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Home Of The Week

Sunday, December 16, 2012

Home of the Week: 8 Denton Terrace

This lovely traditional Roslindale colonial is available for purchase or as a rental.

Editor's note: The home of the week article rotates between Roslindale and West Roxbury homes. Vintage Roslindale. That is the immediate impression that will come to mind when first viewing this lovely 105 year-old Gambrel colonial on Denton Ter. Many of its period details have thankfully been preserved with original moldings, French doors and layers of rich wood throughout each room. It also offers an incredibly spacious and versatile floor plan with 2,400 square feet of living space throughout eight rooms and three levels, effectively using every viable space within its generous footprint. The thorough planning and building of this home with limiting this floor to only three rooms allowed for liberal dimensions and its occupants to …

Sunday, December 9, 2012

West Roxbury Home of the Week: 82 Partridge St.

This beautiful West Roxbury ranch has been impeccably maintained and received many valuable updates and renovations.

New residents of this West Roxbury ranch have the luxury of moving in and immediately settling down within its well maintained walls. Built in 1960, this property offers an advantageous solid foundation, which, coupled with the owner's conscientious preservation, this residence that will not only provide years of shelter and security, but also a comfortable and welcoming haven. With its beneficial ranch style, two 12 x 11 square foot bedrooms and a full bath are conveniently located on the main floor for residents who prefer or require single-floor living. This level also contains a lovely 16 x 12 square foot fireplaced living room with a bay window drenching the space in natural sunlight, a neighboring 11 x 12 square foot intimate dining …

Sunday, December 2, 2012

Home of the Week: 18 Maria Lane

This sturdy Roslindale ranch is an exciting opportunity to purchase a quality and attractive property that will last and evolve through generations.

Editor's note: The Home of the Week article rotates between Roslindale and West Roxbury homes. This traditional brick ranch truly speaks to the prospective homebuyer who not only admirers the craftsmanship of Boston's rich residential history but also appreciates the charm and character of this neighborhood's mature residences. This 55 year-old property has the experience of securing its residents for over half a decade and other than some needed work down the road, this retro-chic property is the perfect canvas for the savvy homebuyer who recognizes the value of solid bones with significant updates. Its convenient single-level floor plan will appeal to many many potential owners with both bedrooms and a full bath easily accessible on the …

Sunday, November 25, 2012

Home of the Week: 47 Keystone St.

This vintage colonial is a perfect representation of West Roxbury's rich residential history.

The long-time owners of this classic West Roxbury Tudor colonial have found security and refuge within its walls and well-established neighborhood for many years and once Patch subscribers have finished reading this descriptive narrative, its charm and appeal will be unmistakably apparent. Its traditional exterior architectural lines are the perfect introduction to its vintage roots while inside layers of quality craftsmanship and design are gradually unveiled with rich woods, elevated ceilings and seamless floor plan. The first level is comprised of four common rooms, beginning with a warm, fireplaced living room that welcomes guests through the front entry. The country kitchen has been nicely updated with upgraded cabinetry and …

Sunday, November 18, 2012

Home of the Week: 192-194 Orange St., Unit 1

This newly remodeled Roslindale condominium is both a smart and beautiful purchase.

Editor's note: The Home of the Week feature alternates between West Roxbury and Roslindale homes. This lovely structure may have been built over 90 years ago, but with its extensive renovations this year, its new residents will feel as if they have just moved into a modern contemporary condominium. Every facet of this home has been refurbished to reflect today's modern styles and conveniences, but historical admirers will be pleased that a few vintage features were thankfully preserved to reflect its vintage spirit. This first-floor unit offers 900 square feet of living space, however, with its open layout, elevated ceilings and warm, neutral tones, the dimensions appear much larger. Residents of this condominium enter from their private …

Sunday, November 11, 2012

Home of the Week: 0 Constance Road

This beautiful eight-room home is a rare chance to purchase new construction in West Roxbury.

This stunning and spacious colonial is a great opportunity to purchase new construction in West Roxbury. At approximately 3,000 square feet, the dimensions are admiringly generous, but potential homebuyers will also be impressed with the quality craftsmanship, premier materials and handsome details that went into the design of this home. Additionally, this property offers a beautiful, open quarter of an acre of land, a rare commodity in a Boston neighborhood. The 28 x 16 square foot eat-in gourmet kitchen is far worthy of first mention with its inviting, fluid design granted by its center island with bench seating and oversized dining area. It also boasts top-of-the-line culinary accessories that will enhance any level cook's creations. …

Sunday, November 4, 2012

Home of the Week: 23 Haslet St., Unit 3

This attractive top floor condominium unit offers a peek into Roslindale's realty past and offers many modern, creative touches.

Editor's note: The Home of the Week article alternates between Roslindale and West Roxbury homes. Three condominium units make up this vintage 92 year-old Roslindale colonial and while each residence has been beautifully reconditioned and upgraded, they still reveal and reflect the structure's rich historical roots. Period architectural lines provide a unique and solid foundation to compliment today's design preferences while rich woods in the hardwood floors and crown moldings initiate warm settings and declare the home's epoch stature. The current owners have decorated the unit perfectly with respect to its past yet have preserved its characteristic features to offer an eclectic mix of the past and the future. The top floor, two-bedroom …

Sunday, October 28, 2012

Home of the Week: 44 Maxfield St.

This impeccably maintained home in the heart of Bellevue Hill preserved the features of its past and combined them with today's modern conveniences to offer the perfect eclectic home.

This unwavering, secure colonial has proudly stood its ground within the heart of Bellevue Hill in West Roxbury for 87 years. Its classic architectural lines and exterior features, such as the enclosed portico, stone wall and manicured plantings, all contribute to its traditional stance and posture that many West Roxbury residents have admired and respected. Inside, those expectations are completely fulfilled with vintage moldings, wood accents, charming built-ins and cozy little nooks. Those little touches are immediately evident as French doors from the front foyer open into a lovely front-to-back 22 x 12 square foot living room with a hand-carved mantel. A 12 x 12 square foot dining area provides the perfect setting for formal and …

Sunday, October 21, 2012

Home of the Week: 107 Aldrich St.

This traditional colonial offers current comfortable accommodations but also comes with many expansion possibilities.

Editor's note: The house of the week alternates between Roslindale and West Roxbury homes. This classic colonial on Aldrich St. is a quintessential model of Roslindale's rich real estate market. Curbside, it proudly displays its period architectural roots and its freshly painted chocolate brown exterior and contrasting white moldings stand out amidst its neighbors. Its newly painted interior and gleaming hardwood floors also boast a home that has been lovingly cared for and restored by its current owners. A traditional farmer's porch warmly welcomes guests into its fold as well as providing an enchanting setting to watch the changing seasons. The stained glass doorway reveals a glimpse of the vintage magic that waits inside, beginning with…

Sunday, October 14, 2012

Home of the Week: 289 Vermont St.

This lovely traditional colonial offers both structural integrity and solace to its new owners.

Editor's note: The home of the week article alternates weekly between Roslindale and West Roxbury homes. Purchasing a comfortable, warm and welcoming home is usually at the top of any homebuyers wish list. Finding one as meticulously maintained and frequently updated is the icing on the cake. This lovely center entrance colonial on Vermont St. in West Roxbury has been granted both of these significant advantages and so much more, all awaiting for its next fortunate owner. Both its interior and exterior exhibit the home's rich history and charm with its vintage details and architectural touches. The open entry foyer graciously welcomes and guides guests into an inviting 12 x 19 square foot fireplaced living room and a cozy adjoining 5 x 17 …

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