New Construction Condos in Massachusetts: What Thorndike Development Offers
The market for new construction condominiums in Massachusetts is competitive, expensive, and often confusing. National builders dominate the headlines. Luxury high-rises in Boston grab attention. And in the suburbs, the options can feel either too generic or too expensive-leaving buyers wondering whether quality new construction at an accessible price point even exists outside the city.
It does. Thorndike Development has been building condominium communities across Massachusetts since 1983, and the company's current portfolio includes three actively selling neighborhoods that offer something the broader market often lacks: thoughtfully designed homes in genuine communities, built by a locally owned company that handles everything from architecture to customer service under one roof.
Three Communities, Three Lifestyles
Featherwinds - Halifax, MA (55+ Active Adult)
Featherwinds is a 102-unit elevator condominium community designed for buyers 55 and over. Homes range from 1,027 to 1,596 square feet with one to two bedrooms, priced from $439,000 to $589,000. Every building has elevator service- no stairs anywhere in the community. The setting overlooks the Country Club of Halifax, and amenities include a pool and four-season poolhouse, four pickleball courts, a community garden, a dog park, a central green, and a brand-new Halifax Senior Center being built at the entrance on Thorndike-donated land.
Featherwinds represents the most refined version of Thorndike's active adult model, built on lessons from seven previous 55+ communities including Red Mill Village in Norton (Best in the Nation from NAHB), approximately 100 homes at The Pinehills in Plymouth, and Sawyer's Reach and Summer Reach, where Thorndike sold 350 senior homes over five years.
Larkwood - Raynham, MA (Multi-Generational)
Larkwood is a 138-home riverside community of single-family attached condominiums along the Taunton River. Homes range from 1,671 to 2,746 square feet, priced from $584,000 to $685,000. The Gold PRISM Award-winning community offers both single-level and multi-level floor plans, with Larkwood's signature flex-space concept: ground-floor rooms that can be finished as a home office, guest suite, family room, or hobby space.
Amenities include a canoe and kayak launch on the Taunton River, walking trails, a community garden with raised beds, a tot lot, half-court basketball, and landscaped courtyards. Larkwood is open to all ages and appeals to a wide range of buyers- from young professionals and growing families to active adults who prefer a non-age-restricted setting.
Alden's Reach - Plymouth, MA (Multi-Generational)
Alden's Reach is a multi-generational neighborhood of detached and attached single-family homes. While technically condominiums (exterior maintenance and landscaping are handled by the association), the homes feel like standalone houses - with private outdoor space, garages, and significant separation between units. Homes range from 1,671 to 2,648 square feet, priced from $569,000 to $669,000, with one-floor living options and Plymouth's conservation land, ocean beaches, and historic waterfront nearby.
Amenities include a pool and four-season poolhouse, conservation-land trails, a community garden, tot lot, and half-court basketball. Alden's Reach is Thorndike's fifth Plymouth community, following a decade building at The Pinehills.
What Makes a Thorndike Condo Different
Fully Integrated Builder
Thorndike handles design, permitting, land development, construction, sales, interior design, and customer service in-house. This is not a developer who hires contractors and hopes for the best; it is a company whose senior team has been in place for 18 to 35 years. When something needs attention- during construction or years after closing- the same people are there.
Professional Interior Design
Every Thorndike buyer works with Nikkie Gaitan, the company's Director of Interior Design (18 years at Thorndike), to select finishes through a robust options program. Countertop materials and colors, cabinetry design, flooring species and widths, plumbing fixtures, tile selections, fireplaces, built-in shelving- the choices go well beyond the standard builder-grade palette. This is one of the most valued aspects of the Thorndike experience.
Construction Quality You Can Verify
Thorndike employs Building Enclosure Science, LLC- a worldwide leader in waterproofing to inspect every window before installation and every frame before siding goes on. Reserve and maintenance budgets for every community are designed for the long haul, not built on legal minimums. And customer service is led by Bobby Auger, who has been with the company for 26 years.
A Track Record of Over 3,500 Homes
Thorndike's portfolio spans more than four decades and includes Copperworks in Canton (212 boutique condos on the Paul Revere Heritage Site), Chapman's Reach at Marina Bay in Quincy (152 waterfront homes, Best in the Nation), 1 Upland in Norwood (262 apartments on the former Polaroid campus, sold for $93 million), Red Mill Village in Norton (Best in the Nation), and approximately 100 homes at The Pinehills in Plymouth. The company has earned over 45 national and regional awards.
Comparing the Three Communities
By price: Featherwinds starts from $439,000. Alden's Reach starts from $569,000. Larkwood starts from $584,000.
By size: Featherwinds ranges from 1,027 to 1,596 sq ft. Alden's Reach ranges from 1,671 to 2,648 sq ft. Larkwood ranges from 1,671 to 2,746 sq ft.
By buyer type: Featherwinds is exclusively 55+. Alden's Reach and Larkwood are open to all ages, with one-floor plans popular among active adults.
By setting: Featherwinds overlooks a golf course in Halifax. Alden's Reach backs up to conservation land in Plymouth. Larkwood sits along the Taunton River in Raynham.
By amenities: Featherwinds has elevators, pickleball, a pool, and an on-site senior center. Alden's Reach has a pool, poolhouse, and conservation trails. Larkwood has a kayak launch, river trails, and flex spaces.
Frequently Asked Questions:
1) Are these condos or single-family homes?
All three communities are condominiums, which means exterior maintenance, landscaping, and snow removal are handled by the association. However, the homes themselves range from elevator-served apartments (Featherwinds) to attached townhomes (Larkwood) to detached single-family-style homes (Alden's Reach). The condo structure provides convenience; the home designs provide the space and privacy of traditional houses.
2) What is the most affordable new construction condo?
Featherwinds in Halifax starts from $439,000 for a one-bedroom elevator condo (1,027 sq ft). This is among the most accessible new construction price points in the Massachusetts market for the quality level Thorndike delivers.
3) Can I customize my condo before it is built?
Yes. Thorndike's options program allows buyers to select countertops, cabinetry, flooring, fixtures, tile, paint, fireplaces, and more. Pre-construction homes offer the widest range of customization. Every buyer works with an in-house professional interior designer.
4) How do Thorndike condos compare to Boston-area new construction?
Boston-area new construction condos typically start above $700,000 for modest square footage with limited outdoor space. Thorndike's communities offer more square footage, private outdoor space, garages, community amenities (pools, trails, gardens), and professional design services at lower price points- with the trade-off of a suburban rather than urban location.
5) Where can I tour these communities?
All three communities have on-site sales centers. Alden's Reach is open daily 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Featherwinds and Larkwood also offer regular hours and scheduled appointments. You can tour all three in a single day- they are each roughly 20 minutes apart.
Conclusion
New construction condos in Massachusetts do not have to mean compromising on quality, space, or community. Thorndike Development's three active communities- Featherwinds for 55+ buyers, Larkwood for all ages with flexible riverside living, and Alden's Reach for multi-generational neighborhood living in Plymouth - offer a range of options built by a locally owned company with more than 3,500 homes and 45 awards behind it. Start with a tour and see the difference for yourself.
Also Read:
55+ Communities in Massachusetts: Finding the Right Fit
What Sets the Best Home Builders in Massachusetts Apart
The Ultimate Buyer's Guide to New Homes for Sale in Plymouth
Exploring Massachusetts New Home Communities
