Project Overview

Located in the vibrant Mission Hill neighborhood, this mixed-use asset features apartments and retail space, generating $239,000 in annual income from long-term leases. In a transit-oriented corridor with high demand, it offers immediate cash flow alongside redevelopment opportunities.

Kirsten’s Role

• Advised on pricing and positioning to highlight stability and upside.

• Coordinated due diligence and buyer outreach for efficient transactions.

• Leveraged submarket expertise to mitigate economic risks.

This active listing exemplifies how thoughtful brokerage attracts qualified buyers, potentially closing in competitive conditions with optimized returns.

Project Overview

This multi-phase redevelopment in South Boston converts a prime site into four high-end townhouses, capitalizing on the neighborhood's growth (median prices rising 12–15% since 2025 amid urban influx). The project addresses Boston's housing demand with modern, sustainable designs, navigating dense urban zoning to create premium residences slated for completion in fall 2026. Kirsten's initial investor perspective drove the vision, turning an identified opportunity into a collaborative success story that blends financial strategy with regulatory expertise.

Kirsten’s Role & Contributions

• Identified the site as an initial investor, recognizing its potential for luxury redevelopment in a high-demand area.

• Sourced and partnered with a builder-developer, placing the property under agreement to kickstart the project.

• Managed a buyout of the initial partner, assuming control to advance the vision amid evolving market conditions.

• Secured zoning relief from the Boston Zoning Board of Appeal (ZBA), overcoming regulatory hurdles through detailed analysis and advocacy for townhouse configuration.

• Assigned the project to a new builder-developer for a fee, earning both a buyer's agent fee and assignment fee at closing—demonstrating efficient value capture.

• Provides ongoing consulting on layout and design during construction, ensuring alignment with luxury standards and market trends.

• Will list two of the four completed townhouses, integrating brokerage services for seamless end-to-end client support.

Quincy Affordable Housing Redevelopment (Winter Street)

Multi-phase advisory for a 34-unit nonprofit-owned affordable housing project in Quincy, from off-market site acquisition to permitting and execution, delivering community impact and strategic success.

Project Overview

This multi-phase redevelopment along Winter Street in Quincy addressed critical affordable housing needs in Greater Boston, where demand far outpaced supply throughout the early 2020s. The project consolidated multiple sites—including the off-market sale of 46 Winter Street (a lodging house operated by Caritas Communities) and an adjacent property—to enable a 34-unit complex owned and managed by a nonprofit partner. Located in a transit-accessible suburban area with growing housing pressure, the initiative combined community-focused design with practical execution to preserve and expand affordable units. Kirsten's advisory role bridged real estate transactions, municipal approvals, and development planning, ensuring the project aligned with both financial feasibility and social mission goals in a regulatory environment increasingly shaped by state incentives for affordable housing (e.g., MassHousing programs and inclusionary zoning requirements).

Kirsten’s Role & Contributions

• Facilitated the off-market sale of 46 Winter Street (a lodging house operated by Caritas Communities), providing strategic guidance on pricing, due diligence, and buyer qualification to initiate site assembly.

• Advised on the subsequent acquisition of an adjacent property, coordinating with nonprofit ownership and municipal agencies to consolidate the site for redevelopment.

• Supported the full permitting and approval process, navigating zoning, site plan review, and regulatory requirements to secure approvals for a 34-unit affordable housing complex.

• Provided ongoing advisory throughout the development phases, including transaction strategy, stakeholder coordination, and execution support to align with nonprofit goals and funding timelines.

• Ensured the project remained viable amid common nonprofit challenges (e.g., phased funding and community input), delivering a completed development that preserved 17 affordable units in Quincy and contributed to regional housing solutions.

Ritz-Carlton Boston Penthouse Luxury Sale

Project Overview

Tailored representation for an ultra-luxury penthouse, positioned as both premier residence and investment through innovative marketing.

This exclusive 2022 transaction at the Ritz-Carlton Residences in downtown Boston involved representing an ultra-high-net-worth seller for a renovated penthouse, positioned strategically in a market rebounding from pandemic disruptions. With Boston's luxury condo segment experiencing heightened demand, the property's prime location—near financial districts and cultural landmarks like the Boston Public Garden—offered panoramic views and upscale amenities. However, the timing coincided with emerging economic headwinds, including the Federal Reserve's initial rate hikes in mid-2022, which began cooling buyer enthusiasm and necessitating creative approaches to maintain momentum. Kirsten's involvement ensured the sale not only capitalized on the year's positive trends, but also mitigated risks through targeted, confidential strategies that appealed to both lifestyle buyers and investors seeking long-term appreciation.

Kirsten’s Role & Contributions:

• Led seller representation with a focus on strict discretion, utilizing trusted networks to identify qualified buyers without public listings, thereby protecting client privacy in a high-profile market.

• Developed a differentiated marketing strategy tailored to 2022's dynamics, including professional videography to showcase post-renovation features (e.g., custom interiors, smart home integrations), positioning the penthouse as a dual-purpose asset: a premier luxury residence and a resilient investment amid rising rates.

• Managed pricing and valuation through in-depth market analysis, drawing on comparable sales data from downtown properties to achieve a figure above initial comps, while advising on timing to align with peak buyer activity in Q3–Q4 2022.

• Coordinated all transaction logistics, from due diligence and negotiations to closing, navigating potential edge cases like buyer financing delays influenced by the year's economic shifts, ensuring a smooth process without concessions.

• Provided advisory insights on renovation impacts, helping the seller optimize appeal by highlighting upgrades that resonated with 2022 trends, such as sustainable materials and flexible spaces for hybrid work lifestyles.

Chestnut Hill Off-Market Luxury Residence Sale

Project Overview

This private, off-market sale involved a distinguished single-family residence in Chestnut Hill—one of Greater Boston’s most exclusive neighborhoods known for historic estates, generous lots, and proximity to elite schools and amenities. The property, an older mansion requiring complete renovation, was brought to market discreetly at the request of a long-standing client who valued absolute confidentiality. In a market where high-value homes in Chestnut Hill/Brookline frequently trade privately (often 20–30% of sales), Kirsten positioned the asset not as a ready-to-move-in residence, but as a prime redevelopment opportunity for the right investor. Her targeted marketing strategy successfully connected the seller with a prominent local investor who recognized the property’s underlying value and potential for significant upside through a full renovation.

Kirsten's Role & Contributions

• Represented the seller in a fully off-market transaction, maintaining strict confidentiality and avoiding any public listing to protect the client’s privacy.

• Marketed the property specifically to investors rather than end-user buyers, highlighting its strong location, large lot, and renovation potential as a high-return redevelopment opportunity.

• Identified and engaged a prominent local investor who had the vision, resources, and expertise to undertake a complete renovation of the outdated mansion.

• Advised on market-supported pricing and positioning that reflected the property’s “as-is” condition while emphasizing its future value post-renovation.

• Coordinated the transaction process discreetly and efficiently, ensuring a smooth transfer to the investor buyer.