8 Charlestown open house options where modernity mixes with history

Most for under $1M

By Brenda Phan Jan 12, 2018, 12:06pm EST

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By Brenda Phan Jan 12, 2018, 12:06pm EST

Charlestown’s real estate is reminiscent of Boston’s past, but the neighborhood’s housing stock still manages to keep pace with today's standard of living.

The eight selections in this weekend’s open house tour have recently been renovated or built, offering modern amenities with the historical charm for which Charlestown is known.

272 Bunker Hill Street, #1

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Open house: Sunday, 12-1:30 p.m.

Price: $749,000

Size: 2-BR, 1.5-BA

Square footage: 1,144

The pitch: “This rowhouse duplex offers a custom cherry kitchen that leads out to a spacious deck and a king-sized master with access to the private yard.”

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272 Bunker Hill St, Boston, MA 02129

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197 Eighth Street, #628

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Open house: Saturday, 2-3 p.m.

Price: $859,900

Size: 2-BR, 2-BA

Square footage: 1,120

The pitch: “This home features expansive living space, dining and solarium overlooking a park with views of the Bunker Hill Monument and the USS Constitution.”

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197 8th St, Boston, MA 02129

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14 Belmont Street

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Open house: Saturday, 12-1 p.m.; Sunday, 12-1 p.m.

Price: $875,000

Size: 4-BR, 2-BA

Square footage: 1,800

The pitch: “Recently renovated in 2017, this single family provides custom finishes and detail throughout.”

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14 Belmont St, Charlestown, MA 02129

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1-3 Albion Place, #2

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Open house: Saturday, 11 a.m.-12 p.m.; Sunday, 12-1 p.m.

Price: $899,900

Size: 3-BR, 2.5-BA

Square footage: 1,787

The pitch: “This penthouse duplex has three exposures and a huge open concept living area.”

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3 Albion Pl, Boston, MA 02129

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31 Essex Street, #1

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Open house: Sunday, 1-3 p.m.

Price: $749,000

Size: 2-BR, 2-BA

Square footage: 1,590

The pitch: “Complete renovations were done with high end finishes and attention to fine detail. The eat-in kitchen has custom cabinets and granite countertops.”