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February 13th 2024

What’s A Turnkey Home, And Is It Right For You? Pros And Cons To Consider

"The Parker offers a rare opportunity for Boston residents: the chance to own a turnkey home curated with a bespoke, limited-edition furniture collection inside a luxury condominium with all the amenities and services you could want," says Manny Sarkis.

January 8th 2024

A Look Inside The Parker’s Penthouse 21D: A Luxurious Residence Among a Suite of Amenities

Penthouse 21D is a gorgeous corner residence offering magnificent views of the city, with two bedrooms, and 1,268 square feet of interior space.

November 29th 2023

Luxury Condo Owners Want ‘Full-Service Homes’

Cocktail bars, coffee lounges, curated furniture packages and more are in demand with high-end buyers, according to designer Linda Zarifi.

November 28th 2023

Lavish Living: Inside Elite Residences with Private Movie Theaters

The Parker’s Velvet Room, designed by Linda Zarifi, is a luxurious screening room echoing the opulence of private membership clubs and the allure of Boston’s theater scene.

November 24th 2023

Pre-Furnished Condos Are Taking Off. They Could Be Worth the Price, if Time Is Money

At the Parker, a new condo development in Boston, Linda Zarifi of Zarifi Design, who is responsible for the building’s interiors, also created furniture and accessories specifically for the residences.

November 22nd 2023

Why Brits Love Boston – the US’s revolutionary start-up city

“Boston offers an old world charm and character that’s not found in many US cities,” Jason Mansfield of Knight Frank says. “It’s very walkable, very green and has a lot of brain capital concentrated in a relatively small area. That’s why students tend to stay after college and why people like living here.”

November 15th 2023

A Look Inside The Parker’s Penthouse 21D: A Luxurious Residence Among A Suite Of Amenities

This exclusive 168-unit building, overlooking Boston Common in the heart of the Theater District, is a dream residence for buyers. Penthouse 21D is among the best residences The Parker has to offer.

October 31st 2023

Virtual Staging Continues To Drive Sales

Virtual staging is also at work in Boston, where the new development The Parker has showcased to prospective buyers a number of units offering different floor plans, illustrating how residences can be designed and furnished.

October 27th 2023

First Look: Inside the New Amenity Spaces and Penthouse at The Parker in Boston

The Parker made waves earlier this year as Boston’s first-ever fully-furnished, turnkey residential tower. And now, Robb Report has an exclusive first look at the design of the development’s swanky new amenity spaces and a sneak peek at its forthcoming $2.8 million penthouse.

October 13th 2023

Rectifying Rarity

Truly exclusive in offerings, Abode2 discovers how the most luxurious new residences in new development come with several options for fully furnished interiors that have been hand-drawn, produced and customized by top designers, providing residents with an original home without the hassle of a long design process.

September 19th 2023

Elevating Luxury Living: Custom-Made Furniture and Interior Packages

Located at the heart of Boston’s Theater District, The Parker is a cutting-edge condominium development that overlooks Boston Common. It introduces a unique lifestyle opportunity, offering a custom, limited-edition furniture collection designed by the esteemed interior designer Linda Zarifi of Zarifi Design, who also lent her creative touch to the interiors and amenities.

July 26th 2023
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Tips for Going Gold or Silver in Kitchens and Baths

The interiors at the Parker are all about warmth and glamour, so brass was the natural fit. We wanted something that would catch your eye while playfully complementing the warm tones in the natural marble backsplash and grey-toned matte lacquer cabinetry.

July 12th 2023
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Boston Cream

The building offers residents plenty of ways to be social, with amenities such as a billiards room, a movie theater, a roof deck, and a gym designed with help from former New England Patriots star Rob Gronkowski’s Gronk Fitness.

July 7th 2023

A 21st-Floor Glass Condo Feels Like It’s in the Middle of Boston Common

This corner penthouse is on the 21st floor of The Parker, a new 22-story, 168-unit condo tower in Boston’s Theater District. The Parker, which has studios, one-bedroom units and two-bedroom penthouses, is a “building unlike any other in Boston,” said listing agent George Sarkis, of Douglas Elliman and sales director for the building.

June 22nd 2023

20 Small Living Room Ideas With Dining Tables That Have Big Style

At The Parker, these dining chairs are positioned perfectly for entertaining, allowing guests at the table to interact with guests in the main living room. Having enough seating for friends can always be an issue, so creative layout solutions like these always come in handy.

June 13th 2023
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This Boston Condo Building Has The First Standalone Condo Gym Designed By Gronk Fitness

“The Parker is a design-forward project that's pushing the envelope in Boston, and we're so excited to be part of it,” says Gordie Gronkowski, Jr., owner of Gronk Fitness. “This is a gorgeous fitness center we've designed in a standalone condo building, and it was fun for us to be such an integral part of creating the gym experience for residents.”

June 9th 2023
The Parker Lobby

Wood Glorious Wood

Centrally located on the edge of Boston Common within the city's vibrant Theater District, The Parker is a new luxury condominium offering elegantly designed homes and amenities inspired by private membership clubs. The Parker's lobby is beautifully designed by Zarifi Design and is defined by eye-catching brass accents and sculptural wood-panelled walls.

June 1st 2023

Gronk Fitness Debuts Its Inaugural Private Gym in a Luxury Condo

The Parker, an exquisite new condominium situated in Boston with breathtaking views of Boston Common, announces the completion of its private fitness center, designed by Gronk Fitness. This marks a significant milestone for the Gronkowski family, as it is their first foray into creating a private gym within a luxurious condominium building.

May 25th 2023

Talking the Rise of Turnkey Condo Living & Custom Furniture with Linda Zarifi

Recently Linda worked with the luxury condo building The Parker in Boston. A project that showcases a stunning example of the rising turnkey trend. And not just for the design of the building’s amenities and home interiors but also for a specialized custom furniture collection for the residences.

May 2nd 2023

Inside the Private Gronk Gym at The Parker

Gronk Fitness opened its private gym at The Parker, a luxury condominium complex near Boston Common, earlier this year. Gronk and The Parker gave Axios a look at the fitness space.

April 27th 2023

Gordie Gronkowski on his favorite souvenir socks, extra legroom, and why he’d travel with Derek Jeter

Gordie Gronkowski, 39, is leading the Gronk Fitness brand expansion in Boston and throughout New England, including a fitness center at The Parker, a new high-end condo complex bordering the city’s theater district.

April 21st 2023

Home Showcase: Snazzy Studio at The Parker

Let’s say you’re a gal about town, or an international man of mystery, or a Boston Bruin looking at a long playoff run. You want swank city digs but you don’t want to make decorating decisions for a 3,000-square-foot penthouse. Enter Unit 1010 at The Parker, Boston’s latest eye-popping condo development in the Theater District, overlooking Downtown Crossing.

April 17th 2023
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33 Outdoor Kitchen Ideas

Cozy up by the outdoor fireplace and enjoy the views around you. At The Parker, a new building in Boston, Linda Zarifi of Linda Zarifi Design created an elegant firepit area that's ideal for outdoor entertaining.

March 20th 2023
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Upscale Buildings with the Best Billiards Rooms

Centrally located on the edge of Boston Common within the city's vibrant Theater District, The Parker is a new luxury condominium offering elegantly designed homes and amenities inspired by private membership clubs.

February 16th 2023

The Parker Presents a Unique Opportunity to Own Residences Customized by Zarifi Design

Prospective residents now have the unique opportunity to purchase a furnished turnkey unit with a custom, limited-edition collection from the renowned team at Zarifi Design.

February 1st 2023
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Win Big this Super Bowl with Four Unbeatable Screening Rooms

No matter what team you’re rooting for this year, these four condos will have you winning with some of the best, most luxurious private residential screening rooms for an unbeatable viewing party.

January 13th 2023

A Warm Welcome Home – Luxury Living’s Coziest Condominium Lobbies

For those looking to escape the dropping temperatures and find cover from snow flurries in some of America's most iconic winter cities, we have a stunning collection of luxury condos that offer the perfect retreat.

January 12th 2023

Old Glamour Meets Chic Luxury at The Parker in Boston

Property of the Week: This gorgeous penthouse boasts some of the finest views in one of the world's most extraordinary cities.

January 3rd 2023

Boston’s Luxury Condominium Scene Comes to Life with New Developments

The Parker—a 22-story ground-up development at the intersection of Boston’s Back Bay, Beacon Hill, and Theater District neighborhoods—is one of the city’s most high-profile upmarket projects, centered in one of the most expensive zip codes in Massachusetts.

December 26th 2022
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Property of The Week: The Parker

National real estate developer Fortis Property Group today announced the official commencement of closings at The Parker, a new luxury condominium development overlooking Boston Common.

December 26th 2022
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Boston’s Architectural Scene Gets A Wakeup Call

Within Boston's emergent Theater District, The Parker rises over Boston Common in the form of a rounded-edge glass tower. With exterior sheathing of corrugated metal and dark charcoal glass, it sharply contrasts with the neighboring brick buildings, merging Boston's understated elegance with the Theater District's lively vibe.

December 16th 2022
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Stunning Residences in Major Football Cities

For those seeking a dream home in Boston, The Parker is a stunning condominium that provides 168 units in an immaculately designed glass building overlooking Boston Common.

December 15th 2022

A Look Inside Boston’s First-Ever Turnkey Condos by Linda Zarifi

The Parker, Boston's first-ever turnkey condo development, offers a first look inside its newly completed turnkey model residence.

November 30th 2022
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The Ultimate Game Day Party Pads for New England Patriots Fans

New England Patriot's fans are in luck as we curated the best luxury condo buildings in Boston where they can enjoy top-notch fitness amenities, throw a big game day party, and cheer on their team from the comfort of home, while still hearing the roar of the stadium.

November 30th 2022
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The Best Luxury Condo Buildings in America’s Major Football Cities

We selected the best luxury condo buildings in main football cities so football lovers can have their team play right outside your front door.

November 18th 2022
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Boston’s Turnkey Condominium The Parker Commences Closings

The Parker, a new condominium development overlooking Boston, is welcoming residents to its 168 turnkey homes.

November 11th 2022
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The Parker Brings a Rare Opportunity to Own a Fully Furnished Condo in Boston

Closings have commenced at the Fortis-developed luxury condominium located on a bustling corner in Boston’s Theater District.

November 11th 2022
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The Parker Commences Closings in Boston’s Theater District

National real estate developer Fortis Property Group has announced the official commencement of closings at The Parker, a new luxury condominium development overlooking Boston Common.

November 11th 2022
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Fortis Opens Boston Luxury Condos

Fortis Property Group has opened The Parker, a 168-unit luxury condominium development located at 55 Lagrange St. in Boston.

November 10th 2022
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New Luxury Development Overlooking Boston Common Welcomes First Residents

The Parker, a new development offering turnkey condos overlooking Boston Common, has officially commenced closings and begun welcoming its first residents.

November 10th 2022

Gronk Goes From Tight End To Gym Designer in Massachusetts

NFL legend Rob “Gronk” Gronkowski is getting into the world of fitness design at The Parker.

October 24th 2022
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Boston Is a Budding Luxury Housing Hotspot

Douglas Elliman's George Sarkis talks about the strong fundamentals in Beantown, new development The Parker, and a beautiful fireplace.

August 9th 2022

Ready, Set, Go

Possibly the worst part about moving to a new home is packing and unpacking… but what if I told you that this is a thing of the past? Well, at least it is at The Parker, developed by Fortis Property Group.

April 24th 2022

Architectural Digest Middle East

Lebanese-American Designer Linda Zarifi Has Created A Chic New Blueprint For City Living

April 6th 2022

Gronk Fitness to Open Gym in New Luxury Residential Building in Boston

Few things get Bostonians hyped up like Gronk. Now, his family business, Gronk Fitness, one of the largest fitness equipment distributors in the country, plans to open its first Boston-based residential fitness center at The Parker, a luxury residential tower under construction in the Theater District.

April 5th 2022
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Gronkowskis Team Up with Downtown Boston Condo Developer

The developer of downtown Boston's newest luxury condo tower is counting on the Gronkowski family's name recognition and growing fitness equipment empire to spotlight the property's health club offering.

February 22nd 2022
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A Hidden Jewel Box

A new luxury high-rise has plans of bringing the VIP experience home right in the Theater District.

February 15th 2022
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The Parker, a new condo building in the Theatre District, is steeped in drama

On Jan. 27, Fortis Property Group launched sales at The Parker at 55 Lagrange St. in Boston’s Theatre District. The 22-story softly rounded-glass tower, designed by Stantec, offers 168 studio, one-bedroom, and-two-bedroom residences with price tags ranging from $600,000 to just over $3 million. Linda Zarifi designed the interiors, taking cues from the neighborhood.

February 14th 2022
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New Condo Tower Touts Private Club Atmosphere

The Sarkis Team at Douglas Elliman is marketing units starting at $575,000 at The Parker, Fortis Property Group's 168-unit tower at 55 Lagrange St. scheduled for completion in early fall. Buyers with a budget and preference for Boston Common views can bid on two-bedroom penthouse units listed at $3 million and over.

February 8th 2022
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Boston’s Newest Condo Tower Touts Private Club Atmosphere

Boston’s newest luxury condo building gives some buyers a chance to sample downtown living at a price below many suburban single-family homes. Brokers are marketing units starting at $575,000 at The Parker, Fortis Property Group’s 168-unit tower at 55 Lagrange St. scheduled for completion in early fall. Buyers with a budget and preference for Boston Common views can bid on two-bedroom penthouse units listed at $3 million.

December 14th 2021
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Boston’s Newest Tower Offers Luxury Living Downtown for under $1 Million

Units start at $600,000 in The Parker, which also provides access to a private screening room, a lounge, and rooftop cabanas.

December 3rd 2021
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Architectural Digest

When it comes to sales of luxury residential developments in Boston, business has never been better, according to Joshua A. Golden, the owner of Luxury Residential Group, a real estate company in the city. “There are a lot of new buildings in Boston, and the properties are selling at a brisk pace,” he says.

July 26th 2021
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Office Owners Lean Into Daycares And Outdoor Spaces To Lure Back Remote Workers

Boston’s office players are chasing amenities they hope will make their tenants reconsider working from home.

July 26th 2021
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Demand for High-End

"It doesn't look like we were in a pandemic" Is there demand for high-end, urban living post-COVID? Boston condo developers say not much has changed.

July 18th 2021
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A Calculated Bet on Condo Market Growth

Brooklyn, New York developer Fortis Property Group made its first splash in Boston commercial real estate with its 2007 acquisition of the 1.1 million-square-foot One Lincoln office tower that’s home to State Street Corp.’s headquarters. Now it’s starting to make its mark in multifamily development with a new 21-story, 146-unit condominium tower under construction on the edge of the Theater District and a planned 132-unit condo addition to the Dock Square Garage next to Faneuil Hall Marketplace.

July 2nd 2021
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Fortis Property Group tops out 55 Lagrange St. in Theater District

Boston, MA Fortis Property Group, a vertically integrated owner, operator and developer that is renowned for its transformative residential and multi-faceted real estate projects throughout major East Coast markets and in Texas, has reached a significant construction milestone on its latest residential tower located at 55 Lagrange St. in the Theater District.

June 27th 2021
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Downtown Residential Market Shows Resilience

The city is bustling again. Traffic is back and parking throughout Boston’s garages is nearing capacity. Restaurant patios are packed, and yet again high-demand dinner reservations need to be booked at least a week in advance. People want to spend time here, and they want to live amongst the energy and intellectual culture.