1 Washington Place, Boston MA 02129

Boston, MA 02129 • Charlestown - Thompson Square
$1,399,000
Est. $8,457/month
4
Beds
1.5
Baths
2,467
Sq Ft
$567
Price/Sq Ft
0.10
Acres
1835
Year Built
155
Days on Market
Pending Price Drop -$300,000 Listed Jul 17, 2025 • MLS# 73405907 Copied!

About this home

Unlock the potential of a truly special offering in one of Boston’s most treasured neighborhoods—Charlestown’s iconic Gas Light District. Rarely available free-standing single-family house with potential for 3-unit conversion. This once-in-a-generation opportunity invites developers, builders, and investors to reimagine a long-loved home on a large, flat 4,296 sq/ft lot. Zoned 3F per the BBD; possible uses include one-family, two-family (detached or semi-attached), three-family, or rowhouse—buyer to verify all info. The home has been in the same family for 60+ years and offers 9 rooms, 4 beds, and 1.5 baths across 2,467 sq/ft. This is an estate sale and will be sold “as is.” The Seller and Listing Agent make no representations or warranties regarding the property’s condition or future use. Buyer is responsible for all due diligence, plans, and permitting. Bring your vision and be part of Charlestown’s next chapter.

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1835
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
2,467 sq ft
Total Rooms
9

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1835
Living Area 2,467 sq ft
Lot Size 0.10 acres
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 1
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 9

Interior

Heating Electric Baseboard, Hot Water
Cooling Window Unit(s)
Flooring Vinyl, Hardwood
Appliances Water Heater
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 1
Basement Slab, Unfinished
Laundry In Basement
Features Bedroom

Exterior

Construction Brick, Stone
Architecture Colonial
Roof Shingle
Features Storage, Fenced Yard
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing Fenced/enclosed, Fenced
Patio/Porch None

Parking

Features Off Street

Utilities

Electric Circuit Breakers
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None

Financial

Annual Tax $14,197
Assessed Value $1,128,700

Interior Features

Flooring: Vinyl, Hardwood
Appliances: Water Heater
Interior Features: Bedroom
Windows:
Basement: Slab, Unfinished
Laundry: In Basement
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Colonial
Year Built: 1835
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Brick, Stone
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Stone, Brick/Mortar

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Electric Baseboard, Hot Water
Heating Zones: 2
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Storage, Fenced Yard
Patio & Porch:
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features: Easements, Additional Land Avail., Level
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Parking Features: Off Street

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Medical Facility, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University

Location

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Neighborhood

Charlestown - Thompson Square

1 Washington Place, Boston MA 02129

Boston, MA 02129

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Nearby Schools

School District
Boston School District local
C-
🎓 Where Graduates Go Class of 2021
52% attend college
38% 4-Year 14% 2-Year 7% Out of State 7% Working
School Safety 2024-25
3.7% Above Average
3.2% Suspensions 0.3% In-School 0.5% Emergency
1.8% below state avg
E

Elementary Schools

10 schools
A-
Warren-Prescott K-8 School
0.3 mi | #85 of 352 | Score: 51.3
Improved 4 spots from last year
-7 below state avg
507 students Diverse
Grades PK-08
D
Horace Mann School for the Deaf Hard of Hearing
0.4 mi | #374 of 346 | Score: 33.9
Same rank as last year
73 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-12
C
Harvard-Kent Elementary School
0.4 mi | #589 of 824 | Score: 41.5
Dropped 181 spots from last year
-16.7 below state avg
334 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
A
Eliot K-8 Innovation School
0.8 mi | #48 of 352 | Score: 57.2
Improved 2 spots from last year
-1.1 below state avg
784 students Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades PK-08
St. John Elementary School
0.9 mi
Grades PK-08
Advent School
1.1 mi
Grades K-06
C+
Mario Umana Academy
1.2 mi | #11 of 16 | Score: 26.9
Improved 333 spots from last year
-31.3 below state avg
634 students Less Diverse
Rising School
Grades PK-08
Park Street School
1.2 mi
Grades K-07
East Boston Central Catholic School
1.3 mi
Grades PK-08
B+
Alighieri Dante Montessori School
1.4 mi | #5 of 12 | Score: 45.3
Improved 124 spots from last year
-12.9 below state avg
109 students Diverse
Rising School
Grades PK-06
M

Middle Schools

10 schools
Middle School Academy
2.9 mi
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
3.8 mi | #349 of 352 | Score: 23.6
Improved 3 spots from last year
-34.6 below state avg
213 students Diverse
Grades 03-08
Nativity Prep School
4.1 mi
Grades 05-08
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
4.3 mi | #4 of 16 | Score: 41.9
Improved 187 spots from last year
-16.3 below state avg
1,126 students Diverse
Rising School College Ready Curriculum
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
4.7 mi
Mother Caroline Academy
4.7 mi
Grades 05-08
Epiphany School
5.6 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
8.9 mi | #265 of 352 | Score: 34.9
Improved 20 spots from last year
-23.3 below state avg
477 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades 03-08
Edwards Middle
0.4 mi
UP Academy
2.9 mi
H

High Schools

10 schools
D
Charlestown High School
0.5 mi | #322 of 346 | Score: 31.0
Improved 49 spots from last year
-27.2 below state avg
754 students Diverse
11 sports • 488 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
C-
East Boston High School
1.6 mi | #305 of 346 | Score: 37.3
Improved 31 spots from last year
-20.9 below state avg
1,252 students Less Diverse
14 sports • 584 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
Newman School
1.7 mi
Grades 07-12
C
Quincy Upper School
1.8 mi | #268 of 346 | Score: 44.6
Improved 4 spots from last year
-13.6 below state avg
557 students Very Diverse
12 sports • 208 athletes
High Graduation Rate Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-12
Cathedral High School
2.2 mi
9 sports • 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin School
3.1 mi | #19 of 346 | Score: 73.3
Improved 61 spots from last year
+15.1 above state avg
2,424 students Very Diverse
18 sports • 2,006 athletes
Strong AP Program High Graduation Rate Rising School Strong Athletics
Grades 07-12
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
3.2 mi | #90 of 346 | Score: 61.1
Improved 94 spots from last year
+2.9 above state avg
1,509 students Very Diverse
High Graduation Rate Rising School College Ready Curriculum Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
3.4 mi | #13 of 25 | Score: 31.7
Improved 356 spots from last year
-26.6 below state avg
565 students Diverse
10 sports • 242 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
C
Ruth Batson Academy
4.0 mi | #19 of 25 | Score: 27.6
Improved 346 spots from last year
-30.6 below state avg
604 students Diverse
8 sports • 128 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin Academy
4.1 mi | #2 of 25 | Score: 63.9
Improved 214 spots from last year
+5.7 above state avg
1,693 students Very Diverse
17 sports • 1,298 athletes
High Graduation Rate Rising School Strong Athletics Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
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Property History

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🏠
Listed for Sale
Jul 17, 2025
$1,399,000
Original listing
Agent: The Pallotta Group Office: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
🏠
Listed for Sale
Jul 17, 2025
$1,399,000
Original listing
Office: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Jul 17, 2025 New Listing Added $1,399,000
Jul 17, 2025 New Listing Added $1,399,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
155 days
Price per Sq Ft
$567
Total Price Drop
-$300,000

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $14,197 $1,128,700

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$14,197
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$1,128,700

Listing Information

Listing Agent The Pallotta Group
Listing Office Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Agent MLS ID TM336440
Office MLS ID AN6101

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