A 23-unit condominium community in Chinatown, Boston.
Market figures reflect closed sales over recent sales. Data sourced from MLS PIN.
# The Edison: Boston's Historic Loft Conversion
The Edison stands as one of Boston's most distinctive residential conversions—a transformed 1890s power station and historic Edison Electric building located in the heart of Chinatown's downtown corridor. Originally converted to residential lofts in 2001, the 23-unit association represents a rare opportunity to own architecturally significant industrial space in a prime urban location. With a median recent sale price of $929,500 and average pricing at $486 per square foot, The Edison attracts both first-time buyers and investors seeking authentic loft living.
The Edison's units showcase industrial-modern design elements consistent across the building:
The Edison's inventory ranges from flexible studio/loft configurations to expansive multi-bedroom residences. Studio and one-bedroom lofts offer open floor plans suitable for first-time homebuyers, while larger units—some combining two former units—deliver nearly 4,000 square feet with 2 bedrooms, 2 full baths, and 2 half baths. Several units feature duplex layouts with dramatic vertical space. A limited number of units qualify as Boston Redevelopment Authority (BRA) affordable resales, priced significantly below market value for qualified upper-moderate income households.
The Edison's Chinatown location places residents steps from the Financial District and at the center of downtown Boston. The building sits directly across from major transit and retail, including the T and Macy's, positioning it as ideal for urban commuters and those prioritizing walkable neighborhood access. Current monthly HOA fees are approximately $2,776, which in many units covers heat, hot water, cooking gas, and air conditioning—a notable operational advantage. Average days on market across recent sales is 172 days.
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 The Edison — 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 The Edison →Over recent sales, units at The Edison sold at a median of $929,500, about $486 per square foot.
Monthly condo fees at The Edison currently range from roughly $2776 to $2776, depending on unit size and what the association's master policy covers.
The Edison is a 23-unit condominium association in Boston, MA.
Recent sales at The Edison averaged about 172 days on market, with 6 closings in the period.