298 Columbus Ave # 4, Boston MA 02116

Boston, MA 02116 • Back Bay
$6,800/mo
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,668
Sq Ft
9,999
Lot Sq Ft
8
Days on Market
Leased Listed May 6, 2026 • MLS# 73514217 Copied! • Updated May 22, 2026

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Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $6,800
Final Sale Price: $6,800
Difference: +$0 (+0.0%)
Performance Metrics
100.0%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold at asking price
8
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $4
Sale $/sq ft: $4
This property sold for $4 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold exactly at the asking price.

With only 8 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 50 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$4/sq ft
Area Median
$7/sq ft
Difference
42.0%

This property sold below the area median, potentially representing good value for the buyer.

About this home

Newly Renovated Back Bay Penthouse Condo with Private Elevator Access. This 1668sf 3BR/1.5BA Duplex features a beautiful kitchen with brand new SS appliances, custom stone counters, and a large island + breakfast bar. Opening directly into a spacious living/dining area with grand windows, fireplace, and a rear-facing sunroom that brings in excellent natural light. Three bedrooms located on the primary level - two large bedrooms with great closet space & a smaller third room that could function well as an office, flex room, or simply a third bedroom. Updated full bath on the primary level & a half bath on the top floor. Central AC, In-Unit Laundry & hardwood floors throughout. Sorry, no pets. Located just steps from The Prudential, Boston Common, Newbury Street, Orange Line (T), and all of the other shops & restaurants the Back Bay & South End have to offer. Available June 1.

Property History

Market Insights

99.8%
Price Range
1
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73588786
Full transaction history available when tracking began
🏡
Currently Listed
Oct 9, 2026
$4,448,000
MLS #73588786 - Active
⏳
Lease Pending
May 16, 2026
Lease pending
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Listed for Rent
May 7, 2026
$6,800
Original listing
Agent: Miles Wright Office: Century 21 Cityside
Previous Transaction - MLS #73416112
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Aug 29, 2025
$1,550,000
MLS #73416112

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
Tax history not available

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential Lease
Style Condominium
Living Area 1,668 sq ft
Lot Size 9,999 sq ft
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 1
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 6

Rental Details

Available Jun 1, 2026
Lease Term Term of Rental(12-15)
Rent Includes Water, Sewer
Security Deposit $6,800
Required Last MonthDepositReferencesInsurance
Pets No
Pet Policy No Pets
Heating None
Cooling None
Flooring None
Appliances None
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 1
Basement None
Laundry In Unit
Features Elevator
Construction None
Architecture None
Roof None
Features Patio - Enclosed
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Patio - Enclosed
Features None

Utilities

Electric None
Water None
Sewer None
Gas None
Other None

Building & Pet Policy

Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Possession Now
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type []
Unit/Building 4
Sq Ft Source Other
Documents None
County Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 13 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Leased
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,668 sq ft
Total Rooms
6
Entry Level
3

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Laundry: In Unit
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Heating, Cooling & Utilities

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Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Patio - Enclosed
Patio & Porch: Patio - Enclosed
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Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
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Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
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
0.2 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
0.4 mi | #808 of 825 | Score: 26.2
Improved 13 spots from last year
-32 below state avg
572 students Moderate
Grades PK-06
Kingsley Montessori School
0.5 mi
Grades PK-06
The Learning Project
0.5 mi
Grades K-06
C
Hurley K-8 School
0.6 mi | #259 of 352 | Score: 35.7
Dropped 24 spots from last year
-22.5 below state avg
337 students Moderate
Grades PK-08
Park Street School
0.7 mi
Grades K-07
Advent School
0.8 mi
Grades K-06
D
Perkins Elementary School
0.9 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
B
Excel Academy Charter School
1.1 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
D
Orchard Gardens K-8 School
1.1 mi | #325 of 352 | Score: 28.8
Improved 14 spots from last year
-29.4 below state avg
716 students Diverse
Grades PK-08
M

Middle Schools

10 schools
Middle School Academy
1.5 mi
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
1.9 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
2.3 mi
Grades 05-08
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
2.5 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
2.7 mi
Mother Caroline Academy
2.8 mi
Grades 05-08
Epiphany School
3.7 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
7.0 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
1.4 mi
UP Academy
1.5 mi
H

High Schools

10 schools
Cathedral High School
0.4 mi
9 sports • 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
C
Quincy Upper School
0.5 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
Newman School
0.6 mi
Grades 07-12
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
1.4 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
1.4 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
1.5 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
2.2 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
D
Charlestown High School
2.4 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
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
Meridian Academy
2.8 mi
Grades 06-09
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Neighborhood

Back Bay

298 Columbus Ave # 4, Boston MA 02116

Boston, MA 02116

Listing Information

Listing Agent Miles Wright
Listing Office Century 21 Cityside
Office Phone 617-262-2600
Agent MLS ID CN231361
Office MLS ID BB6400
Listing Data Updated May 22, 2026 10:00 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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