On one such quiet street, steps from the Esplanade bike and walking path and Charles Street, you’ll find apartments that are as charming as they come in these parts. The lobby is an oasis of greenery, decorated in French provincial style with small statuettes, antique birdcages, and watercolor prints adorning the walls. The gated elevator, a throwback to the building’s heyday, takes you upstairs, where you’ll find one- and two-bedroom apartments, all with plenty of light streaming in through large windows, ample closet space (especially for Beacon Hill), original molding detail, working fireplaces, built-ins, and, in some spaces, old-fashioned dumbwaiters — no more hauling your trash down the back staircase! The bathrooms and galley-size kitchens have been updated, but the apartments retain old-fashioned fixtures: brushed silver faucets, etched-glass wall lamps, even a sparkling chandelier hanging from the living room ceiling.

The building is family-owned; maintenance and laundry service are just a phone call away. Plus, this is some of the most reasonable rent in Beacon Hill — a true find. Your neighbors are quiet, working professionals, respectful of your privacy and peace of mind.

Your location is truly remarkable. In addition to the proximity of the Esplanade and Charles Street, you’re a short walk from the Charles/MGH and Park Street stops on the speedy Red Line. And it’s a hop, skip, and a jump to Downtown Crossing, Government Center, Newbury Street, and the Theatre District.