General Property Information
1550 on the Charles is located at 1550 Soldiers Field Road in the Brighton neighborhood of Boston, Massachusetts 02135. The community sits directly along the Charles River with views of the Boston skyline and Cambridge across the water. Residents are minutes from Boston Landing, Harvard Square and downtown Cambridge, with easy access to I-90, Storrow Drive and Soldiers Field Road for commuting throughout Greater Boston.
1550 on the Charles offers thoughtfully designed apartment homes with chef-inspired kitchens, modern dual-tone cabinetry, quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances. Each home features hardwood-style flooring, oversized windows for abundant natural light, expansive closets and a full-sized in-unit washer and dryer. Smart thermostats and smart locks come standard. Select residences include private balconies and views of the Charles River. Visit the floorplans page on 1550onthecharles.com to view current layouts.
Resident amenities at 1550 on the Charles include a rooftop lounge with views of Boston and the Charles River, a private courtyard with fire pit and grilling stations, a 24-hour fitness center with yoga studio and a community clubroom with billiards. The community provides direct access to a bike and running path along the Charles River, plus seasonal access to kayaks, paddle boards and canoes. Additional features include a co-working lounge, conference room, pet washing station, package storage, on-site bike storage and a community bike share program.
Yes. 1550 on the Charles is a pet-friendly apartment community in Brighton. The community features an on-site pet washing station for resident convenience and direct access to the Charles River bike path for daily walks. For specific information on permitted breeds and pet guidelines, contact the leasing office before applying.
Yes. 1550 on the Charles provides an underground garage parking for residents along with electric vehicle charging stations on site. The covered parking protects vehicles from New England weather year-round. On-site bike storage and a community bike share program are also available for residents who prefer two-wheeled commuting along the Charles River paths.
1550 on the Charles offers convenient access to multiple Boston-area transit options. The community is near the MBTA Boston Landing commuter rail station on the Framingham/Worcester Line, providing a direct connection to South Station and downtown Boston. Major roadways including Soldiers Field Road, Storrow Drive and the Massachusetts Turnpike are minutes away, putting Cambridge, Allston, the Back Bay and Logan Airport within easy reach. Only 5 minutes away enjoy the convience of bus stop lines 86, 64, and 70.
Residents of 1550 on the Charles enjoy proximity to Boston Landing with its restaurants, shops and the New Balance headquarters. The Charles River Reservation, Harvard Stadium and Brighton Center are all nearby. Brighton offers a quieter alternative to the urban density of downtown while keeping Boston, Cambridge and Watertown within a short drive.
Yes. 1550 on the Charles features a 24-hour fitness center along with a dedicated yoga studio. Beyond the gym, residents have direct access to the bike and running path that runs along the Charles River, plus seasonal kayak, paddle board and canoe access for water-based wellness right outside the building. The rooftop lounge and outdoor courtyard with fire pit also provide spaces to unwind.
Tours of 1550 on the Charles can be scheduled through the Schedule a Tour page on 1550onthecharles.com or by calling the leasing office at (844) 964-1386. Both guided in-person tours and virtual tours are available.
