Boston's Real Estate Coworking Hub
Your Next Partner
Is Already Here
Because you're not building alone.
The Union is Boston's real estate coworking hub for builders, brokers, architects, developers, designers, investors, and operators who want to work smarter together.
Now Open
South Boston
The Network
The Person Who Can Solve
Your Problem Is Three Desks Away
You're surrounded by industry experts. Every seat is next to a builder, broker, architect, developer, designer, lender, or operator. The people who understand your challenges — and can help you solve them — are already here.
"We don't compete. We refer."
Surrounded by Experts
Every seat is next to someone who understands the game. Your next collaborator is already here.
Mutual Support & Referrals
Collaboration, not competition. Members actively refer work to each other and show up when it counts. This is how real networks are built.
Built-In Business Development
Every conversation in the lounge, every coffee at the bar, every nod in the hallway — it all compounds. Your network grows just by being here.
The Ecosystem
One Roof. Every Discipline.
Builders, brokers, architects, investors, attorneys — and the tech startups building the tools they'll use tomorrow. When your client needs a GC, an architect, or a lender, they're all here. And if you're building the next great proptech or contech product, your first users are sitting at the next desk.
Builders & GCs
Ground-up construction, renovations, and project management
Brokers & Agents
Residential and commercial real estate brokerage
Architects & Designers
Design, planning, and creative direction
Investors & Lenders
Capital, financing, and investment strategy
Attorneys, Consultants & Other
Legal counsel, advisory services, and specialized real estate professionals
PropTech & ConTech
Real estate and construction tech startups testing products with the pros who'll actually use them
"A client walks in and can meet with a GC, an architect, and a lender. A tech founder walks in and gets live feedback from the people who'll actually buy their product."
Programming
We Don't Just Share Space.
We Share Knowledge.
Regular programming designed to sharpen your edge, expand your reach, and deepen your connections.
Hard Hat Huddle
Every Fourth Friday
Bring a challenge, an opportunity, or just yourself. We'll work through it together, swap perspective, and connect with other builders and operators.
Lunch & Learn
Monthly Sessions
Expert-led sessions over lunch covering the latest in real estate development, design, and investment strategies.
Panel Discussions
Quarterly Events
Industry leaders share insights on market trends, policy changes, and emerging opportunities in Boston real estate.
Behind the Build
Bi-Monthly Deep Dives
A member takes the floor to walk through a recent project from start to finish — the vision, the pivots, the budget realities, and the lessons that only come from doing the work. Followed by open Q&A where nothing is off limits.
Outdoor Space & Fire Table
Available for Booking
Common outdoor space with fire table, perfect for client events, social gatherings, or casual after-work connections.
Coming Up
Upcoming Events
APR
14
Walter Pawlowski, Sherman law New Rules, Real Consequences: What Agents Need to Know Now
9:30 AM – 10:30 AM
The Union
APR
15
The Contractor's AI Playbook: 5 Workflows You Can Start Using Today
5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
The Union
APR
16
Hardhat Huddle (Every 3rd Thursday)
8:30 AM – 10:00 AM
The Union
APR
16
Minorities in Real Estate Development
5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
The Union
MAY
7
Climate Week Boston: A Developer Roundtable
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
The Union
MAY
8
Behind the Build: From 2-Family Teardown to 5 Luxury Townhom
3:30 PM – 8:00 PM
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DEC
25
Test Admin Event
6:00 PM
The Union, South Boston
DEC
25
Test Admin Event
6:00 PM
The Union, South Boston
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See AllThe Culture
You Don't Just Join.
You Belong.
The Union isn't a place you rent a desk. It's a community you become part of. Your hardhat goes on the wall. Your stickers go in the dispenser. Your book goes on the shelf. This is what it looks like when people back each other.
The Hard Hat Wall
Every member company gets a hardhat on the wall. It's your mark — a visible reminder that you're part of something bigger.
Rep Your People
Every member company keeps decals at The Union. Grab one for your hardhat, laptop, or truck window. When you spot one in the wild, you know they're one of yours.
The Lounge
Comfortable furniture designed to invite conversation, not just productivity. The best deals start as casual conversations over coffee.
The Member Library
Every member picks one book to add to the library. Inside the cover is a sticker with who chose it and why they love it. Get to know your neighbors before you even meet them.
Union Swag
Every member gets a hoodie, coffee mug, and more. When you see someone in a Union hoodie across town, you know they're one of yours.
Collaboration, Not Competition
Mutual support and referrals are the norm here. We lift each other up because that's how real communities work.
Our Community
Founding Members
The people who shape Boston's built environment,
all under one roof — and all in your corner.
Membership
Join The Union
Get access to everything — the space, the community, the programming, and the network.
Introductory Rate
+ $500 one-time initiation fee
Get in Touch
Ready to Build
Together?
Whether you're looking for a desk, a community, or both — we'd love to hear from you. Fill out the form and we'll be in touch.
Location
553 E 2nd St, South Boston, MA
Hours
7:00 AM – 7:00 PM, 7 days a week
