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285 Columbus Avenue # 407, Boston MA 02116

Boston, MA 02116 • South End
$1,351,000
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,240
Sq Ft
$1,090
Price/Sq Ft
1924
Year Built
1
Garage Space
21
Days on Market
Closed Listed Jul 14, 2022 • MLS# 73012110 Copied! • Updated Sep 15, 2022

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $1,395,000
Final Sale Price: $1,351,000
Difference: $44,000 (-3.2%)
Performance Metrics
96.8%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
21
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $1,125
Sale $/sq ft: $1,090
This property sold for $1,090 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 3.2% below the original asking price.

With only 21 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
$1,090/sq ft
Area Average
$184/sq ft
Difference
+491.2%

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

About this home

Off the charts walk score along with comfort, convenience and contemporary excellence in this expansive two bedroom/two bath home at Columbus Lofts, a luxury elevator building nestled between Back Bay and the South End. Enter to distinctive lobby with tasteful millwork and perimeter illumination. Spacious unit entry foyer w/coat closet leads to wide open living/dining room with beautiful hdwd floors, anchored by exquisite contemporary Arclinea kitchen. South facing wall of windows frames the buildings preferred view. Huge primary with ensuite bath, California Closets and soundproof windows. 2nd large bedroom, perfect for guest, gym or home office and additional full bath w/tub. Central A/C and in-unit laundry. Serene and spectacular common roof deck oasis private to building residents +guests. Daytime concierge and on-site superintendent provide elements of full service living. All this, steps from direct access rental garage parking. Separate storage available to purchase for $35,000.

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Property History

Market Insights

99.6%
Price Range
23
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
Sold
Sep 15, 2022
$1,351,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 23
🏠
Listed for Sale
Jul 14, 2022
$1,395,000
Original listing
Agent: Steven Cohen Team Office: Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay
Previous Transaction - MLS #71826512
Full transaction history available when tracking began
🏷️
Previously Sold
Aug 31, 2015
$1,209,000
MLS #71826512

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2022 $9,915 $1,207,100

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$9,915
Tax Year 2022
HOA Fee
$973
Monthly
Assessed Value
$1,207,100

Facts & Features

1 Car Garage
Central AC

Home Facts

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

Interior

Heating Heat Pump
Cooling Central Air
Flooring None
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Basement N
Laundry In Unit
Features None

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture None
Roof None
Features Deck - Roof
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Deck - Roof
Garage Spaces 1
Has Garage Yes
Features Garage Faces Side, Rented, On Street
Total Spaces 1
Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None
Annual Tax $9,915
Assessed Value $1,207,100

HOA & Community

HOA Fee $973 Monthly
Fee Includes Gas, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Trash, Reserve Funds
Amenities Elevator(s)
Optional Fee Includes None
Owner-Occupied Units 58
Pets Yes
Seller Disclosures Garage Parking Is Available For Rent At 131 Dartmouth St Garage For $409/mo. Non-smoking Building With On-site Superintendent. Stated Property Tax Includes $3, 218 Residential Exemption.
Exclusions pantry Armoire & High-Top Kitchen Table + Stools Are Negotiable. Tv Mounts Are Excluded.
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type ["Mid-Rise"]
Unit/Building 407
Sq Ft Source Public Record
Documents None
County Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 23 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:
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement: N
Laundry: In Unit
Security: Intercom, Concierge

Construction & Materials

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

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Heat Pump
Heating Zones: 2
Cooling: Central Air
Cooling Zones: 2
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: Garage Faces Side, Rented, On Street
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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South End

285 Columbus Avenue # 407, Boston MA 02116

Boston, MA 02116

Listing Information

Listing Agent Steven Cohen Team
Listing Office Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay
Office Phone 617-542-0012
Agent MLS ID TM003012
Office MLS ID BB5522
Listing Data Updated Sep 15, 2022 12:03 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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