Loft Living

When you’re deciding to call a place home not every style speaks to everyone. Some people need a home that has high ceilings, and some need a home that has tons of natural light. Other people need a combo of high ceilings, natural light and walls to section off part of the home to define this as the bedroom, and this area as the dining area of the home, but others want a wide open space where the only walls that divide them are the wall that separates you from your neighbor. Loft living is just that a wide-open space that has no walls minus a bathroom. Loft Living is not for everyone and doesn’t fit every single person stage in his or her life. A loft space might work for a single person or a couple but not work if you want to start a family. In the real estate market if you’re on the hunt for a loft space you might figure out that you only have so many choices out there. There are more brownstone, duplex and townhomes available for homeowners or renters to find, but loft space there is only a handful on the real estate market to buy or rent. Here are a few on the market in Massachusetts that are available for someone to call home.

 

49 Munroe St U:305, Lynn, MA: East Lynn-Nest Forward

1 bed 1 bath Loft space offering 780 square feet of living space

12 feet Ceilings

Exposed Beam Work, Updated Kitchen, and bath, This listing is a Walkers Dream offering 94 walking score out of 100. Granite/stainless steel kitchen share an open space with a sizeable living room/dining room+shared washer/dryer on same floor+storage. Pet-friendly! 9.5 miles to Logan Airport. Easy access to Routes 1/1A/129/95. Excellent neighborhood associations!

Close to Commuter Rail Newburyport/Rockport Commuter Rail

$199,900

Condo Fee: $274

Condo Fee Includes Water, Sewer, Master Insurance, Laundry Facilities, Elevator, Exterior Maintenance, Extra Storage, Reserve Funds

 

165-181 market street U:14, Lowell, MA-BHHS Verani No. Andover

1 bed 1 bath Loft Space offering 1384 square feet of living space

open concept loft style townhouse in a historic brick building in the heart of the downtown area It boasts hardwood floors throughout, exposed brick and beams with high ceilings.Also a 7 ‘by 8’ skylight and one over the stairs to give you that outside feel. Custom cabinets in kitchen, too many features to mention.Easy to make it into a 2 bedroom by installing a wall with a door and add a closet in the den. Walk to stores and restaurants; boarding house park and Lowell auditorium for concerts.Enjoy walking around the city and visit various restaurants and stores.Close to the commuter rail and Umass and Middlesex College. Visit the Artist lofts and galleries as well as the popular Mill 5 complex. Make Downtown Lowell your next move to adventure. This unit is a Must See!

$265,000

Condo Fee $340.00

Condo Fee includes: Water, Sewer, Master Insurance, Security, Exterior Maintenance, Extra Storage, Refuse Removal

6 Min Drive to Commuter Rail Lowell Line or 15 Minute walk to the station.

 

441 Washington Avenue 2 Chelsea MA- Pioneer Realty Group

1 bed 1 bath Loft Space offering 1,115 square feet of living space offering 13 feet Ceilings

Converted School House Loft in Chelsea’s Prattville. Spacious 1 bedroom loft features 13 ‘ ceilings, exposed ductwork, and the closets are a woman’s dream! There is more than ample storage space, deeded parking, and a fully equipped kitchen with plenty of cabinet space. Conveniently located just off of Rt 16, and you can be in Boston in 15 minutes.

$349,000

Condo Fee: $250

Condo Fee Includes: Water, Sewer, Master Insurance, Elevator, Exterior Maintenance, Landscaping, Snow Removal, Refuse Removal, Reserve Funds

Close to MBTA Bus Stops 111 and 112

 

60 Dudley Street Unit 325 Chelsea MA- Centre Realty Group

1 bed 1 bath Loft Space offering 822 square feet offering 15-foot Ceilings

Desirable loft style condo at Spencer Lofts. What was once the former Buster Brown Shoe Factory is now a residing home to the Spencer Lofts Art Gallery and 100 converted to loft condos that bridge the gap between the modern era to the new age! This unit is located less than 10 minutes away from the airport and has quick access into the city. This loft has hardwood floors, granite countertops, wonderful tile work, and a bedroom that is recessed away on the other side of a magnificently crafted closet. These lofts offer additional features: genuine touches of industrial lofts, huge windows, your own parking space, a gas range, in-unit laundry, rooftop deck, forced air, central air, access to commuter rail and other forms of public transportation.

$365,000

Condo Fee: $325

Condo Fee includes: Water, Sewer, Master Insurance, Elevator, Exterior Maintenance, Road Maintenance, Landscaping, Snow Removal, Refuse Removal, Reserve Funds

Close to MBTA Bus Route 111, 112,116,117

 

10 Ocean Avenue Revere MA- Paragon Properties

1 bed 1 bath loft space with 11-foot ceilings offering 1,102 of square footage and deeded garage parking

buy into Revere Beach and live in a Manhattan style, pet-friendly loft, that FACES THE OCEAN before the prices soar! The ocean is what you see the moment you walk in the door through the oversized wall of Pella windows! With over 1100SF of open loft space, with a separate bedroom, you can tap your inner artist, use your imagination and build your dream. This cool, coastal sanctuary has 11 ft ceilings, a custom kitchen with granite counters and stainless steel appliances, Brazilian Cherry wood floors, custom ceramic tile bathrooms, laundry in the unit, COVERED, DEEDED PARKING

$369,000

Condo Fee $384

Condo Fee Includes: Water, Sewer, Master Insurance, Security, Elevator, Exterior Maintenance, Road Maintenance, Landscaping, Snow Removal, Extra Storage, Refuse Removal

Close to MBTA 110,117,119, 411 and Beachmont Blue Line Stop

 

51 Lafayette Street Salem MA- Experience Real Estate

2 bedroom 2 bath Loft with 12-foot ceilings along 2 parking spots

1,672 square Feet of Living Space

Downtown Salem only 5 blocks to commuter rail & 11 to Boston Harbor Ferry. Experience This Loft with 12′ coffered ceilings & 43′ view from your unit’s entry door to your exterior windows/wall, 2 bedrooms and a study, ample closets and storage, 2 Full Baths (1 Ensuite), maple floors, maple kitchen cabinets, granite counters, stainless steel finish kitchen appliances, high efficiency HVAC, in-unit Washer & Dryer, and custom paint and shelving throughout. Two elevators gated drive-through and entrances on two streets. Easy living at it’s best, the central skylit atrium and meeting space. FIRST FLOOR SHOPS – cheese and wine shop, curio shop, pizza parlor, cosmetics store, hair salon/spa, coffee house within A&J artisan bakery. NEIGHBORHOOD: restaurants, museums including the Peabody Essex, national landmarks, 1-mile river and harbor walk along water’s edge from Derby Lofts to Derby Wharf Light. Experience Living in the center of Destination Salem

$409,000

Condo Fee: $442.69

Condo Fee Includes:Master Insurance, Exterior Maintenance, Snow Removal, Refuse Removal, Reserve Funds

 

15 Kearney Square U:201, Lowell, MA: Downtown,-Earth Realty Co

1 bedroom 2 full bath Loft Space offering 1,474 square feet of living space

downtown Lowell’s newest high-end condo development. Our concept is unique from other developments. Here buyers select the desired ” raw space”, work with the developer & architect in designing a floor plan and custom building a “one-of-a-kind” loft to suit their needs and lifestyle.Generous allowances are given.Buyers work directly with our vendors in selecting cabinets, flooring, countertops, light fixtures, etc. (Gas log fireplace is . Unit 201 is front corner unit w/brick walls, beams, large windows, City & canal view is amazing, especially at night. The list shows 1 bedroom with office. The office can be an optional 2nd bedroom. This is a prime downtown location with all one can enjoy from urban living right outside the door. Parking available, for a small fee, @ city garage. Property tax & assessment not yet determined. Condo fee estimates.

$450,900

Condo Fee: $305.23

Condo Fee Includes: Water, Sewer, Master Insurance, Elevator, Exterior Maintenance, Snow Removal, Refuse Removal

7 Minute drive to Commuter Rail Lowell Line or 18 min walk to station

319 A Street Unit 504 Boston MA -Campion and Co

 

Loft Space 1 bath with High Ceilings.

sophisticated loft living in 48 modern, luxe residences. Kitchens and baths combine the durability of original industrial detailing with the functionality of updated systems. Soaring windows and high ceilings flood the interiors with natural light, while exposed brick and original wood beams infuse the residences with history and place.The rooftop deck offers an alfresco escape and views beyond the channel, while the covered drive-through helps you stay warm & dry on even the coldest days. In residences, polished chrome fixtures, zebrawood finish cabinets, and honed black granite countertops create a distinctive, contemporary urban feel. Completion Summer ’16.

527 Square Feet of Living Space

$605,000

Condo Fee: $503

Condo Fee Includes: Water, Sewer, Master Insurance, Elevator, Exterior Maintenance, Snow Removal

8 Minute walk to South Station Red and Silver Line

9 W Broadway Unit 513 South Boston -True North Realty

1 bed 1 bath Loft Space with parking

758 Sq feet of living space

Authentic Brick & Beam style meets Luxury Living in one of Boston’s premier buildings. Large factory-era windows welcome the warmth into every room of this luminous & inviting 1 bedroom loft. Open-concept kitchen w/stone countertops, NEW JennAire / Bosch appliances & ample cabinets/shelving, opens up into the expansive living room, framed by exposed brick, gorgeous hardwood floors, exposed sandblasted beams and built-in storage. Large Bedroom includes 2 built-in closets (one is reclaimed wood!) & BONUS former elevator shaft turned office. Spa-like bathroom features Grohe fixtures (oversized “Rainshower” & Handheld), Italian aqua tiles / vertical glass tile accents, Ronbow vessel sink & towel warmer. Other wonderful features include in-unit NEW Washer / Dryer, the combination of recessed & pendant lighting, 1-year young hot-water heater. 1 Garage Parking Space included. Association boasts concierge, newly updated gym, common 20,000 SF rooftop pool / terrace / grills & screening room!

$615,000

Condo Fee $446.00

Condo Fee Includes: Gas, Water, Sewer, Master Insurance, Security, Swimming Pool, Elevator, Landscaping, Snow Removal, Exercise Room, Clubroom

Close to Red Line Broadway Station less than 1-minute walk

 

881 East 1st Street Unit 401 Boston MA- Maxwell Associates

1 bed 1 bath Loft space with parking

1,068 Square Feet of Living Space

1 bed 1bath, also included with this super loft; parking space #27; off the street. High ceilings, gleaming hardwood floors, gas cooking, washer dryer in unit, Spectacular sunlight. Most convenient location in all of Boston to all major highways, South Station + Airport

$629,000

Condo Fee $324.00

Condo Fee Includes: Water, Sewer, Master Insurance, Elevator, Landscaping

Close to MBTA 9 and 11 Bus stops and Andrew Station Red Line

346 Congress Street Unit 414 Boston MA- Gibson Sotheby’s International Realty

 

1 bed 1 bath Loft Space offering 754 Sq feet if living space

this spacious loft located in fort point channel has hardwood floors, high ceilings, large windows, W/D in unit, central air, gas cooking, stainless steel appliances, concierge, a beautiful common roof deck with BBQ grill, an art gallery in the building along with an event space. Restaurant Barbra Lynch’s Menton, Sportello, and Drink is located on the premises along with many other restaurants within walking distance. Located just blocks from the new corporate headquarters for GE, this loft offers convenient access to transportation and more

$650,000

Condo Fee: $550.00

Condo Fee Includes: Heat, Hot Water, Gas, Water, Sewer, Master Insurance, Security, Elevator, Exterior Maintenance, Snow Removal, Refuse Removal

7 Minute Walk to South Station Silver Line and Red Line

 

717 Atlantic Avenue 6D Boston MA-Maxwell Associates

1 bed 1 bath Loft Space with 1,110 Square feet of Living space

CORNER LOFT ONE BEDROOM – ONE OVERSIZED BATH WITH JACUZZI TUB, GAS COOKING, FULLY APPLIANCED KITCHEN , TERRACOTTA CEILINGS WOOD FLOORS GETS GREAT LIGHT. WASHER DRYER IN UNIT. CLOSE TO DOWNTOWN AND SOUTH STATION. Authentic 1 bed 1,110sq/ft southwest corner LOFT condo unit located at former “Merchants Cold Storage Building” at 717 Atlantic Avenue. Features include soaring arched terra-cotta brick ceilings , Adjacent to South Station, Financial District & all major local highways!

$739,000

Condo Fee $493

Condo Fee includes: Heat, Hot Water, Gas, Water, Sewer, Master Insurance

2 Minute walk to MBTA Red Line South Station and Silver Line

 

210 South Street Boston MA-Maxwell Associates

1 bedroom 2 full baths offering 1347 square feet of living space in this sleek loft space

Enjoy the unique layout and dramatic corner exposure of this downtown Boston Leather District loft. The open floor plan and bright south-westerly exposure lend this unit an exaggerated sense of space+light. Original warehouse details include concrete ceilings and flared concrete columns, recalling this building’s industrial past. Beautiful pre-finished maple flooring

$899,000

Condo Fee: $748

Condo Fee includes: Heat, Water, Sewer, Master Insurance, Security, Elevator, Snow Removal, Exercise Room, Air Conditioning

5 Minute walk to South Station Redline and Silver Line

If you’re not sure if loft living is for you sometimes renting is a great way for you to try it out before you make a long-term commitment. Some of the listings featured for sale are also available for rent or have rentals available in the building. You won’t know if Loft Living is for you till you walk around in it and try it out. You have already started the process by reading this blog now you just need to contact me and leave the rest up to me.