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Ok, so it may be summer time, the appropriate time to venture out of your home or comfort zone and experience all that New England has to offer. From the beaches of Southern Connecticut and Rhode Island, all the way up the coastline towards little Lubec, ME – endless summer adventure waits. But, who says that you HAVE to leave your home, especially for those who call MetroMark home in Jamaica Plain! We are happy to share a collection of new photos highlighting the one-of-a-kind amenities that grace this new transit-oriented community that sits adjacent to the Forest Hills MBTA Orange Line and Commuter Rail station . Warning: these photos may cause you to lease an apartment on the spot   State-of-the-art fitness facility and yoga studio A truly sprawling fitness facility - get toned up for the summer with out battle ropes and heavy bag. The perfect compliment to the collection of treadmills, elipticals, bikes and even a rowing machine! Stay tuned - yoga classes wil...

If you are looking for an apartment home in the greater North Shore or Merrimack Valley region, we have the place for you! The Heights Amesbury is a new luxury apartment rental community located in Amesbury, MA just minutes from the intersection of Interstates 95 and 495. Each apartment home at The Heights features air kitchens with stainless steel appliances and granite counters, vinyl plank flooring in living room and kitchens, attractive lighting package, private washers and dryers, energy efficient design, 9 foot ceilings, wooded views and balconies. Whether picking between one of our one, two or three bedroom apartments, The Heights has a floorplan for you .  The amenity package at The Heights Amesbury is one-of-a-kind in its region. Our central clubhouse and resident lounge features over 4,500 square feet of community space with Wi-Fi, private fitness and health facility, seasonal swimming pool and sundeck, gas-fired grills with al fresco dining, outdoor...

In 2009, 50West Broadway , South Boston’s first multifamily apartment community, opened its doors and welcomed residents to 139 brand-new luxury apartment homes. Since the building’s inception – 50 West Broadway has become an integral part in the neighborhood and has spurred on numerous construction projects to bring more housing to a booming area that has a wide variety of restaurants , nightlife choices , recreational activities and conveniences. While 50WB has withstood the test of time over the last eight years and maintains a sleek and modern look, we figured the time is now to introduce some new renovations that will brighten up our common areas and welcome home residents each night! Check out some of the renovations and upgrades that were completed recently! Mosaic Tile Accent Wall There is a common thought that bright and warm colors are sensors that can trigger happier thoughts or put someone in a good mood. We put that thought into action in our new resident entr...

It's officially springtime in Boston (ok, maybe another snow storm delays it for a week) and it's the perfect time of the year to find your new home. Looking to live minutes from the city, but without the city price tag? Parkside Commons in Chelsea is your perfect place, and here is why: FREE Shuttle Service to the Blue Line No one enjoys the stand-still traffic of the morning commuter, and I mean nobody. Well lucky for you, Parkside Commons offers complimentary shuttle service Monday through Friday to the Beachmont MBTA Blue Line station, a perfect and stress-free way to get into Boston. The shuttle runs from 6:00AM up until 9:00AM and runs every 30 minutes. When coming home each night, the shuttle will run from 4:30PM – 6:45PM and the last shuttle will wait until 7! Outdoor Amenities for Your Summer The summertime here in New England can get HOT. Last July we saw almost three straight weeks of mid-90’s temperatures with very little rain relief. You have to...

image courtesy of Rick Cinclair - Worcester Telegram Sustainable development, construction, maintenance, leadership and education have come to the forefront over the past decade plus. We are proud here at Corcoran Management Company to say that we were one of the very first private management firms in the country to get aboard this initiative. 2008 saw with the construction of Parkside Commons , New England's FIRST large-scale multifamily apartment community to be recognized as LEED certified. Since that point, Corcoran's management and maintenance teams have worked with outside vendors and government agencies to learn and implement physical improvements to both older and newer communities that will help sustainability.  Last week, John Corcoran, Director of Energy Efficiency, along with Gary Saltmarsh, Director of Maintenance held a ceremony at Canterbury Towers, a 156-unit affordable community in Worcester to celebrate recogniztion from the US Department of Energy...

Yesterday, John M. Corcoran was proud to hold a groundbreaking ceremony in parternship with Tocci Construction, Triology Development, the Office of Mayor Elorza and Rhode Island Governor Gina M. Raimondo. Upon completion, The Commons at Providence Station will bring 169 apartment homes to "The Cove" - an under-utilized area locted right next to Providence Station and the Rhode Island State House. Gov. Raimondo spoke on the housing benefit in adding a collection of market-rate and tax-credit apartments as well as local economic benefits or more residents to the Downtown Providence neighborhood.' Below are some of the pictures and top moments from the ceremony: For current project information, please visit Tocci Builders official website!

Last Thursday, a group of roughly forty multifamily professionals descended upon MetroMark Apartments , a trendy new apartment community located in Jamaica Plain. Part of RHA NextGen’s First Look Mix N’ Mentor series, those who joined got to get a sneak preview of this gorgeous new community, but also meet marketing managers, leasing consultants, on-site property staff and vendors who share the same passion for multifamily knowledge. MetroMark’s new entertainment kitchen and lounge area was perfect for our meet and greet. Featuring a fabulous hor d’oeuvres spread and complimentary beverages – those in attendance got to learn about current industry rental trends, new products, marketing strategies and discuss the current multifamily landscape in the Boston area! After a brief community overview and introduction from manager Kelli Ahearn-Lucas and Corcoran Management marketing manager Jared Gardner, several groups were offered guided tours of the model apartment a...

Stone Run Apartments, a Corcoran-managed apartment community in Weymouth, MA, is welcoming in a brand-new look! While we excel in a wide range of multifamily property management aspects, one focus we take seriously is improving the quality of life for our residents and to provide them with the most up-to-date industry amenities. Stone Run was built in the mid 1980’s, and since its inception, has undergone numerous renovations, whether it’s infrastructural upkeep or physical rehabilitation of kitchens and apartment interiors. In keeping up the tradition of continuing to enhance Stone Run, Corcoran has opened up a redesigned clubhouse/pool area to go along with ongoing apartment interior renovations! Brand New State-of-the-Art Fitness Center What is better than breaking a good sweat after a day of work? At Stone Run we wanted to provide residents with a high-quality set of cardio machines and dumbbell free weights. That’s why we were able to utilize some extra space in ou...

A Quick Tour of Life for the First Residents of MetroMark in Jamaica Plain On August 1st we welcomed our first group of residents to their brand-new MetroMark apartment homes! All who have moved in to one of our tasteful studio, one, two or three bedroom apartment homes are getting unmatched attention and assistance from our leasing and maintenance staff ensuring that life at MetroMark is perfect. The first of two buildings located along the 3611-3615 blocks of Washington Street features a collection of high-end amenities and apartments that are freshly-minted.  Here are some of the highlights! Modern-Age Kitchens with A Flashy Look A walk through the front door leads to a breathtaking kitchen. 36” soft-closing cabinets carved out of  autumn wood offer the primary visual punctuated by a stainless steel appliance package and mosaic tile backsplash. A sprawling quartz island countertop provides extra space for cutting up fruits and veggies or marinating favorite m...

It feels like only a few weeks ago we were dealing with rotten 40-degree temperatures and a constant cycle of rain and gloominess in the city of Boston. As you probably have noticed by now, that rough patch is long in the past, and thoughts have been redirected to looking forward to an AMAZING summer in our awesome city. MetroMark, Jamaica Plain's newest Apartment Community couldn't be more excited to make its debut this summer as well. Stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, dark appointed cabinetry, marble tile bathrooms, central AC and more will be seen at each one of the 283 newly constructed apartments right next to the Forest Hills MBTA Station. We are happy to say that our first residents will be moving in on August 1st! The first building of our community will be home to all new move-in's, and after that January 1st is when the rest of our future residents will get to call MetroMark home. Right now our fabulous leasing staff of Kelli and Razi are off...

Each day at Corcoran apartment communities throughout the northeast, dedicated property staff work tirelessly to make resident life nothing short of amazing. Whether helping a resident with a simple work order or having a community-wide movie watch party, our staff members bring a positive attitude and always are willing to go the extra mile for a resident. We are thrilled once again that our residents have recognized our efforts once again! Thirteen different Corcoran communities received the honor of being named a “2015 Top Rated Community” by ApartmentRatings.com, the industry leader in providing apartment-hunters with the first-hand knowledge of apartment communities nationwide. All of the communities listed below were recognized as having a superior score based on what our residents say! Corcoran’s award winning communities include: ShrewsburyCommons QuincyCommons FaxonCommons ParksideCommons Stone RunEast WeymouthCommons The Commonsat SouthField Highland...

Congratulations to our ESOL graduates!  The students' commitment to attending a 6 month course that included homework while still performing their CMC duties is admirable.  We are proud of their accomplishment and wish them much future success. BACK (L to R): Jesus Melo (Uphams Crossing), Josue Perez (Pelham) MIDDLE: Steve Litcoff (Massasoit CC), William Cardona (Commonwealth), Mario Torres (Commonwealth), Jose Rojas (Pelham), Carlos Seary (W. Broadway Homes), Ferdinan Hochen  (Pelham), Boris Shnayder (Pat White), Danny Ortiz (Pelham), Maryellen Brett (Massasoit CC) FRONT: Javier Ramirez (Commonwealth), Sam Acevdeo (W. Broadway Homes), Patricia Dolmo (Braintree), Chester Veloz (50 West Broadway), Leslie Scribner (Braintree Office), Ivy Mah (Faxon Commons), Cynthia Pardi (Massasoit CC)

The month of April in New England is viewed as a fresh-awakening and this year it will bring with it the grand opening of MetroMark, Jamaica Plain’s newest luxury apartment homes just steps away from the Forest Hills MBTA station. After months of cold, sheltered, snowy and gloomy days, you can enjoy baseball at Fenway, running along the Charles, outdoor dining throughout the hub , and a MetroMark hard hat tour. Renderings courtesy of Neoscape, Inc. 2015" The Leasing Team invites you to visit and be the first to reserve an apartment home beginning in April. See for yourself sleek kitchen designs featuring quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances and dark smooth-faced wooden cabinets. Throughout your living spaces you will experience the look and cleanliness of wood plank floors. Bedrooms are configured with spacious closets for your entire wardrobe. You can certainly find luxury finishes throughout the city of Boston, but the amenities at MetroMark are what...

We finally got a taste this morning of the much anticipated (and hated) New England winter weather. Despite the temperatures dropping down into the low 20’s, and with an early Tuesday snowstorm on the horizon, construction is going full-steam ahead at 3611 Washington Street in Jamaica Plain, the future home of 283 luxury-apartments known as MetroMark. For the past few months construction crews have been busy putting together the framework and foundation of the community’s two buildings. Upon completion, MetroMark will feature luxury finishes, high-end amenities, and just like the fellow 02130 community, an artistic flare and cultural connection. If you’ve driven by Forest Hills recently or taken the “T” you may have noticed some new changes to the area. The famed “Casey Overpass” has been torn down, and brings new light (literally) to the Forest Hills section of Jamaica Plain. The Arborway/Washington Street intersection will continue to undergo construction for the next...

We are happy to announce another successful achievement in sustainable multifamily management practices here at Corcoran Management! McNamara House , an affordable apartment community in Allston was honored by the Environmental Protection Agency ENERGY STAR and received a Certification for Superior Energy Efficiency. McNamara House is just one of the growing number of Corcoran communities that are being recognized by government agencies for a commitment to sustainability and energy efficiency. Along with Parkside Commons, The Commons at SouthField, Canterbury Towers and 50 West Broadway, McNamara House is recognized for a number of recent upgrades and overhauls to increase efficiency and keep costs down. Some of the improvements include fitting the community with LED lights, low-flow water fixtures, and the addition of a condensing boiler for more efficient heating. The heating system’s new ability to use discharged waste in the form of steam to provide recyclable heat for re...

Corcoran Management Company is honored to announce that 50 West Broadway in South Boston, and The Ledges in Weymouth were each recognized as Top 5 “Properties in Online Reputation in Massachusetts” in 2014 by National Multifamily Executive, a leader in multifamily news and analysis. Of all of the apartment communities in the state of Massachusetts rated for resident satisfaction on social media sites, 50 West Broadway finished 2 nd , while The Ledges came in 4 th , a tremendous accomplishment by both communities! On a 0-100 scale, the national average is a 52, both 50WB and The Ledges scored just a tick under 90. These amazing results would not be obtainable without our dedicated staff members and the fabulous residents they serve.  We thank you all! A resident’s voice is the most important voice in your apartment community. That statement rings true before, during, and even after a resident has lived at your community. In today’s mobile-driven scene, review websit...