Welcome to Charlestown
55 Bunker Hill Street, Charlestown
Charlestown is the BHA's largest housing community for low- and moderate-income individuals and families. We are located in historic Charlestown, near the waterfront. Since 1992, the complex has undergone major renovations. The grounds have been professionally landscaped and offer residents a pleasant living environment. Charlestown offers 1094 one, two, three, four and five- bedroom units. Rents are calculated at 30% of a resident’s income. Residents have the option of choosing a flat rent as well.
Location:
Charlestown Apartments are located in Charlestown near Charlestown High School and Kent Middle School, as well as a supermarket, church, post office, the Charlestown Navy Yard, and small shops. The Kennedy Center, located nearby, provides early childhood education, a community resource center, adult education and job-readiness programs, services for senior citizens and more. The Charlestown Boys and Girls Club provides recreational and educational programs for children aged 6-18. Health Care is available at the nearby Charlestown/Bunker Hill Health Center.
Transportation:
Charlestown is accessible by the #93 MBTA bus, which stops near the development and provides easy access to downtown Boston.
Programs and Services:
Charlestown offers a wide range of amenities, programs and services, including:
- Full-time management and maintenance staff
- 24-hour emergency maintenance service
- Active resident task force that plans resident activities such as an annual unity day
- Resident task force office on-site
- Monthly meetings between the manager and task force members
- Parking on-site for residents
- Basketball court
- Playground and tot-lots on-site
- Washer and dryer hookups in apartments
- Landscaped grounds
- Apartments with front and back yards
- Telephone intercom and door buzzer security system
Please call us at (617) 988-5010 if we can answer any questions or be of assistance to you. We look forward to seeing you soon.
*Some programs and services may change depending on funding and the needs of the residents.
Carpet:
No
On-Site Laundry:
No
On-Site Parking:
Yes
Resident Services Coordinator:
Yes
Smoke Free:
Yes
Region:
3
Staff Details:
Wilma Burgos
617-988-5236
wilma.burgos@bostonhousing.org