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Theater District

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Overview

The Theater District is a vibrant Boston sub-neighborhood. While it lacks a stage-shaped layout, it dazzles residents with its cultural charm, historic theaters, and lively energy.
The W Boston is the residential driver within the city’s Theater District and The Parker, is the newest residential entry into the neighborhood. No other large condo buildings currently exist in this area, just a handful of smaller loft-style buildings. However, developers are working to bring more residential to this mecca of nightlife.

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Location

The Theater District, nestled between Chinatown and the Boston Common, is a vibrant sub-neighborhood that captures the city’s cultural heartbeat. Stretching along Tremont Street and Washington Street, this area is defined by its historic theaters, upscale condos, and modern high-rises. Streets like Boylston and Stuart hum with energy, offering a mix of classic brownstones and sleek, urban living spaces. Nearby, smaller lanes like Mason and Avery bring charm and a quieter residential feel to the bustling district. With iconic landmarks like the Boston Opera House and Emerson Colonial Theatre, the Theater District is a dynamic blend of history, entertainment, and luxury living.

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$2M+ LUXURY MARKET DATA

Theater District remains the smallest contributor to Midtown luxury volume with $8,798,000 in sales in 2025. Luxury activity continues to be highly concentrated, with only a handful of residences each year crossing the $2M threshold. This year 4 sales hit that benchmark and they were split evenly between The W and The Parker. Pricing averaged $1,358/SF, noticeably lower than DTX and FiDi, reflecting the fact that the residential offerings are either older (The W) or skew smaller and more price-accessible (The Parker).

$8,798,000 TOTAL SALES VOLUME
$1,358 AVG. PRICE PER SQ. FOOT
4 NUMBER OF $2M+ PROPERTIES SOLD
Feb 16, 2021  |  Rachel Bakish

2021: Introducing our Annual Report

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Aug 13, 2019  |  Rachel Bakish

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Jun 2, 2018  |  Jeff Hamilton

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The W: The District’s Anchor Property

The W Boston is the residential driver within the city’s Theater District. Starting on the 16th floor of the W, the sightlines are incredible and stretch from Boston Harbor to the Back Bay through floor to ceiling windows. The W opened in 2008 at a time when the financial markets were in turmoil. Suffice it to say, the original sell out struggled. The W has found its way and typically trades at least a couple of units above $2M per year.

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