Uptown Realty

• Locally owned real estate brokerage and property management company based in Allston, Massachusetts.
• Led by broker/owner Steve Sapontzis, who has worked in Boston real estate since 1997.
• Experienced in helping renters, home buyers, sellers, and property investors.

What we do

• Apartment rentals and house rentals in Greater Boston.
• Buyer representation for home and condo purchases.
• Seller representation, including pricing guidance, preparing homes for market, and MLS listing exposure.
• Property management for owners and investors, including local and out-of-area clients.

Service area

Uptown Realty focuses on Boston and nearby communities, including:

• Allston
• Brighton
• Brookline
• Cambridge / Somerville
• Fenway / Kenmore / Longwood
• Back Bay
• Other surrounding Greater Boston neighborhoods.

Experience

• Over 23 years of experience in Boston-area real estate.
• Uptown Realty has managed hundreds of properties throughout the Boston area.
• Strong relationships with local landlords, owners, and real estate professionals.

Typical rental service areas

Uptown Realty focuses on apartment and house rentals in and around Boston, including:

• Allston
• Brighton
• Brookline
• Back Bay
• Cambridge / Somerville
• Fenway / Kenmore / Longwood

How the apartment finder process works

1. Tell Uptown Realty what you are looking for.

• Move-in date
• Neighborhoods you prefer
• Size of apartment
• Price range
• Whether you have pets

2. Receive listings that match your criteria or search using the apartment finder on the website.
3. Schedule showings for the listings you are interested in. In-person and virtual showings (e.g. FaceTime or Skype) are available.
4. Submit an application for the rental you choose. Uptown Realty runs a credit check and presents your application to the owner for a final decision.
5. If accepted, complete leasing paperwork, which can be signed in person or electronically.
6. Pay required funds such as deposit and agreed-upon upfront rent via check, cash, or bank transfer to Uptown Realty's account.

Uptown Realty guides renters through the process and works with different situations and market conditions.

Rental broker fee information

For apartment rentals handled by Uptown Realty:

• Uptown Realty is usually paid one month's rent for their services.
• In some cases, the landlord pays the entire fee.
• In other cases, the landlord and tenant split the fee (half a month's rent each).
• Sometimes the tenant pays the entire fee.
• Whatever the situation, Uptown Realty makes you aware of the fee arrangement before you view any apartment.
• If you are accepted for an apartment, you receive a Fee Disclosure Form that details any and all fees.
• There are no fees or charges just to look at apartments.

Common questions about rentals

• Uptown Realty can help you evaluate neighborhoods and listings, including options beyond what you may see on classified sites.
• Using an experienced agent can save significant time and help you avoid problem rentals or misleading listings.
• The team focuses on finding apartments within your budget while helping you understand the trade-offs of cheaper versus higher-priced rentals.

Support for home and condo buyers

• Uptown Realty works with prospective home buyers throughout the Boston area.
• They help buyers locate and evaluate homes, condos, and investment properties.
• The team assists you from the search stage through closing, helping keep the process organized and on track.

How Uptown Realty helps buyers

• Uses MLS property listings and local knowledge to identify suitable homes.
• Provides guidance on neighborhoods and property types based on your goals.
• Helps you understand current Boston-area market conditions.
• Coordinates showings and helps you compare options.
• Supports you through offer, negotiation, and the steps leading to closing.

Service area for buyers

Uptown Realty serves buyers in Boston and surrounding communities, including areas such as:

• Allston and Brighton
• Brookline
• Back Bay
• Cambridge / Somerville
• Fenway / Kenmore / Longwood

Uptown Realty leverages long-standing relationships in the Boston area to help buyers find homes and investments that fit their needs.

Support for home sellers

• Uptown Realty assists homeowners and investors who want to sell properties in the Boston area.
• The team helps keep the many moving parts of a sale organized so you can focus on your goals.

How Uptown Realty helps sellers

• Provides comprehensive market analysis of your property.
• Advises on getting your property "market ready" so it appeals to buyers.
• Creates listings for inclusion in MLS property listings for maximum exposure.
• Guides you through the process from listing to closing.

Goals when selling

• Help you understand current market conditions.
• Work to position your property competitively so you can seek strong offers.
• Support you step-by-step so that the transaction stays on track.

These services are available for Boston-area homes, condos, and investment properties.

Office hours

• Monday: 9:00am – 5:00pm
• Tuesday: 9:00am – 5:00pm
• Wednesday: 9:00am – 5:00pm
• Thursday: 9:00am – 5:00pm
• Friday: 9:00am – 5:00pm
• Saturday: 9:00am – 5:00pm
• Sunday: 9:00am – 5:00pm

If you have a question about Boston-area real estate or property management, you can call, email, or submit the contact form on the website, and Uptown Realty will follow up with you.

Examples include:

• Condo owners
• Small multi-family owners
• Investors who prefer a local team to oversee day-to-day details

Role of Uptown Realty as property manager

• Provides peace of mind for owners in the ever-changing Boston real estate market.
• Keeps owners informed about their options and encourages questions about property investment and management.
• Has experience managing hundreds of properties throughout the Boston area.

Remote owners

• Uptown Realty works with owners who live far from Boston, helping them feel confident that their properties are being looked after locally.

Property management specifics such as exact services included, pricing, and contract terms are not listed on the website; for details, owners should contact Uptown Realty directly.

Ask anyway — the agent will say plainly that it is not published rather than guess.