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| 88 Kingston Street #7D |
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| Boston MA 02111 |
| Penthouse Unit, Downtown Boston Loft |
| Date Rented: October 1, 2011 |
| Utilities: Partial Heat/AC Included |
| Parking: Rental Parking Available |
| Pets: Please Inquire |
| Outdoor Space: Private Deck + Local Parks |
| Square Footage: 1479 SF± |
| 2BR/2½BA floor plan |
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| Contact us about this listing |
| local phone: 1.617.482.1239 |
| email: inquire@loftsboston.com |
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PLEASE NO STUDENTS + NO SMOKING
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This penthouse unit at Lafayette Lofts combines a simple design aesthetic with luxurious finishes to create a sophisticated urban abode.
Please Note:
* Fee(s) include: Broker Fee (equivalent to 1 month's rent), Move In/Out Fee (if applicable) and, a $16.95 Credit Report charge (per application — copy of photo I.D. required).
** Additional fees may apply if your employer uses a 3rd party verification service for employment and salary. |
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| In addition to the partial heat/AC (i.e., tenant pays electricity for warm + cool air distribution — not generation), the monthly rental of this unit includes: water + sewer, common gas, cooking gas, trash removal and bike room. |
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| The penthouse duplex lofts are part of a new construction addition atop a 40 unit condo conversion project completed in 2005. |
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| The build-out and unique character of this duplex loft is an ideal canvas for modern urban living. |
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| The main space easily accommodates multiple living areas for dining, reading, listening to music, watching TV or simply relaxing. |
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| Unique to the penthouse duplex lofts are the gas controlled fireplaces. |
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| Floor-to-ceiling glass door sliders, fitted with low E-type glass, open to a private terrace. |
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| At approximately 150 SF± the private terrace is an ideal outdoor retreat. |
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High above the neighboring State Street + 1 Financial buildings... the moon was a ghostly galleon lost upon cloudless seas...
(With apologies to Alfred Noyes) |
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| The view to the east takes in the rooftops of the numerous loft condo buildings that make up Boston's historic Leather District. |
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| The twin stacks of the Tri-Gen steam plant dominate the southern sky beyond the head-house of the neighboring Dainty Dot building. |
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| The southern tower of the Ritz-Carlton Millennium hotel + condominiums forms a dramatic backdrop to the west. |
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| Ceiling-mounted line voltage track lighting and down-lighting are featured throughout the unit. |
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The predominant amenity of the lower level is a modern kitchen, open to the main living space.
Whether it's cocktail hour or breakfast the next morning, the kitchen + adjoining dining area are a natural focal point when entertaining at home. |
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| The kitchen is a design masterpiece featuring a full complement of GE Monogram series, stainless steel appliances with custom cabinetry. |
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| A fully vented extractor hood with heat lamp, sits over the multi-burner gas range/oven. |
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| A Sub-Zero refrigerator augments the GE Monogram series kitchen appliance roster. |
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| Granite countertops and a stainless steel backsplash creates a kitchen workspace as beautiful as it is functional. |
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| The center island, complete with dishwasher and additional cabinetry includes a deep undermount sink with chrome pull-spray faucet. |
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| Adjacent to the kitchen + dining area is a powder room for the convenience of friends + guests. |
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Ceci n'est pas une toilette.
(With apologies to Réné Magritte) |
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| The ½ bathroom/powder room features tile flooring, a pedestal sink and a vanity mirror. |
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| The penthouse loft has multi-zoned forced-air units for heating and cooling throughout the duplex. |
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| The building is wired for satellite TV and high-speed Internet access. |
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| The closed-riser stairway opens to the upper level of the duplex loft. |
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| The top of the stairs opens to a spacious + sky lit landing. |
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| More than just a landing, the space serves as a private home office den. |
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| A skylight fills the spacious landing/home office den area with natural light. |
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| The (inner) balcony opening allows natural light to filter down to the lower level below. |
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| Adjoining the home office/landing area is the master bedroom suite. |
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| A dramatic window-wall distinguishes the master bedroom suite from the 2nd/guest bedroom. |
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| The master bedroom suite is large enough to accommodate a king-size bed with side tables. |
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| The master bedroom suite also includes a twin-door storage closet. |
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| Adjoining the master bedroom is a full bathroom en suite. |
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| The en suite bathroom features tile flooring and a deep-soaking tub/shower unit with tile tub surround. |
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| The en suite bathroom also features a custom vanity with marble counter. |
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| A vanity mirror, bright task lighting and mirrored cabinet complete the bathroom design. |
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| Across the landing/home office den area is the entrance to the 2nd/guest bedroom. |
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| The 2nd/guest bedroom is also large enough to accommodate a queen-size bed with side tables. |
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| A sizable walk-in wardrobe adjoins the 2nd/guest bedroom. |
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| The other bonus of the 2nd/guest bedroom is the full en suite bathroom. |
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| The en suite bathroom features tile flooring and a pedestal washbasin. |
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| A glass enclosed shower stall with tile stall surround is included in the 2nd en suite bathroom. |
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| A vanity mirror, bright task lighting and mirrored cabinet complete the bathroom design. |
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| Adjacent to the 2nd/guest bedroom entrance is the loft's laundry + linen closets complete with washer/dryer unit hook-up. |
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| Traversing back down the stairs to the lower-level of the penthouse duplex lofts. |
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| Life safety systems, e.g., smoke/heat detectors, automated sprinklers, fire alarm and emergency lighting are newly installed throughout the unit. |
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| In addition to the various storage solutions incorporated within the design of the loft, each penthouse has access to an individual basement storage unit. |
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An integrated video phone serves as an intercom to the front door with security camera and release.
A coat closet is conveniently located adjacent to the entrance of the loft. |
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| The entrance to the unit from the 7th floor common area hallway. |
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| Common area hallways are carpeted for noise mitigation and routinely cleaned. |
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| 2 new high-speed elevators provide residents with direct access from the lobby to each floor within the building. |
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The lobby allows residents direct access to the underground parking garage at the neighboring State Street building.
Rental parking is available at market rates on a per monthly basis: approx. $350/mo. |
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| The distinctive floor/wall tiling adds durability and elegance to the newly completed lobby. |
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| An elevator provides easy access for disabled residents from the street to the upper lobby level. |
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Secure off-street mailboxes is another amenity provided by the Lafayette Lofts.
Please Note:
All residents, whether owners or tenants have to pay a $22/hr (minimum of 4 hrs for security personnel to guard front entrance) move in and move out fee to the management company. |
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| The front entrance to the Lafayette Loft condominiums on 88 Kingston Street. |
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| The exterior of the Lafayette Lofts building, a recent brick + beam conversion with a new construction addition on top. |
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Lafayette Lofts are uniquely located on the corner of Kingston + Essex Streets, right at the intersection of the Financial District, Chinatown + Boston's historic Leather District.
Just steps to South Station (Red + Silver Lines), Amtrak, Commuter Rail and the interstate Bus Terminal... also convenient to I-93 and the Mass Pike.
Within easy walking distance to the Orange and Green (T) Lines at Downtown Crossing and Park Street. |
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| The Penthouse duplex lofts are located in the new-build addition atop the original structure. |
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Square Footage: 1479 SF±
2BR/2½BA floor plan
At approx. 700 SF± of living space the lower level incorporates an open kitchen, dining + sitting area, a powder room and access to a private terrace. |
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Square Footage: 1479 SF±
2BR/2½BA floor plan
At approx. 779 SF± of living space the upper level boasts 2 bedroom suites with adjoining full bathrooms, storage closets, laundry + linen closets and a home office den. |
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