New Baby, New City, New Home:

How We Made This Cross-Country Move Seamless

New Construction in Weston

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By the Numbers

  • List Price: $3,850,000
  • Final Sale Price: $3,725,000
  • Days on Market: Off-market purchase
  • Buyer Showings: 1 private tour
  • Closing Timeline: Completed remotely

 

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The Buyers’ Journey

A growing family relocating across the country from San Francisco needed to find their perfect home in the Boston suburbs—fast. With a new baby on the way and two dogs, they were looking for a turnkey property with ample space and great outdoor recreation nearby. Their non-negotiables included:
✅ 5+ bedrooms, 5+ baths
✅ An in-law/au pair suite
✅ A spacious yard & quiet neighborhood
✅ At least one home office
✅ Preferably new construction with a 3-car garage
✅ A location within an hour’s commute to Boston

 

On Market

The Challenges

  • Low Inventory & Seasonal Market: The home search took place right before the holidays, a time when inventory typically shrinks.
  • Competitive Market Conditions: Interest rates were rising, and the recent election had created market uncertainty.
  • Remote Closing: The buyers needed to manage the entire process from 3,000 miles away, making clear communication and trust essential.

My Strategy & Role

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  • 🔹 Exclusive Access to an Off-Market Home:
    Through my network, I discovered 40 Myles Standish Road, which had been temporarily pulled from the market for the holidays. I arranged a private showing to ensure my clients had the first opportunity.
  • 🔹 Crafting the Winning Offer:
    Given market conditions, I conducted an in-depth analysis and helped them submit an offer below asking price—while still including an inspection.

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  • 🔹 Expert Negotiation:
    Leveraging my relationship with the listing agent and understanding of local pricing trends, I successfully negotiated a final sale price of $3,725,000—$125,000 under asking.
  • 🔹 Seamless Remote Process:
    Since my clients were out of state and had just welcomed their first child, I managed all inspections, walkthroughs, and closing logistics on their behalf, ensuring a smooth, stress-free experience.
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The Perfect Home

 

🏡 40 Myles Standish Road checked every box for my clients—ample space, high-end finishes, a spacious yard, and the perfect layout for their growing family.

  • Private au pair suite
  • Multiple home offices
  • A quiet, scenic neighborhood with easy access to recreation
  • Turnkey condition, requiring no updates before move-in

 

What the Clients had to Say ....

💬 "Alison is an outstanding agent, and we are so thankful that our friends referred her to us as we prepared to relocate from SF. At our first Zoom meeting, we could tell she was a calm, pragmatic, and experienced agent who could help us learn the area and navigate a winter/holiday market (with the added joys of a recent election and rising interest rates).

"We spent 2.5 days exploring ~7 towns around Boston and found her insights to be genuine and balanced. She didn't just tell us what we wanted to hear—she gave us the perspective we needed to make a confident decision quickly. When it came time to place an offer (after only one weekend of viewings), she prepped us perfectly for strategy/pricing, and we got the place we wanted for below what we hoped. Once under contract, she managed every detail proactively, especially important as we were 3,000 miles away and had our first baby just 9 days ago!"

"We are so excited for our new home, and there’s no way this could have happened without Alison. She is a gem, and we will recommend her at any chance we get."

Looking to Relocate?

 

🌟 Relocating to the Boston suburbs and need an agent who knows the market inside and out? Whether you’re moving across town or across the country, I’ll help you find the perfect home—just like I did for this family.

📲 Let’s make your move seamless! Contact me today.
📧 alison.borrelli@commonmoves.com | 📞 617-257-3012
www.alisonborrelli.com