EASTHAMPTON, MA-A new concept in condo living designed to attract aging baby boomers will debut here later this year when construction gets under way to convert a four-story 1800s mill building into 100 condominium units. Nancy Whitley of Paradise One Partners LLC of Leominster says Paradise One, to be developed in a joint venture with Boston-based Jefferson Development, will feature new technologies for medical care that will enable owners to remain in their homes for as long as possible.
"It's a totally new concept," says Whitley, noting that along with the usual amenities, the complex will include a concierge service that will handle dinner reservations and dry cleaning arrangements as well as help residents plan for their healthcare needs. The complex, which is expected to cost between $18 million and $20 million to develop, will also offer the latest technology to allow residents to instantly connect to medical agencies in the area, she says.
The project, which targets the gay, lesbian and transgender communities but will also be open to other buyers, will allow residents to remain in their own homes while receiving healthcare assistance similar to the type offered by assisted-living providers, Whitley says. "Many of those attributes that have worked well with the continued care model will also be present in this community but they will be present in a different way."
Designed by architect Kuhn Riddle, the project's first phase of 70 to 80 units should begin later this year following the partial demolition of the 120,000-sf Glendale Mills building, a former covered button factory at 15 Cottage St. The one- and two-bedroom units will be available for sale starting at $250,000, Whitley says.
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