Welcome to 3 Appleton St Unit 505, perfectly situated where the historic South End meets Back Bay. This bright and airy 2-bedroom corner unit, 5th-floor home offers beautiful hardwood floors throughout, an inviting layout, and stunning panoramic views of the Boston skyline. Located in an elevator building, this home combines charm, convenience, and city living at its best. Enjoy incredible access to restaurants, nightlife, transit, green spaces, and world-class institutions — all just outside your door. With a Walk Score of 98+, you’re moments from your favorite restaurants, Back Bay Station, Arlington Station, Tufts Medical Center, Tufts University’s Boston campus, Castle Square Parks, and the Boston Public Garden.Additional conveniences include on-site laundry and easy access to the MBTA Orange Line, Green Line, Commuter Rail, and Amtrak.A rare opportunity to enjoy classic Boston charm, skyline views, and unbeatable walkability in one of the city’s most desirable locations.
For sale
$899,900
3 Appleton St APT 505, Boston, MA 02116
2beds
772sqft
Condominium
Built in 1900
-- sqft lot
$875,400 Zestimate®
$1,166/sqft
$437/mo HOA
What's special
On-site laundrySkyline viewsInviting layoutBeautiful hardwood floors throughout
- 83 days |
- 304 |
- 7 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Tammy A. Belanger 508-965-4147,
Keller Williams South Watuppa 508-677-3233
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73523592
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Electric
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 772
- Total interior livable area: 772 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 772
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street, None
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Lot
- Size: 772 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: W:05 P:00694 S:060,3357620
- Zoning: CD
- Other equipment: Intercom
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Frame
Condition
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Electric Oven
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility
- Security: Intercom
HOA
- Amenities included: Elevator(s)
- Services included: Water, Sewer, Insurance, Security, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Reserve Funds
- HOA fee: $437 monthly
Location
- Region: Boston
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,166/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $751,400
- Annual tax amount: $8,701
- Date on market: 5/25/2026
Estimated market value
$875,400
$832,000 - $919,000
$4,520/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/25/2026 | Listed for sale | $899,900+40.6%$1,166/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73523592 Report a problem | ||
| 5/9/2017 | Sold | $640,000-5%$829/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 4/22/2017 | Pending sale | $674,000$873/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Boston-South End #72121488 Report a problem | ||
| 3/20/2017 | Price change | $674,000-3.6%$873/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Boston-South End #72121488 Report a problem | ||
| 2/22/2017 | Listed for sale | $699,000+62.9%$905/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Boston - South End #72121488 Report a problem | ||
| 4/1/2013 | Sold | $429,000$556/sqft |
Source: LINK #139835 Report a problem | ||
| 2/15/2013 | Price change | $429,000-4.7%$556/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Boston-South End #71475062 Report a problem | ||
| 1/24/2013 | Listed for sale | $450,000$583/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Boston-South End #71475062 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,701 +10.5% | $751,400 +4% |
| 2024 | $7,877 +4.6% | $722,700 +3.1% |
| 2023 | $7,532 +3.6% | $701,300 +5% |
| 2022 | $7,268 +2% | $668,000 |
| 2021 | $7,128 +6.1% | $668,000 +5% |
| 2020 | $6,720 +3.2% | $636,400 +3% |
| 2019 | $6,512 +6.6% | $617,800 +6% |
| 2018 | $6,109 +533.5% | $582,900 +6% |
| 2017 | $964 -83.4% | $550,100 +4% |
| 2016 | $5,819 -4.3% | $529,000 +5.4% |
| 2015 | $6,078 +7.9% | $501,900 +12.1% |
| 2014 | $5,631 -1.1% | $447,600 +3.3% |
| 2013 | $5,695 +11.4% | $433,400 +10.6% |
| 2012 | $5,110 +2% | $391,900 |
| 2011 | $5,012 +7.6% | $391,900 |
| 2010 | $4,656 +5.7% | $391,900 -5.5% |
| 2009 | $4,406 -3.1% | $414,500 |
| 2008 | $4,547 -0.2% | $414,500 |
| 2007 | $4,555 | $414,500 |
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Neighborhood: South End
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Mel H King ElementaryGrades: 2-12Distance: 0.3 mi
- NABoston Adult AcademyGrades: 11-12Distance: 0.2 mi
- 8/10Josiah Quincy Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.3 mi
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