Tag Archives: jamaica plain

Quick Hits

Posted on August 15, 2014 by BJ Ray

Today’s Quick Ten: B Thoughts, facts, rumors & opinions from trenches of the local real estate market. Here’s a top ten list of sorts relating to the local real estate market. 1. Home prices are still climbing! Comparing average sale … Continue reading →

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Affordability is a 4-letter word: When rates & prices climb

Posted on March 25, 2014 by BJ Ray

Affordability in real estate translates to a four letter word: B Rate. As prices have begun to climb steadily, rates are sure to follow. B In fact, from January 2013 we’ve seen an increase of about 1% point (or about … Continue reading →

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What's Sold in Your Neighborhood – Jamaica Plain, Roslindale & West Roxbury Sales (Sept 2013)

Posted on October 2, 2013 by BJ Ray

Residential sales data for JP, Roslindale and West Roxbury for September 2013. B For past months and additional cities and towns, you can search here. Note that we’re still averaging ABOVE asking price B for sale prices. Jamaica Plain B … Continue reading →

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Chess Tourney in Jamaica Plain!

Posted on September 30, 2013 by BJ Ray

I love games. B I love poker, I love the Settlers of Catan, Ticket to Ride and especially chess. B I have a group of friends with whom I play weekly at various bars in my neighborhood in Jamaica Plain. … Continue reading →

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What's Sold in Jamaica Plain, Roslindale, and West Roxbury – July 2013

Posted on August 19, 2013 by BJ Ray

My monthly blog report on housing sales for Jamaica Plain, Roslindale, and West Roxbury. B This report sources MLS sales and is sorted by STREET names. B If there’s a sale you were expecting to see, please let me know … Continue reading →

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JP Arboretum Duplex New to Market

Posted on May 15, 2013 by BJ Ray

27 Woodman Street #2 in Jamaica Plain priced at $450,000 3 beds, 2 full baths (6 total rooms), private porch & common yard space   Located just under a 1/4 mile from the Arnold Arboetum, this lovely and unique upper … Continue reading →

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A Brief Jamaica Plain & Roslindale Real Estate Spring Market Update

Posted on May 14, 2013 by BJ Ray

Just ran some quick numbers to see if the market has begun to slow down.B It hasn’t.B Multiple offer scenarios, over asking price is the new norm, and Jamaica Plain becomes a premier market over night.B B I’ll be anxious … Continue reading →

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The Cat is Out of the Bag: Escalation Clauses are Everywhere

Posted on May 14, 2013 by BJ Ray

Consider this an open letter to listing agents and agencies who have the policy of “not accepting”, “working with” or “presenting” offers that include escalation clauses–there are surprisingly more than a few. When I first began to realize that my … Continue reading →

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Results are coming in: Over asking price is the new norm

Posted on April 26, 2013 by BJ Ray

It’s only the end of April, and not even the end of April, but the latest sales results that are coming in are showing a profound difference from last year at this time.B On a personal note, I have never … Continue reading →

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The New Real Estate Market in Greater Boston: Bubble or Necessary Adjustment?

Posted on March 29, 2013 by BJ Ray

The pendulum has swung and many buyers are left out in the cold in a blazing hot market.B Sellers are now holding the cards, at least for now. If you’re in the market to buy property in Greater Boston right … Continue reading →

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