2 h. ago An attempt to build new housing in Jamaica Plain runs into trouble with its neighbor: the Arnold Arboretum

For 90 years, the brick monastery on the edge of the Arnold Arboretum was home to the Poor Clare Nuns of Boston. Rarely open to anyone outside the cloistered religious order, the three-story property and its surrounding gardens were designed for a life of contemplative prayer. Last May, the nuns moved to Westwood, and it’s […] The post An attempt to build new housing in Jamaica Plain runs into trouble with its neighbor: the Arnold Arboretum appeared first on Boston.com.

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6 h. ago As more residents opt to rent instead of own, the American Dream is evolving

The house with the white picket fence is not for everyone, because of money or lifestyle. The post As more residents opt to rent instead of own, the American Dream is evolving appeared first on Boston.com.

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6 h. ago Ask the Gardener: A Mother’s Day present: Stop and smell the flowers

Here are some great ways to share your love of blooms, gardens, and family. The post Ask the Gardener: A Mother’s Day present: Stop and smell the flowers appeared first on Boston.com.

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14 h. ago Sponsorships, grants helped Washington Co. Real Estate Expo to nearly break even

Sponsorships, grants helped Washington Co. Real Estate Expo to nearly break even  Herald-Standard

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19 h. ago Still need to land a Sept. 1 lease? These rentals are available — and aren’t listed anywhere yet.

A lesser-known tip could cut down on the competition during your search. The post Still need to land a Sept. 1 lease? These rentals are available — and aren’t listed anywhere yet. appeared first on Boston.com.

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20 h. ago For $2.275 million, a Cape Cod church turned private residence

The Gothic Revival structure has five beds, five-and-a -alf baths, and a two-car garage. The post For $2.275 million, a Cape Cod church turned private residence appeared first on Boston.com.

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47 h. ago Peek inside Blue Heron Farm, the Obamas’ former summertime retreat on Martha’s Vineyard

The expansive estate has a guest house, modern pool, horse barn, private beach, and more. The post Peek inside Blue Heron Farm, the Obamas’ former summertime retreat on Martha’s Vineyard appeared first on Boston.com.

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49 h. ago Converted caboose with 1 bed, 1 bath is listed for $129,000 in Maine

The Maine Central train caboose is now a 360-square-foot property. The post Converted caboose with 1 bed, 1 bath is listed for $129,000 in Maine appeared first on Boston.com.

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50 h. ago Bay Area real estate market shows mixed signals as spring selling season unfolds

Bay Area real estate market shows mixed signals as spring selling season unfolds  The Business Journals

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62 h. ago USGBC California Brings 24th Annual California Green Building Conference to San Francisco for the First Time

USGBC California Brings 24th Annual California Green Building Conference to San Francisco for the First Time  Boston Real Estate Times

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66 h. ago New law will help Commerce protect people in Washington from lead

New law will help Commerce protect people in Washington from lead  Washington State Department of Commerce (.gov)

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67 h. ago What are the hottest neighborhoods on the Los Angeles real estate market?

What are the hottest neighborhoods on the Los Angeles real estate market?  KTLA

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69 h. ago 1989 Ontario reception helped to encourage the first veterans ride to Washington, D.C.

1989 Ontario reception helped to encourage the first veterans ride to Washington, D.C.  Daily Bulletin

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5 d. ago Why the Bay Area’s biggest real estate company is at war with Zillow

Why the Bay Area’s biggest real estate company is at war with Zillow  San Francisco Chronicle

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5 d. ago Taylor Swift’s former Cape Cod home hits the market for $14.5 million

Your summer won’t be so cruel if you snag Taylor Swift’s former Hyannis Port home right across from the Kennedy compound. The post Taylor Swift’s former Cape Cod home hits the market for $14.5 million appeared first on Boston.com.

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6 d. ago Ask the Remodeler: Worried about tariffs? Don’t let it stop your renovation.

Plus, a reader adds a response to the wet basement problem. The post Ask the Remodeler: Worried about tariffs? Don’t let it stop your renovation. appeared first on Boston.com.

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6 d. ago Who is Jordon Hudson? Girlfriend stirring controversy, building wealth with legendary coach Bill Belichick

Jordon Hudson's life story and romance with Bill Belichick has included controversy, childhood struggle and a pricey real estate portfolio.

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7 d. ago Home of the Week: Head to the hot tub in your private backyard

This Roxbury town house has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and an open concept common area. The post Home of the Week: Head to the hot tub in your private backyard appeared first on Boston.com.

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7 d. ago Gorgeous sunshine and 80s help kick off May in Eastern Washington & Oregon

Gorgeous sunshine and 80s help kick off May in Eastern Washington & Oregon  Nonstop Local News

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7 d. ago A tiny tribe wanted to shape the future of a famed canyon. Ancient DNA helped.

A tiny tribe wanted to shape the future of a famed canyon. Ancient DNA helped.  The Washington Post

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