Current Projects

Hammondswood, Brookline, MA

BDG purchased land in 2006 and formed a joint venture with New Boston Fund to develop Hammondswood, two intimate buildings of 59, 2+ bedroom high-end condominium homes with 22 distinctive floor plans and deeded garage parking. Located in the heart of Chestnut Hill, near Route 9 and public transportation, the homes are currently being marketed by Coldwell Banker.

219 Commonwealth Ave, Chestnut Hill, MA

This property is a well-kept English Tudor-style apartment building located in the upscale neighborhood of Chestnut Hill. It is located one mile from Newton Centre and steps from public transportation. The building consists of 28 renovated, 1, 2 and 3 bedroom units.

51 Water Street, Watertown, MA

In 2001, BDG put this 83,000 SF mixed use (office/industrial) building under agreement and utilized the due diligence period to attract tenants for 33,000 SF, or 40% of the building. At closing the building was fully occupied.

1842 Beacon Street, Brookline, MA

Purchased in 2007, this property is strategically located between Cleveland Circle and Coolidge Corner, on public transportation. It has since been converted to prime medical office condominiums with garage parking for owners and an outdoor parking area that is zoned for future development. Units are currently being marketed by Condominium Properties LLC, a division of BDG.

North Andover Office Park, North Andover, MA

This property consists of two adjacent buildings located at 203 Turnpike Road and 451 Andover Street, within a half mile of Merrimack College. It was purchased as a 1031 exchange in 2006 and has since been converted to medical office condominiums. Units are currently being marketed by Condominium Properties LLC, a division of BDG.

North Andover Office Park, North Andover, MA

This property consists of two adjacent buildings located at 203 Turnpike Road and 451 Andover Street, within a half mile of Merrimack College. It was purchased as a 1031 exchange in 2006 and has since been converted to medical office condominiums. Units are currently being marketed by Condominium Properties LLC, a division of BDG.

463 Worcester Road, Framingham, MA

Also known as the Crown Office Building, this property is located on Route 9 West, one mile from the Natick Mall and Shopper’s World with easy access from the Mass Pike, Route 30 and Route 9. This is a highly desirable location for professional office tenants and includes ample on-site parking.

621-629 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA

In 2000, BDG placed this 46,000 SF mixed use (office/industrial) building under agreement and was able to obtain commitments from two tenants prior to closing, increasing the occupancy by 42%.

Piccadilly Square, Newton Centre, MA

Acquired in 1972, Piccadilly Square was transformed from a distressed block of out-dated storefronts, to a vibrant mixed-use property adjacent to the Newton Centre T station. Comprised of over 100,000 SF, professional offices occupy the upper floors, while charming boutique shops and a variety of neighborhood restaurants are located at street level.

Piccadilly Square, Newton Centre, MA

Acquired in 1972, Piccadilly Square was transformed from a distressed block of out-dated storefronts, to a vibrant mixed-use property adjacent to the Newton Centre T station. Comprised of over 100,000 SF, professional offices occupy the upper floors, while charming boutique shops and a variety of neighborhood restaurants are located at street level.

Piccadilly Square, Newton Centre, MA

Acquired in 1972, Piccadilly Square was transformed from a distressed block of out-dated storefronts, to a vibrant mixed-use property adjacent to the Newton Centre T station. Comprised of over 100,000 SF, professional offices occupy the upper floors, while charming boutique shops and a variety of neighborhood restaurants are located at street level.

8 Garrison Street, Boston, MA

Located by the Colonnade Hotel at Copley Place, 8 Garrison underwent an historical rehabilitation and condominium conversion of 82 residential units. BDG was able to pass on a 25% investment tax credit to the unit buyers, allowing them to be effectively be reimbursed for their down payments within one year of closing.

98 North Washington St., Boston, MA

In 2004, BDG purchased this 86,000 SF office building after an abbreviated 14 day due diligence period. During due diligence, BDG was able to obtain a tenant commitment for 35 percent of the rentable space and close quickly to meet the tenant’s requirement for occupancy. Over the course of five years, we were able to create a thirty percent increase in property value.

239 Causeway Street, Boston, MA

When BDG acquired this 65,000 SF industrial property in 1999, the building was under-utilized with a mix of industrial tenants. BDG then bought out the leases of existing tenants, proceeded with a total renovation of the building, and re-leased the property to tenants that had been pre-committed, increasing rents from $16 psf to $23 psf.

164 Canal Street, Boston, MA

This 20,000 SF, 5-story office building is part of BDG’s Bulfinch Triangle portfolio. It is located by the Mass Pike (I-90), North Station, and is home to The Four’s Grille restaurant.

205 Portland Street, Boston, MA

Located across from the JFK Federal Building, 205 Portland Street offers easy accessibility to public transportation, Interstate 93 and Storrow Drive. The property is two blocks from TD Garden and a short walk to the North End.

55 Court Street, Boston, MA

This 5-story building of approximately 60,000 SF is located in the Bullfinch Triangle area of Boston, near Interstate 93, Faneuil Hall and Government Center.

The Merano, Bullfinch Triangle, Boston, MA

In 2005, The Mass. Department of Transportation issued a Request for Proposal for five development sites in the Bulfinch Triangle/North Station area. BDG submitted a response for Parcel 1B, located adjacent to a building in our current portfolio, 98 North Washington Street. BDG proposed a mixed-use development of 480,000 total square feet, to include two hotels, office, retail and parking uses. We were designated the developer of these two parcels and have taken this project through the entitlement process, winning approvals from the BRA (Article 80), MEPA and ZBA. We now have a development site that is poised for take off as early as 2010