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JUNE 16 - 22, 2018 SERVING BEACON HILL, BACK BAY, , SOUTH END, PLAIN, CHARLESTOWN, NORTH END/WATERFRONT, DOWNTOWN, SOUTH , DORCHESTER & Fine features in Charlestown home BY BARBARA FORSTER AND WAYNE BRAVERMAN HOME PORTRAIT STAFF WRITERS

lthough Monument Avenue in Charlestown depicts some of the Afinest and most impressive examples of 19th century townhomes, one of the dwellings in this tree-lined, gas-lit village is in a category by itself. Featured on the Charlestown’s Preservation Society House Tour, this historical home has a fascinating story. According to Ellen Kitzis, President of the The living rooms at Vita are large, Charlestown Preservation Society, John and comfortable and feature plenty of Charles Wilson were brothers. They pur- windows. COURTESY PHOTO/RESIS chased three parcels and split them equally, affording an over-sized lot for both of them. The five-story sunlit home at 49 Monument Ave., built in 1855 for John B. Wilson, a New condo respected contractor, and his wife, Mary, is extra wide, flourishing fabulous features fash- community ioned with the highest quality in design, materials and craftsmanship. coming to JP One of the three bedrooms in this home has a striking exposed brick wall accented with double Continued on page 28 crown molding and detailed bump boards. COURTESY PHOTO/HAMMOND RESIDENTIAL REAL ESTATE

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here’s a contemporary condo- South End townhouse offers flexibility minium community coming Tto Jamaica Plain. Located BY MARILYN JACKSON right in the heart of this growing CORRESPONDENT neighborhood, Vita is the newest place where coming home is an experience you will not want to fine South End townhouse at 161 West miss. Brookline St. between and The 82 stylish AWarren Avenue reflects an architectural homes at Vita has lots of building transition from bow front brick homes with high amenities such as garage parking, stoops toward the north and houses with shorter electric car charging stations and flights of stairs and flat facades toward the south. secure self-storage/ bike storage to This home, built in 1850, has a flat façade with a make life safer. The building is pro- distinctive four-bay oriel. Black sills and lintels fessionally managed and provides frame the nine-over-nine windows with black shut- concierge services. ters. Need a car to leave town? No Cast iron railings line the granite steps to a problem because Zipcar is on the recessed columned entry with double doors with premises, making life around the decorative ironwork and a colorful transom above. world accessible. Adjacent to the stairs are steps that descend to an The homes sit right above first interesting garden with a water element and a sepa- floor retail stores, including a state- rate entrance to the lower level of the home. Greg Jackson and Calvin Arey of Coldwell Continued on page 22 The second floor living room of 161 West Brookline St. in the South End features a four- window bay and a wall of built-ins. COURTESY PHOTO Continued on page 18

LUXURY RENTALS — PAGE 39 LIVING AT THE RITZ — PAGE 12 Page 22 BOSTON HOMES: THE COMPLETE GUIDE • www.linkbostonhomes.com Week of June 16 - 22, 2018 Vita condos under construction in Jamaica Plain Continued from page 1 of-the-art Planet Fitness with complimentary initiation membership. A spacious roof deck has grills and a fire pit – the perfect place for enjoying fun with fami- ly, friends and neighbors. Another pleasurable feature is the residents’ clubroom with com- mon Wi-Fi. People who call this place home will also relish the community room and community garden. For the four-legged members of the family, Vita has a pet-friendly spa. From the boutique amenities to the roof top experience and everything in between, all of this, and more, will make “coming home to Vita coming home to life.” These homes are exclusively listed by New homeowners will have three kitchen cabinet color choices, a variety of The units have open floor plans and walk-in closets. The ceilings are high and RESIS, which reports that 20 percent of the kitchen hardware selections and the ability to upgrade bedroom floors to the windows are large. residential units have already been sold. That complement the wood in the main areas. COURTESY PHOTOS/RESIS is not really a surprise since a huge percentage of properties in JP has been selling higher stylish with custom cabinetry, quartz counter- Inside, the units have open floor plans and is small enough to generate a boutique feel than the asking price and the supply can’t tops, lustrous baths with glass shower enclo- walk-in closets. Many of the homes have an and a warm sense of community, yet large keep up with the demand. Jamaica Plain is a sures and wood floors throughout the com- en suite master bathroom with double vanities enough to support key amenities without high neighborhood that is getting a lot of attention. mon living areas. and large walk-in showers. condo fees. At Vita, one-bedroom units, with or without During the construction period, new home- Adding to the spacious feeling of these con- Jamaica Plain – a place where people are a study, start in the $400,000s while two-bed- owners have a lot of options to personalize dos are ceilings that rise up to just over nine called to live, work, and play – has a lot of room condos start in the $600,000s. For their space with assortments and upgrades to feet tall in addition to many large windows. personality and one-of-a-kind shops and homes with two bedrooms plus a study and choose from. For example, there are three Those living on the upper floors will enjoy restaurants, which is what more and more for those with three bedrooms, prices start in kitchen cabinet color choices, a variety of engaging views of the city. home shoppers are looking for when consid- the $800,000s. kitchen hardware selections and the ability to The list of penthouse upgrades includes ering where to live. The homes at Vita bring a lot of much need- upgrade bedroom floors to complement the custom kitchens with chimney hoods, built-in Residents are going to appreciate the loca- ed inventory to this hot market. Construction wood in the central areas. Another benefit to microwaves and a beverage center, hardwood tion. It is close to major transportation routes, is expected to be completed next year, but for purchase during the construction phase is to floors throughout, a custom closet fit-out and including the bus line that serves popular homes with this quality of workmanship and lock-in the desired location of the unit. Wireless Sonos® Sound System. Washers Washington Street with its many trendy shops prices that would run much higher if this con- Many of the homes have private outdoor and dryers are included. and fabulous restaurants. dominium community was being built in balconies or terraces – great for sitting outside Inviting guests for a visit? They will appre- For longer journeys, it’s a short walk to the other parts of the city, it’s worth the wait. to enjoy a meal or just savor the views of this ciate the ample guest parking. Forest Hills commuter train to reach Back Bay These pet-friendly residences are sleek and vibrant neighborhood. With 82 homes of unparalleled luxury, Vita and South Station destinations. Or catch the MBTA’s Orange Line at Forest Hills or Green Street to head to , the Tufts Medical Center, or North Station. JP is also great for those who enjoy peddling their way around with easy access to the Southwest Corridor Bike Path. For those who value open spaces and nature, Vita is situated within a triangle of some of Boston’s most impressive and popu- lar parks: the Arnold , and Zoo, and the Jamaic- away/ – once described as the “Eden of America” – are great places for jog- ging, biking, enjoying morning yoga and just simply being outdoors. Vita – JP’s newest place to “live it up” will The 82 stylish condominium homes at Vita sit right above first floor retail Vita residents will love the spacious roof deck with grills and a fire pit – be hosting an open house on Sunday, June 17, stores providing residents additional amenities. perfect for enjoying fun with family, friends and neighbors. from noon to 2 p.m.

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