The Collective at Compass Boston

08/19/2026

Day in the life: Back Bay Brownstone Edition. Do you ever wonder what it would feel like to call a Back Bay brownstone home?

Welcome to a Beacon Street! Beautiful tree-lined streets, charming brownstone exteriors, minutes to the Charles River Esplanade, and modern, updated interiors all can co-exist. If you're interested in exploring brownstone living or curious about off-market opportunities, let us know!

08/18/2026

Spanning more than 2,100 sq ft with direct elevator entry, Residence 306 welcomes you with an impressive yet inviting main Kitchen, Dining, & Living area. The gourmet chef's kitchen boasts modern paneled custom cabinetry with LED-lit channels, and professional-grade appliances, flanked by a dramatic 10-foot quartz waterfall island with bar seating. The floating sidebar offers extra functionality to serve the dining area, which leads into the stuning living room where a floor-to-ceiling fireplace, illuminated shelving, and a floating TV console faces the seating area. An oversized wall of windows captures beautiful brownstone and city views along Columbus Avenue, and provides natural light for the entire space.

Residents enjoy a 24-hour concierge, incredibly attentive building staff, and a private fitness center. Ideally situated moments from the boutiques of Newbury Street, Back Bay Station, and the acclaimed restaurants of the South End, The Bryant offers an unmatched lifestyle in one of Boston's most coveted neighborhoods. Schedule your private tour by giving us a call at 617-807-0853.

08/12/2026

“Realtors For Life” isn’t just a phrase to us at The Collective At Compass — it’s a promise.

We’re incredibly grateful for the trust our clients place in us, not only to guide them through one of life’s biggest decisions, but to become trusted advisors for years to come.

08/06/2026

It's a tremendous honor to be profiled in MyBoston Magazine.

We discussed my two-decade career in real estate, my passion for preserving historic homes, and the experiences that have shaped my approach to advising clients in this distinctive market. We also explored the unique considerations of owning historic properties in Boston and the insights I share to help clients make thoughtful, informed decisions.

I'm grateful to the MyBoston team for this thoughtful profile and the opportunity to share my story. I hope you enjoy reading it as much as I enjoyed the conversation. Read the full feature here:

My Boston sits down with Lara Shuqom, principal of The Collective, an elite real estate group based out of Compass Real Estate in Back Bay, to learn more about her background and her take on the market for properties in our historic neighborhoods.

08/03/2026

We might be biased but... the most fantastic home on the market on Boston's South Shore is right here, at 480 Pleasant Street in Marshfield.

The custom-built Treehouse at Wales Pond is privately set on 2.83 acres along the water's edge. This architectural masterpiece fuses Japanese and Spanish influences with organic materials and pond views from nearly every room. Expansive glass walls open to sun-drenched terraces, effortlessly merging indoor and outdoor living. Every space embodies intentional design from the vaulted great room with custom steel fireplace and floating staircase, 1st floor primary suite with Smart Glass solarium bath, and tranquil Yoga Studio with Tatami mats. This home offers 4-6 bedrooms, 6 full baths, a spacious media room, lofted library, and a full in-law suite on the lower level with private entrance.

Outdoors, a heated pool & whirlpool bath, yard, fire pit & pizza oven overlook Wales Pond, while private trails through abutting conservation land lead to the Village of Marshfield Hills. A true sanctuary ideally located minutes to the Atlantic Coast.

Want to set up a tour for you, or a client of yours? We're just a phone call away at 617-807-0853.

07/31/2026

Experience the pinnacle of luxury living at The Bryant, Back Bay's premier full-service doorman building, ideally positioned at the intersection of Back Bay and the South End. Spanning more than 2,100 sq ft across 1 level with direct elevator entry, Residence 306 offers an expansive and thoughtfully designed floor plan with modern finishes and inviting living spaces.

A welcoming foyer leads into the sleek gourmet kitchen, appointed with Miele appliances, integrated PITT gas burners, abundant custom cabinetry, and a dramatic 10-foot quartz waterfall island with bar seating. Designed for everyday living and effortless entertaining, the kitchen flows seamlessly into the gracious dining area and living room, where a newly installed floor-to-ceiling fireplace is complemented by illuminated shelving and custom TV console with under mount lighting. An oversized wall of windows captures beautiful brownstone and city views along Columbus Avenue.

All three bedrooms are generously proportioned with ample closet space. The front-facing bedroom suite features a full bath with a glass shower. Tucked away at the end of the gallery hallway, the tranquil primary suite offers direct access to a private outdoor space, a large walk in California Closet and spa bathroom complete with dual sinks, towel warmer, tiled glass shower, and soaking tub. The third bedroom, currently configured as a home office and gym, provides exceptional flexibility for guests. A third full bath with glass shower serves this bedroom and visitors.

Additional highlights include a dedicated laundry room, temperature controlled extra storage closet, and full deeded garage parking space equipped with EV charging.

Residents enjoy a 24-hour concierge, incredibly attentive building staff, and a private fitness center. Ideally situated moments from the boutiques of Newbury Street, Back Bay Station, and the acclaimed restaurants of the South End, The Bryant offers an unmatched lifestyle in one of Boston's most coveted neighborhoods.

Interested in this spectactular residence? Schedule your private tour by giving us a call at 617-807-0853!

07/29/2026

Off-Market Properties: Myth or Mandatory? Good for buyers? Good for sellers? We could go on for hours about the benefits of off and pre-market listings for both buyers and sellers. Lisa gives her two cents here. This is an interesting and ever-evolving conversation. Reach out if you want a brief tutorial on how to successfully take advantage of a pre or off market listing period if you are a seller and how to get access to these listings as a buyer.

07/27/2026

The Residences at Pier 4 is one of the most luxurious living experiences in Boston's Seaport District. With views of the Financial District and the Boston Harbor, each of the 100+ ultra luxury residences has access to private outdoor spaces with top of the line finishes (and views), a 24 hour concierge, state of the art gym, residence lounge, private dining, underground parking and exclusive, landscaped outdoor spaces.

Luckily for you, we have a Residence currrently on offer. If you're looking for Seaport living in the $5M+ range, we'd love to show you all that could be yours at Pier 4. Get in touch for more info!

07/24/2026

Residence 302 at 2 Clarendon has a New Price: $810,000! This sophisticated corner condo on the 3rd floor of an iconic boutique building is nestled perfectly between South End and neighboring Back Bay. An incredible opportunity to own in one of Boston's most desirable neighborhoods.

Professionally managed, well-maintained, high owner occupancy association, and an elevator, this building is perfectly positioned by Tremont Street's vibrant dining, shopping, and cultural scene.

07/23/2026

Under Contract with multiple offers the first weekend on market! This exceptional resort-style home in Cohasset is a special one. Stay tuned for the tour inside 👀