48 Appleton St

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

Description

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
...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

  1. John Gould

    John Gould

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    john.gould@compass.com

    P: (781)-820-4132

  2. Daisy Penney

    Daisy Penney

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

    daisy@compass.com

    P: (781)-389-8224

  3. Penney + Gould

    Penney + Gould

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

    pgteam@compass.com

    P: (781)-389-8224

Property Details for 48 Appleton Street

Town
Boston
MLS Area
South End
Area
MA-Boston, MA-Boston-South End
Parking Spaces Total
1

Amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air Conditioning
  • Juliet Balcony
  • Private Patio
  • Private Roof Deck
  • Renovated Kitchen
  • Chef's Kitchen
LISTING UPDATED: 01/26/2026 03:56 PM

Property Details for 48 Appleton Street

StatusComing Soon
Days on Market-
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Attached
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
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—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
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

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 - 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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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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