691 Mass Ave | South End

Re: 691 Mass Ave

Let's see how it all fits together a couple of years from now -- a few observations from these drive by pix:
1) we are never going to see raised entries again until robotics triumphs over stairs

2) the fencing is nice to have where it was supposed to be there as in the case of the steps in the original Victorian era buildings -- I don't think that it is essential to modern construction as the beds do provide some ornamentation and separation

3) I think that the current flower beds need a lot of maintenance -- perhaps they could be replanted with more small shrubs and perenials -- i will have to check this with my wife who is a master gardener

4) the overall effect seems imminently pedestrian friendly in a neighbor walking by enroute to work or shop kind-of-way

5) to be more Euro-style the street needs some small shops
 
Re: 691 Mass Ave

Yesterday:

6042416142_d54febca4e_b.jpg


6042417292_a12ee07d77_b.jpg


6042416694_9e4aa72a87_b.jpg


6042417850_9fac5a37eb_b.jpg


6042418878_c17eec3d52_b.jpg


6042419746_df64b78732_b.jpg


6041873739_35c48abf20_b.jpg


6041872809_e96405af84_b.jpg
 
Re: 691 Mass Ave

whighlander said:
Let's see how it all fits together a couple of years from now -- a few observations from these drive by pix:
1) we are never going to see raised entries again until robotics triumphs over stairs
Click to expand...

Good observation...that didn't even click until you mentioned it. It would be interesting to see what kind of raised entries we could have for the "modern classic" style that they went for here...though it would probably just end up being precast concrete.

Still, it would be cool to see some raised entries. Judging from Boston & KZ's great shots, the lack of a raised entrance is the true "break" in the classic street wall.
 
Re: 691 Mass Ave

I like the prominent 2011. Not enough new buildings list their completion date
 
Re: 691 Mass Ave

Building is complete, condo closings have taken place.
 
Re: 691 Mass Ave

how are the sales? are you the one handling it?
interior shots?
 
Re: 691 Mass Ave

Nopee, I'm not handling them nor have I closed any deals there. ::sadface::

Only two closings have hit the registry, so far. Another 7 are showing as under agreement in MLS. Ten are listed for sale.

Don't read too much into that; with new developments, the sales team will often put just a sampling of listings online. I don't know how many have actually gone under agreement or been sold.

There are 40 units in the building, of which (at least) 2 are "affordable". Buyer must meet the following criteria: *1 person income Max $67,550 - 2 person combined income Max $77,200 - Total combined assets of household can't exceed $75K*

It's interesting, at least four units are already listed for rent. It's possible that investors are the ones buying the condos, presumably for cash, and renting them out.

Rents on the one-bedrooms are between $2,100 and $2,500 per month.
 
Re: 691 Mass Ave

found some interior shots from RE websites.

6215401170_3fb5f9fab9_z.jpg


6215401156_b35e760fbd_z.jpg


6214886401_8fc793033c_z.jpg


6215401138_3b94b0bd6c_z.jpg


6215401084_4e519c6ed3_z.jpg


6214886463_53b2017287_z.jpg


6214886439_417123a7a9_z.jpg


6214987573_58c61ee304_z.jpg


6215400982_10520a580e_z.jpg


6214886377_40968e9a1f_z.jpg


6214886105_c2eb103322_z.jpg


6214886069_60e6f13d38_z.jpg


6215400516_4d450bbbfd_z.jpg


6214885783_b51179f6d6_z.jpg


6215400342_d94d19c5ab_z.jpg


6214885603_101a6364ce_z.jpg


6215001701_8f43742871_z.jpg


6215001663_15dbab4dfa_z.jpg


6215517716_c807e91fbf.jpg


6215517596_dcb5682678_z.jpg


6215517504_8b95b08ac1_z.jpg


6215517374_fc83c59f6f_z.jpg


6215001113_0de841a054_z.jpg
 
Last edited:
Re: 691 Mass Ave

the staging looks so typically bad... why don't people put in more effort..overall, the interiors looks ok..
 
Re: 691 Mass Ave

Whats with the ugly ass shower tile? Is it 1972?
 
Re: 691 Mass Ave

Fencing was added to the front gardens.

The bathrooms look like a Duravit catalog shot.
 
Re: 691 Mass Ave

i guess the 2010s is not unlike the 70s and gradient is the hottest thing in architecture..
 
Re: 691 Mass Ave

I really like the pixelated shower tiles as well. Very contemporary. I like it better in that grey/white scheme over the green scheme.
 
Re: 691 Mass Ave

yea, the green pixels will be better with white floor and wall tiles.
 
Re: 691 Mass Ave

Those rooms look of half-decent size. How much are condos going for here?
 
Re: 691 Mass Ave

Your real estate agent available to answer every question!

There are multiple units left in the 40-unit building. Many are in the low-mid $300,000. A fifth-floor ~616-square foot one-bedroom is listed at $335,000, for example.

I coincidentally emailed the listing agent today b/c I noticed that at least 2 units had had their prices dropped by 10-20 thousand, presumably b/c they want to sell out if they can before the turn of the seasons. I also noticed that there are a bunch of rentals in the building. I don't know if that was by design or if many people who bought are investors who are renting them out. Rents are running $2,000 - $2,200 according to the data I see. (For one bedrooms.)

There is at least one "affordable" unit, $229,100:

Buyer must meet the following criteria: **1 person income must be over $54,050 with Max $67,550 - 2 person combined income must be over $61,750 with Max $77,200- Total combined assets of household can't exceed $75K** Subject to BRA approval of eligibility application. Asset, Use & Occupancy Restrictions & Minimum Income Limits Apply.
 
Re: 691 Mass Ave

which is better, the modern 2 or 691?
location, design, finishes etc?
 
Re: 691 Mass Ave

Gotta love the overhangs over the exterior doors that offer no protection from rain or snow. What's the point?
 
You must log in or register to reply here.

Back
Top