The Massachusetts Apartment Association (MAA) announced that Jennifer Murphy will serve as their President, effective January 1. Jen, who is Director of Marketing, joined CHR 25 years ago and will hold this office at MAA for one year. She is the third member of CHR’s management team (George McHugh in 2010 and Ed Zuker in 1989) to serve in this capacity. Jen has been an active member of MAA (previously known as the Residential Housing Association) for over 15 years and has participated in several noteworthy committees and initiatives.

The Massachusetts Apartment Association has recognized Hancock Estates, an 88-unit luxury apartment community nestled within the village of Chestnut Hill, with the award for a New Small Community. Due to COVID concerns, the awards ceremony was held virtually this year. Built in 2017, the community displays several features. A deluxe lifestyle center offers a community lounge and activity room with kitchenette, a theater and entertainment suite, a home office center and video conferencing room, and a state-of-the-art fitness center.

Tom Higgins, Marketing Manager for Chestnut Hill Realty, has received the Massachusetts Apartment Association’s (MAA) Rising Star Award. Tom was honored at MAA’s annual achievement Awards event, which was held virtually this year. This new award category recognizes those newer to the industry, who are committed to making multifamily real estate a career, and who have gone above and beyond in their communities and careers.

Michael McHugh, Property Manager for Hancock Village since 2018, has been recognized by the Massachusetts Apartment Association (MAA) as 2020's On-Site Apartment Manager of the Year. The award was announced at their annual Achievement Awards event, which was held virtually this year. With 789 townhouse apartments, Hancock Village is CHR's largest property and Mike supervises a staff of over 25 employees, including the on-site management team, resident services, the maintenance and landscaping teams, and the construction liaison team.

Metro Housing Boston, a non-profit organization that provides services that lead families and individuals to housing stability, economic security, and an improved quality of life, recently honored Ed Zuker, Founder and CEO of Chestnut Hill Realty, as their 2020 Housing Champion. The award was presented at the Champions of Housing gala on November 4, a live virtual Zoom event, that was well attended by a who’s who of real estate executives, community leaders and housing advocates.

Ed Zuker, Founder and CEO of Chestnut Hill Realty, is a founding board member and treasurer along with Eleanor White, Clerk and Barry Bluestone, Chair of the Board of Directors of Housing Forward-MA, a nonprofit housing advocacy group.  Led by Josh Zakim, the Executive Director and former Boston City Councilor.  The mission of Housing Forward-MA is to be a resource for pro-housing organizations and advocates by providing training, education and “research-backed” state- and local-level model policy proposals that help encourage the production of housing including affordable

Chestnut Hill Realty’s Ed Zuker has joined CEO Action for Diversity & Inclusion™. The members of this growing coalition, more than 1,000 strong, pledge to take action to cultivate workplaces where diverse perspectives and experiences are welcomed and respected, and where employees feel encouraged to discuss diversity and inclusion.

The term “essential worker,” has taken on a deeper meaning during the COVID-19 pandemic.  Our teachers, medical professionals, law enforcement and delivery personnel, among others, are providing critical services needed by individuals and society-as-a-whole. In appreciation of their continuing commitment and bravery, Until February 28, 2021, CHR is offering special discounted pricing on apartment rents and freezing rental increases for all two-year lease terms. 

Since the onset of the COVID-19 quarantine mandates in March, millions of American workers have transitioned to working from home either on a temporary or permanent basis. While some may have previously set up home offices, others have had to find creative ways to carve out sections of their residences.

In keeping with CHR’s strategy to improve the appeal of its communities and enhance the lifestyles of its residents, Hancock Village, acquired in 1986 and the Company’s largest property, is undergoing an ambitious and exciting series of construction projects.