln, all at $1.4 million, according to MAR.

Wellesley followed at $1.2 million and Belmont at an even $1 million, with Lexington just under the $1 million mark, down at $965,000.

Other cities and towns posted impressive gains as well.

Somerville saw single-family prices skyrocket in June by over 50 percent, to $855,000. Through the first six months of the year, Somerville prices weighed in at a still lofty $621,600, the real estate group reports.

Condo prices in Somerville rose 12 percent through the first half of the year, hitting $552,500.

Bedford saw home prices rise 20 percent, to $785,000 in June, according to MAR.

Overall, sales and prices were up markedly across the state in June, making it the best month since August 2005, back during the last real estate boom, noted Tim Warren, chief executive of real estate market tracker and publisher, The Warren Group.

“We are seeing the early results from a strong spring market,” Warren said in a press release. “It is a remarkable showing after a prolonged slump and a sluggish recovery extending over the past 10 years.”

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Parking In Provincetown = Pricey!

Interesting post by Jazmine at Curbed.com. There is lots of demand for parking in our little fishing village.

Provincetown’s Priciest Parking Space Wants Six Figures

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Compared with the price of parking spaces in Boston or —gasp!—Manhattan, this Provincetown spot is a virtual steal. Alas, as far as Cape Cod is concerned, the six figure asking price for a place to park is still pretty mind-boggling.

While PTown is the Cape’s best neighborhood for going car-free, not everyone arrives by boat, bus, bike, ferry, plane, or gyrocopter. Hence, there’s a very tight parking situation, making this tandem spot at 5 School Street look really rather dreamy.
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Gorgeous, right? The “Unique Parking Space Easement in the West End near Commercial Street” can accommodate two cars and is asking$100,000 with a condo fee of $50.

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Provincetown Listing Of The Week – 7 Carver Street

7 Carver Street is a two family home with a total of 4 bedrooms, 5 baths and 2,818 square feet It is being marketed for $1.849.

 

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MLS COPY: Luxurious 4 bedroom 4 and 1/2 bath home sits atop the hill on Carver St. It is a legal two family but easily lives as a single family; a custom movable bookcase is used to separate the homes. The front home has a large bright living room with a fireplace & south facing windows, two bedrooms & baths upstairs, the master has French doors to a private deck with bay views and a bath en suite. The back home has a formal entry through the rear gardens, an open living area with a custom kitchen and gas fireplace. The master bedroom has French doors that open to the gardens & a custom en suite fully tiled bath with double vanity, shower & spa tub. Upstairs is a guest bedroom with a private deck with views, tiled bath and study. Hickory floors throughout the living areas, custom built-ins, fully tiled baths are just a few of the amenities.

 

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What $399,000 Gets You On Cape Cod

 

Another great Curbed Comparison by Jazmine at curbed.com.

 

CURBED COMPARISONS

What $399,000 Buys You on Cape Cod Right Now

It’s time once again for Curbed Comparisons, where we break down what you can get at the same price point, style or size in eight different Cape and Islands neighborhoods. This week, listings for around $399,000.

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[276 Shore Road, #2, Truro via Zillow]
Here now, eight Cape Cod properties asking $399,000 – year-round, on the beach, close to the beach, overlooking Cape Cod Bay, pond front, turnkey, with views galore, all decked out, recently PriceChopped, move-in ready, and ready to rent – with a little something for everyone.

What $399K Buys on Cape Cod
SANDWICH
Kicking off in Sandwich, here’s a 3BR, 2BA in 1,929sf for $399,900. “Quintessential Cape Cod has spectacular water views of tidal Springhill Marsh with its ever-changing landscape and on a clear day, views to Sagamore Bridge.”
MARSTONS MILLS
This mellow yellow Colonial on Long Pond features 2BR, 1.5BA in the main house and a 1BR, 1BA apartment. The .79 acre property is listed for $399,900.
WAQUOIT
Set on 1.09 acres, this country Cape features 4BR, 3BA plus a legal 1BR apartment in 2,650sf. In addition, there’s an adorable detached guest cottage/studio and several outbuildings. Yours for $399,900.
BREWSTER
While this 1974 time capsule could use some updating, the 3BR, 2BA is “just steps to the beach on crystal clear Sheep Pond” with access to two neighborhood beaches. In addition, the 2,464sf upside down home features three fireplaces “one of which in the kitchen would be perfect for a hibachi grill.” Groovy, right? Asking price is $399,000.
WEST CHATHAM
Land ho! This 1.4 acre parcel currently features bulldozer bait in the form of two small cottages, but has “possibilities” for a main house and guest house.
EASTHAM
Built in 1973, this Lindal Cedar Home features five rooms with 3BR, 2BA in 1,409sf. The .93 acre lot also includes a two-car garage and an outbuilding for garden storage. First listed in April for $419,000, it’s now yours for $399,000.
TRURO
Yes, it’s still possible to pick your own flower at the iconic Days’ Cottages. This adorable unit by the name of Phlox is, like its neighbors, a 2BR, 1BA “on the edge of Cape Cod Bay” with a shared beach and views galore. Asking price is $399,000.
PROVINCETOWN
Finally, to PTown. This 3BR, 1.5BA Seashore Park Drive condo offers a wraparound back yard/patio, a full basement, and parking. Unit 2 hit the market in July for $399,000.
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Provincetown Sale of The Month – 9 Creek Round Hill

9 Creek Round Hill, one of the most substantial properties in Provincetown closed this month. It is a 4 bedroom 4 bath home with 6,346 square feet and a lot size of 14,834 square feet. It sold for $2.5M with an asking price of $2.795M

 

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MLS COPY: Breathtaking views, impeccable grounds & a care-free resort-like atmosphere captures the essence of this newly renovated Provincetown contemporary with a mid-century flair. This 6000+ SF home offers a rare retreat w/state of the art amenities. The 45 foot living, dining and gourmet kitchen area is dramatic with a wall of windows looking out to the gorgeous views of Cape Cod Bay, Wood End Light & the ocean. Everything is brand new: systems, windows, roof, exterior cedar shingles, landscaping, irrigation, security, pool, decking, generator & more. The master suite & guest suites upstairs take full advantage of the views, & both have decks & en-suite baths. An additional guest suite on the garden level enjoys its own entrance and living area. Plenty of recreation space, with a game room, screening room, and stunning salt water heated pool.

 

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Provincetown Sale Of The week – 1 Atlantic Avenue

 

This beautifully renovated home at 1 Atlantic Avenue sold last week. This three bedroom two bath single family home with 1,673 square feet is located on the corner of Atlantic Avenue and Commercial Street in the near West End. The sale price was $1.375M.

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MLS COPY: Every inch of this classic Cape has been meticulously restored to 21st century style and convenience while still retaining its 1700s heritage. The chef’s kitchen features 2 inch thick Carrera marble atop custom cabinetry, a professional Thermador dual-fuel range and Sub-Zero glass-front refrigerator. This 3 bedroom home is currently configured with two master bedroom suites, one on the main level and one on the second level, each with a fireplace and adjoining private dressing rooms and world-class baths. Exquisite living room downstairs with fireplace, and a large vaulted media room on the second level (previously used as a third bedroom). Magnificent perennial gardens with complete irrigation fed by private well. Two large parking spaces. Properties of this quality and exceptional location are rarely available. This is an impeccable restoration of a 1700’s house.

 

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Provincetown Listing Of The Week – 11 Georges Path #B

11 Georges Path #B is a two bedroom, one and 1/2 bath condo built new in 2012 with 1,092 square feet. It is being marketed for $679,000.

 

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New in 2012, this condo lives like a single family home. Surrounded by newly landscaped and hardscaped gardens this custom built 2 bedroom 1.5 bath condo is a seven minute walk to town center. A traditional farmers porch frames the entry. The oversized open plan living space has a gas fireplace, a separate dining area and opens to a large screened in porch overlooking the gardens. The chefs kitchen has stainless steel appliances and granite counter tops. Two good size bedrooms with great architectural details including skylights are located on the second floor along with a full bath. The master bedroom has double closets and a sliding glass door leading to a deck. An unfinished basement with full laundry would make a terrific office or media room. Central A/C & vacuum. Parking for 2 cars plus. Small 2 unit condo association.

 

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The 26 Alden Street Condominiums – The Most Exciting New Development In Provincetown

We are proud and excited to announce a new development here in the heart of Provincetown. The 26 Alden Street Condominiums at The Grace Gouveia Building.

Construction has started and completion is scheduled for late fall.

For more information on the project and to request marketing material please call or  click here to send us an email or visit 26AldenStreet.com.

 

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Listing Of The Week – Provincetown- Gorgeous Pool House

 

42 Off Cemetery Road is a four bedroom four bathroom home with 2,112 square feet and is being marketed for $1.199M. The beautifully landscaped grounds include a heated in ground pool, a hot tub and pool house.

 

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A surprising real estate find in Provincetown. Down a graveled private drive sits 42 Off Cemetery Road nestled in a group of three freestanding condominium homes surrounded by lush professionally landscaped grounds This traditional full Cape has four bedrooms and four full baths on three floors with 2,112 square feet. There is a large heated in-ground pool with full deck and landscaped surround and a pool house, hot tub and an outside shower.

 

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The main level of the house has an open plan living room with a gas fireplace, a dining room and kitchen, with oversized sliders to the pool area. The custom white kitchen has a large marble center island. There is also a charming den/bedroom with another gas fireplace on this floor. There is a full bath off the kitchen. Hardwood floors throughout, central air, wired for sound, and fully alarmed. The master bedroom is on the second floor, with a custom master bath and a gas fireplace. There is another guest bedroom with an en-suite bath on this floor.

 

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The lower level has an en-suite guest bedroom with a separate entry to the pool area. Full laundry, double on demand water heaters, storage refrigerator. There are two parking spaces and guest parking for the association.

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