Property Overview

Constitution Co-op is nestled in the historic community of Charlestown, Massachusetts. It was built in the heart of City Square. This co-op is located directly on the Freedom Trail. It is only minutes from the historic Bunker Hill Monument and the Charlestown Naval Yard, the final resting place of the U.S.S. Constitution, the oldest commissioned ship in the US Navy.

Constitution Co-op is a 7-story midrise 120-unit affordable community for seniors ages 62+. In addition, a limited number of residential dwelling units are designed and constructed to be accessible to mobility-impaired persons 18+ who need the design features of those units.

The construction of Constitution Co-op was completed in 1985. In 2022, Constitution Co-op started renovations of apartments that consist of new kitchen cabinets, counter tops, flooring, and new heating/air equipment. Building renovations are ongoing with a completion date of 2026.

Constitution Co-op Apartments is transforming into a smoke-free community. Smoking is not permitted in any location of the building or within 25 feet of the building by new resident members. A handful of resident members were grandfathered in, to be able to smoke only in their apartment.

Constitution Co-op is enhanced by its oversized apartment windows that overlook the city of Boston. Each floor has a large, beautiful lounge with plush furnishings and floor-to-ceiling windows that usher in the morning sun. This is a perfect area to sit and have a morning cup of coffee.

Members in our community enjoy participating in many activities such as:

• weekly coffee and conversation
• Movie night, afternoon bingo
• Crafting projects
• Community dinners
• Holiday events
• Chair Yoga

Members can also be a part of our council and join several committees within our co-op, such as.

• Entertainment Committee
• Leasing Committee
• Welcome Committee
• Maintenance Committee
• General Store Committee

Constitution Co-op has many services that are from outside agencies, such as rent assistance programs, laundry services, food pantry services, Chair Yoga, Fire prevention and evacuation classes twice a year, and a FREE local shuttle bus to the local supermarkets every Thursday at 10:00 AM.

Constitution Co-op is located on two MBTA bus lines, minutes away from Downtown Boston and the expressway. Local places of interest within a 15-minute walking distance:

• Town shopping plaza
• MGH Hospital
• US Post Office
• Pharmacy
• Supermarket
• Charlestown Public Library
• The Kennedy Center
• YMCA
• NEW Health Clinic
• The Pantry Food Bank
• Local restaurants such as the 99 and the Tavern
• Offsite Pet-friendly dog park

Constitution Co-op is an affordable and subsidized residential community. Residents pay 30% of their income for rent. This is based on income limits and occupants. Call the leasing office to schedule a tour and become a resident member of the Constitution Co-op Community today!