The Smith No. 99 in Boston’s South End is Now Ready for Pre-Leasing

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BOSTON – With stunning city views, a two-story roof deck and one of the most comprehensive amenity programs in Boston’s South End, The Smith No. 99 is now ready
for pre-leasing.

Located between the historic streets of Harrison and Albany at 99 East Dedham Street, The Smith No. 99 is Phase Two of The Smith mixed-use apartment community which is already on track to earn a 2-star Fitwel rating and is targeting LEED Gold certification.

Scheduled to open in Fall 2023, The Smith No. 99 adds 304 new market-rate and affordable units to The Smith complex, for a total of 604 luxury residential apartments across two buildings, spanning 600,000 SF of residential and amenity space. Residents of The Smith are within walking distance to Boston Medical Center, abundant specialty shops, lively eateries, and the eclectic cultural spots of the South End and Back Bay.

Composed under a unified concept of “one block, two siblings” and designed by CBT architects, The Smith No. 99 compliments The Smith No. 89 by taking a sophisticated approach to urban living where artistry and craftsmanship combine to provide an abundance of outdoor spaces and curated amenities.

Health & Wellness Amenities

The Smith No. 99’s twelve floors offer a collection of amenities, greenspaces, and gathering
places that connect the community and the environment. In addition to a two-story roof deck offering spectacular 360-degree views of Boston, grill stations, dining areas, fire tables, private lounge spaces and a water feature, a full amenity package was designed with residents’ health and wellness in mind including:

● Indoor/outdoor fitness spaces with dedicated yoga and meditation areas
● An amenity lounge including a vinyl record room, billiards, kitchen, and sunroom
● A welcoming outdoor greenspace with landscaped trees and gardens offers a respite
from the city
● Multiple business office spaces with private work areas and conference rooms offering
dedicated areas for co-working and remote work
● Onsite bike storage and repair space are available to residents, encouraging a healthy
lifestyle and alternative/carbon-free transportation
● Pets are welcomed and pampered at The Smith No. 99, with an on-site pet spa, washing
station and even an indoor play area
● Walkable location with proximity to public greenspaces, local South End farmer’s market
to purchase fresh produce, and access to cultural attractions.

Additionally, the amenity package includes two levels of underground garage parking with direct access to apartments and EV charging stations, two Zipcars, and retail spaces (currently available for leasing by Atlantic Urban Retail) to address residents’ need for work/life balance.

In combination with existing amenities at The Smith No. 89, which include a rooftop pool lounge with fire pits and grills, a 10th-floor sky lounge, a state-of-the-art catering kitchen and billiard room, residents can enjoy double the living space and the largest amenity package in the South End.

Art Collection
Inspired by the South End’s industrial past and commitment to craft, The Smith No. 99 will be brimming inside and out with art, color, and custom-designed works from local and national artists. Curated by art consultancy Alchemy Station, The Smith No. 99 will feature over 90 works of art and nearly 20 custom commissions. Artworks in a multitude of media will be showcased throughout the property, a testament to artists pushing the bounds of their craft. The collection is committed to diverse and equitable representation by telling different artists’ stories across their varied backgrounds. Just a few of the featured artworks include:

● A three-panel wall sculpture composed of mixed media and paper by Cicely Carew,
muralist and the ICA’s 2023 James and Audrey Foster Prize winner
● A mesmerizing wood sculpture by viral artist Dan “Nuge” Nguyen, whose complex
designs have drawn over 100K+ Instagram followers from around the world
● A vibrant and graphic scrim mural celebrating the history of the South End through motifs
of art, music, and flowers by muralist Rachel Gloria Adams Larger-than-life interactive art pieces will also enliven The Smith No. 99’s greenspace from a giant, whimsical pair of stainless-steel eyeglasses by artist Don Kentworthy to a pair of colorful pups designed by metal sculptor Jeffie Brewer.

Apartment Design

The Smith No. 99’s open-concept layouts offer unique design elements including kitchen
islands, ORI beds (in select apartments), state-of-the-art stainless steel appliances, walk-in
closets and glass showers, ample cabinet storage space, industrial floor-to-ceiling windows
allowing for ample natural light and more. Private outdoor balconies with captivating city views are also available in select apartments.

Sustainability
The Smith No. 99 is leading the sustainability effort in new construction, designated to achieve LEED Gold level certification. Highlights include healthy, green products/materials throughout the building, reduced energy and water consumption through efficient design and operations, and enhanced indoor air quality through ventilation. This certification contributes to a minimized environmental footprint for the building and all its occupants.

The Smith No. 99, like its sister
The Smith No. 89, has also been registered with the Center for Active Design for its Fitwel
certification pursuit, a health and wellness framework focused on the wellbeing of people.
Through design and operational strategies, Fitwel enhances buildings by addressing health
behaviors and risks to increase well-being, enhance access to nutritional options, promote
safety and emergency preparedness, support social equity and encourage active living.
The Smith community has a collection of 604 units; 300 in The Smith No. 89 and 304 in The Smith No. 99 (of which 18 are affordable units) with the inclusion of two guest suites available for residents to reserve. The Smith No. 99 will begin welcoming residents in Fall 2023 offering studio, one, two- and three-bedroom apartments ranging from 481-1,355 SF and pricing from $2,975 to $7,100.

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