The Abby

Fire Alarm Permits Pulled for The Abby

Permits valued at $1.128M have been pulled for fire alarm install within the 3 buildings at The Abby in North Quincy. The new, mixed-use development will include a total of 610 apartments, 45,000 SF of retail space anchored by a Target store, a 1,314-space parking garage, including 852 parking spots for MBTA commuters. The residential portion of the project will be delivered over two phases, with the first units available for occupancy in May of 2021 and the second phase in January 2022. The entire North Quincy Station Redevelopment project is scheduled to be completed by Spring 2022. 

Construction Remains on Schedule for Transit-Oriented Development in North Quincy

Callahan Construction Managers announces construction remains on schedule at The Abby, a transit-oriented development at the MBTA’s North Quincy Red Line stop. The project is approaching construction milestones including the completion of exterior finishes and façade work. The project is designed by ICON Architecture and developed in partnership by Bozzuto and Atlantic. 

The new, mixed-use development will include three (3) apartment buildings with 610 units, 45,000 SF of retail space anchored by a Target store, a 1,314-space parking garage, including 852 parking spots for MBTA commuters. 

Phase one (1) of construction remains on-time, even amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. Callahan has continued to work diligently on Building A, with the team finalizing the property’s exterior, and installing and painting windows and cabinets in the first block of units. The Abby’s garage also nears completion, with continued work on elevator installations. Foundations at the post-tension section of the amenity area of Building B are also underway. 

“Callahan is proud of our safety team, which has overseen numerous job site changes, and has still maintained project schedules at the North Quincy site,” said Patrick Callahan, President of Callahan Construction Managers. “We have enjoyed a very successful partnership with Bozzuto and ICON Architecture, working in close collaboration during a difficult construction climate, and look forward to completing this transit-oriented community.” 

The Abby aims to redevelop North Quincy Station by transforming a former bus depot and parking lot into a vibrant community that pays homage to the area’s rich history. Residents at The Abby at North Quincy Station will have access to many luxury amenities including two outdoor courtyards, pool deck, club lounge, entertainment kitchen, dog spa, bike fix-it shop, and a fitness center with active group fitness and studio areas. 

“We appreciate Callahan’s attention to safety during this challenging time. Callahan has been able to maintain a safe work environment while keeping the job operational allowing us protect our workers and deliver the new project as planned,” said Mike Henehan, President of Bozzuto Development Company. 

The residential portion of the project will be delivered over two phases, with the first units available for occupancy in May of 2021 and the second phase in January 2022. The entire North Quincy Station Redevelopment project is scheduled to be completed by Spring 2022. 

Construction Continues for The Abby in North Quincy

Construction continues on The Abby at the North Quincy MBTA Station. The project will consist of three connected buildings offering 610 luxury apartments and 45,000 square feet of retail. The first phase of the project set to be complete this summer is the parking garage, which will offer 1,314 spaces in total, 852 for MBTA commuters and 462 for residents. The Abby will also feature over 15,000 square feet of amenity spaces to include a fitness center with active group fitness and studio areas, a solarium, a club lounge, an entertainment kitchen, billiards, a dog spa, a bike fix-it shop, an outdoor pool deck with grills, an outdoor dog run and two landscaped courtyards.

Window Install Has Kicked Off for The Abby in Quincy

Window install has kicked off for the first residential building at The Abby in North Quincy. The transit-oriented project adjacent to the North Quincy MBTA Station will feature 610 apartments along with 50,000 square feet of commercial/retail space including Target as one of the anchor tenants. The development also includes a 1,300+ space parking garage that is set to open this coming summer.

Wood Framing Ongoing for The Abby in Quincy

Wood framing is quickly rising for the first residential building at The Abby in North Quincy. Work also continues on the 1,314 space parking garage within the project that is set to be complete this coming summer. In total, The Abby will feature 610 luxury apartments and 50,000 square feet of retail space including a Target. Resident amenities will include a fitness center with active group fitness and studio areas, a solarium plus an outdoor pool deck. 

Crane in Place for The Abby in North Quincy

The tower crane is in place and wood framing has kicked off for The Abby next to the North Quincy MBTA Station. The development's parking garage which will include a total of 1314 spaces is also taking shape and will be the first portion of the project complete, expected in Summer 2020. The three residential buildings at The Abby will offer 610 apartments plus an array of amenities including a fitness center, a club lounge, an entertainment kitchen, billiards, a dog spa, a bike fix-it shop, an outdoor pool deck with grills, an outdoor dog run and two landscaped courtyard.

Framing Kicks Off for The Abby: Target Announced as Retail Anchor Tenant

While an official groundbreaking ceremony was held earlier this week, framing has started for The Abby, the mixed-use project being built next to the MBTA North Quincy Station. The Abby, named for former first lady Abigail Adams, will also include 50,000 square feet of retail space. The development team announced at the ground-breaking that Target will anchor the retail component.

The new parking garage on the site is set to open first in summer 2020 with Building A (to include 218 apartments plus the Target) to follow in spring 2021. In total 610 units will be spread across 3 buildings plus the project will also include 1,519 parking spaces 852 that are reserved for MBTA commuters.

The Abby will offer residents an array of amenities including a fitness center with group fitness and studio areas, a solarium, a club lounge, an entertainment kitchen, billiards, a dog spa, a bike fix-it shop, an outdoor pool with grills, an outdoor dog run and two landscaped courtyards.

Work Begins on Concrete Podium for North Quincy MBTA Project

Construction on the site next to the North Quincy MBTA station is ongoing with the beginning of concrete cores taking shape and sections of the podium. The upcoming mixed-use project will bring over 600 apartments and 50,000 square feet of commercial/retail space to this former parking lot. The project will also include 1,600 parking spaces to replace the 852 that were previously on the site.  Construction on phase 1 of the project is expected to be completed in 2020. 

Site Work Ongoing for North Quincy 600+ Unit Project

Site work is ongoing for the upcoming 610 apartment unit project at the North Quincy MBTA Station being developed by Atlantic Development and Bozzuto. The project will also include 50,000 square feet of commercial/retail space and 1,600 parking spaces, replacing 852 existing on the site. Luxury community amenities will include two outdoor courtyards and pool deck, along with nearly 20,000 square feet of indoor amenities, including a club lounge, commercial kitchen, solarium with outdoor access, co-working space & a fitness center with yoga and spin. Phase 1 of the project is expected to be complete in 2020.

Construction Begins for 600+ Unit Development at North Quincy MBTA Station

Construction is finally kicking off for the upcoming redevelopment at North Quincy Station. Fencing is in place, existing lights and trees are being removed and deep drainage work is set to begin. This new development will consist of around 610 apartments, 50,000 square feet of retail and separate parking for MBTA commuters, residents, and retail patrons. 

Resident amenities will include direct covered access to the Red Line MBTA Station, two outdoor courtyards and pool deck, nearly 20,000 square feet of indoor amenity spaces, including club lounge, commercial kitchen, solarium with outdoor access, co-working space & a fitness center with yoga and spin.

The project, designed by ICON Architecture, will be built by Callahan Construction and phase one is expected to open in 2020.

MBTA approves transit oriented development deal at North Quincy Red Line station

At yesterday's board meeting, the MBTA approved a 99-year lease of an 852-space parking lot at North Quincy station to a development team comprised of Atlantic Development and The Bozzuto Group. The development team would construct a $205 million mixed-use development containing residential units and retail space.

The development team would pay the MBTA a total of $230 million over 99 years and build a new parking garage on site. The deal would raise the City of Quincy's yearly property tax revenue by $1.6 million.

The proposed development has not yet been approved for construction by the City of Quincy. A rendering of the proposed development is posted above. More information about the proposed development is posted below.