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Worcester’s historic West Side is home to some of the city’s most distinguished residences, and the Thomas Brown House is among its finest. Set on a prominent corner lot in the sought-after Hammond Heights neighborhood, this 1901 Colonial Revival residence pairs timeless architectural character with the flexibility to meet today’s lifestyle needs. Inside, beautifully preserved period details—including stained glass windows, intricate millwork, beamed ceilings, pocket doors, and multiple fireplaces—create a warm, elegant atmosphere, while an expansive layout offers exceptional space for both everyday living and entertaining. Whether enjoyed as a grand single-family home or a legal two-family residence, the property presents a rare opportunity to own a landmark home that blends historic significance with modern versatility.

A 17,620-square-foot mansion in Riverdale occupies land once owned by Joseph and Rose Kennedy, whose family lived there during John F. Kennedy’s childhood. The original house no longer stands, but portions of its foundation remain within the basement of the residence now at 5040 Independence Avenue.

Haven TeamJul 27, 2026 · 2 min read

A newly built residence in Wellesley, Massachusetts, pairs detailed architecture with high-performance construction in a home created for the open market.

Haven TeamJul 27, 2026 · 3 min read

privacy without isolation, and design that makes everyday living feel intentional. From Minnetonka’s 1.26-acre, tree-wrapped retreat with more than $500,000 in improvements and a heated greenhouse, to a Wayzata cottage near Lake Minnetonka’s dining and boardwalk, each home invites indoor-outdoor gathering. In Inver Grove Heights, a former model modern farmhouse backs to pond and nature, pairing oversized windows with flexible, multi-level space.

Across Minnesota’s most storied shorelines, this quintet of lakefront residences reads less like single homes and more like private retreats built for every season. From Prior Lake’s 150 feet of frontage with docks and a beachside outdoor fireplace to Leech Lake’s nearly three-acre Northwoods estate with level, sandy shoreline and west-facing sunsets, each property prioritizes usable water access and gathering spaces. Lake Waconia adds deeded docking and cinematic sunsets, while Forest Lake offers both a resort-style indoor pool and a secluded Gold Coast setting set far off the road.

homes and land that read as purposeful, not merely polished. A Sebastopol compound pairs multi-residence flexibility with solar resilience and extensive outbuildings, while Minneapolis offers two sharply different urban expressions, from skyline-facing pedigree to a warehouse-inspired loft rebuilt for hybrid work. In Golden Valley, new construction meets smart tech and immediate trail access at Theodore Wirth Park. The set is rounded out by North Mankato acreage defined by future heavy industrial zoning potential and utility proximity.

Across this quintet of Michigan listings, the throughline is a lifestyle that starts at the front door and extends straight into town. In Rochester, two classic colonials quintet hardwood warmth and timeless charm with the everyday ease of being near shops, parks, and community events. Along the lakeshore, Spring Lake and Grand Haven shift the focus to low-maintenance condo living, where boating access, open-concept layouts, and balconies or water views make entertaining feel natural and recreation feel routine.

Across Minnesota’s storied neighborhoods, river bluffs, and lake country—plus an entitled opportunity in Spearfish—this quintet traces a common thread of luxury shaped by privacy and possibility. A Pill Hill classic pairs traditional elegance with modern comfort engineering, while an Eagle Watch retreat frames Mississippi River sunsets beside a vast nature preserve. On Big Stony Lake, energy-smart construction supports a turnkey compound with beach, docks, and bunkhouse ease. Nearby Stewartville adds acreage and serious outbuilding utility, and Spearfish offers 44 approved lots ready for a next chapter.

Across Michigan, a quintet of listings traces a throughline of privacy, water, and room to shape a life that lasts. From a 277-acre Williamsburg holding with prominent US-31 frontage to a 31+ acre Holland sanctuary conceived by Steenwyk Architects, land and design set the tone. Traverse City’s Old Mission Peninsula pairs sweeping East Bay views with a fully realized equestrian estate. Whitehall’s Lake Michigan legacy centers on expansive shoreline and seclusion, while West Bloomfield offers nearly four wooded acres with deeded beach and boat access.

Across Minnesota, this quintet of properties shares a lifestyle-first sensibility, where daily rhythms are shaped by water, fairways, and the quiet shelter of trees. From a golf-course-adjacent Rochester residence set just below grade for added privacy to a private peninsula on Loon Lake with 530+ feet of shoreline, outdoor time anchors the experience. An Erskine retreat on Union Lake emphasizes sunsets and generous frontage, while Chanhassen offers a finished walkout and flexible work spaces. In Saint Paul, a well-kept fourplex pairs natural light with a dedicated den and detached garage for each unit.