Video of 672 Chestnut St | Needham, Massachusetts real estate & homes

http://www.NedMahoney.com - When luxury comfort and design all come together, the result is something truly awe inspiring -  all of this and more can be found in this New Construction Home in the exclusive South Street Estate area of Needham, Massachusetts
Natural stone accents the quality and attention to detail throughout this custom designed Cape Colonial built to a grand scale.  As you enter past stately stone pillars to this expansive stone front home - the lush landscape and stone pavers create an impressive yet warm and welcoming approach.  A solid mahogany front door adds to the formal entry and a spectacular two story foyer opens up to a curved second floor landing  and banister which accents the builder’s attention to every architectural detail.

Off the foyer is a powder room and a library with a coffered ceiling, recessed lighting and large windows over-looking exquisite landscaping.

The large formal living room with gas fireplace and French doors open to the covered front porch area great for entertaining and a nice touch and creative use of space which transitions you nicely between inside and outside spaces.

The dining room is grand enough to host any large gathering and french-doors lead to a lovely screen porch area - a comfortable space that defines the elegance and atmosphere of this special home.  A butler’s pantry is strategically located between the dining room and kitchen with a full sink and serving area as well as a large wine-frig and refrigerator draws which adds to the convenience of your entertaining experience.
 When you enter the kitchen, you can’t help but be blown away by the scale of the room and the dramatic openness and the distinctive features.  A huge bar height granite island top allows for a crowd to hang out in one of the favorite gathering spots of any home and this one is no exception – rich custom cherry wood floor to ceiling cabinets surround the perimeter of the room – with a more casual white painted custom cabinet fitting the interior space – dulling wood tones complement the overall design and top of the line stainless steel appliances are sure to be a favorite of the cook in the house,  A large Wolf cook-top and a custom detailed tiled backsplash, double oven Jeniare stoves, microwave and warming drawers - the kitchen is complete with a cappuccino/espresso machine so  you can brew your own fresh coffee, tea and hot chocolate.  The eating area is just perfectly placed and overlooks the private back yard landscape.
The dramatic space of the kitchen opens to the cathedral ceiling family room with floor to ceiling fieldstone fireplace - double hanging chandeliers fill the volume of the space with an elegant touch. French doors lead you to a generous size patio and a large level private back yard. You’ll also have access to the screen porch which also steps outside to a second rear patio area – this house was especially designed to enjoy both the inside and out. Smart house lighting technology allows you to preset your lighting preference for any occasion
A large master bedroom suite and with a luxurious master bath has his and her separate vanities and an oversized marble shower with large overhead rain faucet and frameless glass enclose, a jet tub is strategically situated to take advantage of private tree-top views  radiant heated marble floors.  Large custom fitted walk-in-closets.
There are a total of Five Bed rooms - each with their own bath room and custom fitted walk-in closets.  Conveniently located near the rear stair is a fully equipped laundry room with granite tops and ample cabinets.
The rear stair cases serves as an added amenity and a real convenience with easy access to the garage and mud room  ½ bath.

A large three car garage offers you plenty of room for cars and storage as well as direct access to the basement.

This home has been built with the best quality products available and outfitted with the best technology to environmentally conscious standards – a geothermal heating and cooling system allows the new owner to heat and cool this property at a fraction of what it would cost to heat and cool this home by oil or gas. By extracting the energy source from the ground by a process of circulating water through a series of wells - the result is a limitless heat source – the actual electric demands for this heating system are less than the demands to power lights and appliances throughout the home.  Yes you got it – you will save thousands of dollars a year that you would be otherwise spending on gas or oil – best part is that the cost of your heat will never increase like oil or gas.  Every attention to detail, luxury and efficiency has been captured in this beautiful new home.

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Video of 268 Melrose | Auburndale (Newton), Massachusetts real estate & homes

http://www.NedMahoney.com - When you think of the ideal commuter location, the Village of Auburndale in Newton Massachusetts is perhaps the worlds’ best kept secret - located close to route 30, 128 and the Massachusetts Turnpike and just a short walk to the commuter rail and handy to local bus routes to neighboring Waltham and Watertown and Cambridge plus nearby access to the Green Line Riverside T Station.  The Auburndale area retains a quaint friendly neighborhood atmosphere that makes it such an attractive place to live.


Auburndale Square is home to the the Turtle Lane Playhouse, and many small businesses –boutiques, shops and cafés.  The area is rich in history and has a rather interesting past - from 1930’s to the early 1960’s Auburndale was home to Nuremberg Park and the Totem Pole.


This is solid well maintained  two family home has been updated through the years with low maintenance replacement windows vinyl siding, a newer roof and updated gas heating systems.


The house sits attractively on the lot in a neighbor of well maintained classic looking homes.  As you enter you are greeted by an enclosed front porch, a nice place to entertain guest or just enjoy a nice summer evening.


You could refer to this one as your standard two family layouts until you step inside and see that this home is rich in detail with natural woods, high ceilings and generous built-ins.  A separate staircase takes you from the foyer to the second floor apartment – you are immediately drawn to the rich look of natural woods and high ceilings.  The second floor apartment layout is identical to the first with the exception of an additional room in the front of the house which is an ideal office and there is also a finished walkup attic with a bedroom otherwise the layouts and woodwork and built-ins you see are the same.


The living room is large with a bay front and opens to a large dining room with nice built-ins and a butler’s pantry which leads to the kitchen.  The kitchen provides for ample cabinet space. There are two bedrooms off the hall one being currently used as an office but also serves as a bedroom – there is a full bathroom off the hall between the two bedrooms which has been well maintained with a tile floor.


The attic or third floor area is a big surprise – this space has a large triple window over the staircase and skylights to really brighten-up the space.


This one is certainly above the crowd when you consider it comes with three finished floors a two car garage, a fenced yard and front enclosed porch.


The two family at 268 Melrose Street in the Auburndale area of Newton is a commuter’s delight and also an excellent investment opportunity – take a look at the numbers and see how affordable it is to live here while your tenant helps pay the mortgage.  A well maintained property in an excellent location along with today’s low rates makes this one a winner so don’t miss it!


Call Ned Mahoney today or contact him by texting  617-799-0566. For more about this home, Newton and Auburndale at http://www.MyTownNewtonMA.com


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1 Lakin Street | Needham, Massachusetts real estate & homes

http://www.NedMahoney.com - Needham, Massachusetts is an affluent, highly suburbanized community in the Greater Boston region. Ideally situated along the Route 128 corridor, the town offers a bounty of historic scenery, excellent public and private schools, a thriving economy, and plentiful opportunities for recreation and leisure. Characterized by a highly diverse population, the town promotes intercultural activities and multicultural awareness for residents and public school students alike.

This home at 1 Lakin Street in Needham offers the very best in what can be found in New Construction in the Needham area today. 

Located on a quiet cul-de-sac street, this walk-to-school neighborhood makes 1 Lakin Street the perfect choice for your new home.  The best news is it's ready for you to enjoy right now.  The builder has graciously labored over every selection and has consulted with a professional design team to be certain this home satisfies the fashion conscious standard that today's buyers have come to expect. Every detail and amenity has been carefully planned and selected to complement the design.

Quality and detail greet you as you step inside to a distinctive two story foyer with an impressive hanging chandelier and large palladium window – a solid mahogany banister and real inlay wood trim dress this entry way to the highest standard.  A sleek ½ bath or powder room is conveniently located off the front hall between the kitchen and garage. The garage offers some surprises as well – this one is heated with a built-in bench and storage for boots and shoes.  You'll also find entry from the garage directly to the basement is a great convenience for storage purposes.

Rich looking stained hardwood floors run throughout the first and second floors.

A stunning first floor den or library with coffered ceiling overlooks the front yard and quiet neighborhood landscape.

The formal living room and dining room are divided by elegant designed custom boxed style columns – the oversized dining room will comfortably seat everyone to enjoy special family gatherings. 

A large designer kitchen with custom cabinets and moldings that extend to the top of the 9 foot ceiling height is outfitted with the cook in mind.  High end stainless steel appliances and a stylish circular granite island top, under-counter cabinet lighting and loaded with storage space add to the practical function of the space.  This is an open, sleek, and comfortable space for the entire family – the slider provides access to a nice private yard and large patio area to enjoy a summer barbeque.

The family room is exquisite- with the ornate boxed columns framing the entry to a step down, coffer ceiling room with gas fireplace.  Truly a room you will enjoy.

This home has a great layout with 5 second floor bedrooms.  The spacious master bedroom suite  has his and her custom closets, Jacuzzi bath, cappuccino marble floors and oil rubbed bronze fixtures.

Just outside the master is a bedroom that could serve as a sitting room or upstairs den, or if you need it, that rarely found 5^th bedroom. The front bedroom has its own marble tile bath and the other three bedrooms share a large family bath which also has access from one of the bedrooms – this very flexible layout is appealing for any size family.

But wait, there's more – much more as you make your way to a surprisingly spacious 3^rd floor with two additional rooms and full size bath in between. Skylights flood these rooms with natural light.

This is truly an impressive home as well as the Best overall value in New Construction – it can't be beat on amenities, location or even the square foot price – with nearly 4,800 square feet of living space, 5 bedrooms and 4 ½ baths.  There is also a limited time financing incentive for the purchase of this home which will literally save you close to $100,000 dollars in the first few years.  Be sure you don't miss out on this one – it truly is an opportunity to have it all.

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16 Andrea Circle | Needham, Massachusetts real estate & homes

http://www.NedMahoney.com - Located just a short distance from Needham Heights, a quaint Village of

Needham, Massachusetts, which offers access to the Commuter rail, just a

20 minute Train ride to Downtown Boston - Convenient to both Route 128

and the Massachusetts Turnpike makes this an ideal commuter location.

Enjoy the best of both worlds at 16 Andrea Circle. This freestanding duplex

townhouse has the look and feel of a single family home. It was built in 2009

and looks and feels like new.

This property is the epitome of what most people see when they think of

an ideal dream house – open, spacious, sleek with sophisticated styling -

no wonder because the present owners paid careful attention to every detail

and selection that went into its finish - custom details certainly make the

difference when comparing it to any other - hardwood floors throughout

all three floors of living space. Three and 1/2 designer tile baths show the

best in quality with fresh European sleek styling. Radiant heated floors offer

maximum comfort underfoot.

The custom kitchen is outfitted to complement or maybe even test your

culinary talents. Top of the line stainless steel Bosch appliances add to the

contemporary and sophisticated design. Spacious granite countertops wrap

the perimeter of the kitchen and create the perfect island space overlooking a

comfortable open eating area. The whole area floods with bright natural light

from the many windows and slider that line the rear of this home. Step out

onto the deck and enjoy an afternoon barbeque with family and friends. An

awesome family room with fireplace finish the open L shaped floor plan.

A stylish 1/2 bath is off the front hall and a first floor den or bedroom with

full bath makes the layout flexible to comfortably accommodate guests or

provide for a fifth bedroom. An open foyer and hardwood steps lead to an

open second floor hall and four spacious bedrooms. The master is spacious

with a walk-in closet, bath with jacuzzi tub, oversized tile shower with

frameless glass door, double sinks, and granite topped vanity.

Off the open banister hall you'll find three additional bedrooms and spacious

tiled bath with radiate heated floors, an over-sized tub and laundry area

behind bifold doors. Bedrooms are all great size with hardwood floors and

recessed lights.

A third floor walk-up compliments the ideal layout. Oak steps lead you to an

open loft area with skylights, home theatre with surround sound stereo sound

system, and game room area. This wonderful home is located in cul-de-sac

street in a neighborhood of similar type properties. Live in the comfort of a

full size home of approximately 3,500 square feet with 4/5 bedrooms and 3 1/

2 baths surrounded by all the style and amenities that are not easy to find at

this price point.

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745-747 Boylston St | Newton Highlands, Massachusetts real estate

http://www.NedMahoney.com - It has been said that location is everything and such is the case with this 2 family home in Newton Highlands. This property is just a short walk to the Newton Highlands T stop and all the wonderful nearby shops and restaurants - located in the Bowen elementary school and Newton South High School districts. 

Both the price point and the location makes this an ideal property for an owner occupant as well as an investor. The property is a six over six room traditional two family style home with 2 bed rooms in each apartment. Front sunrooms had a bright and sunny cheer and the rear screen porches offer summertime enjoyment. The front entrance is a private entryway to each apartment which ensures the best in privacy and security. 

Each apartment has hardwood floors and fireplaces, eat-in kitchens and formal dining rooms. 

Recent improvements include a new roof and updated gas heating systems. Cheerful sunny apartments located in a convenient location makes for ease of living as well as easy to rent. Any don't just take my word for it. Take a look at the numbers and see how much cheaper it is to own this building than to rent from someone else. Live in one unit and have your tenant help pay your mortgage – this is truly your first step on the road to building your nest- egg – no better time to buy before interest rates and prices climb. This is the lowest priced 2 family to be found in the Newton Highlands today so don't miss it.

Newton Highlands is a village of Newton, Massachusetts. 

Newton Highlands' small commercial district runs along Lincoln St., perpendicular to Walnut St.  Numerous shops, boutiques, restaurants and cafes can be found in this quaint business district, along with the Green Line T Stop, with access to all of Boston and beyond.

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38 Ellis Street | Newton Upper Falls, Massachusetts real estate & homes

http://www.NedMahoney.com - Originally a mill village on the Charles River, Newton Upper Falls is tucked into a potpourri of eighteenth- and nineteenth-century architecture and a major National Historic Landmark— Echo Bridge--over the Charles River's Hemlock Gorge. Today, a large portion of the village is protected as a designated historic district. A sampling of antique buildings throughout the neighborhood offers a genuine feel of the fabric of an early-Newton Upper Falls. Home to the Hemlock Gorge and Echo Bridge, a large aqueduct turned pedestrian walkway over the Charles River. It is said to be the only village that has retained its original name from when the area was founded in the 17th century. It has over 150 homes on the historic register despite its small area. 

Charm and character abound in this early American colonial home with both Victorian and contemporary flair. Set among the tree-tops with incredible views of the Historic Echo Bridge and acres of conservation land, the Upper Falls Village of Newton Massachusetts is indeed a hidden jewel. 

Despite all of its connection to the past, the property is ideally located just minutes from route 9, route 128 and the Massachusetts turnpike. Just a short walk to the Eliot Green Line T stop makes a commute by public transportation to Boston a breeze. Easy living in this comfortable setting also offers some outstanding neighborhood shops and restaurants.  

Old and New come together nicely in the design and amenities of this gracious home. As you ascend the steps of this unique home you begin to appreciate its detail and rarely found warmth and charm. A wonderful surprise awaits you as you enter the front door to an open foyer and front stair with trick glass brick accenting the front entrance and stairs leading to the second floor. 

A large living room greets you off the impressive foyer with nice detail including a fireplace, high ceilings, and hardwood floors. Don't miss the newly renovated first floor powder room conveniently located just off the foyer area. 

A recently renovated kitchen with large island boasts granite counter tops and opens to a large dining room area large enough to host most any gathering. Out the side door of the kitchen, you step to an oversized deck, which will serve to please you and your guests once the snow clears and the bright warmer days of spring and summer arrive. 

Up the stairs to the second floor you follow the wall of glass which floods the home with natural light while providing its own curtain of privacy. 

The master bedroom is a private suite with a sitting room/ home office area and a separate bedroom area. Pamper yourself in a luxurious master bath – relax and take a leisurely soak in the tub while capturing the treetop views.  

Off the second floor hall is an updated family bath which serves as the second floor family bath. Spacious bedrooms offer plenty of room for a growing family. 

The home at 38 Ellis Street in Newton Upper Falls represents the very best that Newton has to offer – comfort, convenience and unmistakable charm - a wonderful place to call home. 

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69 Clarke Circle | Needham, Massachusetts real estate & homes

http://www.NedMahoney.com - JUST 2-year-old that's Better than New - this one was custom built for builder himself with ALL HIGH END FINISHES. Lovely stone pillars welcome you into this exclusive neighborhood. Truly a rare find in a sought after cul-de-sac that abutts Wellesley Country Club! Nearly 6,000 sq ft of Living space . Tray ceilings, deep moldings, real inlay detailing, 2 staircases, finished basement. Gorgeous light cherry kitchen opens to eating area, large family room. 3 CAR GAR - Hillside School, Move right in!

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