130 Appleton Street # 5B, Boston MA 02116

Boston, MA 02116 • Back Bay
$565,000
1
Beds
1
Baths
1,164
Sq Ft
$485
Price/Sq Ft
0.00
Acres
1866
Year Built
Condominium
Type
133
Days on Market
Sold 2006 Listed Jan 3, 2006 • MLS# 70308935 Copied! • Updated Mar 31, 2025

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Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $619,000
Final Sale Price: $565,000
Difference: $54,000 (-8.7%)
Performance Metrics
91.3%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
133
Days on Market
Extended listing
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $532
Sale $/sq ft: $485
This property sold for $485 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 8.7% below the original asking price.

At 133 days on market, this property took longer than average to sell.

About this home

OH 4/30 11:30-1. In a converted mid-1800's schoolhouse, this quiet 1+BR penthouse has amazing views! 1164 SF w/fantastic open flr plan perfect for entertaining. Gleaming HW flrs, vaulted ceilings, wood burning fireplace & exposed beams lend character & charm to this beautiful residence. Huge loft area overlooking LR/DR that could be 2nd BR, study, den or office. Elev, courtyard & security. On one of the best streets in the So. End/Back Bay just minutes from shopping, dining & transportation!

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Price & Status History

Market Insights

48.6%
Price Range
135
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73586960
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Currently Listed
Oct 6, 2026
$1,100,000
MLS #73586960 - Active
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Sold
Jun 6, 2006
$565,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 135
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Listed for Sale
Jan 3, 2006
$589,000
Original listing
Agent: Robert Cohen Office: Century 21 Cityside

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2006 $4,363 $537,700

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$4,363
Tax Year 2006
HOA Fee
$475
Per month
Assessed Value
$537,700

Facts & Features

Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1866
Living Area 1,164 sq ft
Lot Size 0.0000
Stories 2
Bedrooms 1
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 5

Interior

Heating Forced Air, Heat Pump, Individual, Unit Control
Cooling Central Air, Individual, Unit Control
Flooring None
Appliances None
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 1
Basement N
Laundry None
Features None

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture None
Roof None
Features None
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None
Features Rented
Electric None
Water Public, City/town Water, City/town Sewer
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None
Annual Tax $4,363
Assessed Value $537,700

HOA & Community

HOA Fee $475
Fee Includes Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal
Amenities Hot Water, Elevator(s)
Optional Fee Includes None
Lead Paint Unknown
Seller Disclosures None
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type ["Mid-Rise"]
Unit/Building 5B
Sq Ft Source Other
Documents None
County Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 135 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1866
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,164 sq ft
Total Rooms
5
Stories
2
Entry Level
5

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring:
Appliances:
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: N
Laundry:
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1866
Effective Year (Renovated): 1980
Structure Type: Mid-Rise
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Stories: 2

Utilities & Systems

Heating: Forced Air, Heat Pump, Individual, Unit Control
Cooling: Central Air, Individual, Unit Control
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public, City/Town Water, City/Town Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features:
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Parking Features: Rented

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails
School District
Boston School District local
C-
🎓 Where Graduates Go Class of 2021
52% attend college
38% 4-Year 14% 2-Year 7% Out of State 7% Working
⚠ School Safety 2024-25
3.7% Above Average
3.2% Suspensions 0.3% In-School 0.5% Emergency
↓ 1.8% below state avg
E

Elementary Schools

10 schools
D
Melvin H. King South End Academy
< 0.1 mi | #24 of 25 | Score: 20.4
Improved 363 spots from last year
-37.8 below state avg
80 students Diverse
Rising School
Grades PK-12
F
Blackstone Elementary School
0.3 mi | #808 of 825 | Score: 26.2
Improved 13 spots from last year
-32 below state avg
572 students Moderate
Grades PK-06
C
Hurley K-8 School
0.5 mi | #259 of 352 | Score: 35.7
Dropped 24 spots from last year
-22.5 below state avg
337 students Moderate
Grades PK-08
Kingsley Montessori School
0.5 mi
Grades PK-06
The Learning Project
0.6 mi
Grades K-06
D
Perkins Elementary School
0.8 mi | #766 of 825 | Score: 31.2
Improved 35 spots from last year
-27 below state avg
201 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
Park Street School
0.8 mi
Grades K-07
Advent School
0.9 mi
Grades K-06
D
Orchard Gardens K-8 School
1.0 mi | #325 of 352 | Score: 28.8
Improved 14 spots from last year
-29.4 below state avg
716 students Diverse
Grades PK-08
B
Excel Academy Charter School
1.0 mi | #149 of 346 | Score: 56.4
Improved 166 spots from last year
-1.9 below state avg
1,376 students Moderate
High Graduation Rate Rising School
Grades 05-12
M

Middle Schools

10 schools
Middle School Academy
1.5 mi
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
1.8 mi | #349 of 352 | Score: 23.2
Improved 3 spots from last year
-35 below state avg
246 students Diverse
Grades 03-08
Nativity Prep School
2.1 mi
Grades 05-08
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
2.3 mi | #4 of 16 | Score: 42.5
Improved 187 spots from last year
-15.7 below state avg
1,225 students Diverse
Rising School College Ready Curriculum
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
2.6 mi
Mother Caroline Academy
2.6 mi
Grades 05-08
Epiphany School
3.6 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
6.9 mi | #266 of 352 | Score: 35.0
Improved 19 spots from last year
-23.2 below state avg
458 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 03-08
Timilty Middle
1.3 mi
UP Academy
1.5 mi
H

High Schools

10 schools
Cathedral High School
0.4 mi
9 sports • 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
Newman School
0.6 mi
Grades 07-12
C
Quincy Upper School
0.6 mi | #279 of 346 | Score: 44.4
Dropped 7 spots from last year
-13.8 below state avg
575 students Very Diverse
12 sports • 208 athletes
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-12
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
1.2 mi | #90 of 346 | Score: 61.6
Improved 94 spots from last year
+3.4 above state avg
1,518 students Very Diverse
High Graduation Rate Rising School College Ready Curriculum Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
1.3 mi | #13 of 25 | Score: 33.4
Improved 356 spots from last year
-24.8 below state avg
565 students Moderate
10 sports • 242 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin School
1.4 mi | #20 of 346 | Score: 73.7
Improved 60 spots from last year
+15.5 above state avg
2,382 students Very Diverse
18 sports • 2,006 athletes
Strong AP Program High Graduation Rate Rising School Strong Athletics
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin Academy
2.1 mi | #2 of 25 | Score: 64.9
Improved 214 spots from last year
+6.7 above state avg
1,669 students Very Diverse
17 sports • 1,298 athletes
Strong AP Program High Graduation Rate Rising School Strong Athletics
Grades 07-12
C
Ruth Batson Academy
2.5 mi | #20 of 25 | Score: 29.1
Improved 345 spots from last year
-29.1 below state avg
584 students Diverse
8 sports • 128 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
D
Charlestown High School
2.5 mi | #319 of 346 | Score: 32.9
Improved 52 spots from last year
-25.4 below state avg
646 students Diverse
11 sports • 488 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
Meridian Academy
2.6 mi
Grades 06-09
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Neighborhood

Back Bay

130 Appleton Street # 5B, Boston MA 02116

Boston, MA 02116

Listing Information

Listing Agent Robert Cohen
Listing Office Century 21 Cityside
Office Phone 617-262-2600
Agent MLS ID BB801321
Office MLS ID BB6400
Listing Data Updated Mar 31, 2025 11:09 PM EDT
Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.

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