The Fenway/Kenmore neighborhood of Boston is best known for colleges and the Red Sox home field at Fenway Park. But in 2015, a new building project began that would give the neighborhood a new identity – the home of a new luxury condo building. In 2018, the project was completed: Pierce Boston, a gorgeous space that promises renters the very best of sophisticated city life.

Located at 200 Brookline Avenue, Pierce features 30 floors of high-end elegance and beauty, thanks to international architectural firm Arquitectonica and interior design by CBT Architects. With its modern glass exterior and its towering height (378 feet, making it the tallest building in the Fenway), the Pierce Building has quickly become an attractive fixture in this historic neighborhood.

Pierce Residences in Fenway/Kenmore

The Pierce building offers stunning views of the city, amenities like a rooftop pool, arcade, and 24-hour concierge, and a private entrance that leads to exclusive floors for renters. However, that’s all this property offers the community; its presence fulfills the original plans for the neighborhood.

When Fenway/Kenmore was established in the 1870s, it was believed that the neighborhood would be home to many high-end homes and that the area would become home to the most affluent Bostonians. However, the neighborhood took a different turn as academic institutions sprang up along the Fenway parkway. The result? Fenway/Kenmore became a hub for education and culture – which makes it one of the best places for today’s metropolitan renters.

About the Developers

Three developers took charge of developing Pierce Boston. They are Landsea Homes, a building company dedicated to creating sustainable and eco-friendly properties; Weiner Ventures, an investment and development firm that focuses on creating distinct urban environments throughout Boston; and Samuels & Associates, a developer that seeks to create inspiring spaces throughout the Fenway neighborhood. With these innovative developers working together, it should be no surprise that Pierce Boston is a vibrant and modern space where many Bostonians would love to live.

Interested in living in Fenway? Explore our listings for Pierce Boston!

 

Boston has long been a thriving hub of business, arts, and culture, but the city proved its worth in the 2010s. These past ten years have been a period of massive transition – and the latter half of the decade was marked by several new construction projects in the luxury condo space.

A City Under Construction

Boston’s period of progress started in 2015 with the opening of 22 Liberty, a gorgeous luxury condo development right on the Harbor in the Seaport District. The following year saw the rise of the Millennium Tower, a skyscraper that was once the tallest residential building in Boston before The Four Seasons was built. The next two years led to even greater developments - The Benjamin, The VIA, and Nema opened their doors in 2017, and 50 Liberty was constructed (right next to 22 Liberty) in 2018. 

Building on Previous Success

The luxury condo developments from 2015-2018 were certainly impressive, but they were just the beginning of Boston’s hot streak. 2019 was an incredible year for the luxury condo industry, with the completion of three stunning residence buildings in the past year alone.

Bostonians looking to live on the water flocked to Pier 4, a new property that was already 85% sold out by 2019 year’s end. The Four Seasons at One Dalton – which is now Boston’s tallest residential building - stands at an amazing 61 stories and gives residents a taste of life in historic Back Bay. While The Archer in Beacon Hill may not officially open its doors until later this year, this luxurious development is already seeing massive interest from would-be residents.

Forthcoming Luxury Condos

What is on the horizon for Boston’s real estate market? Luxury condos – and lots of them! The years 2020-2022 are looking to be just as bright for Boston’s upper crust, as many more developments are underway. 

In Seaport, condo hunters can look forward to the Echelon in 2020 and St. Regis in 2021. Those looking to live the modern life with a touch of old-fashioned charm can head to South End, where 100 Shawmut Avenue and The Quinn will be completed later this year. Luxury hotel and residences chain Raffles broke ground on their hotel and condo complex last year, with construction expected to be completed in 2021. And of course, those Bostonians that want to live in the humming Financial District can look forward to the opening of Winthrop Square Tower in 2022 (complete with a garage built by Millennium).

Which luxury condo will become your dream home? Browse our listings of these new properties today to explore pre-sale pricing.

 

Photo: Lookout Rooftop Bar 

As the temperature creeps even colder and the snow starts falling, many Bostonians may find themselves singing along to an old Christmas tune. But though the weather outside may be frightful, there’s certainly not “no place to go” when the city has so many incredible bars and hot spots you have to experience! 

The Boston Hot Chocolate Experience

If you pay a visit to the MET Back Bay during these chilly winter months, you’ll find that a pleasant surprise awaits. Restauranteur Kathy Sidell has brought back a popular seasonal menu item – flights of hot cocoa! For $14, you can sample four delicious and unique flavors (available with or without booze): a standard mug with marshmallow and whipped cream, nutmeg-spiced cocoa with coconut flakes, a pumpkin dulce variety with salted caramel and a churro for dipping, and a classic peppermint hot chocolate. 

When? 

November 29-February 13

Where? 

The MET Back Bay

279 Dartmouth St., Boston

The Lodge at Publico  

If this winter weather is making you dream of snow-topped mountains and cozy ski lodges, Publico is here to bring your dreams to life. The restaurant’s holiday-themed lodge is back for the third year, and it’s bringing with it all the cozy atmosphere you’d expect to find in Aspen. Head out to the atrium (don’t worry, the roof is closed) to visit a gorgeous, pine-filled winter wonderland, and make sure you enjoy all the tasty loge-inspired snacks and shots! 

When? 

Opens December 1st, 5 p.m. to close on Fridays and 2 p.m. to close on weekends

Where? 

Publico

11 Dorchester St., South Boston

Veuve Clicquot Ski Chalet  

Looking for a ski-lodge vibe without the shots? The W Boston hotel just the place for you. The Veuve Cliquot Ski Chalet is an elegant twist on the pop-up ski lodge, complete with a selection of wines from French Champagne house Veuve Clicquot. The Gallery restaurant has been completely transformed with plush pillows, cozy blankets, an elegant Christmas tree, and of course, a ski lift photo booth for taking the perfect selfie. Unwind and enjoy a glass of wine along with gourmet dishes from executive chef Elyssa DuBois.

When? 

Tuesday-Saturday, December 10 until March 7, 5-10 p.m. (plus weekend brunch hours)

Where? 

The Gallery at the W Boston

100 Stuart St., Boston

Lookout Rooftop Igloos

Sometimes, the most amazing part of winter is simply watching the snowfall – while you’re warm and cozy, of course! And for the fourth year, the Envoy Hotel is making it easier than ever for you to catch a glimpse of Boston under snowfall with its Lookout Rooftop Igloos. These LED-lit igloos (and the new 1,800-square foot enclosure nearby) offer space for up to 10 people, along with a selection of delicious small bites from executive chef Tatiana Rosana. Enjoy a fun night out with friends, and take in some of the best views of the city!  Make an igloo reservation here. 

When? 

November 7-TBD April, Tuesday-Saturday nights

Where? 

The Envoy Hotel

70 Sleeper St., Seaport, Boston

 

Since 1887, Raffles Hotels and Resorts has been a global leader in the luxury hotel industry. All of their properties, from the stunning Raffles Hotel in Singapore to Hotel Europejski in Warsaw, provide guests with the very best in glamour, adventure, and warm hospitality.  So, when it came time for the company to venture into the North American market, they wanted to find a neighborhood just as storied and iconic as they – and they found it in Boston’s Back Bay.

September 26, 2019, marked the official groundbreaking of Raffles Boston Back Bay hotel and residences, a mixed-use property that will stand at 40 Trinity Place, Boston, MA by 2021. This project marks the first North American property for Raffles, as well as their first collaboration with Trinity Stuart LLC (itself a partnership between Boston hoteliers Gary and Jeffrey Saunders of Saunders Hotel Group and developer Jordan Warshaw of The Noannet Group, together with their equity partner Cain International). 

The 33-story, $400 million+ property is expected to carry all the trademark glamour of its Raffles hotel kinfolk. The hotel boasts 147 guest rooms and six high-end food and beverage venues for guests to enjoy. The hotel will also offer a wealth of services and amenities, including a 20-meter indoor pool, a rooftop garden, a two-story sky lobby with a stunning view of Copley Square, and of course Raffles’ famous butler service. These exceptional features – as well as the hotel’s prime location near tourist hotspots like Fenway Park – should make Raffles Boston Back Bay hotel a must-visit spot for the city’s most affluent visitors.

However, this Raffles property will not simply serve as a new Back Bay hotel; it will one day be home to luxury-seeking tourists and cosmopolitan Bostonians alike. In addition to its hotel rooms, the property will offer 146 branded residences (seven of which will be affordable housing units), from pied-a-terre suites and penthouses to one- to three-bedroom homes. Raffles residents will also have access to all of the resort’s amenities, as well as exclusive membership in the company’s loyalty program.

In addition to the prestige and elegance, the new hotel is expected to bring to Back Bay, Raffles’ latest development will provide the community with over $22 million in public benefits through street improvements, their affordable housing units, and a $13 million contribution towards affordable housing opportunities in Boston. These efforts – as well as the company’s long history of excellence in hospitality – make it clear that Raffles Boston Back Bay hotel will be a wonderful addition to this historic community.

 

What do you get when detail-oriented architecture, design, and craftsmanship meet? The Four Seasons Private Residences at One Dalton. Real estate developer Carpenter & Company Inc. has pulled out all the stops for this luxury residence in Boston’s beautiful Back Bay neighborhood.  Standing 61 stories and 700 feet high, the eye-catching structure is the city’s tallest residential building. The 211-room Four Seasons Hotel occupies the first 23 floors while the upper floors house 180 ultra-high-end condominiums.

It’s not just height that sets One Dalton apart, however. The all-glass tower is shaped like an equilateral triangle, a design envisioned by distinguished architect Henry N. Cobb of Pei Cobb Freed & Partners.  Floor-to-ceiling windows offer broad views of the Back Bay skyline, the Fenway, the Charles River, the South End — and beyond to the Blue Hills. Residents can expect all of the top-end amenities of an ultra-luxury building, including on-site valet parking, two lounges, a health club and spa, and an owner’s only restaurant club on floor 50. The private lobby provides a doorman and concierge services. There are also two restaurants in the building, including Zuma — a Japanese izakaya-style restaurant beloved by Boston locals and tourists alike. In addition, residents will find the Back Bay area offers a plethora of dining and entertainment opportunities. 

This $750 million project marks yet another landmark achievement for Carpenter & Company Inc., which has an illustrious history dating back to 1898. The real estate developer — also involved in ownership, management, and brokerage — has established a noteworthy portfolio of innovative projects including hotels, office buildings, shopping centers, and more. Previous projects range from The St. Regis Hotel and Residences in San Francisco to the Four Seasons Private Residences in New Orleans. With the Four Seasons Private Residences at One Dalton in Boston, Carpenter & Company Inc. will expand its portfolio to encompass yet another stunning structure. 

If you want to call Boston's tallest residential building your home, contact us to find out more about One Dalton and schedule a private appointment to take a look in person.

Photo by: One Dalton

 

The Boston Seaport District is known for some of the best seafood restaurants in the city – for good reason. With direct access to the harbor, the local eateries in this area can get their goods fresh directly from the source. In the spring of 2020, this trendy neighborhood will welcome The Nautilus restaurant from Nantucket, which will be housed in the stylish Pier 4 Seaport luxury condo building. 

Nautilus Pier 4 promises to be more than just another seafood restaurant. It will bring a one-of-a-kind taste of Nantucket to Boston. The restaurant is known for flavor-packed plates that incorporate Asian and Latin American influences into traditional New England dishes. Favorites include Berkshire pork belly buns with herb salad and coffee mayo, tempura-fried East Coast oyster tacos, and a homemade udon noodle soup. Since chef Liam Mackey opened the first location in 2014, the restaurant has become synonymous with innovative, quality cuisine.

The Nautilus will join several other attractive eating and dining options in the Pier 4 building. Cisco Brewers, a Nantucket brewery and distillery, was located in Seaport this past summer and will re-open with a picturesque ice-skating rink in place of their beer garden. Another highlight in the Pier 4 building is Woods Hill, the new farm-to-table waterfront restaurant from Kristin Canty, a farm owner, and restauranteur. 

The Pier 4 luxury construction condo site is the ideal place to enjoy foods and drinks of all kinds. It boasts one acre of green space with water on three sides, access to Harbor Walk, and is just steps from the Institute of Contemporary Art. By combining public spaces and private residences, real estate development firm, Tishman Speyer has curated a true neighborhood feeling in the bustling Seaport District. With The Nautilus arriving in the spring of 2020, the Pier 4 neighborhood will welcome yet another valuable addition to the community. 

Kristin Canty, farm owner, and restauranteur will be bringing a new concept to the Seaport District – a farm-to-table waterfront restaurant that will be located at the Pier 4 luxury construction condos site.  Woods Hill Pier 4 will be Seaport’s first-ever farm-to-table restaurant, making it a very unique and innovative addition to the variety of upscale dining options in the neighborhood. 

Taking the place of where Anthony’s Pier 4 restaurant once stood, Woods Hill will be opening its doors for dinner tonight, November 26th, in Seaport, Boston.  Canty’s farm-to-table will provide a hospitable waterfront dining experience with 140 seats with a raw bar and an outdoor patio that will seat 40.  In honor of the legacy that Anthony’s has left behind, Canty plans to commemorate the many years of Anthony’s existence at Pier 4.

The developer of Pier 4, Tishman Speyer’s Jeff Wechsler said Woods Hill “will bring something original to the Seaport’s growing retail base.” Not only is Speyer bringing a meticulously designed luxury waterfront residence to Seaport, but also more retail tenants that will be revealed in the upcoming months “that contribute to the urban respite we’re creating on the waterfront.”

Enjoy the convenience of living at Pier 4 and having Woods Hill farm-to-table restaurant along with retail options on site.  Contact Elevated Residential for more information on the pre-construction luxury listings for waterfront condos.

For The Fallon Company, Boston is home. The award-winning real estate developer started here in 1993 — but since then, the company has taken its innovative visions further afield, establishing properties from North Carolina to New York. Now, The Fallon Company is returning to where it all began with the 22 Liberty and 50 Liberty projects in Boston's Seaport District. Each of these luxury developments is 14 stories tall and comprised solely of luxury condos: 22 Liberty features 109 units, ranging from studios to 3+ bedrooms and penthouses, while 50 Liberty features 120 units, starting from 1-bedrooms to 3+ bedrooms and penthouses. 

22 Liberty features an all-glass facade and floor-to-ceiling windows with jaw-dropping 270º views of Boston Harbor and the city. 22 Liberty houses two world-class eateries on the ground floor: Lola 42, the sister restaurant of the famed Lola 41 in Nantucket, is renowned for its sushi, while Mastro's Ocean Club features steaks and seafood, plus a piano bar with live entertainment. Just next door, 50 Liberty is designed by the acclaimed Elkus Manfredi Architects.  Likewise featuring floor-to-ceiling windows, the structure offers expansive views of water, city, and sky.  On-site restaurants include Committee, a Mediterranean restaurant from George Aboujaoude.

The Fallon Company has lived up to its reputation as a leader in mixed-use urban development with the 22 Liberty and 50 Liberty projects. The waterside buildings offer fast access to the Seaport District's communal outdoor green spaces, the six-acre Fan Pier Marina, the Harbor Walk, and a wealth of retail shops and restaurants. This seamless integration reflects The Fallon Company's focus on "transforming neighborhoods into cohesive, community-driven environments." Over the past 25 years, the developer has won numerous accolades for its work, receiving recognition from the National Association for Industrial and Office Parks, the Boston Redevelopment Authority, and the Real Estate Finance Association, to name just a few. One of the most active developers on the East Coast, The Fallon Company holds over $4 billion in real estate and represents over 6 million square feet of property.

Take a look for yourself. Contact Elevated Realty to arrange a private viewing of 22 Liberty or 50 Liberty.

Photo by: Echelon Seaport

When Cottonwood Management was looking for a location to establish its new East Coast office, Boston was the winning choice. The Los Angeles-based developer marked the move by building Echelon Seaport, a luxury development designed to reflect the buzzing energy of urban Boston life. Designed by world-famous architect Kohn Pederson Fox, it will consist of three 21-story residential towers covering a total of 1.3 million square feet. Located in the popular Seaport District, the project will comprise of 733 luxury condos and apartments. Two of the towers will house 448 luxury condos while the third will house 285 luxury apartments. Building the Echelon began in 2017 and the highly anticipated project will be completed in 2020.

With this endeavor, Cottonwood Management is establishing a new way of life — “urban resort living.”  Residents will enjoy a full slate of luxury amenities as well as resort-inspired extras including multiple outdoor terraces equipped with fire pits and gas grills, a golf simulator, wine tasting room, innovation center, and more.  When residents step outside, they will find a publicly accessible 19,000-square-foot landscaped plaza, perfect for relaxation. The three towers’ ground levels will encompass 125,000 square feet of restaurants and retail spaces. Meanwhile, the surrounding Seaport District (previously voted “hottest neighborhood in town” by Boston Magazine) offers bars, eateries, entertainment, and nightlife venues within walking distance. 

Echelon Seaport presents a great example of how Cottonwood Management continues a tradition of pushing the envelope with an innovative approach to real estate development. The developer is driven by its entrepreneurial, private equity roots to expose the full potential of cutting-edge projects like this one. It’s precisely this forward-thinking attitude that has allowed for great success: As of August 2018, Cottonwood Management recorded over $2.7 billion in assets under management. 

With construction to be completed next year, Echelon Seaport will soon be ready to welcome new residents. Trust the team at Elevated Realty to give you first access: Email us at info@elevatedboston.com to get on the VIP buyer list. You can also get more details about the building and schedule a showing by visiting Elevated Boston online.

What defines luxury real estate? For Pier 4 developer Tishman Speyer, it’s not just about swanky extras like waterside views and valet parking, but about offering residents the very best in terms of form and function. The Pier 4 luxury residence in Boston’s Seaport District delivers on both counts. Ideally located right by the waterfront, a lush one-acre harbor-side park, and the Institute of Contemporary Art, this meticulously designed building houses boutique residences ranging from one to four bedrooms.

Surrounded by water on three sides, the eye-catching structure features an innovative curved design, making each unit unique: No two-floor plans are identical. The building provides panoramic views of downtown Boston and the harbor. Each of the 106 ultra-luxury condos features floor-to-ceiling windows, and all of the penthouses have a private terrace. Residents have the luxury to enjoy the convenience of valet garage parking, 24-hour manned security, a five-star white-glove concierge, and an in-house fitness center. The structure also provides direct access to Boston Harbor, a ground-level restaurant, and boutique retail. 

Tishman Speyer has drawn on more than 38 years of experience and a global portfolio of expertise in both commercial and residential real estate to create this architectural gem. Some of the developer’s previous properties include the renowned Rockefeller Center and Yankee Stadium in New York; The Springs in Shanghai; Lumiere in Paris; and Ventura Corporate Towers in Rio de Janeiro — to name just a few.  Operating in 29 markets, across 5 countries and 4 continents, Tishman Speyer is bringing an internationally-minded vision of first-class real estate to downtown Boston with Pier 4. A focus on sustainability and practicality underlie the stunning design that makes the developer’s signature properties stand out from the crowd: Pier 4 is LEED® Gold certified, a globally recognized achievement of sustainability.

If you are looking for a true one-of-a-kind home in the heart of Boston, Pier 4 in the Seaport District is ideal.  Learn more online and book an appointment with one of our agents for a showing of Pier 4.