Theater District

Midtown

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.

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.

$2M+ Luxury Market Data

There were 3 sales in the Theater District this year that brought in $8,345,000 of sales volume to add to the Midtown total.  

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 two to four units above $2M per year. 2024 landed nicely between that figure, as all three sales were in this building.

 

The Parker: A Market Shift Below $2M

The other building in this area is The Parker, with 176 condo units that started selling at the end of 2022. There are a couple larger units that have sold in the past over $2M. However, the majority of units in this building are priced under $2M (many even under $1M), so this year, no sales traded above $2M in that building. There are rumors that this building has been in financial distress.

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To learn more about changing market dynamics moving into 2025 check out our Perspective on the Boston Luxury Housing Market>