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488 Columbus Avenue # 5, Boston MA 02118
Boston, MA 02118 • South End
$899,700
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$899,000
Final Sale Price:
$899,700
Difference:
+$700 (+0.1%)
Performance Metrics
100.1%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
17
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$1,145
Sale $/sq ft:
$1,146
This property sold for $1,146 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 0.1% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.
With only 17 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.
About this home
This South End two-bedroom home enjoys unmatched light exposure with Southwest corner orientation. Better yet, commanding Back Bay views stretch out through all of the living room and kitchen windows. Located in Columbus Avenue's 'Coke Bottle Building' and across from Titus Sparrow Park, this condo is rare with high ceilings, a period fire place and a wide building foot print. The open kitchen has a breakfast bar, room for stools, pantry and excellent cabinet space. The living space is welcoming and has flexible furniture lay-out's. The bathroom has a vessel sink and excellent storage space in the vanity and built-in's. Residents enjoy the architectural charm of a rear bow in the master bedroom allowing extra furniture and views on to Rutland Square. The walk-in closet in the master bedroom is a hard to find amenity in the single-floor homes. The second bedroom is a perfect guest room and has access to a private rear deck. Enjoy the evening drinks as we head into the Fall season.
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Price & Status History
Market Insights
17.1%
Price Range
19
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales
Property Timeline
Previous Transaction - MLS #73489239
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
May 27, 2026
$1,085,000
MLS #73489239
Sold
Oct 31, 2017
$899,700
Property sold
Days on Market: 19
Listed for Sale
Sep 27, 2017
$899,000
Original listing
Agent: Paul Whaley/Charlie Ring Team
Office: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Boston - Back Bay
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/27/2026 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $1,085,000 | - | - | MLS #73489239 |
| 10/31/2017 | ✓ Sold | $899,700 | - | - | Property sold |
| 09/27/2017 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $899,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | $6,612 | $619,200 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$6,612
Tax Year 2018
HOA Fee
$158
Monthly
Assessed Value
$619,200
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Condominium
Year Built
1890
Living Area
785 sq ft
Bedrooms
2
Full Baths
1
Total Rooms
3
Interior
Heating
Electric Baseboard
Cooling
Individual
Flooring
Wood
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace
None
Fireplaces
1
Basement
N
Laundry
In Unit
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
Brick
Architecture
None
Roof
Rubber
Features
Deck
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Deck
Parking
Features
None
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
None
Financial
Annual Tax
$6,612
Assessed Value
$619,200
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$158 Monthly
Fee Includes
Water, Sewer, Insurance, Snow Removal
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
Owner-Occupied Units
4
Pets
Yes
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
None
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
["Townhouse"]
Unit/Building
5
Sq Ft Source
Master Deed
Sq Ft Disclosures
Square footage does not include the private deck
Documents
Master Deed, Rules & Regs, Floor Plans (3)
County
Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
19 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1890
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
785 sq ft
Total Rooms
3
Stories
1
Entry Level
3
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchDeck
Room Markers
BABathroom (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:
Wood
Appliances:
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
N
Laundry:
In Unit
Security:
Intercom
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1890
Effective Year (Renovated):
1994
Structure Type:
Townhouse
Exterior Materials:
Brick
Roof:
Rubber
Foundation:
Stories:
1
Utilities & Systems
Heating:
Electric Baseboard
Heating Zones:
3
Cooling:
Individual
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Deck
Patio & Porch:
Deck
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Parking Features:
Special Features
Fireplaces:
1
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities:
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
C
Hurley K-8 School
0.3 mi
|
#259 of 352
|
Score: 35.7
Dropped 24 spots from last year
-22.5 below state avg
337 students
Moderate
Grades PK-08
D
Melvin H. King South End Academy
0.3 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
D
Perkins Elementary School
0.5 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
Kingsley Montessori School
0.6 mi
Grades PK-06
The Learning Project
0.8 mi
Grades K-06
D
Orchard Gardens K-8 School
0.8 mi
|
#325 of 352
|
Score: 28.8
Improved 14 spots from last year
-29.4 below state avg
716 students
Diverse
Grades PK-08
Kids Are People School
1.0 mi
Grades PK-12
B
Excel Academy Charter School
1.0 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
Park Street School
1.0 mi
Grades K-07
Middle Schools
10 schools
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
1.6 mi
|
#349 of 352
|
Score: 23.2
Improved 3 spots from last year
-35 below state avg
246 students
Diverse
Grades 03-08
Middle School Academy
1.6 mi
Nativity Prep School
1.9 mi
Grades 05-08
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
2.2 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
2.4 mi
Mother Caroline Academy
2.4 mi
Grades 05-08
Epiphany School
3.5 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
6.7 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
1.1 mi
UP Academy
1.6 mi
High Schools
10 schools
Cathedral High School
0.5 mi
9 sports
• 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
Newman School
0.7 mi
Grades 07-12
C
Quincy Upper School
0.8 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
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
1.0 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
1.1 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
1.2 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
1.9 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
Meridian Academy
2.4 mi
Grades 06-09
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
D
Charlestown High School
2.8 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
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Neighborhood
South End
488 Columbus Avenue # 5, Boston MA 02118
Boston, MA 02118
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Paul Whaley/Charlie Ring Team
Listing Office
Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Boston - Back Bay
Office Phone
617-266-4430
Agent MLS ID
TM309563
Office MLS ID
BB2054
Listing Data Updated
Oct 31, 2017 1:45 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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