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285 Columbus Ave # 801, Boston MA 02116

Boston, MA 02116 • South End
$1,050,000
$979,000
Est. $6,874/month
1
Beds
1
Baths
856
Sq Ft
$1,144
Price/Sq Ft
0.02
Acres
2008
Year Built
45
Days on Market
Active Price Drop -$71,000 Open House Listed May 27, 2026 • MLS# 73524563 Copied! • Updated Jun 29, 2026

Open House Schedule

12
Jul
Sunday, July 12
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM EDT

About this home

Welcome to this contemporary one-bedroom residence in the heart of South End. Just moments to Back Bay station, Equniox, Copley Square! This large, sunny unit has an open concept floor plan perfect for entertaining! Kitchen features stainless steel appliances, large island, and connects to dining and living room. There is ample space for a dining room table, and a large sectional in living room. Building is professionally managed, with concierge, and adjacent to rental garage parking next door. This top floor unit is located conveniently near the elevators and across the hall from the common roof deck. Unit also has coat closet, large walk in closet in bedroom, and private storage. Located moments from the South End and Back Bay’s renowned restaurants, boutiques, and café. This home offers convenient access to public transportation and everything the city has to offer! First Open Houses Thursday, May 28th from 12-1pm and Sunday May 31st from 1pm-3pm.

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Property History

Market Insights

2
Price Changes
11.5%
Price Range
1
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Price Reduced
Jun 25, 2026
$979,000 $16,000 (-1.61%)
From $995,000 to $979,000 (-1.6%)
Price Reduced
Jun 8, 2026
$995,000 $55,000 (-5.24%)
From $1,050,000 to $995,000 (-5.2%)
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Listed for Sale
May 27, 2026
$1,050,000
Original listing
Agent: The Ryan J. Glass Team Office: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Previous Transaction - MLS #72302462
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
May 23, 2018
$928,800
MLS #72302462

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $10,942 $944,900

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$10,942
Tax Year 2025
HOA Fee
$812
Per month
Assessed Value
$944,900

Facts & Features

Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 2008
Living Area 856 sq ft
Lot Size 0.02 acres
Bedrooms 1
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 3

Interior

Heating Forced Air
Cooling Central Air
Flooring None
Appliances None
Fireplace None
Basement Y
Laundry None
Features None

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture None
Roof None
Features None
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None
Features None
Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None
Annual Tax $10,942
Assessed Value $944,900

HOA & Community

HOA Fee $812
Fee Includes Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure
Amenities Elevator(s), Storage
Optional Fee Includes None
Seller Disclosures None
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type ["Mid-Rise"]
Unit/Building 801
Sq Ft Source Public Record
Documents None
County Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 33 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
2008
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
856 sq ft
Total Rooms
3
Stories
1
Entry Level
8

Room Details

Other Floor

Bathroom1
Bedroom5
Bedroom4
Bedroom3
Dining Room
Kitchen
Bathroom2
Bedroom2
Living Room
Bathroom3
Master Bedroom
Office
Family Room
Master Bathroom

Interior Features

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Basement: Y
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Construction & Materials

Year Built: 2008
Structure Type: Mid-Rise
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air
Cooling: Central Air
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

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Patio & Porch:
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Parking & Garage

Parking Features:
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

3 schools
D
Melvin H. King South End Academy
0.2 mi | #24 of 25 | Score: 20.2
Improved 363 spots from last year
-38.1 below state avg
125 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-12
F
Blackstone Elementary School
0.4 mi | #809 of 824 | Score: 26.3
Improved 12 spots from last year
-31.9 below state avg
582 students Moderate
Grades PK-06
Blackstone Elementary
0.5 mi
H

High Schools

3 schools
C-
Edward M. Kennedy Academy for Health Careers: A Horace Mann Charter Public School - Lower Campus
0.3 mi | #307 of 346 | Score: 36.8
Improved 17 spots from last year
-21.4 below state avg
383 students Diverse
High Graduation Rate Career Tech Programs College Ready Curriculum
Grades 09-11
Snowden International
0.3 mi
C-
Snowden International High School
0.3 mi | #301 of 346 | Score: 37.9
Improved 55 spots from last year
-20.3 below state avg
421 students Diverse
7 sports • 78 athletes
Rising School
Grades 09-12
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South End

285 Columbus Ave # 801, Boston MA 02116

Boston, MA 02116

Listing Information

Listing Agent The Ryan J. Glass Team
Listing Office Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Office Phone 617-426-6900
Agent MLS ID TM347558
Office MLS ID BB5918
Listing Data Updated Jun 29, 2026 3:05 AM 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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