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549 Columbus Avenue # 2, Boston MA 02118

Boston, MA 02118 • South End
$619,000
Est. $4,135/month
1
Beds
1
Baths
439
Sq Ft
$1,410
Price/Sq Ft
1899
Year Built
12 hours 7 minutes
Time on Market
Active Open House Listed Jun 24, 2026 • MLS# 73541185 Copied!

About this home

Complete with deeded off-street parking and located just one flight up, this chic and efficiently designed 1-bedroom, 1-bath residence in the heart of the South End offers stylish city living with a layout that maximizes every inch. Gleaming hardwood floors lead into an elevated open-concept kitchen featuring granite countertops, a dishwasher, ample cabinetry, and generous storage throughout. The inviting living area showcases exposed brick and includes a dedicated office nook—ideal for working from home. Additional highlights include in-unit laundry and thoughtful use of space throughout. Located just moments from acclaimed restaurants, boutique shopping, and picturesque parks, this home seamlessly blends character, convenience, and functionality in one of Boston’s most sought-after neighborhoods.

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner FIVE 47 COLUMBUS AV CONDO TR
Mailing Address 696 TREMONT ST, BOSTON, MA, 02118

Land Use

Use Code 995
Description N/A
Style Row Middle

Tax Information

Assessed Value $0
Tax Rate $10.29 per $1,000

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2023 $0 $502,100 $502,100

Sale History

Date Price Book/Page
Jul 20, 2015 $385,125 54793/269
Jul 16, 2015 $440,000 54776/140
Dec 28, 2012 $720,000 50739/139
Nov 15, 2007 $352,000 42730/109
Oct 30, 2007 $329,000 42662/127
Dec 12, 2006 $257,000 40916/227
Jul 21, 2006 $307,500 40040/322

Building Permit History

Issued Type / Work Status Value
Nov 18, 2025 Long Form/Alteration Permit
SIGNES
Signs
Permit #ALT1796416
Open $4,383
Nov 3, 2025 Electrical Low Voltage
LVOLT
Low Voltage
Permit #ELV1794710
Open $500
Oct 23, 2025 Plumbing Permit
PLUMBING
Plumbing
Permit #PL1791066
Closed $3,300
Oct 15, 2025 Electrical Permit
ELECTRICAL
Electrical
Permit #E1787988
Closed $8,500
Aug 28, 2025 Short Form Bldg Permit
INTREN
Renovations - Interior NSC
Permit #SF1764277
Closed $14,870
Dec 6, 2021 Gas Permit
GAS
Gas
Permit #G1276456
Open $8,513
Data: City of Boston Open Data (Analyze Boston)

Municipal Context: BOSTON

Median Home Value $745,000
Avg SF Tax Bill $4,523
Residential Tax Rate $10.29/1000
CPA Surcharge 1%
County Suffolk

Property Data Comparison

Discrepancies found between MLS and assessor records.

Field Assessor MLS Match
Year built 1,999 1,899
Match: geocode_proximity (89.4% confidence) · Data as of Jun 1, 2026

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1899
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
439 sq ft
Total Rooms
3
Stories
1
Entry Level
2

Open House Schedule

28
Jun
Sunday, June 28
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM EDT
27
Jun
Saturday, June 27
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM EDT

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1899
Living Area 439 sq ft
Bedrooms 1
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 3

Interior

Heating Electric Baseboard
Cooling Window Unit(s)
Flooring None
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Basement N
Laundry In Unit
Features None

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture None
Roof None
Features None
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None

Parking

Features Off Street, Deeded
Total Spaces 1

Utilities

Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None

Financial

Annual Tax $6,082
Assessed Value $525,200

Interior Features

Flooring:
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: N
Laundry: In Unit
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1899
Structure Type: Rowhouse, Mid-Rise
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Electric Baseboard
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features:
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Off Street, Deeded

Location

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Neighborhood

South End

549 Columbus Avenue # 2, Boston MA 02118

Boston, MA 02118

Walkability

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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
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
Perkins Elementary School
0.4 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
D
Melvin H. King South End Academy
0.4 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
0.5 mi | #809 of 824 | Score: 26.3
Improved 12 spots from last year
-31.9 below state avg
582 students Moderate
Grades PK-06
Kingsley Montessori School
0.6 mi
Grades PK-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
The Learning Project
0.9 mi
Grades K-06
Kids Are People School
0.9 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
F
Tobin K-8 School
1.1 mi | #344 of 352 | Score: 25.1
Dropped 8 spots from last year
-33.1 below state avg
364 students Diverse
Grades PK-08
M

Middle Schools

10 schools
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
1.5 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
1.7 mi
Nativity Prep School
1.8 mi
Grades 05-08
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
2.1 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
Mother Caroline Academy
2.4 mi
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
2.4 mi
Epiphany School
3.4 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
6.6 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
0.9 mi
UP Academy
1.7 mi
H

High Schools

10 schools
Cathedral High School
0.6 mi
9 sports • 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
Newman School
0.7 mi
Grades 07-12
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
0.9 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
C
Quincy Upper School
1.0 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
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
1.0 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
1.1 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
1.8 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
2.3 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
English High School
2.8 mi | #324 of 346 | Score: 29.7
Improved 34 spots from last year
-28.5 below state avg
720 students Moderate
8 sports • 332 athletes
Rising School Career Tech Programs
Grades 07-12
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Property Timeline

🏠
Listed for Sale
Jun 24, 2026
$619,000
Original listing
Agent: The Biega + Kilgore Team Office: Compass
Previous Transaction - MLS #73117645
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Sep 1, 2023
$550,000
MLS #73117645

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Jun 24, 2026 New Listing Added $619,000
Sep 1, 2023 Sold $550,000

Market Statistics

Time on Market
12 hours 7 minutes
Price per Sq Ft
$1,410

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $6,082 $525,200

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$6,082
Tax Year 2025
HOA Fee
$298
Monthly
Assessed Value
$525,200

Listing Information

Listing Agent The Biega + Kilgore Team
Listing Office Compass
Agent MLS ID TM324795
Office MLS ID AN2383
Listing Data Updated Jun 25, 2026 3:30 AM 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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