Floor Decor

THE HARDWOOD FLOORS IN THESE CONDOS FEATURE DECORATIVE WOOD INLAYS TO CREATE CONTRAST AND VISUAL INTEREST.

$925,000 553 EAST FIRST STREET #2 / SOUTH BOSTON

PROS This second-floor unit in a 2013 modern-day threedecker features central air, recessed lighting, and hardwood floors with inlays. From the entryway, pass a bedroom, bath, and laundry closet and step into a spacious, open, and south-facing great room. The kitchen at left features granite counters, dark wood cabinets, mosaic tile backsplash, and an island with pendant lights. There’s a gas fireplace in the sunny living area, and sliders in the dining area open to a deck. Down the hall, the primary suite offers a walk-in closet, skyline views, and a bath with double vanity, step-in shower, and jetted tub. The unit comes with a deeded parking space and basement storage. CONS Lots of industry nearby, including an electrical substation.

ANDREW MCKINNEY, DONNELLY + CO., 617-501-0233, DONNELLYANDCO.COM

$1,385,000 46 HIGHLAND AVENUE #1 / CAMBRIDGE

PROS Set on a tree-lined street between Harvard and Inman squares, this unit comprises the lower two floors of a 1920 two-family. Enter from the front porch, and find the living room featuring bay windows and parquet floors with mahogany inlays. Built-in bookshelves frame a casement opening to the dining room and the updated kitchen with stone counters, stainless appliances, under-counter laundry, and island. A mudroom leads out to a deeded driveway spot. The primary bedroom has a walk-in closet and remodeled bath with step-in shower, while the second bedroom, across from a bath, has a tiled fireplace. The carpeted lower level holds a den and office. CONS An offer has been accepted.

GAIL ROBERTS, ED FEIJO & TEAM, COLDWELL BANKER, 617-844-2712, GAILROBERTS.COM