Business Details
Your Trusted Partner for Property Management Solutions
Gravestar has built a reputation as a responsible steward of real estate assets, guided by a commitment to community and environmental sustainability. Our team of seasoned professionals brings decades of combined experience in property management, leasing, development, and asset management, serving diverse stakeholders across our portfolio. We prioritize sustainable practices, exemplified by our LEED-certified Greenworks Building renovation, which integrates eco-friendly materials and systems. Through the Gravestar Foundation, we actively support local communities with grants and volunteer initiatives focused on education, arts, and environmental responsibility. Our legal and administrative expertise ensures compliance and transparency in all business matters, while our community service days reflect our dedication to social impact.With a focus on East Cambridge and surrounding areas, we manage properties that align with evolving market needs. Our leadership team, including attorneys and engineers, combines technical proficiency with civic engagement to deliver tailored real estate solutions. We maintain transparent communication channels for tenant inquiries and provide detailed leasing information through dedicated contacts. Our approach balances financial performance with ethical responsibility, fostering long-term relationships with tenants, partners, and local organizations.
Services
Property Management
Leasing Services
Asset Management
Sustainable Building
Community Engagement
Tenant Relations
Legal Compliance
Environmental Programs
Building Maintenance
Development Consulting
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of combined experience in real estate asset management.
- Our team includes LEED-certified professionals with engineering and legal expertise.
- We maintain transparent communication through dedicated leasing contacts.
- Active community involvement through the Gravestar Foundation since 1992.
- Sustainable building practices demonstrated by our LEED-certified renovation.
Associations and certifications
- LEED
Services
Property Management
We provide comprehensive property management services for commercial real estate portfolios. Our team handles day-to-day operations, tenant relations, and maintenance coordination while maintaining focus on long-term asset value. With decades of combined experience, we implement customized strategies that balance financial performance with community impact, ensuring properties meet both investor goals and tenant needs.
Sustainable Building
Our sustainable building practices transform properties through eco-friendly renovations. The LEED-certified Greenworks Building demonstrates our commitment to environmental responsibility, featuring energy-efficient systems, natural lighting solutions, and bike storage facilities. We integrate sustainable materials and technologies that reduce environmental impact while enhancing tenant comfort and property value.
Community Engagement
Through the Gravestar Foundation, we support local communities with grants and volunteer initiatives. Our annual service days involve staff in projects like meal preparation for Community Servings and park maintenance along the Charles River. We fund educational programs, arts initiatives, and emergency relief efforts that directly benefit communities surrounding our properties.
Leasing Services
We offer tailored leasing solutions for commercial office spaces, including our 25,000 sq ft Greenworks Building in East Cambridge. Our leasing team provides detailed property information, coordinates viewings, and facilitates tenant onboarding. The building's strategic location near life-science developments and retail amenities makes it an attractive option for modern businesses.
Development Consulting
Our development consulting services guide property acquisitions, renovations, and strategic improvements. With expertise in commercial real estate law and engineering, we assess market opportunities and implement value-add strategies. We help clients navigate regulatory requirements while aligning projects with sustainability goals and community needs.
People
Anthony Barsamian
President and Chief Executive Officer
An attorney with extensive real estate experience, Anthony leads Gravestar's strategic direction. He combines legal expertise with community engagement, focusing on estate planning and US/Armenia relations.
Susan Kincaid
Vice President and General Counsel
Susan provides legal counsel and administrative support with 23 years of commercial real estate law experience. She advocates for women's education initiatives in Massachusetts and Kenya.
Katharine Bachman
Senior Advisor to the President
A former CEO and commercial real estate attorney, Kathy contributes strategic guidance. She serves on NAIOP Massachusetts' board and the Boston Bar Association.
Michael Doherty
Director of Real Estate
Mike manages real estate assets with over 30 years of engineering experience. A registered Professional Engineer, he focuses on new investment opportunities and property improvements.
Laurie Towle
Director of Accounting and Treasurer
Laurie oversees financial operations with expertise in real estate accounting. She ensures fiscal transparency and compliance across Gravestar's property portfolio.
Questions
What property management services do you offer?
We provide comprehensive property management including tenant relations, maintenance coordination, and financial oversight for commercial real estate portfolios.
How do you support local communities?
Through the Gravestar Foundation, we fund educational programs, arts initiatives, and environmental projects while organizing annual community service days.
What makes your buildings sustainable?
Our LEED-certified Greenworks Building features eco-friendly materials, energy-efficient systems, and natural lighting solutions that reduce environmental impact.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily manage properties in Cambridge, East Cambridge, and surrounding Massachusetts communities including Lawrence, Sudbury, and Waltham.
Reviews (1)
Ben P.
Mar 12, 2020
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Lie on their website about being "good stewards" within their communities. Right now in Wellesley they're in the process of demolishing what could be considered affordable housing to expand the parking lot of Whole Foods; a 2 family house built in 1924. Not something a good steward of the community would do! Not sure why Whole Foods isn't getting involved as inside the store there's all kinds of signage about helping impoverished farmers in the developing world. Certainly with the way Whole Foods seems to care about the less fortunate, they must not be happy about seeing
