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Most Boston homeowners ask the wrong question about roof decks.

They ask "how much per square foot." The answer is meaningless without knowing what's underneath, how you get up there, what material you're using, and whether the city is going to make you go to ZBA.

The honest range for a Boston roof deck is $40,000 on the low end to $250,000+ on the high end. Most projects land between $60K and $150K. Where you fall depends on five specific things, broken down in the carousel.

Season just started. If you're planning a deck for this summer, you're already late on permits. If you're planning for next summer, now is the right time.

Save this. Send it to anyone you know who's been thinking about it. And contact us with any questions or to get your estimate.

We are so excited to share the incredible before and after of 157 O Street!

Same lot. Same address. Same neighborhood.

157 O Street started life in the 1900s as a single-family row house. After a ZBA-approved expansion and a 12-month build, it's the modern home you see in the photo.

Designed by Derek Rubinoff. Interior selections by Stanton Schwartz Design Group. Radiant heated floors throughout, custom designer closets, rear addition, roof deck, backyard.

Be sure to follow along for the full reveal!