$1,100,000

About this home

Historic charm meets contemporary living in this distinctive 5th-floor residence at 130 Appleton Street. Set within the former Rice School, this unique home offers luxurious proportions, architectural character, and an abundance of natural light.Thoughtfully updated, the residence features new flooring, new windows and skylights, and a renovated kitchen and bathroom. The main living space is enhanced by a fireplace, central air, in-unit laundry, and extensive built-in storage. The renovated kitchen is appointed with stone countertops and stainless steel appliances, creating a functional and inviting space for everyday living and entertaining.The generous primary bedroom includes custom California Closets, while an elevated loft space adds valuable flexibility. Currently configured as an office, exercise and guest area, the loft can easily adapt to a variety of needs and includes extensive shelving and storage.Located near the crossroads of the Back Bay and South End, the property puts some of Boston’s best restaurants, shopping, cultural destinations, and public transportation within easy reach. A rare combination of historic architecture, generous scale, and modern updates in one of Boston’s most desirable locations.

Highlights

Property details

MLS #

73586960

Property type

Condominium

Subdivision

N/A

Status

Active

Days on market

2

On market date

October 6, 2026

Stories

2

Total bathrooms

1

Garage spaces

N/A

Parking spaces

N/A

Lot size

N/A

Nearby schools

Within 10 miles. School directory data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), accessed via the Urban Institute Education Data API. Local Score is calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate; where a state rating is shown, it comes from that state's own official school report card (e.g. NC Dept. of Public Instruction, SC Report Card).