This well maintained two bedroom condo is perfectly located in the South End and features in unit laundry, air conditioning, and plenty of space over two floors of living. The first floor living area features high ceilings and enough space for a multitude of dining, relaxing, and entertaining options, and the modern kitchen has ample cabinet space with a large refrigerator, dishwasher, and microwave. The lower floor has two bedrooms, the larger of which has a walk in closet, and a modern bathroom with beautiful shower stall. This elevator building is professionally managed with a sprawling common roofdeck and is a stone's throw to the Back Bay and the city's shopping, dining, and attractions.
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Property details
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: 1
Heating & Cooling
Heating Type: Heat Pump
Room Information
# of Rooms: 4
Exterior
Exterior Information
Physical Condition: Average
Building Style Type: Mid Rise
Exterior Wall: Brick
Roof Covering Type: Rubber/Elastomeric
Roof Shape Type: Flat
Property Information
Subdivision Name: FIVE APPLETON CONDO
Living Sq. Ft: 1,100
Gross Sq. Ft: 1,100
# of Units: 1
# of Stories: 2
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 1,307
Municipality Name: BOSTON
Acres: 0.03
Zoning Code: CD
State Use Description: CONDOMINIUM
Financial
Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2023
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,100
Stories: 2.0
Parking Spaces: 0
Basement: No
Accessible: No
Lot Size: —
Style: Condo/Co-op
Year Built: 1900
Year Renovated: 2017
County: Suffolk County
APN: 3345214
HOA Dues: $349/month
Garage: No
Features: —
Home facts updated by owner on Aug 5, 2018
Sale and tax history for 5 Appleton St Unit 1B
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MLSPIN #73548706
Aug 17, 2026
Rental Removed
$4,750
$4/sq ft
Jul 14, 2026
Listed for Rent
$4,750
$4/sq ft
MLSPIN #73211144
Mar 22, 2024
Rental Removed
$4,500
$4/sq ft
Mar 12, 2024
Listed for Rent
$4,500
$4/sq ft
MLS PIN #72136637
May 31, 2017
Sold
$839,900
$764/sq ft
Apr 4, 2017
Pending
—
Mar 28, 2017
Listed
$839,900
$764/sq ft
+9
This South End home is the one you’ve been waiting for. Conveniently located on coveted Appleton Street, just a couple of blocks from Back Bay, the Public Garden, South End’s Restaurant Row, Whole Foods and the T. The generous floor plan boasts an oversized living room with 10' ceilings, abundant sunlight and beautiful hardwood flooring. The kitchen offers granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, tiled backsplash, a breakfast bar and a pass-through to the living room for entertaining with ease. Each bedroom is an excellent size, with the master having a walk-in closet. The updated bathroom includes a large granite vanity outfitted with brushed nickel hardware and new tile. Additional features include central air conditioning, in-unit washer and dryer, ample closet space and deeded storage. Enjoy the exceptional skyline views from the roof deck. Professionally-managed, elevator building with more than $40,000 in reserves. Pet-friendly.
MLS PIN #71344133
May 11, 2012
Sold
$545,000
$495/sq ft
Mar 19, 2012
Contingent
—
Feb 28, 2012
Listed
$565,000
$514/sq ft
+5
This two bedroom, one bath duplex is located in a professionally managed building.Main living level features great light, 10' ceilings and hardwood floors. Renovated kitchen with custom cabinetry, granite and stainless steel appliances. Lower level has two bedrooms with great closet space, renovated bathroom and a full size stackable laundry. Common roof deck with spectacular city views. Additional storage in basement. Steps to great restaurants, lounges and public transportation.
MLS PIN #70322103
Jul 24, 2006
Sold
$474,500
$431/sq ft
Jun 25, 2006
Listing Removed
—
Jan 27, 2006
Listed
$499,000
$454/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 26, 2001
Sold
$377,000
$343/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 1, 1997
Sold
$223,500
$203/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 29, 1988
Sold
$205,000
$186/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$10,158 (+3.7%)
$945,800
2022
$9,800 (+2.0%)
$900,700
2021
$9,610 (+7.8%)
$900,700
2020
$8,916 (+3.2%)
$844,300
2019
$8,640 (+6.6%)
$819,700
2018
$8,105 (+4.9%)
$773,400
2017
$7,730 (+0.1%)
$729,900
2016
$7,720 (+7.1%)
$701,800
2015
$7,208 (+4.9%)
$595,200
2014
$6,872 (+1.5%)
$546,300
2013
$6,772 (+7.9%)
$515,400
2012
$6,277 (+1.9%)
$481,400
2009
$6,157 (+39.0%)
$481,400
2006
$4,428
$416,600
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Schools
Places
Transit
4/10
Mel H King Elementary
Public, 2-12 • Assigned • 0.2mi
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About
Columbus
Columbus, located between Back Bay and the South End, is a residential and commercial Boston neighborhood with a broad boulevard streetscape and a strong transit spine. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Columbus Avenue and Massachusetts Avenue crossroads, where cafes, small restaurants, and storefront services line the sidewalks under steady foot traffic. Community pillars include Symphony Hall, the Huntington Theatre Company, and the Boston Center for the Arts. Brick rowhouses and mid-rise buildings frame tree-lined blocks that shift quickly into cultural corridors. The Southwest Corridor Park threads green space alongside the Orange Line, linking commutes with running and biking paths. Restaurant rows along Tremont Street and Columbus Avenue keep the evenings active without feeling flashy.
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Public facts and zoning for 5 Appleton St Unit 1B
Beds
2
Baths
1
Sq. Ft.
1,100
Stories
2
Parking Spaces
0
Basement
No
Accessible
No
Lot Size
—
Style
Condo/Co-op
Year Built
1900
Year Renovated
2017
County
Suffolk County
APN
3345214
HOA Dues
$349 /month
Garage
No
Features
—
Home facts updated by owner on Aug 5, 2018.
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Climate risks
6/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 97° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
64% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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