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Sofia Rivera

Staff Writer

Sofia Rivera is a staff writer at Boston, where she covers all things real estate. She has a degree in journalism from Simmons College, where she also studied communications and Spanish. Having lived in and around Boston for years, she is on a never-ending hunt for the city's best chai latte.

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Home & Property

Five Jamaica Plain Apartments for Rent Close to a T Station

Hop on one of those shiny new Orange Line trains—and enjoy all JP offers.

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Five Chic South Boston Open Houses to Tour This Weekend

Peep these brick-and-beam lofts, digs with downtown Boston vistas, and sleek interiors.

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On the Market: A Grand Milton Residence with a Greenhouse

Five acres, seven fireplaces, and a hundred-bottle wine cellar furnish this elegant manor.

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Seven Homes for Sale around Massachusetts for $350K or Less

From Worcester County, to Cape Cod, to Quincy, these pretty homes start at $225,000.

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On the Market: A Quaint Oceanfront Cottage in Provincetown

This gem comes with a private beach, light-filled rooms, and a Conrad Malicoat fireplace to boot.

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Five of the Prettiest Homes to Hit the Market in August

Towers by the sea, rambling fields of flowers, and a home so beautiful it inspired a famous painting.

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For $29K a Month, This Seaport Rental with a 13-Jet Shower Could Be Yours

Prepare for the best shower of your life.

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Five Studio Apartments for $1,500 per Month in Allston and Brighton

On a last-minute hunt for a September 1 apartment? Move into one of these Allston-Brighton studios this weekend.

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Six Pretty Open Houses in Quincy to Check out This Weekend

Balconies and decks galore grace these scenic homes.

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On the Market: A Cool and Classy Loft in Dorchester

Featuring polished concrete floors, courtyard views, and creative partitions within an open layout.

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We Asked Local Moving Companies for Their Best Moving Stories

From the heartwarming to the horrifying, here’s what they told us.

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Six Homes for Sale with Fantastic Front Porches

These stoops are perfect for sipping your morning coffee, or decking out with seasonal decorations.

Education

Who’s Watching the College Counselors?

The vast majority of independent college consultants won’t land you in federal court. But in a largely unregulated field, how do you know what’s ethical, what’s not, and when to run away?

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On the Market: An Enchanting Antique Home on the Ocean

Built by a sea captain for his daughter, this magical residence enjoys a wraparound porch, art studio, and direct beach access.

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The Obamas Are Reportedly Buying a Vineyard Home from Wyc Grousbeck

It’s on the market for a cool $16,250,000.