285 Columbus Ave, Boston MA 02116

Boston, MA 02116 • Back Bay

$2,695,000

Est. $17,396/month

2

Beds

2

Baths

1,578

Sq Ft

$1,708

Price/Sq Ft

0.04

Acres

2008

Year Built

Condominium

Type

90

Days on Market

Active Listed Mar 5, 2026 • MLS# 73483301 Copied!

About this home

A rare opportunity to own a fully renovated to perfection 2 Bedroom plus study residence in premier location of Boston. This amazing Penthouse designed for elevated city living, impeccably renovated pairs refined design with sweeping skyline views from its premier top-floor setting. Sunlight pours in as sophisticated finishes and thoughtful details create a polished, move-in-ready home. A private storage unit is included, and nearby rental parking offers added ease for city living. Direct access to amazing Common Roof Deck Terrace. Whether envisioned as a luxurious primary residence, an elegant Boston retreat, or a seamless pied-à-terre, the layout adapts effortlessly to your lifestyle. Private, stylish, and exceptionally located in one of Boston’s most coveted neighborhoods, this penthouse delivers comfort, convenience, and commanding views above it all.

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner SPECTOR JUNE G

Mailing Address 285 COLUMBUS AV #504, BOSTON, MA, 02116

Land Use

Use Code 102

Description Condominium

Style Mid Rise

Tax Information

Assessed Value $804,000

Tax Rate $10.29 per $1,000

Base Tax $8,273

CPA Surcharge 1% ($72)

Estimated Annual Tax $8,346

Assessment History

Year	Land	Building	Total	Change
FY2023	$0	$804,000	$804,000	—

Sale History

Date	Price	Book/Page
Sep 15, 2022	$1,351,000	68208/330
Jul 26, 2022	$770,000	67994/253
Jun 9, 2022	$1,280,000	67771/301
Jun 3, 2022	$935,000	67748/23
May 19, 2022	$1,450,000	67668/134
Mar 21, 2022	$925,000	67347/296
Jun 30, 2021	$1,285,000	65797/169
Apr 29, 2021	$100	65343/286
Mar 5, 2021	$481,000	64935/291
Jan 2, 2021	$9	33333/333

Building Permit History

Issued	Type / Work	Status	Value
Oct 29, 2024	Short Form Bldg Permit FENCE Fencing Renovation < 6Ft Permit #SF1666010	Open	$1,800
Sep 27, 2024	Electrical Permit ELECTRICAL Electrical Permit #E1649685	Closed	$6,000
Sep 19, 2024	Plumbing Permit PLUMBING Plumbing Permit #PL1653889	Closed	$11,000
Sep 16, 2024	Long Form/Alteration Permit SIGNES Signs Permit #ALT1598405	Open	$37,000
Aug 1, 2024	Short Form Bldg Permit INTREN Renovations - Interior NSC Permit #SF1634612	Open	$195,000
Jun 21, 2024	Short Form Bldg Permit SITE Excavation Borings Test Pits Permit #SF1604826	Open	$74,000
May 1, 2024	Short Form Bldg Permit OTHER Other Permit #SF1592626	Open	$85,000
Apr 9, 2024	Short Form Bldg Permit SITE Excavation Borings Test Pits Permit #SF1581902	Open	$8,000
Oct 21, 2023	Electrical Permit ELECTRICAL Electrical Permit #E1535060	Open	$4,000
Sep 29, 2023	Plumbing Permit PLUMBING Plumbing Permit #PL1529519	Closed	$2,500
Aug 15, 2023	Plumbing Permit PLUMBING Plumbing Permit #PL1510915	Open	$1,800
Aug 7, 2023	Short Form Bldg Permit INTREN Renovations - Interior NSC Permit #SF1495854	Open	$58,416
May 16, 2023	Short Form Bldg Permit OTHER Other Permit #SF1452659	Open	$85,000
Jun 17, 2022	Plumbing Permit PLUMBING Plumbing Permit #PL1347496	Closed	$1,500
Jun 13, 2022	Electrical Permit ELECTRICAL Electrical Permit #E1346483	Closed	$8,000
Jun 10, 2022	Short Form Bldg Permit INTREN Renovations - Interior NSC Permit #SF1341365	Open	$69,500
Mar 24, 2022	Electrical Permit ELECTRICAL Electrical Permit #E1307536	Closed	$15,000
Mar 3, 2022	Plumbing Permit PLUMBING Plumbing Permit #PL1301277	Closed	$27,000
Feb 4, 2022	Short Form Bldg Permit INTEXT Interior/Exterior Work Permit #SF1288677	Open	$249,800
Jan 5, 2022	Short Form Bldg Permit INTREN Renovations - Interior NSC Permit #SF1283336	Open	$129,450

Data: City of Boston Open Data (Analyze Boston)

Municipal Context: BOSTON

Median Home Value $745,000

Avg SF Tax Bill $4,523

Residential Tax Rate $10.29/1000

CPA Surcharge 1%

County Suffolk

Property Data Comparison

Discrepancies found between MLS and assessor records.

Field	Assessor	MLS	Match
Year built	1,924	2,008	✗

Match: geocode_proximity (85.5% confidence) · Data as of Jun 1, 2026

Property Overview

Property Type

Condominium

Listing Type

For Sale

Year Built

2008

Bedrooms

2

Full Bathrooms

2

Living Area

1,578 sq ft

Total Rooms

5

Stories

1

Entry Level

8

Facts & Features

1 Car Garage

Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential

Style Condominium

Year Built 2008

Living Area 1,578 sq ft

Lot Size 0.04 acres

Bedrooms 2

Full Baths 2

Total Rooms 5

Interior

Heating Forced Air

Cooling Central Air

Flooring Hardwood, Stone / Slate

Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer

Fireplace None

Fireplaces 1

Basement N

Laundry In Unit

Features Sauna/steam/hot Tub, Wired For Sound

Exterior

Construction None

Architecture None

Roof Rubber

Features Deck - Roof + Access Rights

Pool None

Spa None

Fencing None

Patio/Porch Deck - Roof + Access Rights

Parking

Garage Spaces 1

Has Garage Yes

Features Rented

Total Spaces 1

Utilities

Electric None

Water Public

Sewer Public Sewer

Gas None

Other None

Financial

Annual Tax $23,351

Assessed Value $1,865,500

Interior Features

Flooring: Hardwood, Stone / Slate

Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer

Interior Features: Sauna/Steam/Hot Tub, Wired for Sound

Windows:

Basement: N

Laundry: In Unit

Security: Concierge

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 2008

Structure Type: Mid-Rise

Exterior Materials:

Roof: Rubber

Foundation:

Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air

Heating Zones: 3

Cooling: Central Air

Cooling Zones: 4

Hot Water:

Water Source: Public

Sewer: Public Sewer

Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Deck - Roof + Access Rights

Patio & Porch: Deck - Roof + Access Rights

Fencing:

Other Structures:

Lot Features:

Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 1

Total Parking Spaces: 1

Parking Features: Rented

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1

Fireplace Type:

Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, T-Station, University

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Back Bay

285 Columbus Ave, Boston MA 02116

Boston, MA 02116

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Listed for Sale

Mar 5, 2026

$2,695,000

Original listing

Agent: Beth Dickerson Office: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Date	Event	Price	Change	$/sqft	Details
03/05/2026	🏠 Listed for Sale	$2,695,000	-	-	Original listing

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Date	Event	Price	Change
Mar 5, 2026	New Listing Added	$2,695,000	—

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Days on Market

90 days

Price per Sq Ft

$1,708

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Year	Taxes	Assessment
2026	$23,351	$1,865,500

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