Whether you’re a die-hard espresso nut, can’t function without your morning coffee, or you’re just in it for the pastries, it’s no exaggeration to say that coffee shops are a staple of modern urban living. And from global chains to locally-owned one-off cafes, Boston has no shortage of excellent coffee and tea houses on offer.

At the corner of High and Oliver Streets sits one of Downtown Boston’s oldest hot spots: the venerable Fort Hill Square. While a visitor could reasonably assume that Fort Hill Square would be found in the Fort Hill district of Roxbury, the intersection was named in honor of the famous hill on December 15th, 1875. Since then it’s been host to parks, residential facades, the Boston Fire Department, and more.

As a homeowner, it is natural to want to show your property some TLC. Upkeep and improvement, after all, is the key to getting a good price when you decide to sell! But before you dive in, you want to do your research. Here are some suggestions, courtesy of Fort Hill Pads, of home improvement projects with the best return on investment for your house in Fort Hill.....