Seller's Agent in 2025
Steven Cohen Team
Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay
(617) 861-3636
188 in this area
481 Total Sales
3 Appleton St Unit 503 Boston, MA 02116
South End Neighborhood
--
Bed
1
Bath
541
Sq Ft
$269/mo
HOA Fee
Highlights
- Elevator
- Heating Available
- 4-minute walk to Bay Village Neighborhood Park
- Window Unit Cooling System
About This Home
As of January 2025This unique loft, located in a boutique elevator building on a prime South End street, offers a rare value-add opportunity. The open floor plan features a spacious living area with 13’ ceilings, large south-facing windows, and a wall of built-in bookshelves. A separate loft level provides flexibility with space for a sleeping area plus a sizable closet, office, or den. This home offers amenities not often seen at this attractive price point, with a fully applianced stainless steel kitchen, laundry in-unit, and ample storage. The renovated bathroom features Carrera marble walls, floors, and counters. With some cosmetic touch-ups, this home is an excellent purchase for an owner-occupant or investor and is priced to sell. The professionally managed, pet-friendly association offers a low HOA, common storage and bike room. Steps to Back Bay and South End’s best restaurants, shops, Back Bay station, and situated on beautiful tree-lined Appleton Street.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay Listed on: 08/01/2024
Last Buyer's Agent
Jessica & Sam Group
JW Real Estate Services, LLC
Property Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Est. Annual Taxes
- $5,879
Year Built
- Built in 1900
HOA Fees
- $269 Monthly HOA Fees
Home Design
- Entry on the 5th floor
Interior Spaces
- 1 Full Bathroom
- 541 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
Kitchen
- Range
- Dishwasher
Laundry
- Laundry in unit
- Dryer
- Washer
Utilities
- Window Unit Cooling System
- 1 Heating Zone
- Heating Available
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number W:05 P:00694 S:056,3357615
Community Details
Overview
- Association fees include electricity, water, sewer, insurance, snow removal, trash, reserve funds
- 25 Units
- Mid-Rise Condominium
Amenities
- Elevator
Pet Policy
- Pets Allowed
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 1, 2024
Closed on
Jan 24, 2025
Sold by
Davey Jonathan J and Scholnick Peter
Bought by
Gao Shengxiao
Seller's Agent
Steven Cohen Team
Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay
Buyer's Agent
Jessica & Sam Group
JW Real Estate Services, LLC
List Price
$519,000
Sold Price
$560,000
Premium/Discount to List
$41,000
7.9%
Views
76
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$12,122
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.49%
Original Mortgage
$336,000
Outstanding Balance
$333,992
Interest Rate
6.88%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$238,130
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 19, 2019
Sold by
Peter H Scholnick Ret
Bought by
Scholnick Peter H
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$151,600
Interest Rate
3.75%
Mortgage Type
Balloon
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 9, 2016
Closed on
Sep 14, 2016
Sold by
Lin Cynthia and Ye Alan
Bought by
Peter J Scholnick Ret
Seller's Agent
Eain Williams
Leading Edge Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
William Yerxa
Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
List Price
$520,000
Sold Price
$547,000
Premium/Discount to List
$27,000
5.19%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.49%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 3, 2016
Closed on
Apr 22, 2016
Sold by
Minkoff Jacob N and Minkoff Alissa
Bought by
Lin Cynthia and Ye Alan
Seller's Agent
Brian Perry
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Eain Williams
Leading Edge Real Estate
List Price
$495,000
Sold Price
$510,000
Premium/Discount to List
$15,000
3.03%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
19.14%
Original Mortgage
$408,000
Interest Rate
3.68%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 1, 2014
Sold by
Delaney Debra M Est
Bought by
Minkoff Jacob N and Minkoff Alissa
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$279,000
Interest Rate
4.27%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 19, 2011
Sold by
Bonney Eric J
Bought by
Delaney Debra M
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$213,750
Interest Rate
4.58%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 23, 2002
Sold by
Howes Mark B
Bought by
Bonney Eric J
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$200,000
Interest Rate
6.57%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 20, 1993
Sold by
Ronco Lawrence E
Bought by
Howes Mark B
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$69,000
Interest Rate
7.11%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fiduciary Deed | $560,000 | None Available | |
| Condominium Deed | -- | -- | |
| Not Resolvable | $547,000 | -- | |
| Not Resolvable | $510,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $310,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $285,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $250,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $89,003 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $336,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $151,600 | Balloon | |
| Previous Owner | $157,531 | Balloon | |
| Previous Owner | $408,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $279,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $213,750 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $196,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $200,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $69,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/24/2025 01/24/25 | Sold | $560,000 | +7.9% | $1,035 / Sq Ft | |
| 08/06/2024 08/06/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 08/01/2024 08/01/24 | For Sale | $519,000 | -5.1% | $959 / Sq Ft | |
| 09/14/2016 09/14/16 | Sold | $547,000 | +5.2% | $1,011 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 08/17/2016 08/17/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 08/09/2016 08/09/16 | For Sale | $520,000 | +2.0% | $961 / Sq Ft | |
| 04/22/2016 04/22/16 | Sold | $510,000 | +2.2% | $943 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 03/07/2016 03/07/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 03/03/2016 03/03/16 | Price Changed | $499,000 | +0.8% | $922 / Sq Ft | |
| 03/03/2016 03/03/16 | For Sale | $495,000 | -- | $915 / Sq Ft |
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
Tax History Compared to Growth
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,495 | $560,900 | $0 | $560,900 |
| 2024 | $5,879 | $539,400 | $0 | $539,400 |
| 2023 | $5,622 | $523,500 | $0 | $523,500 |
| 2022 | $5,424 | $498,500 | $0 | $498,500 |
| 2021 | $5,319 | $498,500 | $0 | $498,500 |
| 2020 | $4,917 | $465,600 | $0 | $465,600 |
| 2019 | $4,765 | $452,100 | $0 | $452,100 |
| 2018 | $4,470 | $426,500 | $0 | $426,500 |
| 2017 | $4,262 | $402,500 | $0 | $402,500 |
| 2016 | $4,257 | $387,000 | $0 | $387,000 |
| 2015 | $4,323 | $357,000 | $0 | $357,000 |
| 2014 | $4,003 | $318,200 | $0 | $318,200 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Steven Cohen Team
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Nicole Spencer
N
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Nicole Spencer
Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay
(978) 771-4764
8 in this area
35 Total Sales
-
J
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Jessica & Sam Group
JW Real Estate Services, LLC
-
E
Seller's Agent in 2016
Eain Williams
Leading Edge Real Estate
-
Brian Perry
Seller's Agent in 2016
Brian Perry
Gibson Sothebys International Realty
(617) 426-6900
28 in this area
82 Total Sales
-
W
Buyer's Agent in 2016
William Yerxa
Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73272552
APN: CBOS-000000-000005-000694-000056
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