A 60-unit condominium community in South End, Boston.
Market figures reflect closed sales over recent sales. Data sourced from MLS PIN.
The 1850 is a 60-unit boutique loft condominium in Boston's South End, occupying a former Emerson piano factory built in the late 1800s and converted to residential lofts (with conversion work referenced in 2006 and 2008). The building delivers authentic industrial character—original wood beams, exposed brick façade, and oversized windows—paired with modern updates. Recent sales show a median price of $655,000, roughly $789 per square foot, with units averaging 34 days on market and monthly HOA fees around $330.
The 1850's open loft floorplans are designed for flexibility. Many listings describe spaces that are "easily demisable"—buyers can build out a wall to create a true one-bedroom, one-bedroom-plus-study, or even a two-bedroom layout while retaining nearly 100% usable square footage. Available configurations range from an income-restricted studio to one- and two-bedroom lofts, plus penthouse-style and corner units. One documented unit measures 724 square feet.
Signature interior features across units include 10- to 11-foot beam ceilings, exposed brick and original wooden beams, polished or concrete floors, and four to six oversized industrial windows that flood interiors with light. Kitchens vary by unit and renovation era—many offer maple or dark cherry cabinets with granite counters and stainless steel appliances, while updated units (such as one rehabbed in 2016) feature honed marble or custom concrete countertops, lacquered cabinetry, induction ranges, and wine refrigeration. Corner and upper-floor units command sought-after views of downtown and the Back Bay skyline.
Set in the SoWa arts district of the South End, The 1850 places residents steps from a lively scene of restaurants, galleries, and neighborhood amenities, with an adjacent park and playground noted by several sellers. Commuting is straightforward: listings cite easy access to Route 93 and proximity to Downtown, Copley, and Chinatown. The Silver Line and multiple bus and train options serve the area, along with ample on-street resident permit parking. It's a strong fit for buyers who want loft character with genuine urban convenience.
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 1850 — 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 1850 →Over recent sales, units at The 1850 sold at a median of $655,000, about $789 per square foot.
Monthly condo fees at The 1850 currently range from roughly $330.35 to $330.35, depending on unit size and what the association's master policy covers.
The 1850 is a 60-unit condominium association in Boston, MA.
Recent sales at The 1850 averaged about 34 days on market, with 6 closings in the period.
