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285 Columbus Avenue # 207, Boston MA 02116

Boston, MA 02116 • South End
$1,360,000
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,240
Sq Ft
$1,097
Price/Sq Ft
1924
Year Built
1
Garage Space
319
Days on Market
Closed Listed Apr 4, 2024 • MLS# 73220111 Copied! • Updated Mar 3, 2025

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $1,525,000
Final Sale Price: $1,360,000
Difference: $165,000 (-10.8%)
Performance Metrics
89.2%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
319
Days on Market
Extended listing
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $1,230
Sale $/sq ft: $1,097
This property sold for $1,097 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 10.8% below the original asking price.

At 319 days on market, this property took longer than average to sell.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 50 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$1,097/sq ft
Area Average
$184/sq ft
Difference
+495.9%

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

About this home

INCREDIBLE OPPORTUNITY! This beautiful home boasts abundant natural light and stunning streetscape views from its many windows. Ideally located where historic Back Bay meets the vibrant South End, it offers the best of modern living. The spacious living areas are filled with light, perfect for both relaxation and entertaining, feat recessed lighting and oversized windows. Chef's dream kit, complete with sleek dark wood cabinetry, stone countertops, and stainless appliances. A stone-topped island doubles as a casual dining area + conversations while cooking. Spacious primary bedroom w/designer closet and en-suite bath. In-unit laundry. Shared roof deck provides tons of seating and panoramic skyline views. Just outside Copley Square with easy access to boutique shopping, dining, recreation, and Boston's renowned cultural landmarks like the public library. Commuting is breeze with nearby bike paths & highways. SELLER PAYS COST OF 1-YEAR RENTAL PARKING IN ADJACENT GARAGE AT 100 CLARENDON!

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Property History

Market Insights

2.9%
Price Range
320
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Sold
Feb 28, 2025
$1,360,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 320
🏠
Listed for Sale
Apr 4, 2024
$1,400,000
Original listing
Agent: Post Advisory Group Office: Engel & Volkers Boston

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2024 $15,090 $1,384,400

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$15,090
Tax Year 2024
HOA Fee
$918
Monthly
Assessed Value
$1,384,400

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 Forced Air
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Wood
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
Fireplace None
Basement Y
Laundry None
Features Elevator

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture None
Roof None
Features Deck - Roof + Access Rights, Professional Landscaping
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Deck - Roof + Access Rights
Garage Spaces 1
Has Garage Yes
Features Rented
Total Spaces 1
Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None
Annual Tax $15,090
Assessed Value $1,384,400

HOA & Community

HOA Fee $918 Monthly
Fee Includes Heat, Gas, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Security, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Trash, Air Conditioning, Reserve Funds
Amenities Elevator(s)
Optional Fee Includes None
Owner-Occupied Units 58
Seller Disclosures Seller Pays Addl Fee For 1-yr Rental Of Garage Parking At Adjacent 100 Clarendon. Non-smoking Elev Bldg - On-site Superintendent/concierge. Pet Friendly, 2 Max, Dogs Under 40 Lbs. W/assn Approval. Leases Must Be Written, Min Of 12 Months W/assn Approval. Some Images Virtually Stag
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type ["Mid-Rise"]
Unit/Building 207
Sq Ft Source Public Record
Documents None
County Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 320 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
2

Room Details

Other Floor

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

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
Interior Features: Elevator
Windows:
Basement: Y
Laundry:
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: Forced Air
Cooling: Central Air
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Deck - Roof + Access Rights, Professional Landscaping
Patio & Porch: Deck - Roof + Access Rights
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 1
Total Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Features: 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
1.4 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 # 207, Boston MA 02116

Boston, MA 02116

Listing Information

Listing Agent Post Advisory Group
Listing Office Engel & Volkers Boston
Office Phone 617-936-4194
Agent MLS ID TM002210
Office MLS ID AN2593
Listing Data Updated Mar 3, 2025 11:13 AM EST
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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