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The Charlestown
Front entrance of a senior living facility with large windows Bright and modern bathroom in a resident's unit Bright common area with seating and natural light. Modern kitchen in a senior living unit with apples on the counter Bright and welcoming interior living space with modern furniture Bright and well-decorated resident room with a view A well-furnished resident room with a bed and dresser

The Charlestown

9 W School St, Boston, MA 02129 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of The Charlestown

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Ideally situated in the thriving neighborhood of Charlestown, MA, The Charlestown is a purposely built 62+ community that offers independent living. Featuring cozy and sophisticated studio to two-bedroom floor plans, the community ensures residents are comfortable and safe. 24-hour emergency maintenance, on-site management, and laundry spaces are available, so residents have more time to do the things they love.

A thoughtfully planned calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs is conducted for residents’ recreation and wellness. Residents also gain easy access to their needs and preferences, especially with major highways and public transportation nearby. Pets are also welcome, as long as they follow community guidelines, to ease residents’ loneliness. The community’s warm and welcoming environment creates the ideal setting, so residents can live beyond their potential.

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By The Numbers

Community insights.

Walk Score Info Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby. Rank #35 / 438Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 35th out of 438 homes we track in Massachusetts for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Massachusetts facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Massachusetts that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
92 / 100

Additional Policies & Features

Minimum Age62

Amenities & Lifestyle

Wi-Fi
Laundry
Meeting Room
Garden
Patio
Pet Friendly
Activities
Internet Access
Cable Tv
Waterbottle Filling Station
Electric Car Charging Stations
Manicured Grounds
Commuter Rail Access
Energy Efficient
Individually Controlled Heating And Cooling
Key Fob Access Entry With Intercom System
Modern Appliances Including Refrigerator
And Dishwasher
Vinyl Plank Flooring
Abundant Closet Space
Energy Efficient Lighting
Oversized Windows With Ample Natural Light
Touring HoursMonday - Tuesday: 8:30AM to 5:00PM, Wednesday: Closed, Thursday: 8:30AM to 5:00PM, Friday: Closed, Saturday: Closed, Sunday: Closed

Pricing & Financial Information

Starting Price$1,700 per month

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What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Room Sizes: 411 - 500 / 535 - 836 / 912 sq. ft

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Address 1.5 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Boston's city center to The Charlestown's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Info below is compiled from the MA Executive Office of Elder Affairs, senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Licensed beds designated for special-care services (e.g. memory or other specialized units), as reported in state licensing data.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Yes/No from payment or funding tags indicating low-income accessibility options in state disclosures—not a determination of personal eligibility.
Whether the community is disclosed as co-located or on the same campus as a nursing home in state records.
Atria Longmeadow Place
IL
AL
MC
Burlington
110
Facility 110
MA AVG 86
Rank #42 / 227
Yes13
53
Facility 53
MA AVG 54
Rank #218 / 438
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
28
Facility 28
MA AVG 22
Rank #54 / 178
-YesNo
Atria Marina Place
IL
AL
MC
North Quincy (Marina Bay)
110
Facility 110
MA AVG 86
Rank #42 / 227
Yes21
12
Facility 12
MA AVG 54
Rank #404 / 438
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
27
Facility 27
MA AVG 22
Rank #61 / 178
-NoYes
Stonebridge at Burlington
IL
AL
MC
Burlington
110
Facility 110
MA AVG 86
Rank #42 / 227
Yes26
36
Facility 36
MA AVG 54
Rank #290 / 438
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / Companion
13
Facility 13
MA AVG 22
Rank #124 / 178
A-NoNo
The Residence at Boylston Place
IL
AL
MC
RC
Chestnut Hill
99
Facility 99
MA AVG 86
Rank #63 / 227
No18
78
Facility 78
MA AVG 54
Rank #124 / 438
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
26
Facility 26
MA AVG 22
Rank #77 / 178
-NoYes
The Charlestown
IL
Boston (Charlestown)-Yes-
92
Facility 92
MA AVG 54
Rank #35 / 438
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed--No-

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Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Massachusetts

The Charlestown is located in Boston, Massachusetts.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Massachusetts.

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Home Care Program

MassHealth Home Care

Age 60+
General Massachusetts resident, at risk of nursing home placement.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,500/month individual, varies by region
Asset Limits $2,000 individual, excludes home, car
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Coordinated through Aging Services Access Points (ASAPs); high demand in urban areas.

Benefits
In-home care (3-5 hours/day) Homemaker services Respite care (up to 14 days/year) Adult day care (~$75/day)

Frail Elder Waiver

Massachusetts Medicaid FE Waiver

Age 65+
General Massachusetts resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
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Requires clinical eligibility determination.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite care (240 hours/year) Adult day care (~$75/day) Home health services

Senior Care Options (SCO)

Massachusetts Senior Care Options

Age 65+
General Massachusetts resident, eligible for MassHealth (Medicare optional), nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual); QIT allowed.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) (excludes home up to $713,000, car).
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Not available in Dukes/Nantucket Counties; multiple SCO providers (e.g., CCA, Tufts).

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Respite (240 hours/year) Adult

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Massachusetts Medicare Savings Program (MassHealth Buy-In)

Age 65+ or disabled
General Massachusetts resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
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Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP) Respite

Massachusetts NFCSP Respite Care

Age —
General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; Massachusetts resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).
Income Limits (2025) Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.
Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.
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27 ASAPs; prioritizes low-income, rural caregivers.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Caregiver training Supplies (~$500/year)

Prescription Advantage

Massachusetts Prescription Advantage

Age 65+ or disabled
General Massachusetts resident, enrolled in Medicare Part D (or ineligible for Medicare).
Income Limits (2025) No strict limit; copays vary by income ~$24,980-$75,000/year individual
Asset Limits Not assessed.
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Supplements Medicare Part D; no enrollment fee for low-income.

Benefits
Covers prescription copays ($5-$40/drug) Fills coverage gaps Catastrophic cost protection ($4,000+ covered)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Massachusetts VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General Massachusetts resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
MA

High veteran demand statewide.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Frequently Asked Questions about The Charlestown

What neighborhood is The Charlestown in?

The Charlestown is in the Charlestown neighborhood of Boston.

Is The Charlestown in a walkable area?

The Charlestown has a walk score of 92. Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

Are pets allowed at The Charlestown?

Yes, The Charlestown allows residents to bring their pets.

How much does The Charlestown cost per month?

Pricing at The Charlestown starts at $1,700 per month, with rates varying by floorplan and additional care needs.

Are there photos of The Charlestown?

Yes — there are 7 photos of The Charlestown in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of The Charlestown?

The Charlestown is located at 9 W School St, Boston, MA 02129.

What is the phone number of The Charlestown?

(617) 398-6292 will put you in contact with the team at The Charlestown.

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