Development & Real Estate Advisory

We broker the deal, underwrite it, and build it.

We work with real estate investors, developers, and property owners across Boston and the surrounding suburbs who need a partner that understands both the numbers and the build. Backed by William Raveis, named Top Luxury Brokerage at the 2025 Inman Golden I Club Awards, we cover every side of the deal: sourcing, underwriting, and execution. Most advisors can run a pro forma. We can tell you what it actually costs to execute, and what's going to go wrong if you don't plan for it.

Our advisory covers the full lifecycle of a real estate investment: deal sourcing and evaluation, feasibility and pro formas, renovation and development budgeting, scope creation, contractor procurement, and construction oversight from acquisition through disposition. Whether you're doing a fix-and-hold, a fix-and-sell, or a ground-up development, we bring the field knowledge most consultants don't have, because we don't just advise on the build, we run it.

We help our clients decide what to build, what it'll cost, and how to execute it on time and on budget. The construction side is where deals succeed or fail, and that's where we operate best. One partner, from the first offer to the final sale.

Our Development & Real Estate Advisory Services Include:

• Deal sourcing and brokerage through William Raveis

• Deal evaluation and feasibility analysis

• Renovation and development budgeting

• Detailed scope of work creation

• Construction cost estimation and value engineering

• Project oversight and owner’s representation

• Contractor and subcontractor procurement

• Draw schedule management and lender coordination

• Disposition timeline and exit planning

HEAR FROM OUR CLIENTS

"The Trust Factor Was There"

"I would definitely recommend Cityside to anyone and everyone."

"Extremely Professional"

"The level of design and aesthetic that I was going for - he was able to bring to life"

"Professional & Reliable Service"

“Cityside Construction was awesome to work with — they finished on time, on budget, and kept communication clear every step of the way.”

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Industry Leaders

★★★★★

I recently hired Cityside Construction to install a patio at my home, and the experience was exceptional from start to finish.The Cityside team demonstrated remarkable professionalism throughout the project. They provided thoughtful design recommendations that perfectly aligned with our vision while offering practical solutions for our space. What impressed me most was their ability to handle all aspects of the project with minimal input required from our side - they managed everything from coordination to material selection seamlessly.Despite challenging winter conditions and a difficult access point (a narrow alleyway that required all work to be done by hand), the Cityside team completed the installation efficiently without compromising on quality. Their transparency throughout the process was refreshing - we were kept informed at every stage with no unexpected costs or delays.The finished patio exceeds our expectations in both appearance and construction quality. It's evident that the work was completed with precision and attention to detail, ensuring durability even with the challenging installation circumstances.

For anyone seeking patio installation services, I highly recommend Cityside Construction. Their combination of craftsmanship, efficiency, and customer service makes them an outstanding choice for any outdoor project.

Spencer Bos

★★★★★

"Nick and his whole team at Cityside Construction did an exceptional job demolishing our triple decker’s old porches and building new ones. They were thorough, collaborative, and very knowledgeable. As unpredictable problems arose, Nick and his team were able to pivot and adapt to come up with effective solutions, without adding too much extra cost. All of Cityside’s partner contractors were incredibly professional and highly skilled; truly some of the best tradespeople we’ve ever worked with. Overall, the quality of the work was next-level. Additionally, they quickly procured all the proper permits and followed all safety protocols. Our new porches are beautiful; we get lots of compliments from friends and neighbors. We would absolutely hire Cityside again and would highly recommend them."

Brenden Little

★★★★★

"Nick and his team were absolutely amazing. They were very patient with us during the planning process, while we decided the scope of work, but once we were aligned there and the permits came through, his team went to work. They delivered within the estimated timeline, and Nick kept in excellent communication throughout the process, texting us regularly and coming onsite for walkthroughs to discuss specifics. They took our original 1958 kitchen and barely updated basement and made them into dream living spaces, and we love our home! I would highly recommend Cityside Construction for any renovation project, large or small. I will definitely work with them again!"

Libby vanBuskirk