Building: 273 Water Street

The Captain Joseph Rose House is an icon of the historic Seaport District. As the city’s 3rd oldest building, it played many roles throughout it’s storied past before becoming the charming condo apartments of today. Originally built circa 1773 by Joseph Rose as his private residence, it was converted to commercial space in the 19th century and used as a cobbler shop, apothecary, and then a boarding house before the civil war. In 1863, it was converted into a dancehall later becoming a warehouse before being redeveloped into 4 luxury condominium apartments in 1998 by Sciame Development Company.

The building is 25 feet wide and has a landscaped common roof garden with a laundry room and additional storage in the basement. As a self-managed condominium, it offers low monthly common charges and a speedy Board approval process.

Building Description Provided by Lindsey Owen