48 Appleton St







































Description
The parlor level unveils a chef’s kitchen with white cabinetry, stainless appliances, and an oversized island with natural stone counters. Adjacent to the kitchen, a formal dining room anchors...48 Appleton Street is a masterfully renovated single-family townhouse that combines 19th-century architectural grace with contemporary sophistication. Spanning across 5 floors, this residence offers a rare blend of scale, light, and curated design moments—each space thoughtfully composed for elevated living.
The parlor level unveils a chef’s kitchen with white cabinetry, stainless appliances, and an oversized island with natural stone counters. Adjacent to the kitchen, a formal dining room anchors the home and provides a great first impression as you enter the home.
The second floor is devoted entirely to a dramatic Great Room, with soaring ceilings, double fireplaces, and expansive bay windows, creating a beautiful setting for entertaining. Guest bedrooms are all oversized and feature sitting areas and large closets. The top-floor primary suite features a wall of windows,and a media-ready built-in, and renovated bathroom with wet room, featuring a separate tub and shower. Secondary bathrooms are equally expressive, with bold tilework, pedestal sinks, and designer lighting. A private roof deck crowns the home and provides stunning views of Bay Bay and Downtown.
The garden level features a fourth bedroom or family room with full bathroom and direct access to the private patio through french doors. Laundry and an oversized utility room is also on this floor, providing abundant extra storage.
Additional highlights include a walk-in dressing corridor with custom cabinetry, and five-zone heating with central air. Set within South End’s Golden Triangle, this single family home offers prime proximity to the neighborhood's best dining, shopping, and access to transportation.
Listing Agents
john.gould@compass.comP: (781)-820-4132
daisy@compass.comP: (781)-389-8224
pgteam@compass.comP: (781)-389-8224
Property Details for 48 Appleton Street
Amenities
- Dryer
- Washer
- Air Conditioning
- Juliet Balcony
- Private Patio
- Private Roof Deck
- Renovated Kitchen
- Chef's Kitchen
Property Details for 48 Appleton Street
| Status | Coming Soon |
|---|---|
| Days on Market | - |
| Taxes | - |
| HOA Fees | - |
| Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
| Compass Type | Single Family |
| MLS Type | Single Family / Attached |
| Year Built | 1890 |
| Lot Size | 0.02 AC / 1,033 SF |
| County | Suffolk County |
Location
Building Information for 48 Appleton Street
Property Information for 48 Appleton Street
- Num of Full Baths: 3
- Num of Half Baths: 1
- Beds Total: 4
Property History for 48 Appleton Street
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 3, 2023 | Canceled MLS PIN #73124771 | $4,395,000 | — |
| Jun 14, 2023 | Listed (Active) MLS PIN #73124771 | $4,395,000 | — |
| Jun 7, 2021 | Canceled MLS PIN #72783870 | $4,395,000 | — |
| Feb 9, 2021 | Listed (Active) MLS PIN #72783870 | $4,395,000 | — |
| Dec 2, 2020 | Canceled MLS PIN #72722860 | $4,395,000 | — |
| Sep 9, 2020 | Listed (Active) MLS PIN #72722860 | $4,395,000 | — |
| Aug 31, 2020 | Canceled MLS PIN #72697176 | $4,395,000 | — |
| Jul 23, 2020 | Listed (Active) MLS PIN #72697176 | $4,395,000 | — |
| May 28, 2014 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #416718358 | $3,100,000 | +6.8% / yr |
| May 28, 2014 | Sold MLS PIN #71636424 | $3,100,000 | — |
| Feb 28, 2014 | Contingent MLS PIN #71636424 | — | |
| Feb 24, 2014 | Listed (Active) MLS PIN #71636424 | $3,195,000 | — |
| Jun 14, 2007 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #221854024 | $1,960,000 | — |
| Jun 14, 2007 | Sold MLS PIN #70452237 | $1,960,000 | — |
| Apr 3, 2007 | Under Agreement MLS PIN #70452237 | — | |
| Apr 3, 2007 | Contingent MLS PIN #70452237 | — | |
| Sep 6, 2006 | Listed (Active) MLS PIN #70452237 | $2,195,000 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/03/2023 | Canceled MLS PIN #73124771 | $4,395,000 |
| 06/14/2023 | Listed (Active) MLS PIN #73124771 | $4,395,000 |
| 06/07/2021 | Canceled MLS PIN #72783870 | $4,395,000 |
| 02/09/2021 | Listed (Active) MLS PIN #72783870 | $4,395,000 |
| 12/02/2020 | Canceled MLS PIN #72722860 | $4,395,000 |
| 09/09/2020 | Listed (Active) MLS PIN #72722860 | $4,395,000 |
| 08/31/2020 | Canceled MLS PIN #72697176 | $4,395,000 |
| 07/23/2020 | Listed (Active) MLS PIN #72697176 | $4,395,000 |
| 05/28/2014 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #416718358 | $3,100,000 +6.8% / yr |
| 05/28/2014 | Sold MLS PIN #71636424 | $3,100,000 |
| 02/28/2014 | Contingent MLS PIN #71636424 | — |
| 02/24/2014 | Listed (Active) MLS PIN #71636424 | $3,195,000 |
| 06/14/2007 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #221854024 | $1,960,000 |
| 06/14/2007 | Sold MLS PIN #70452237 | $1,960,000 |
| 04/03/2007 | Under Agreement MLS PIN #70452237 | — |
| 04/03/2007 | Contingent MLS PIN #70452237 | — |
| 09/06/2006 | Listed (Active) MLS PIN #70452237 | $2,195,000 |
For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 48 Appleton Street
Schools near 48 Appleton Street
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | 2 to 12 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 12 | |||
| Public - | PK to 6 | |||
| Public - | PK to 5 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Mel H King Elementary Public2 to 12 | ||
Quincy Upper School Public6 to 12 | ||
Blackstone Elementary School PublicPK to 6 | ||
Josiah Quincy Elementary School PublicPK to 5 |
School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.
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