48 Appleton St

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Price
3,600 Sq. Ft.
— / Sq. Ft.
3,600
Sq. Ft.
—
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Renovated townhouse blending 19th-century charm with modern elegance across five thoughtfully designed floors. The parlor level features a chef’s kitchen with white cabinetry, stainless appliances, and a natural stone island, adjoining a formal dining room that sets a sophisticated tone.The second floor boasts a dramatic Great Room with soaring ceilings, double fireplaces, and bay windows, perfect for entertaining. Upstairs, oversized bedrooms offer sitting areas and large closets, while the top-floor...Renovated townhouse blending 19th-century charm with modern elegance across five thoughtfully designed floors. The parlor level features a chef’s kitchen with white cabinetry, stainless appliances, and a natural stone island, adjoining a formal dining room that sets a sophisticated tone.The second floor boasts a dramatic Great Room with soaring ceilings, double fireplaces, and bay windows, perfect for entertaining. Upstairs, oversized bedrooms offer sitting areas and large closets, while the top-floor primary suite impresses with a wall of windows, built-ins, and a spa-like wet room with a separate tub and shower.The garden level includes a fourth bedroom or family room with patio access, laundry, and abundant storage. A private roof deck offers sweeping views of Back Bay and Downtown. Nestled in South End’s Golden Triangle, this home is nearby premier dining, shopping, and Back Bay station, and is complete with five-zone heating and central air.

Listing Agents

  1. Daisy Penney

    Daisy Penney

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    P: (781)-389-8224

  2. Penney + Gould

    Penney + Gould

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

    P: (781)-389-8224

  3. John Gould

    John Gould

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

    P: (781)-820-4132

Property Details for 48 Appleton Street

Town
Boston
MLS Area
South End
Area
MA-Boston, MA-Boston-South End
Parking Spaces Total
0

Amenities

  • Air Conditioning
  • Central Heating
  • Common Outdoor Space
LISTING UPDATED: 06/01/2026 12:07 PM

Property Details for 48 Appleton Street

StatusComing Soon
Days on Market-
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family
Year Built1890
Lot Size0.02 AC / 1,033 SF
CountySuffolk County
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Building Information for 48 Appleton Street

Stories-Year Built1890Building Size-Lot Size0.02 AC / 1,033 SF

Property Information for 48 Appleton Street

Features
Interior Features
  • Num of Full Baths: 3
  • Num of Half Baths: 1
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 4

Property History for 48 Appleton Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 1, 2026

Temporarily Withdrawn

MLS PIN #73482506

$3,995,000—
Mar 9, 2026

Contingent

MLS PIN #73482506

—
Mar 4, 2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73482506

$3,995,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/01/2026

Temporarily Withdrawn

MLS PIN #73482506

$3,995,000
03/09/2026

Contingent

MLS PIN #73482506

—
03/04/2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73482506

$3,995,000

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 48 Appleton Street

Taxable ValueLand$809,200Additions$3,350,500Total$4,159,700
Tax Record2025$48,169 ($4,014 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths3.5Total Finished SqFt3,311 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,311 SqFtStories4Lot Size1,033 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1890Year Renovated2014ZoningR1CountySUFFOLKAPNCBOS W:05 P:00896 S:000Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 48 Appleton Street

This home is within Boston Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - 1 to 12
Public - 6 to 12
Public - PK to 6
Public - PK to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Mel H King Elementary
Public1 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.

South End
South End
A diverse community with historic charm. A family-friendly and diverse neighborhood within range of the Prudential Center and the Back Bay skyline. Victorian row houses and well-maintained sidewalks lend the community a walkable and engaging vibe.

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48 Appleton Street is a single family home Coming Soon in Boston, MA 02116. This listing's school district is Boston Public Schools. Nearby schools include Mel H King Elementary, Quincy Upper School and Blackstone Elementary School. 48 Appleton Street is a 4-bed, 4-bath, 3,600 sqft single family home built in 1890.

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