We have news for you: You can own a home in one of Boston’s most historic neighborhoods for under $800,000. This week’s open house tour takes place in Charlestown. With exposed brick, original historic details, and views of the Bunker Hill Monument, it’s hard not to feel like you’ve been transported back in time. Most importantly, with warm weather upon us, you can view the Monument, the skyline, and the Harbor from the privacy of your home. Your spring and summer season just got a whole lot better.
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Charlestown open house tour: 8 options for under $800K
Check out these monumental views, literally

42 Eighth Street #3206
Open House: Sunday, 12 p.m. to 2 p.m.
Price: $550,000
Size: 1-BR, 1-BA
Square Footage: 686
The Pitch: “Nestled on the water's edge with easy access to Downtown, this beautifully updated one bedroom has a great, open floorplan with all new hardwood floors throughout.”
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4 Dexter Row #F
Open House: Sunday, 12 pm. to 1 p.m.
Price: $599,000
Size: 1-BR, 1-BA
Square Footage: 1,075
The Pitch: “Featuring exposed brick, wide pine floors, and unobstructed views of the Bunker Hill Monument and the Boston skyline, this rare to market home is one of a kind.”
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3 Elm Street #3
Open House: Sunday, 12:45 p.m. to 1:45 p.m.
Price: $629,000
Size: 2-BR, 2-BA
Square Footage: 1,015
The Pitch: “Well located near the town center, this pristine penthouse has a sunny corner exposure and an ideal layout.”
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45 First Avenue #304
Open House: Sunday, 12 p.m. to 1 p.m.
Price: $629,000
Size: 2-BR, 1-BA
Square Footage: 818
The Pitch: “Newly constructed in 2015, this unit has been fitted out with walnut flooring throughout, great closets, and a den.”
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2 Marshall Place
Open House: Sunday, 12 p.m. to 1 p.m.
Price: $675,000
Size: 4-BR, 2-BA
Square Footage: 1,620
The Pitch: “This delightful home features a spacious and sun-filled living room with gleaming hardwood floors, is ideal for gathering with family and friends.”
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253-255 Main Street #2
Open House: Sunday, 12 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Price: $699,000
Size: 2-BR, 2-BA
Square Footage: 972
The Pitch: “This beautiful condo unit offers an open floor plan with stunning views of the city and Zakim Bridge from every window.”
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68 High Street #4
Open House: Sunday, 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Price: $724,900
Size: 2-BR, 1-BA
Square Footage: 981
The Pitch: “This condo has a spacious living room with crown moldings, custom details, high ceilings, custom built-in cabinetry, decorative fireplace and gleaming hardwood flooring.”
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31 Winthrop Street #3
Open House: Saturday, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Sunday, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Price: $780,000
Size: 2-BR, 1-BA
Square Footage: 1,269
The Pitch: “This 1269 square foot, 2 bedroom (+office) penthouse condominium offers original pinewood floors from the 1850's as well as gas cooking/heat, and exposed brick in multiple rooms.”
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