A 21-unit condominium community in Financial District, Boston.
Market figures reflect closed sales over the last 24 months. Data sourced from MLS PIN.
# Tontine Crescent: Financial District Living in Historic Charlestown
Tontine Crescent is a 21-unit condominium association located in Charlestown's prestigious Gaslight District, steps from City Square Park. The development replicates Charles Bulfinch's iconic 1793 rowhouse architecture, offering residents a blend of historic character and contemporary living. Recent market activity shows a median sale price of $533,750 with units moving in approximately 31 days on average.
Based on recent listings, units commonly feature:
The association offers primarily one-bedroom and one-plus-bedroom floor plans, with select duplex configurations featuring two full baths. Corner units command premium positioning, frequently cited for abundant natural light and views toward City Square Park and the Zakim Bridge. Units range up to 1,300+ square feet for larger brick corner parlor units with garden space and three-bedroom configurations. Most residences span 683 to 1,075 square feet with efficient floor-through and second-floor layouts. Bonus rooms and versatile spaces accommodate home offices or additional living areas.
Located directly on the Freedom Trail near City Square, residents enjoy immediate walkability to Charlestown's dining, retail, and cultural destinations. The Gaslight District positioning places the association near Olives restaurant, the Harvard Mall, and direct access to the North End. Public transportation connectivity is immediate—City Square serves as a transit hub with easy commuting to the TD Garden and downtown Boston. The neighborhood combines historic architecture with modern urban convenience, attracting both first-time buyers and established professionals seeking walkable city living. Gas-lit streets and period details reinforce the area's distinctive character while contemporary renovations ensure move-in readiness. At $722 per square foot, Tontine Crescent offers accessible entry to one of Boston's most sought-after historic neighborhoods.
Justin Rollo is a Massachusetts real estate expert with over a decade of experience and hundreds of South Shore transactions. He tracks every sale, pending, and price movement inside Tontine Crescent — so whether you're buying into the community or thinking about selling, you're working with someone who knows this specific association inside and out.
Ask Justin about Tontine Crescent →Over recent sales, units at Tontine Crescent sold at a median of $533,750, about $722 per square foot.
Tontine Crescent is a 21-unit condominium association in Boston, MA.
Recent sales at Tontine Crescent averaged about 31 days on market, with 6 closings in the period.