81 Appleton St, Unit 1

$1,549,000
Price
2
Beds
1,457 Sq. Ft.
$1,063 / Sq. Ft.
1,457
Sq. Ft.
$1,063
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Perfectly situated on one of the South End’s most desirable streets, this 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath duplex blends brownstone charm with modern design. The open-concept upper level features a sleek kitchen with stone countertops, stainless steel appliances, and an oversized island flowing into a bright living and dining area. Step out to your private deck — ideal for entertaining — with stairs leading down to a fenced patio and garden area. The spacious primary suite offers a large bedroom with custom closets...Perfectly situated on one of the South End’s most desirable streets, this 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath duplex blends brownstone charm with modern design. The open-concept upper level features a sleek kitchen with stone countertops, stainless steel appliances, and an oversized island flowing into a bright living and dining area. Step out to your private deck — ideal for entertaining — with stairs leading down to a fenced patio and garden area. The spacious primary suite offers a large bedroom with custom closets and a luxurious en-suite bath with double vanity and soaking tub. The second bedroom also features its own full en-suite bath, perfect for guests or a home office. Additional highlights include central air, in-unit laundry, and low condo fees in a well-kept three-unit association. Just moments from the neighborhood’s top restaurants, cafés, and Back Bay Station — this home captures the best of city living with private outdoor space rarely found in the South End. Offers due 10/20 at 1PM.

Property Details for 81 Appleton Street, Unit 1

Town
Boston
MLS Area
South End
Area
MA-Boston-South End, MA-Boston
Style
Rowhouse, Duplex
Garage Spaces
0
Parking Spaces
.00
Unit Placement
Street
LISTING UPDATED: 10/27/2025 07:38 PM

Property Details for 81 Appleton Street, Unit 1

StatusUnder Agreement
MLS #73444338
Days on Market11
Taxes$15,737 / year
HOA Fees$261 / month
Compass TypeCondo
MLS TypeCondominium/Co-Op / Condo
Year Built1890
CountySuffolk County

Location

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Building Information for 81 Appleton Street, Unit 1

Building/Complex81 Appleton StFloor1Stories2Residences3Pet Policy-Pet Policy Details-Year Built1890

Payment Calculator

$9,227 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$7,654

Property Taxes

$1,311

HOA Dues

$261

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Property Information for 81 Appleton Street, Unit 1

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Medical Facility, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Living Area: 1457.0
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Total Units: 3
  • Property Attached: Yes
  • Type of Condo: Condo
  • Waterfront: No
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Location/School
  • Grade School: Bps
  • High School: Bps
  • Middle School: Bps
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement Features: N
  • Num of Baths: 3.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 2
  • Num of Half Baths: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.50
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • FireplaceYN: No
  • Fireplaces: 0
  • Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
  • Interior Features: Intercom
  • Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, In Basement, In Unit
  • Primary Bath: Yes
  • SpaYN: No
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Brick
  • Entry Location: Street
  • Exterior Features: Deck - Wood, Patio, Fenced Yard
  • Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Deck - Wood, Patio
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Wood, Patio
  • Roof Material: Rubber
  • Structure Type: Rowhouse, Duplex
Parking Features
  • Covered Spaces: .00
  • Garage: No
  • Garage Parking: On Street Permit
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: On Street Permit
  • Parking Features: On Street Permit
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Central, Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 199.75
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Bathroom - Full,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 15.666666666
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Basement
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 12.75
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 173.638888888
  • Bedroom2 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting
  • Bedroom2 Length: 15.666666666
  • Bedroom2 Level: Basement
  • Bedroom2 Width: 11.083333333
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Area: 21.0
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Bathroom1 Length: 3.0
  • Bathroom1 Level: First
  • Bathroom1 Width: 7.0
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Area: 74.0
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Bathroom2 Length: 9.25
  • Bathroom2 Level: Basement
  • Bathroom2 Width: 8.0
Bathroom 3
  • Bathroom3 Area: 26.666666666
  • Bathroom3 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Pedestal Sink
  • Bathroom3 Length: 6.666666666
  • Bathroom3 Level: Basement
  • Bathroom3 Width: 4.0
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 140.833333333
  • Dining Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting
  • Dining Room Length: 10.0
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Dining Room Width: 14.083333333
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 142.222222222
  • Kitchen Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Kitchen Island,Cabinets - Upgraded,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Stainless Steel Appliances,Gas Stove,Lighting - Pendant
  • Kitchen Length: 13.333333333
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Kitchen Width: 10.666666666
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 214.666666666
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Deck - Exterior,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting
  • Room Living Room Length: 16.0
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Width: 13.416666666
Property Information
Property Info
  • Documents Available: Master Deed, Unit Deed, Rules & Regs, Certificate of Insurance
  • Documents Count: 4
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
Tax Information
  • Listing Terms: Contract
  • Tax ID: W:04 P:00061 S:002,3352482
  • Assessments: $1,359,000
  • Book: 60681
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Zoning: CD
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 2
  • Total Living Levels: 2
Other Building Characteristics
  • Cooling Zones: 2
  • Heat Zones: 2
Complex & Association Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Sewer, Insurance, Trash
  • Complex Complete: Yes
  • Management: Owner Association
  • Units Owner Occupied: 2
  • Owner Occupied Source: Owner
  • Association Security: Intercom
  • Adult Community: No
Unit Information
Unit Information
  • Unit Building: 1
  • Unit Floor Level Integer: 1.0

Property History for 81 Appleton Street, Unit 1

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 27, 2025

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73444338

—
Oct 27, 2025

Contingent

MLS PIN #73444338

—
Oct 16, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73444338

$1,549,000—
Jan 25, 2019

Sold

MLS PIN #72411019

$1,315,000—
Jan 16, 2019

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #638847851

$1,315,000

+4.6% / yr

Oct 26, 2018

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #72411019

—
Oct 26, 2018

Contingent

MLS PIN #72411019

—
Oct 16, 2018

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #72411019

$1,295,000—
Aug 28, 2008

Sold

MLS PIN #70760099

$825,000—
Aug 27, 2008

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #254108232

$825,000

+3324796625.0% / yr

Jul 12, 2008

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #70760099

—
Jul 12, 2008

Contingent

MLS PIN #70760099

—
May 12, 2008

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #70760099

$849,000—
Nov 14, 2007

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #326785343

$1—
Oct 31, 2007

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #326785196

$1—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/27/2025

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73444338

—
10/27/2025

Contingent

MLS PIN #73444338

—
10/16/2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73444338

$1,549,000
01/25/2019

Sold

MLS PIN #72411019

$1,315,000
01/16/2019

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #638847851

$1,315,000

+4.6% / yr

10/26/2018

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #72411019

—
10/26/2018

Contingent

MLS PIN #72411019

—
10/16/2018

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #72411019

$1,295,000
08/28/2008

Sold

MLS PIN #70760099

$825,000
08/27/2008

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #254108232

$825,000

+3324796625.0% / yr

07/12/2008

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #70760099

—
07/12/2008

Contingent

MLS PIN #70760099

—
05/12/2008

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #70760099

$849,000
11/14/2007

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #326785343

$1
10/31/2007

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #326785196

$1

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

Public Records for 81 Appleton Street, Unit 1

Taxable ValueLand-Additions$1,359,000Total-
Tax Record2025$15,737 ($1,311 / month)
Home Facts
Beds1Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,457 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,457 SqFtStories2Lot Size1,258 SqFtStyleCondominiumYear Built1890Year Renovated2006ZoningCDCountySUFFOLKAPNCBOS W:04 P:00061 S:002

Schools near 81 Appleton Street, Unit 1

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 - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Mel H King Elementary
Public2 to 12

Quincy Upper School
Public6 to 12

Blackstone Elementary School
PublicPK to 6

Snowden Int'L High School
Public9 to 12

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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