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285 Columbus Ave # 407, Boston MA 02116

Boston, MA 02116 • Back Bay
$1,209,000
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,240
Sq Ft
$975
Price/Sq Ft
0.03
Acres
1924
Year Built
1
Garage Space
18
Days on Market
Closed Listed Apr 29, 2015 • MLS# 71826512 Copied! • Updated Aug 31, 2015

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $1,089,000
Final Sale Price: $1,209,000
Difference: +$120,000 (+11.0%)
Performance Metrics
111.0%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
18
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $878
Sale $/sq ft: $975
This property sold for $975 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 11.0% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 18 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
$975/sq ft
Area Average
$184/sq ft
Difference
+428.8%

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

About this home

Prime location where the elegant Back Bay meets the stylish South End. You will enjoy this South/front facing 2-bed/2-bath condo in pristine condition. This luxury loft with European-inspired design features open living/dining, beautiful wide-planked walnut floors, in-unit washer & dryer, high end appliances, a large master suite, and generous closet spaces. Every closet has been upgraded with California Closets. The building features include elevators, a common roof deck with spectacular skyline views, bicycle storage, front desk concierge, and an on-site building superintendent. Convenience abounds: just steps to the Back Bay Station, Copley Place, Prudential Center, John Hancock Tower, and Newbury Street. A short walk to many of the best restaurants in Boston. Walk Score at this property is 95 and Transit Score is 97.

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Property History

Market Insights

99.6%
Price Range
19
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73547940
Full transaction history available when tracking began
🏡
Currently Listed
Jul 10, 2026
$5,900
MLS #73547940 - Active
Previous Transaction - MLS #73012110
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Sep 15, 2022
$1,351,000
MLS #73012110
Sold
Aug 31, 2015
$1,209,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 19
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Listed for Sale
Apr 29, 2015
$1,089,000
Original listing
Agent: Eileen Kim Office: Advise Realty

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2014 $9,894 $786,500

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$9,894
Tax Year 2014
HOA Fee
$881
Monthly
Assessed Value
$786,500

Facts & Features

1 Car Garage
Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1924
Living Area 1,240 sq ft
Lot Size 0.03 acres
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 2
Total Rooms 4

Interior

Heating Forced Air
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Wood
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Basement N
Laundry In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features None

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture None
Roof Rubber
Features Deck - Roof
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Deck - Roof
Garage Spaces 1
Has Garage Yes
Features Detached, Rented
Total Spaces 1
Electric 220 Volts
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Electric Range, For Electric Oven, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Annual Tax $9,894
Assessed Value $786,500

HOA & Community

HOA Fee $881 Monthly
Fee Includes Water, Sewer, Insurance, Security, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Trash
Amenities Elevator(s)
Optional Fee Includes None
Pets Yes
Seller Disclosures Rental Garage Parking Available In Adjacent Parking Garage For $371/month. Taxes Do Not Reflect A Residential Exemption.
Exclusions Window Treatments. Wall Light Fixture Optional.
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type ["Mid-Rise"]
Unit/Building 407
Sq Ft Source Master Deed
Sq Ft Disclosures 2nd Bedroom is an interior room with a closet, but no window.
Documents Unit Deed, Rules & Regs, Floor Plans, Association Financial Statements (4)
County Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 19 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1924
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,240 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Stories
1
Entry Level
4

Room Details

Other Floor

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

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: N
Laundry: In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Security: Intercom, Doorman, Concierge

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1924
Effective Year (Renovated): 2008
Structure Type: Mid-Rise
Exterior Materials:
Roof: Rubber
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

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

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Deck - Roof
Patio & Porch: Deck - Roof
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 1
Total Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Detached, Rented
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: 20.2
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
The Learning Project
0.5 mi
Grades K-06
Kingsley Montessori School
0.5 mi
Grades PK-06
C
Hurley K-8 School
0.6 mi | #258 of 352 | Score: 35.8
Dropped 23 spots from last year
-22.4 below state avg
335 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 | #772 of 824 | Score: 30.9
Improved 29 spots from last year
-27.3 below state avg
167 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
B
Excel Academy Charter School
1.1 mi | #155 of 346 | Score: 54.9
Improved 160 spots from last year
-3.3 below state avg
1,379 students Moderate
High Graduation Rate Rising School
Grades 05-12
Kids Are People School
1.1 mi
Grades PK-12
M

Middle Schools

10 schools
Middle School Academy
1.5 mi
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
1.9 mi | #349 of 352 | Score: 23.6
Improved 3 spots from last year
-34.6 below state avg
213 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: 41.9
Improved 187 spots from last year
-16.3 below state avg
1,126 students Diverse
Rising School College Ready Curriculum
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
2.8 mi
Mother Caroline Academy
2.8 mi
Grades 05-08
Epiphany School
3.8 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
7.1 mi | #265 of 352 | Score: 34.9
Improved 20 spots from last year
-23.3 below state avg
477 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades 03-08
Timilty Middle
1.5 mi
UP Academy
1.5 mi
H

High Schools

10 schools
Cathedral High School
0.5 mi
9 sports • 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
C
Quincy Upper School
0.5 mi | #268 of 346 | Score: 44.6
Improved 4 spots from last year
-13.6 below state avg
557 students Very Diverse
12 sports • 208 athletes
High Graduation Rate Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-12
Newman School
0.5 mi
Grades 07-12
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
1.4 mi | #90 of 346 | Score: 61.1
Improved 94 spots from last year
+2.9 above state avg
1,509 students Very Diverse
High Graduation Rate Rising School College Ready Curriculum Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
1.5 mi | #13 of 25 | Score: 31.7
Improved 356 spots from last year
-26.6 below state avg
565 students Diverse
10 sports • 242 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin School
1.5 mi | #19 of 346 | Score: 73.3
Improved 61 spots from last year
+15.1 above state avg
2,424 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: 63.9
Improved 214 spots from last year
+5.7 above state avg
1,693 students Very Diverse
17 sports • 1,298 athletes
High Graduation Rate Rising School Strong Athletics Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
D
Charlestown High School
2.4 mi | #322 of 346 | Score: 31.0
Improved 49 spots from last year
-27.2 below state avg
754 students Diverse
11 sports • 488 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
C
Ruth Batson Academy
2.6 mi | #19 of 25 | Score: 27.6
Improved 346 spots from last year
-30.6 below state avg
604 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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Back Bay

285 Columbus Ave # 407, Boston MA 02116

Boston, MA 02116

Listing Information

Listing Agent Eileen Kim
Agent MLS ID CT007659
Office MLS ID AC1857
Listing Data Updated Aug 31, 2015 12:14 PM 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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