Getaway in the City

by on April 15, 2010

Okay, last post we were raving about seaside condos, dreaming of sand, sun, clear water, and a cute little terrace. Anyways, this week we’re back to the city. We received a wonderful description of this city unit, situated in what seems to be the perfect area: peaceful when necessary, lively when wanted. Check it out:

“One of the things I enjoy and love about my condo is the very spacious, well lit and intelligent design of a conveniently situated habitat in the heart of one of the most energetic places of the city. It is a smart two bedroom, and one bath place with a twenty second floor view of the happenings at this beautiful location. The elegant walls are painted off-white and the kitchen has a nice contrast of wooden cabinets and elegant counter tops. It is quiet enough so that Sunday afternoon naps are enjoyed, but noisy enough to let me know when the action is happening and it’s time to visit the friendly neighbors for a friendly social chat.

A very nice and enclosing feature, this condo has high ceilings and a huge bay window that really brings the place to life. The sunshine lights up the atmosphere brilliantly—perfect for enjoying a good book, sipping a glass of wine…whatever I need to take my mind away from the mundane tasks of work, or the routinely endeavors of life. This condo is the right place to enjoy a nice, peaceful evening with my better half and an excellent excuse to have my buddies watch the game and enjoy their company.”

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Charming Seaside Condo

by on April 13, 2010

Here at Find Jamaica Plain Condos, we’re generally pretty content with the condos in our neck of the woods. Heck, we think JP has some of the best condos in the Boston area. Sometimes, though, we can’t help but yearn for what this reader has: a condo along the seaside! Go ahead, read and imagine:

“I had always dreamed of owning a vacation home by the sea. As soon as my family could afford half the amount, we took out a loan to purchase a beach-side condo. As part of a major complex consisting of 22 building units, we have a lot of friendly neighbors who are always ready to lend a helping hand. Each unit has 4 apartments with a joint terrace at the top. Our bright and spacious condo is on the top floor, with an unobstructed view of the beach and the sea. It has two bedrooms: a larger master bedroom and a smaller spare room. Both bedrooms have attached baths, walk in wardrobes, and queen sized double beds. We had to purchase our own furnishings and fittings, but this is something we preferred to do anyway. The kitchen is fully equipped for gourmet cooking. The stove is electric. In addition, each unit comes with an outdoor grill. The complex itself is beautifully landscaped, with plenty of garden area, park benches, a small play area for children, and a path for joggers and skaters. There’s a clubhouse with table tennis and pool tables, a common swimming pool, gym, and even a library.

We were fortunate that an old school friend who was leaving the country mentioned her condo to us, which is when we set about raising the money to purchase it from her. I prefer this condo to all my previous accommodations—it’s not as secluded as a house and yet not as crowded as a normal apartment in a building or a dormitory. Truly, in effect, a dream home.”

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Simply Stated

April 11, 2010

Hey folks! We’ve received another testament to the beauty of condos. Actually, we liked this message because it’s simple, yet still sounds really genuine and honest. This reader shares her favorite and least favorite aspects of condo living. Check out what she had to say:
“I currently live in a condo that I own, and have [...]

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Destined for Cape Cod

April 9, 2010

What’s one of the best things about living in Massachusetts? Cape Cod, of course! Whether you live in Jamaica Plain or all the way out in Pittsfield, MA…Cape Cod is just a short drive away. It’s also great if you have a permanent place in the city and then a fun summer condo near the [...]

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Sunday River Condo

April 7, 2010

Well, we’re here to continue spreading the love for (north)east coast condos! Sure, a sunny, fair-weather condo in Florida sounds nice…but what about a cozy fire-warmed condo in Maine, especially one nestled against Sunday River ski resort mountain? We enjoyed reading a description of this condo, and hope you do as well! Check it out:
“My [...]

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Longwood Condo

April 5, 2010

We just received this cool e-mail from one of our readers in Longwood. Seems like he’s really enjoying his condo:
“My condo is located in Longwood (Boston, MA), right outside of Harvard Med. It’s a medium sized condo, shared with three other students. Though the single condo houses four people, it never seems to lack space. [...]

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International Condos

April 3, 2010

Hey all! We’ve been receiving a good deal of e-mails from our international readers. Today, we want to feature some of their thoughts, stories, and messages about their experiences with condos. We feel this is a testament to condos and their versatility. You can find a condo you want no matter where you are in [...]

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Boston Freedom Trail

April 1, 2010

Ah yes, Boston’s historic appeal. People sure love the city for it’s rich history. Check out one of our newest stories about Boston’s famous Freedom Trail:
“My favorite memory of Boston is from when I was about 14 years old. My friend and I were working on a school project involving a timeline of the revolutionary [...]

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Visiting Boston

March 30, 2010

Hi all! We’ve just received a great story from someone about falling in love with the simplicity and old town charm of Boston. Check it out:
“When I was 13 years old, I went on a trip to Boston with my friend Laura and her mom. Laura’s grandmother lived in Boston, so they were both used [...]

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The Boston Pops

March 28, 2010

Boston has so much to offer, especially when it comes to the arts. With so many museums, theaters, and orchestras, there’s always something exciting happening. The Boston Pops Orchestra, a world-renowned group, is one such example. Check out this reader’s rave review of the Boston Pops:
“I recently had the wonderful opportunity of visiting Boston for [...]

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