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495 Columbus Ave # 2, Boston MA 02118

Boston, MA 02118 • South End
$1,102,000
Est. $6,870/month
2
Beds
1
Baths
944
Sq Ft
$1,167
Price/Sq Ft
0.02
Acres
1899
Year Built
19
Days on Market
Closed Listed Jun 11, 2018 • MLS# 72343665 Copied!

About this home

Beautifully renovated two bedroom, one bathroom condominium in historic 1871 brownstone. Exquisite period details combine with modern updates such as central AC, a custom kitchen with Carrera marble countertops, cherry cabinets, and high-efficiency Bosch washer and dryer. This sun-drenched corner unit includes 2 large bay windows, marble fireplace, separate dining area, 1 deeded parking space & deck overlooking Titus Sparrow Park. Excellent location near Prudential, Symphony and Copley.

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner RENEHAN ANNE M
Mailing Address 495 COLUMBUS AV #3, BOSTON, MA, 02118

Land Use

Use Code 102
Description Condominium
Style Row End

Tax Information

Assessed Value $1,030,700
Tax Rate $10.29 per $1,000
Base Tax $10,606
CPA Surcharge 1% ($96)
Estimated Annual Tax $10,702

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2023 $0 $1,030,700 $1,030,700

Sale History

Date Price Book/Page
Jul 27, 2018 $1,102,000 59943/149
Dec 29, 2017 $900,000 59007/046
Dec 29, 2017 $9 59007/032
Jun 18, 2015 $895,000 54629/019
Mar 29, 2013 $775,000 51211/191
Apr 27, 2012 $575,000 49420/206

Building Permit History

Issued Type / Work Status Value
May 12, 2025 Short Form Bldg Permit
INTEXT
Interior/Exterior Work
Permit #SF1681882
Open $88,900
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
Match: geocode_proximity (89.6% confidence) · Data as of Jun 1, 2026

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1899
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
944 sq ft
Total Rooms
5
Stories
1
Entry Level
2

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $999,500
Final Sale Price: $1,102,000
Difference: +$102,500 (+10.3%)
Performance Metrics
110.3%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
19
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $1,059
Sale $/sq ft: $1,167
This property sold for $1,167 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 10.3% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 19 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 49 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$1,167/sq ft
Area Average
$203/sq ft
Difference
+476.3%

This property sold for significantly more per square foot than similar nearby properties, suggesting premium features or condition.

Facts & Features

Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1899
Living Area 944 sq ft
Lot Size 0.02 acres
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 5

Interior

Heating Baseboard
Cooling Central Air
Flooring None
Appliances Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Energy Star Qualified Dryer, Energy Star Qualified Dishwasher, Energy Star Qualified Washer
Fireplace Living Room
Fireplaces 1
Basement Y
Laundry None
Features None

Exterior

Construction Brick
Architecture None
Roof Rubber
Features Deck, City View(s)
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Deck

Parking

Features Deeded
Total Spaces 1

Utilities

Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None

Financial

Annual Tax $8,913
Assessed Value $795,500

Interior Features

Flooring:
Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher, ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer
Interior Features:
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement: Y
Laundry:
Security: Intercom

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1899
Structure Type: Brownstone
Exterior Materials: Brick
Roof: Rubber
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

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

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Deck, City View(s)
Patio & Porch: Deck
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Deeded

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type: Living Room
View: Yes
View Type: City
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails

Location

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Neighborhood

South End

495 Columbus Ave # 2, Boston MA 02118

Boston, MA 02118

Walkability

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Nearby Schools

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
C
Hurley K-8 School
0.3 mi | #258 of 352 | Score: 35.8
Dropped 23 spots from last year
-22.4 below state avg
335 students Moderate
Grades PK-08
D
Melvin H. King South End Academy
0.3 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
Blackstone Elementary
0.4 mi
H

High Schools

3 schools
Cathedral High School
0.5 mi
9 sports • 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
Snowden International
0.6 mi
C-
Snowden International High School
0.6 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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Property History

Market Insights

99.5%
Price Range
21
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73528502
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Currently Listed
Jun 2, 2026
$5,500
MLS #73528502 - Active
Sold
Jul 27, 2018
$1,102,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 21
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Listed for Sale
Jun 11, 2018
$999,500
Original listing
Agent: Brian Perry Office: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Jun 2, 2026 Sold $5,500
Jun 11, 2018 New Listing Added $999,500

Market Statistics

Days on Market
19 days
Price per Sq Ft
$1,167

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2018 $8,913 $795,500

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$8,913
Tax Year 2018
HOA Fee
$355
Monthly
Assessed Value
$795,500

Listing Information

Listing Agent Brian Perry
Listing Office Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Agent MLS ID BB800172
Office MLS ID BB5918
Listing Data Updated Jul 31, 2018 10:23 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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