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First-time homebuyers, especially, might want to check these out
Jamaica Plain is a great place for first-time homebuyers in Boston, with several options typically available at any one time for under $500,000.
JP, too, provides many perks, including ready access to public transportation, unique local shops, and the most parks and ponds among all Boston neighborhoods.
This weekend’s open house tour takes us around to several homes perfect for laying roots. Check it out.
Read MoreOpen house: Sunday, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Price: $409,000
Size: 1-BR, 1-BA
Square footage: 845
The pitch: “Located in a full service building, this renovated unit has bamboo flooring throughout, custom cabinetry and built-ins, and added closet space in the bedroom.”
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Open house: Sunday, 1-2 p.m.
Price: $320,000
Size: 1-BR, 1-BA
Square footage: 805
The pitch: “This unit has an expansive living room with dining area and a picture window with private west facing balcony with view of Jamaica Pond and beyond.”
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Open house: Sunday, 12-2 p.m.
Price: $349,000
Size: 1-BR, 1-BA
Square footage: 618
The pitch: “Private second floor unit has a back deck overlooking shaded yard. Features include hardwood floors, updated bath with tub and separate shower, charming character, and high ceilings.”
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Open house: Saturday, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.; Sunday, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Price: $465,000
Size: 2-BR, 1-BA
Square footage: 1,181
The pitch: “This bi-level home has many vintage details and a soaring cathedral ceiling.”
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Open house: Saturday, 12-1 p.m.
Price: $295,000
Size: 0-BR, 1-BA
Square footage: 450
The pitch: “This rear-facing studio features hardwood floors, newer windows, wall a/c, and plenty of closets.”
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Open house: Saturday, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.; Sunday, 12-1:30 p.m.
Price: $469,000
Size: 2-BR, 1-BA
Square footage: 984
The pitch: “This Forest Hills home features a kitchen with an island and is open to the living room. Flexible room off of living room used as an office or could be a formal dining room.”
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Open house: Saturday, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.; Sunday, 12-1:30 p.m.
Price: $449,900
Size: 2-BR, 1-BA
Square footage: 1,062
The pitch: “Features include an updated kitchen, central A/C, newer windows, fresh paint throughout.”
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Open house: Sunday, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Price: $409,000
Size: 1-BR, 1-BA
Square footage: 845
The pitch: “Located in a full service building, this renovated unit has bamboo flooring throughout, custom cabinetry and built-ins, and added closet space in the bedroom.”
Open house: Sunday, 1-2 p.m.
Price: $320,000
Size: 1-BR, 1-BA
Square footage: 805
The pitch: “This unit has an expansive living room with dining area and a picture window with private west facing balcony with view of Jamaica Pond and beyond.”
Open house: Sunday, 12-2 p.m.
Price: $349,000
Size: 1-BR, 1-BA
Square footage: 618
The pitch: “Private second floor unit has a back deck overlooking shaded yard. Features include hardwood floors, updated bath with tub and separate shower, charming character, and high ceilings.”
Open house: Saturday, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.; Sunday, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Price: $465,000
Size: 2-BR, 1-BA
Square footage: 1,181
The pitch: “This bi-level home has many vintage details and a soaring cathedral ceiling.”
Open house: Saturday, 12-1 p.m.
Price: $295,000
Size: 0-BR, 1-BA
Square footage: 450
The pitch: “This rear-facing studio features hardwood floors, newer windows, wall a/c, and plenty of closets.”
Open house: Saturday, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.; Sunday, 12-1:30 p.m.
Price: $469,000
Size: 2-BR, 1-BA
Square footage: 984
The pitch: “This Forest Hills home features a kitchen with an island and is open to the living room. Flexible room off of living room used as an office or could be a formal dining room.”
Open house: Saturday, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.; Sunday, 12-1:30 p.m.
Price: $449,900
Size: 2-BR, 1-BA
Square footage: 1,062
The pitch: “Features include an updated kitchen, central A/C, newer windows, fresh paint throughout.”