How to evaluate which Boston high rise condo for sale is right for you

Finding the perfect Boston high rise condo for sale may seem unrealistic expectation, but finding the right condominium for you is realistic when you pay attention to the details. The key question to ask yourself before buying a condo is: “How much will I enjoy living in this unit?”

How to Evaluate Which Condo is Right for You?

The Boston Midtown and Boston Seaport condo market is exploding with new condo construction projects popping up all over downtown Boston. A buyer can easily be dazzled by the model and the marketing, and lose focus on the things that make living in a particular unit enjoyable and nuisance free. Much of the dissatisfaction with condominium ownership can be traced back to a buyer’s failing to check out one of the following:

How Does the Neighborhood Measure Up?

Is the Boston downtown neighborhood your selecting improving or is it declining?
Is the complex convenient to the amenities you need, such as, public transportation, shopping, cultural and recreational facilities?
Are quality schools – public or private – nearby? Even if you do not have children, proximity to quality schools greatly influences value.

How Do the Common Areas of the Complex Measure Up?

Is parking ample, convenient to the unit and as invisible as possible – especially from the front door?
Is the structure sound, attractive and apparently well-maintained?
Are all public and private entrances equipped with double-lock systems, and where possible electronic surveillance?
Are the laundry facilities, community rooms, saunas, locker rooms, game rooms, individual storage spaces and trash collection areas convenient and discretely located.
Does placement of elevators and stairwells present a noise nuisance?