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Boston's Beacon Hill Real Estate Description & Trends
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Where is Boston's Beacon Hill?
Bisected by Charles Street, Beacon Hill has two sections – the “Flat of the Hill” and the Hill (the South Slope and the North Slope, to some). Beacon Hill is tucked between the Massachusetts State House, the Boston Commons and Public Garden, the Charles River and the Back Bay. Beacon Hill is covered by zip codes 02108 & 02114 (use for your Ballast MLS Advanced Property Search).
Why Live in Boston's Beacon Hill?
Beacon Hill has long been Boston’s most exclusive neighborhood, with some of the area’s most noteworthy residing in its elegant brownstones punctuated by Victorian, Federal & Greek Revival period-architecture. Known for its narrow tree-lined streets and its elegant front doors, Beacon Hill has an understated tone that residents appreciate. The restaurants, antique stores, and upscale boutiques that line Charles Street add to Beacon Hill’s charm. A haven for long-time residents who wouldn’t consider living anywhere else, Beacon Hill is always a top destination for Financial District professionals who are seeking a property close to work or condo in the City.
Emerging Beacon Hill Real Estate Trends:
In Beacon Hill, customization is the norm. Many residents hire their own architects, designers, and builders to renovate existing brownstones – whether single family homes or condominiums. With no raw land left, Beacon Hill has experienced very little developer activity compared to that experienced in other Boston neighborhoods over the last 5 years. An exception to the norm, several developers have transformed several of the larger residential buildings on Charles Street, such as The Lincolnshire, to luxury condominiums to be customized by the purchasers.
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Beacon Hill Residents’ Neighborhood Favorites:
1. Favorite Boutique: WISH or Koo Di Kir (on Charles St.)
2. Favorite Gourmet Market: DeLuca’s or Savenor’s (both on Charles St.)
3. Favorite Hotel: Beacon Hill Hotel & Bistro
4. Favorite Breakfast/Brunch: The Paramount on Charles St.
5. Favorite Gourmet Pizza: Fig’s (Todd English) or The Upper Crust (Charles St.)
6. Favorite Italian Restaurant: Toscano's Restaurant
7. Favorite Martini: 75 Chestnut Restaurant
8. Favorite Upscale Lunch: Mooo Restaurant at XV Beacon Hotel
9. Favorite Beer & Darts: The Sevens
10. Favorite Pub: Harvard Gardens or Beacon Hill Pub (younger scene)
The Ballast Top Outdoor Picks for Beacon Hill:
1. Best Jog: From the Boston Commons to the Boston Public Garden
2. Best Outdoor Public Ice skating Rink: Boston Common Frog Pond
3. Best Public Tennis Courts: Boston Common Courts
4. Best Baseball/Softball Field: Boston Common Field
5. Best Sailing Center: Charles River Esplanade
All Beacon Hill page content written by Ballast Realty Agents and updated July-2010. Copyright Ballast Realty Group 2010. All Rights Reserved.
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