Apartments to rent in 02129, Boston

02129 covers Charlestown — a historic, walkable Boston neighborhood on a peninsula just north of downtown. This page summarizes current rents, top schools, transit options, safety, parks and other local amenities for renters and landlords.

Nearby ZIPs Comparison

ZIPsCostSchoolsSafetyWalkability
02129 — Charlestown High Good Safe Excellent
02114 — Beacon Hill High Good Safe Excellent
02113 — North End / West End High Average Safe Excellent
02109 — North End High Average Safe Excellent
02128 — East Boston Average Average Safe Good
Excellent/Good
Average
Poor/Less Safe

Source: Zillow

ZIP 02129 Rental Prices

Studio
$1,600 – $2,400
1 bedroom
$1,800 – $3,200
2 bedroom
$2,600 – $4,000
3 bedroom
$3,000 – $5,800

Source: Zillow

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02129 Schools & Education

Top Public Schools

Charlestown High School

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240 Medford St, Charlestown, MA 02129
🧭 In-ZIP (02129)

Top Private Schools

Source: Warren-Prescott official site, Boston Public Schools listings, GreatSchools / neighborhood listings

02129 Safety & Crime Overview

Safe

Charlestown (02129) is a busy, historic Boston neighborhood with an active Boston Police District presence (A-15). Overall the area trends safer than many dense urban neighborhoods, though like much of central Boston it sees occasional property crime and targeted incidents around transit hubs and commercial corridors. Residents and visitors should use routine urban precautions (lock vehicles, stay aware around late-night commercial corridors) and follow BPD alerts when issued.

Source: Boston Police Department (community alerts)

02129 Walkability, Transit & Bike Scores

Walk Score ~79
Very Walkable
Transit Score ~67
Good to Excellent Transit depending on location (Sullivan Square, buses, Navy Yard ferry)
Bike Score ~75
Very Bikeable
<15 min
To Downtown (North Station/Haymarket) by bus/Orange Line or ferry typically ~10-15 minutes depending on route and time of day.

Source: Walk Score / local property Walk Score listings

02129, Boston Summary

Overview

Charlestown (ZIP 02129) is a compact, historic Boston neighborhood with narrow streets, 19th-century rowhouses, and a growing waterfront Navy Yard redevelopment. It offers strong walkability, frequent transit (buses, Orange Line nearby, and a seasonal ferry), and a mix of family-oriented and professional households attracted to quick access to downtown.

Key Features

  • Historic character Bunker Hill Monument, narrow cobblestone streets and preserved 19th-century architecture.
  • Waterfront access & views Shipyard Park and Navy Yard attractions with ferry access to downtown.
  • Walkable, bikeable commutes Excellent walkability and bike access to North Station and downtown hubs.
  • Active neighborhood life Farmers market, independent restaurants and local small-business nodes around Thompson Square.

Housing Snapshot

  • Predominantly small multifamily buildings and converted rowhouses
  • Rent levels above national averages; strong demand and low vacancy
  • Mix of long-term residents and newer rentals tied to Navy Yard redevelopment

History

  • Early settlement One of Boston’s oldest neighborhoods, settled in the 1600s with Revolutionary War significance.
  • Bunker Hill Site of the 1775 Battle of Bunker Hill; the monument remains a neighborhood landmark.
  • Navy Yard redevelopment Former naval shipyard converted to residential and commercial uses over the last few decades.

Demographics and Lifestyle

  • Household profile Higher-than-average share of professionals and young families; well-educated population.
  • Transit & active commuting Short transit times into downtown and an unusually high local bike-commuting share.
  • Dining & culture Cluster of seafood restaurants, pubs and neighborhood eateries; active seasonal farmers market.