# Downtown Boston Realty

**Trade:** Real Estate · **Address:** 151 Tremont St, Boston, MA 02111, USA · **Phone:** (617) 921-4006 · **Website:** https://www.downtownbostonrealty.com/ · **Languages:** English

**Rating: 4.1/5** (medium confidence) — from 16 reviews across 4 sources.
94% of sentiment-scored reviews read net-positive. Last 6 months: 3 reviews, 0 negative.

## The honest read

Downtown Boston Realty is a family-run brokerage on Tremont Street that has represented buyers, sellers and renters across Boston's downtown neighborhoods — the Financial District, Back Bay, the South End, Beacon Hill, South Boston, the North End, the Seaport and the Waterfront — for what the company says is more than 30 years. It's owned by broker Vilma Dassoni, with Brenda Dassoni Hudson, Peter Dassoni and Miles Dassoni working as agents under the family name.

Nearly every review names Peter Dassoni directly, and the same qualities come up again and again: quick to respond, deeply familiar with the local market, and steady under a tight deadline. One client credited him with closing a duplex purchase in Beverly while simultaneously lining up a Back Bay sublet in a short window; another said he negotiated a lower rent "at no benefit to himself" after a frustrating search with a different agent. The praise spans both sides of the business — helping a first-time buyer settle into a new home within a couple of months, and placing tenants quickly for landlords who needed a fast turnaround. On Google the firm holds 4.9 stars from 63 ratings, and its Massachusetts real estate broker license is active.

One thing worth asking about: a renter who leased through the company in 2021 described a difficult eleven months — a broken microwave, a leaking shower, birds getting into the walls and ceiling, and a ceiling leak the landlord blamed on the tenants. It's the one dissenting account among fifteen five-star reviews running from 2021 through this year, and it points at maintenance follow-through on a rental rather than the buying or selling side of the business.

Downtown Boston Realty reads as a good fit for anyone navigating the downtown Boston market who wants an agent who picks up the phone — buyers, sellers and renters alike, especially on a tight timeline. Anyone renting through the firm might ask upfront who handles maintenance requests once the lease is signed.

**Strengths:**
- Responsive agent — reviewers repeatedly credit Peter Dassoni's fast communication
- Market knowledge — clients cite deep familiarity with Boston neighborhoods
- Rental placement — landlords report quick tenant turnaround

**Concerns:**
- Rental upkeep dispute — a 2021 tenant cited unresolved maintenance issues

## Claims & citations

Every claim below is backed by real evidence rows — uncited claims are dropped in code before publication.

- Massachusetts real estate broker license 9502348-RE-B is verified active _(confidence: high)_
  - [State License Registry](https://occupationallicensingandpermitting.mass.gov/madol/s/license-search-page) — “MA real_estate_broker license 9502348-RE-B verified active”
- 4.9-star Google rating from 63 ratings _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google](https://maps.google.com/?cid=13706463120446704734&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) — “Google: 4.9★ from 63 ratings”
- Reviewers consistently credit broker Peter Dassoni with fast, clear communication through the buying, selling and renting process _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2xaV1UxRkZMVTFTUkROV2RYbG1SRzlUVDFJeVpsRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xbe3723968d37cc5e!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOlZWU1FFLU1SRDNWdXlmRG9TT1IyZlE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Peter Dassoni did an outstanding job helping us through two major transitions at once, purchasing our duplex in Beverly and finding a sub…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT201Vk9XNHlXa1kzWmpWWmJUTkJabFJXY0VWRlRsRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xbe3723968d37cc5e!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOm5VOW4yWkY3ZjVZbTNBZlRWcEVFTlE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Peter Dassoni is highly knowledgeable about the market and was always responsive. Overall, he is a pleasant person to work with and made …”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2xCNVoybHhjVUZ2VWtSc2IzVlFaRm80ZURseVNIYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xbe3723968d37cc5e!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOlB5Z2lxcUFvUkRsb3VQZFo4eDlySHc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ I highly recommend working with Peter at DBR!  He is very knowledgeable,  patient and honest with feedback.  He helped us rent our condo …”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21jdGMxY3dNMWcxWVU1U1JXTjFVRWhQTXpKblpWRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xbe3723968d37cc5e!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOmctc1cwM1g1YU5SRWN1UEhPMzJnZVE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ I had a fantastic experience working with Peter and his team to find a house to rent when we moved to Boston from abroad last year and ag…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNMMVBEYWZ3EAE!2m1!1s0x0:0xbe3723968d37cc5e!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICL1PDafw%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ While finding an apartment in Boston, I worked with Peter to find a place that fit my needs. Peter was helpful, responsive, and informati…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURCOU9hQkdBEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0xbe3723968d37cc5e!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDB9OaBGA%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ After a frustrating experience with a different realtor, we cam upon DBR. Peter was able to show us so many options within our price rang…”
- Handles both purchase/sale transactions and rental placements, including fast tenant turnaround for landlords _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2xaV1UxRkZMVTFTUkROV2RYbG1SRzlUVDFJeVpsRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xbe3723968d37cc5e!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOlZWU1FFLU1SRDNWdXlmRG9TT1IyZlE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Peter Dassoni did an outstanding job helping us through two major transitions at once, purchasing our duplex in Beverly and finding a sub…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURlZ01EQ05nEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0xbe3723968d37cc5e!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDegMDCNg%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ It was a real pleasure working with Downtown Boston Realty. Be it Vilma, Brenda or Peter, they are all just so sweet. I highly recommend …”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChRDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNXMHFZNBAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xbe3723968d37cc5e!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICW0qY4%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Working with Peter and Vilma has been a fantastic experience. They helped with finding a replacement tenant very quickly in an instance o…”
- The company says it is a family-owned Boston brokerage with more than 30 years in business, owned by broker Vilma Dassoni with agents Brenda Dassoni Hudson, Peter Dassoni and Miles Dassoni _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Official Website](https://www.downtownbostonrealty.com) — “Downtown Boston Realty is a family-owned Boston real estate brokerage that helps clients buy, sell, and rent homes in Boston's downtown neig…”
  - [Official Website](https://www.downtownbostonrealty.com) — “Company history (self-reported): The site describes the company as one of the few family-owned and operated brokerages with over 30 years of…”
  - [Official Website](https://www.downtownbostonrealty.com) — “Ownership (self-reported): Owned by broker Vilma Dassoni; family-run with REALTORS Brenda Dassoni Hudson, Peter Dassoni, and Miles Dassoni”
  - [Official Website](https://www.downtownbostonrealty.com) — “Self-reported 30 years in business”
- The company says it serves Boston's Financial District, Back Bay, Beacon Hill, South End, South Boston, North End, Seaport, Waterfront and Downtown neighborhoods _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Official Website](https://www.downtownbostonrealty.com) — “Stated service area (self-reported): Boston, Financial District, Seaport District, Waterfront, North End, South Boston, South End, Beacon Hi…”
- A 2021 review described unresolved maintenance issues — a broken microwave, a leaking shower, birds in the walls, and a ceiling leak — during an eleven-month rental placed through the company _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURHd3I2ZVd3EAE!2m1!1s0x0:0xbe3723968d37cc5e!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDGwr6eWw%7C%7C?hl=en) — “1★ During my 11 month rental period our microwave broke, shower was leaking, had birds in our walls and ceiling, and a ceiling leak because …”
- 16 Google reviews from 2021 to 2026, fifteen of them five stars, with one negative rental-related review from 2021 _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2xaV1UxRkZMVTFTUkROV2RYbG1SRzlUVDFJeVpsRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xbe3723968d37cc5e!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOlZWU1FFLU1SRDNWdXlmRG9TT1IyZlE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Peter Dassoni did an outstanding job helping us through two major transitions at once, purchasing our duplex in Beverly and finding a sub…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2pKck1XdDBOM1ZxWlVWb01tSkpjVFJDUmxOM1gyYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xbe3723968d37cc5e!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOjJrMWt0N3VqZUVoMmJJcTRCRlN3X2c%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ only the finest! They made the process quick and easy on my part”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT201Vk9XNHlXa1kzWmpWWmJUTkJabFJXY0VWRlRsRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xbe3723968d37cc5e!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOm5VOW4yWkY3ZjVZbTNBZlRWcEVFTlE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Peter Dassoni is highly knowledgeable about the market and was always responsive. Overall, he is a pleasant person to work with and made …”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2xCNVoybHhjVUZ2VWtSc2IzVlFaRm80ZURseVNIYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xbe3723968d37cc5e!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOlB5Z2lxcUFvUkRsb3VQZFo4eDlySHc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ I highly recommend working with Peter at DBR!  He is very knowledgeable,  patient and honest with feedback.  He helped us rent our condo …”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21jdGMxY3dNMWcxWVU1U1JXTjFVRWhQTXpKblpWRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xbe3723968d37cc5e!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOmctc1cwM1g1YU5SRWN1UEhPMzJnZVE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ I had a fantastic experience working with Peter and his team to find a house to rent when we moved to Boston from abroad last year and ag…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnTURBNGN5SWxBRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xbe3723968d37cc5e!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgMDA4cyIlAE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ PETER DASSONI IS A STELLAR BROKER !!!  WHO GOES UP AND BEYOND TO HELP YOU ...   I WISH I COULD GIVE HIM 10 STARS”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNMMVBEYWZ3EAE!2m1!1s0x0:0xbe3723968d37cc5e!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICL1PDafw%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ While finding an apartment in Boston, I worked with Peter to find a place that fit my needs. Peter was helpful, responsive, and informati…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNKaE5UREtBEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0xbe3723968d37cc5e!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICJhNTDKA%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Very knowledgeable folks. I will definitly go with them for my future real estate needs.”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUR4dE1LZjV3RRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xbe3723968d37cc5e!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDxtMKf5wE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ I was helping my daughter search for an apartment in Boston.  A friend referred us to Peter Dassoni.  He could not have been more helpful…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURCOU9hQkdBEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0xbe3723968d37cc5e!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDB9OaBGA%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ After a frustrating experience with a different realtor, we cam upon DBR. Peter was able to show us so many options within our price rang…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURlaHZXTXJRRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xbe3723968d37cc5e!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDehvWMrQE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ I can only highly recommend Downtown Boston Realty as the only choice for realtors in the Boston area. Peter and Vilma are professional, …”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURlZ01EQ05nEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0xbe3723968d37cc5e!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDegMDCNg%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ It was a real pleasure working with Downtown Boston Realty. Be it Vilma, Brenda or Peter, they are all just so sweet. I highly recommend …”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNXcGZQVnFRRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xbe3723968d37cc5e!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICWpfPVqQE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Peter was persistent in finding a home for me, and thanks to his determination and advisement, I settled into a new home within just a co…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChRDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNXMHFZNBAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xbe3723968d37cc5e!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICW0qY4%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Working with Peter and Vilma has been a fantastic experience. They helped with finding a replacement tenant very quickly in an instance o…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURHd3I2ZVd3EAE!2m1!1s0x0:0xbe3723968d37cc5e!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDGwr6eWw%7C%7C?hl=en) — “1★ During my 11 month rental period our microwave broke, shower was leaking, had birds in our walls and ceiling, and a ceiling leak because …”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUQ2Nl9iaTJnRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xbe3723968d37cc5e!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgID66_bi2gE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Peter was the most wonderful guide that I could have asked during my journey as a first time home buyer. He put in the effort and time to…”
- Specializes in Real Estate _(confidence: high)_
  - [Official Website](https://www.downtownbostonrealty.com) — “Downtown Boston Realty is a family-owned Boston real estate brokerage that helps clients buy, sell, and rent homes in Boston's downtown neig…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2xaV1UxRkZMVTFTUkROV2RYbG1SRzlUVDFJeVpsRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0xbe3723968d37cc5e!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOlZWU1FFLU1SRDNWdXlmRG9TT1IyZlE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Peter Dassoni did an outstanding job helping us through two major transitions at once, purchasing our duplex in Beverly and finding a sub…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURlZ01EQ05nEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0xbe3723968d37cc5e!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDegMDCNg%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ It was a real pleasure working with Downtown Boston Realty. Be it Vilma, Brenda or Peter, they are all just so sweet. I highly recommend …”

## Ownership

- Identifies as family-owned — the business's own statement, not independently verified.

## License

Status: **active** (#9502348-RE-B, real_estate_broker) — verified against the official MA state registry on 2026-07-28, never self-reported.
Re-check at the official registry: https://occupationallicensingandpermitting.mass.gov/madol/s/license-search-page

## Sources

- [Google](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Downtown%20Boston%20Realty&query_place_id=ChIJvSEmKZ1w44kRXsw3jZYjN74): 4.9★ from 63 ratings
- [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Downtown%20Boston%20Realty&query_place_id=ChIJvSEmKZ1w44kRXsw3jZYjN74): Listed on this source
- [Official Website](https://www.downtownbostonrealty.com): 30 yrs in business · Self-reported profile and service details
- [Exa](https://trustanalytica.org/us/ma/boston/reviews/downtown-boston-realty): 6 web mentions across the open web (each linked to its source)

## Recent reviews

- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Amanda English · 2026-04-24**: Peter Dassoni did an outstanding job helping us through two major transitions at once, purchasing our duplex in Beverly and finding a sublet for our Back Bay apartment in a very short timeframe. His knowledge of the market, responsiveness, and attention to detail made what could have been a stressfu…
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Dylan Jepsen · 2026-04-21**: only the finest! They made the process quick and easy on my part
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Frank Torres · 2026-04-01**: Peter Dassoni is highly knowledgeable about the market and was always responsive. Overall, he is a pleasant person to work with and made the stress of buying a home much more manageable with superb communication. I recommend working with Peter if you are looking to buy or sell real estate. Thanks ag…
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Elissa Hatoff · 2025-07-30**: I highly recommend working with Peter at DBR!  He is very knowledgeable,  patient and honest with feedback.  He helped us rent our condo and walked us through the process making it very easy.  We will definitely work with him again!
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Sasikhan Geibprasert · 2025-07-29**: I had a fantastic experience working with Peter and his team to find a house to rent when we moved to Boston from abroad last year and again finding a new rental this year. From the beginning, they were knowledgeable, and incredibly responsive. They took the time to understand exactly what I was loo…
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · JOHN · 2025-02-09**: PETER DASSONI IS A STELLAR BROKER !!!  WHO GOES UP AND BEYOND TO HELP YOU ...   I WISH I COULD GIVE HIM 10 STARS
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Mike Duest · 2024-06-15**: While finding an apartment in Boston, I worked with Peter to find a place that fit my needs. Peter was helpful, responsive, and informative throughout our interactions, and he helped me find my apartment quickly and without much stress. Would gladly work with Peter again in the future.
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Jacob Broyles · 2023-06-20**: Very knowledgeable folks. I will definitly go with them for my future real estate needs.
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Mary Lee Moore · 2023-06-02**: I was helping my daughter search for an apartment in Boston.  A friend referred us to Peter Dassoni.  He could not have been more helpful or professional.   It truly was a pleasure to work with him.  Highly recommend!
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Meredith McGee · 2023-01-12**: After a frustrating experience with a different realtor, we cam upon DBR. Peter was able to show us so many options within our price range and requirements it felt like we had so many great choices! He even was able to negociate to lower our rent price at no benefit to himself. Throughout the entire…

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