Property News

Notes on the houses, the towns and the decisions behind them, written by the people who work here.

New Westwood Elementary School Buffer Zones
Westwood

New Westwood Elementary School Buffer Zones

March 11, 2026
Roula Bakis
Roula Bakis
What Families & Future Residents Should Know In Westwood, schools are more than just buildings where children spend their day. They are often the center of neighborhoods, shaping where families choose to live, how friendships form, and how communities grow together. Ask almos
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Will AI Replace Real Estate Agents?
Home Design Real Estate

Will AI Replace Real Estate Agents?

January 23, 2026
Roula Bakis
Roula Bakis
Not quite. Artificial Intelligence is influencing nearly every industry, and real estate is no exception. As a Realtor in Westwood, Massachusetts I am often asked whether AI will replace agents or change the way homes for sale in Westwood, MA are bought and sold. The reality is f
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The Psychology of Space
Home Design Real Estate

The Psychology of Space

September 13, 2025
Roula Bakis
Roula Bakis
Change your space – Change your life. When you walk into a home, it’s not just walls, furniture, finishes that greet you, it’s a feeling. Spaces have energy. They can lift you up, weigh you down. They can invite connection, create distance. The truth is, your home is not ju
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Your Front Door: The Invitation
Home Design

Your Front Door: The Invitation

June 29, 2025
Roula Bakis
Roula Bakis
The Front Door: The Power of First Impressions When it comes to designing our homes, we often prioritize interior spaces, overlooking the significant impact that the front door can have on the overall aesthetic and ambiance. Beyond its functional role, the front door has the powe
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Budgeting for Change
MAX or MOVE

Budgeting for Change

June 29, 2025
Roula Bakis
Roula Bakis
The New Stretch Energy Code – What It Means for New Home Buyers and Major Renovations The implementation of the New Stretch Energy Code in Westwood signifies a positive and profound shift toward sustainability and energy efficiency in construction and renovation. For new ho
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Creative Home Buying in 2023
MAX or MOVE Real Estate

Creative Home Buying in 2023

June 23, 2025
Roula Bakis
Roula Bakis
Creative Home Buying in 2023 Roula Bakis, Broker/Founder of boutique brokerage ARTEMIS Realty + Design, is putting a twist on traditional real estate offerings by identifying opportunities at a grassroots level through the integration of real estate and design. As the modern-day
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Reimagining a Legacy: Saving 78 Fox Hill
Home Design Westwood

Reimagining a Legacy: Saving 78 Fox Hill

June 23, 2025
Roula Bakis
Roula Bakis
The roots of 78 Fox Hill trace back to circa 1832, when it served as Westwood’s town farm or almshouse, a vital communal refuge. When a fire destroyed much of the original structure, the property was rebuilt—demonstrating Westwood’s early commitment to resilience and community ca
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