A 92-unit condominium community in Charlestown, Boston.
Market figures reflect closed sales over the last 24 months. Data sourced from MLS PIN.
The Basilica is a 92-unit condominium community set within Charlestown's historic Navy Yard, occupying a building originally constructed in 1920 as a ship building facility and converted to residential condominiums in 1998. Over the past 24 months, five units sold at a median price of $565,000, or roughly $650 per square foot, with homes averaging 83 days on the market. The building recently completed a $6 million renovation that updated the lobby and common areas while preserving the property's industrial heritage.
The Basilica offers a range of layouts reflecting its converted-mill character. One-bedroom and popular "one bedroom plus den/study" floor plans feature cathedral-ceiling living rooms, arched brick windows, and exposed brick walls; several dens are large enough to serve as a second bedroom with a closet. One of the larger one-bedroom homes exceeds 700 square feet. Two-bedroom homes include both single-level layouts with open floor plans and two-level penthouse duplexes, some spanning roughly 1,070 square feet with 2 full baths, crown molding, and views toward the Tobin Bridge. Renovated kitchens commonly feature granite counters and stainless steel appliances, with higher-end units offering custom cabinetry and marble backsplashes.
Two important buyer notes: upon sale of a Basilica condo, the seller must pay the BPDA (formerly BRA) 2% of the selling price. Additionally, at least one BPDA-designated unit is income-restricted and age-restricted, requiring buyers to be over age 55 and to meet maximum income and asset limits.
Residents enjoy a waterfront Navy Yard lifestyle convenient to harbor activities, parks, and the Harborwalk. The historic setting blends preserved shipbuilding architecture with modern updates, offering an appealing option for those seeking character-rich living in one of Charlestown's most distinctive waterfront communities.
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 Basilica — 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 Basilica →Over the last 24 months, units at The Basilica sold at a median of $565,000, about $650 per square foot.
Monthly condo fees at The Basilica currently range from roughly $897.47 to $1603, depending on unit size and what the association's master policy covers.
The Basilica is a 92-unit condominium association in Boston, MA.
Recent sales at The Basilica averaged about 83 days on market, with 5 closings in the period.
