Charlestown Navy Yard condo has stunning views, updates
Whether it is summertime or winter, the views from the living room and bedrooms of Unit 629 at Flagship Wharf in Charlestown are mesmerizing.
Closest to the residential complex is the dock for the water shuttle to Long Wharf. Berthed nearby is the USS Cassin Young, a World War II destroyer, and beyond that the USS Constitution, the Navy’s oldest commissioned warship.
And across the inner harbor is the striking Boston skyline that stretches from the U.S. District Courthouse at Fan Pier to the Leonard Zakim Bunker Hill Bridge.
David Murdock of Otis & Ahearn Real Estate has listed this beautifully renovated two-bedroom condo with panoramic views at $1.295 million. The main entry of Flagship Wharf at 197 Eighth St. opens into a spacious and recently refurbished lobby, staffed by a concierge around the clock.
Unit 629 is on the sixth floor, and it opens into a charming black marble vestibule, furnished an electric fireplace.
A coat closet and a half bath are on the left, and the main living space with its wall of windows is on the right.
The galley kitchen was completely renovated last year; the owners opened up the wall between the kitchen and living room to pull in more light.
The sleek kitchen, updated two years ago, has a new granite-topped breakfast bar created when the wall was opened.
It is much more than a pass-through; it’s wider and has an Absolute Black granite shelf with an overhang so that it can serve as a breakfast bar with room for three high stools. Pendant lights are suspended above it.
The kitchen itself has Absolute Black granite counters on two surfaces and custom white cabinetry, some with glass fronts. Top-of-the-line stainless steel appliances include a Miele wall oven, a warming oven and a microwave, a Sub-Zero refrigerator and a Fisher & Paykel dishwasher. The cooktop is electric.
Next to the kitchen is a delightful space for the dining area. Against the wall are new, custom-built shelves and cabinets, beside which are two Marvel wine coolers. A couple of the wall cabinets have glass fronts.
The living room space is a continuation of the dining area, unified by gleaming maple flooring. A wall of windows captures both water and city views, and another wall holds a flat-screen television.
Opposite the living room is a study with a wood-burning fireplace, flanked by custom-built shelves and cabinets.
The panoramic views from the rooms at No. 629 at Flagship Wharf are enchanting around the clock.
Above the white wood mantelpiece is another flat-screen TV. French doors and sidelights that lead into this room draw plenty of light into this space, which could also be used as a guest bedroom.
Another French door sets apart the private living spaces. On the right is the carpeted second bedroom with a large closet. Six more windows offer delightful views. Across the hall is a full bath tiled with slate. The vanity is a cabinet with a glass front, and a glass vessel sink sits on top.
Both baths were completely renovated, says Murdock. Everything was taken down to the studs.
The master bedroom, also carpeted, includes a riser, which elevates the bed to line up with the windowsills and gives even better views than from the other bedroom. A large high-definition television is opposite the bed.
Every bit of space in this condo has been used. There is lots of closet space, including a closet just for shoes. Two other closets have been built out with Closettec shelving.
A library or study off the living room boasts a wall of custom-built cabinetry and a wood-burning fireplace.
The laundry closet includes a stacked Bosch washer and dryer and more shelving.
The en suite master bath is enormous. A deep, soaking Jacuzzi is set into a multi-colored slate deck, and if that isn’t enticing enough to spend time luxuriating in the whirlpool, a flat-screen television is mounted on the wall.
Next to tub is a water closet with a pocket door. The brown-flecked Labrador Antique granite-topped vanity has a single sink, but beneath it plumbing is in place should a second sink be desired.
Next to it is a glass-enclosed, slate-tiled shower with a rain showerhead. Top-of-the-line Grohe and Kohler fixtures were used in the baths.
The living room has a stunning view of the inner harbor and the Boston skyline.
Other amenities include recessed lighting, two zones of heating/air conditioning, surround sound and two deeded parking spaces. The four high-definition televisions are included in the sale.
DETAILS
Address: Flagship Wharf, Unit 629, 197 Eighth St., Charlestown Navy Yard
BR/BA: Two-plus bedrooms, two-and-a-half baths
Size: 1,839 square feet
Age: 1941; 1989; 2008
Price: $1.295 million
Taxes: $10,381 (FY 2010 with residential exemption)
Condo fee: $1,529 per month (includes hot water, valet parking, security, exercise room)
Features of building: Luxury 201-unit residential complex with 24-hour concierge, valet parking; fitness room, common courtyard and small café, tavern and dry cleaner; pet-friendly.
Features of home: Spacious, totally renovated condo with stunning southwest views; high ceilings with crown molding; maple floors; new slate baths; master bath with Jacuzzi; new built-ins with two wine coolers next to opened–up kitchen with top-of–the-line stainless steel kitchen appliances; French doors to study with wood-burning fireplace and master bedroom; in-unit laundry; deeded storage; two deeded garage spaces.
Close by: Historic USS Constitution and other historic buildings in Navy Yard, two local marinas, Bunker Hill Monument; City Square; Charlestown and North End restaurants; easy access to Downtown by water shuttle or MBTA bus 93 to Orange Line; Route 93.
Contact: David Murdock, Otis & Ahearn Real Estate, 200 Newbury St., Boston, MA 02116. Phones: 617-267-3500 (office) or 617-828-7020 (cell).
Website: www.otisahearn.com
An open house will be held at this property Sunday, Aug. 1, from 1 to 3 p.m.
