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488 Columbus Avenue # 5, Boston MA 02118

Boston, MA 02118 • South End
$899,700
2
Beds
1
Baths
785
Sq Ft
$1,146
Price/Sq Ft
1890
Year Built
17
Days on Market
Closed Listed Sep 27, 2017 • MLS# 72234594 Copied! • Updated Oct 31, 2017

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.

Nearby Sales Comparison

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

This Property
$1,146/sq ft
Area Average
$275/sq ft
Difference
+316.9%

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

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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Property 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

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
Features None
Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None
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
Seller Disclosures None
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
For Sale
Year Built
1890
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
785 sq ft
Total Rooms
3
Stories
1
Entry Level
3

Room Details

Other Floor

Bathroom1
Bedroom5
Bedroom4
Bedroom3
Dining Room
Kitchen
Bathroom2
Bedroom2
Living Room
Bathroom3
Master Bedroom
Office
Family Room
Master Bathroom
No

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

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

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:
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
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
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
D
Perkins Elementary School
0.5 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
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 | #326 of 352 | Score: 28.7
Improved 13 spots from last year
-29.5 below state avg
689 students Diverse
Grades PK-08
Kids Are People School
1.0 mi
Grades PK-12
B
Excel Academy Charter School
1.0 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
Park Street School
1.0 mi
Grades K-07
M

Middle Schools

10 schools
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
1.6 mi | #349 of 352 | Score: 23.6
Improved 3 spots from last year
-34.6 below state avg
213 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: 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
2.4 mi
Mother Caroline Academy
2.4 mi
Grades 05-08
Epiphany School
3.5 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
6.7 mi | #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
1.1 mi
UP Academy
1.6 mi
H

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 | #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
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
1.0 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
1.1 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
1.2 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
1.9 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
Meridian Academy
2.4 mi
Grades 06-09
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
D
Charlestown High School
2.8 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
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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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