Union Square Somerville Infill and Small Developments

And in any case, let the developers fail on this if they build 400sf units that no one rents. I guarantee there will be a lot of 23 year old research assistants or whatever who don't want roommates but want to be close to work and in a good neighborhood. I've lived in less than 500sf in a very dense urban area when I was younger and it was exactly what I needed for the time being.
 
Justbuildit said:
And in any case, let the developers fail on this if they build 400sf units that no one rents. I guarantee there will be a lot of 23 year old research assistants or whatever who don't want roommates but want to be close to work and in a good neighborhood. I've lived in less than 500sf in a very dense urban area when I was younger and it was exactly what I needed for the time being.
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I don't think research assistants make 3k a month, let alone afford that in rent...

Size wise it would be just fine for one person. The 399 one would def be too small for more than one but the others you could probably make it work with two.
 
I’m definitely exaggerating but not by that much, I’ve seen people with just a few years of experience cross $100k when the market was hotter. My only point is it’s the developers’ game to lose, and in a rental market that’s underserved they’ll be quick to make concessions if they can’t move units. Build the adult dorms if you think you can rent them, my impression is there’s still demand in that segment.
 
Justbuildit said:
And in any case, let the developers fail on this if they build 400sf units that no one rents. I guarantee there will be a lot of 23 year old research assistants or whatever who don't want roommates but want to be close to work and in a good neighborhood. I've lived in less than 500sf in a very dense urban area when I was younger and it was exactly what I needed for the time being.
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Not so much RAs but new hires at anything in Kendall, yes.
 
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Yup, 4+5 are on Lake St. 6 is on Hawkins @ Lake. I couldn't tell if the alley next to the park will be publicly accessible or reserved for residents of "Union 436."
 
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Yup, 4+5 are on Lake St. 6 is on Hawkins @ Lake. I couldn't tell if the alley next to the park will be publicly accessible or reserved for residents of "Union 436."
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On walk to Market Basket, I think there was a sign that said the alley was open space.
 
Time Out named Union Square one of the 38 coolest neighborhoods in the world (I remember when Allston made this list a few years ago)!

www.timeout.com

The 38 coolest neighbourhoods in the world

Did your area make this year’s list?
www.timeout.com www.timeout.com

And some commentary about how Union Square is too expensive because it is more of a desirable place to live now:

www.wgbh.org

Union Square is one of the world’s ‘coolest neighborhoods.’ Residents say that has its downsides.

The Somerville neighborhood is a booming area filled with boutiques, restaurants and green spaces. Some say those changes aren't all positive.
www.wgbh.org www.wgbh.org
 
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