290 Columbus Ave # 5, Boston MA 02116
Boston, MA 02116 • South End
$436,000
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$399,000
Final Sale Price:
$436,000
Difference:
+$37,000 (+9.3%)
Performance Metrics
109.3%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
3
Days on Market
Very fast sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$1,263
Sale $/sq ft:
$1,380
This property sold for $1,380 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 9.3% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.
With only 3 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.
About this home
Mere steps away from the Back Bay T station, this recently updated ultra-modern parlor-level one bedroom features keyless entry and a private deck. With a temporary loft for a queen bed paired with high, airy ceilings and south-facing windows, the space will feel cozy in the winter and cool in the summer. The back door leads to a private deck - perfect for summertime entertaining. The bamboo hardwood floors and stainless steel appliances provide a sturdy and welcoming space, and the central air and interactive shower spa will ensure a comfortable living environment. The entire building was renovated in 2005, and well managed with high owner occupancy. Don't miss a chance to own your own slice of historic Boston.
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Property History
Market Insights
99.3%
Price Range
4
Total Days on Market
Property Timeline
Current Active Listing - MLS #73517242
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Currently Listed
May 13, 2026
$2,975
MLS #73517242 - Active
Sold
Mar 14, 2016
$436,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 4
Listed for Sale
Jan 20, 2016
$399,000
Original listing
Agent: Jessica Later
Office: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/13/2026 | 🏡 Currently Listed | $2,975 | - | - | MLS #73517242 - Active |
| 03/14/2016 | ✓ Sold | $436,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 01/20/2016 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $399,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | $1,820 | $343,800 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$1,820
Tax Year 2016
HOA Fee
$192
Monthly
Assessed Value
$343,800
Facts & Features
Central AC
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Condominium
Year Built
1899
Living Area
316 sq ft
Lot Size
0.01 acres
Bedrooms
1
Full Baths
1
Total Rooms
3
Interior
Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Flooring
Bamboo
Appliances
None
Fireplace
None
Basement
N
Laundry
In Unit, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
None
Architecture
None
Roof
None
Features
None
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
None
Parking
Features
On Street
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Gas Range, For Gas Oven, For Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup
Financial
Annual Tax
$1,820
Assessed Value
$343,800
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$192 Monthly
Fee Includes
Heat, Gas, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Air Conditioning
Amenities
Hot Water
Optional Fee Includes
None
Owner-Occupied Units
7
Pets
Yes
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
Large Back Decks Primary Use Is A Fire Escape. Square Footage Does Not Include The Loft, Large Enough For A Queen Sized Bed. Condo Fee Pays To Heat And Cool The Air. The Owner Pays To Push Out The Hot Or Cold Air (minimal Cost On Owners Electric Bill).
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
["Brownstone"]
Unit/Building
5
Sq Ft Source
Master Deed
Sq Ft Disclosures
Additional loft space not included. LIVES MUCH LARGER THAN 316 sqft.
Documents
None
County
Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
4 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1899
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
316 sq ft
Total Rooms
3
Stories
1
Entry Level
2
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
FeaturesNo
Display Options
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (1)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
Interior Features
Flooring:
Bamboo
Appliances:
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
N
Laundry:
In Unit, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Security:
Intercom
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1899
Effective Year (Renovated):
2005
Structure Type:
Brownstone
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Stories:
1
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Forced Air
Heating Zones:
1
Cooling:
Central Air
Cooling Zones:
1
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Parking Features:
On Street
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
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
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
|
#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
D
Orchard Gardens K-8 School
1.1 mi
|
#326 of 352
|
Score: 28.7
Improved 13 spots from last year
-29.5 below state avg
689 students
Diverse
Grades PK-08
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
2.7 mi
Mother Caroline Academy
2.8 mi
Grades 05-08
Epiphany School
3.7 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
7.0 mi
|
#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
1.4 mi
UP Academy
1.5 mi
High Schools
10 schools
Cathedral High School
0.4 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
0.6 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
1.4 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
2.5 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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Neighborhood
South End
290 Columbus Ave # 5, Boston MA 02116
Boston, MA 02116
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Jessica Later
Listing Office
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Office Phone
617-426-6900
Agent MLS ID
BB810812
Office MLS ID
BB5918
Listing Data Updated
Mar 16, 2016 9:10 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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