Vision

The Longwood Place Project will revitalize a dormant stretch of Brookline Avenue with a bold new vision, that brings cutting-edge research and office spaces, bustling community amenities, neighborhood retail, and much-needed housing. We're crafting a vibrant, welcoming public realm that will serve as the beating heart of the LMA and the surrounding community.





The Project (Current Phase)

3 Buildings

2 Commercial Buildings and 1 Residential Building

1.9 Acres

of Public Open Space

28,500 SF

of Diverse Retail Offerings and Community Space

Details of Community and Public Benefits to be delivered with the Project can be found here.

Project Summary



In January 2023 the BPDA Board approved the Planned Development Area that enables the redevelopment of the Simmons University Residence Campus. Refer to the Full Project page for additional details on the approved Development Plan.

The initial City of Boston Article 80B review process is focused on the first residential apartment building (the R1 Building) with approximately 227 units, the first two commercial buildings (the C1 and C2 buildings) that are designed for research and development as well as medical / clinic uses, below-grade parking and loading, and associated landscape and public realm improvements as depicted in the plan below ("The Project").



Project Location