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488 Columbus Ave # 5, Boston MA 02118

Boston, MA 02118 • South End
$1,085,000
1
Beds
1
Baths
785
Sq Ft
$1,382
Price/Sq Ft
1900
Year Built
14
Days on Market
Closed Listed Mar 19, 2026 • MLS# 73489239 Copied! • Updated May 27, 2026

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $1,075,000
Final Sale Price: $1,085,000
Difference: +$10,000 (+0.9%)
Performance Metrics
100.9%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
14
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $1,369
Sale $/sq ft: $1,382
This property sold for $1,382 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 0.9% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 14 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
$1,382/sq ft
Area Average
$275/sq ft
Difference
+402.7%

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

About this home

This sun-filled top corner brownstone gets incredible light from the south and west and is nestled on Columbus Ave, just blocks from Bay Bay. The kitchen has been thoughtfully designed with quartz countertops, a breakfast bar, tile backsplash, pendant lighting, and a farmhouse sink, plus plenty of storage! The open layout offers generous space for entertaining, with room for dining on either end. The expanded bathroom features double vanities, ample counter space, and a large glass walk-in shower. The bedroom is bright and spacious, with four oversized windows overlooking Rutland Square. One of the standout features is the massive walk-in closet, complete with custom shelving and well-organized storage. To top it all off, there’s a private treetop terrace off the primary, perfect for unwinding after a long day.

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Property History

Market Insights

17.1%
Price Range
26
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Sold
May 27, 2026
$1,085,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 26
Pending Sale
Apr 3, 2026
Offer accepted, sale pending
🏠
Listed for Sale
Mar 19, 2026
$1,075,000
Original listing
Agent: The Gaines Group Office: Compass
🏠
Listed for Sale
Mar 19, 2026
$1,075,000
Original listing
Agent: The Gaines Group Office: Compass
Previous Transaction - MLS #72234594
Full transaction history available when tracking began
🏷️
Previously Sold
Oct 31, 2017
$899,700
MLS #72234594

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2026 $10,754 $859,700

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$10,754
Tax Year 2026
HOA Fee
$198
Monthly
Assessed Value
$859,700

Facts & Features

Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1900
Living Area 785 sq ft
Bedrooms 1
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 3

Interior

Heating Forced Air
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Wood
Appliances Oven, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 1
Basement N
Laundry In Unit
Features None

Exterior

Construction None
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 $10,754
Assessed Value $859,700

HOA & Community

HOA Fee $198 Monthly
Fee Includes Water, Sewer, Insurance
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Pets Yes w/ Restrictions
Seller Disclosures Property Taxes Are An Estimate. Buyers Perform Due Diligence.
Possession None
Accepted Financing Seller W/participate
Structure Type ["Brownstone","Attached"]
Unit/Building 5
Sq Ft Source Public Record
Sq Ft Disclosures Living area does not include private rear deck.
Documents Master Deed, Unit Deed, Rules & Regs (3)
County Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 26 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1900
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
785 sq ft
Total Rooms
3
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
No

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood
Appliances: Oven, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: N
Laundry: In Unit
Security: Intercom

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1900
Effective Year (Renovated): 1944
Structure Type: Brownstone, Attached
Exterior Materials:
Roof: Rubber
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air
Heating Zones: 2
Cooling: Central Air
Cooling Zones: 2
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: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Conservation Area, Highway Access, Public School, T-Station, University
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

3 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
Blackstone Elementary
0.4 mi
H

High Schools

3 schools
Cathedral High School
0.5 mi
9 sports • 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
Snowden International
0.6 mi
C-
Snowden International High School
0.6 mi | #301 of 346 | Score: 37.9
Improved 55 spots from last year
-20.3 below state avg
421 students Diverse
7 sports • 78 athletes
Rising School
Grades 09-12
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Neighborhood

South End

488 Columbus Ave # 5, Boston MA 02118

Boston, MA 02118

Listing Information

Listing Agent The Gaines Group
Listing Office Compass
Office Phone 617-206-3333
Agent MLS ID TM360638
Office MLS ID AN2383
Listing Data Updated May 27, 2026 7:57 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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