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285 Columbus Ave Unit 605, Boston, MA, 02116

$1,840,000

Home List Price

$10,000*

Closing Credit

3 Bedrooms
2 Full Baths
1,578 SqFt
$1,166/SqFt
Condo
Schools Nearby

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285 Columbus Ave Unit 605, Boston$1,840,000

Buyer Closing Credits

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Property Highlights

Home TypeCondominium
ParkingRented
Year Built1924
HeatingForced Air
CoolingCentral Air
MLS #73205147
StatusActive

About 285 Columbus Ave Unit 605

Extraordinary corner unit at Columbus Lofts with panoramic views from nearly every window! Contemporary urban living at the intersection of historic Back Bay and vibrant South End. Expansive living and dining bathed in light with glorious views + high ceilings and warm wood flooring perfect for lounging and entertaining. Wonderful open kitchen designed with lots of cabinet storage and stone-topped counters beautifully accented with stainless steel appliances + large seating island and pantry/bar area. Primary bedroom with en-suite bath and 2nd bedroom are oversized with great storage and even more light and views. Bonus 3rd BR is perfect for nursery/office. Pet friendly + basement storage. Enjoy living in proximity to Copley Square and all the dining, boutique shopping, and recreation for which both Back Bay and South End are renowned. Easy commuter options include bike paths, easy highway and Logan Airport access. Boston's famed public library and cultural hubs are at your doorstep!

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Year Built: 1924
  • Living Area: 1,578 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Engel & Volkers Boston
  • Listing Agent: Post Advisory Group

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Appliances: Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
  • Flooring Type: Wood, Carpet

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3

Exterior Features

Exterior Information:

  • Exterior: Deck - Roof + Access Rights, Professional Landscaping

Parking Information:

  • Parking: Rented

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling: Central Air

School Info

Assigned Schools Information:

  • Quincy Upper School, Public District Grades 6-12
  • Snowden International School At Copley, Public District Grades 9-12
  • O'Bryant School Math/Science, Public District Grades 7-12
  • Joseph J Hurley, Public District Grades PK-8
  • Orchard Gardens, Public District Grades PK-8
  • James P Timilty Middle School, Public District Grades 6-8
  • Blackstone, Public District Grades PK-5
  • Josiah Quincy, Public District Grades PK-5
  • Samuel W Mason, Public District Grades PK-5

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: Corner of Clarendon and Columbus

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $1,840,000
  • Price Per SqFt: $1,166/SqFt

Agent Commission:

  • Buyer's Agent Commission: 2.5

HOA Fees:

  • Amount: $1350
  • Frequency: Monthly

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $17,193
  • Tax Year: 2021
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Boston, MA

City

Med. Sold Price

$803.9K

Med. Price/SqFt

$650

Avg. Days On Market

41

# of Sold Homes

294

285 Columbus Ave Unit 605 vs Boston

63 DAYS ON ROCKET

+22 Days

$1,840,000

+$1.0M More

$1,166/SqFt

+$516 More

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $1.0M more than the Median Sold Price and $516/SqFt more than other homes in Boston, MA.

Based on homes sold in the last 12 months

MLS Details

MLS Information:

  • MLS Name: MLS Property Information Network
  • MLS Number: #73205147

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Engel & Volkers Boston
  • Listing Agent: Post Advisory Group

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Property Sales & Tax

Listing History

Oct 30, 2020Home Sold
$1,675,000
Jul 03, 2008Home Sold
$1,350,000

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2021$17,193$1,611,300
2020$16,580$1,570,100
2019$16,064$1,524,100
2018$15,973$1,524,100
2017$15,371$1,451,500

History based on county public records data.

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Schools

Schools Nearby

The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.

Elementary School

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2
/10

  • Blackstone

  • 380 Shawmut Ave

  • 0.46 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-5

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4
/10

  • Josiah Quincy

  • 885 Washington St

  • 0.47 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-5

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4
/10

  • Samuel W Mason

  • 150 Norfolk Ave

  • 1.46 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-5

Middle School

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5
/10

  • Joseph J Hurley

  • 70 Worcester St

  • 0.60 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-8

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3
/10

  • Orchard Gardens

  • 906 Albany St

  • 1.19 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-8

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2
/10

  • James P Timilty Middle School

  • 205 Roxbury St

  • 1.44 miles

  • Public District Grades 6-8

High School

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2
/10

  • Quincy Upper School

  • 152 Arlington St

  • 0.28 miles

  • Public District Grades 6-12

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1
/10

  • Snowden International School At Copley

  • 150 Newbury St

  • 0.31 miles

  • Public District Grades 9-12

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8
/10

  • O'Bryant School Math/Science

  • 55 Malcolm X Blvd

  • 1.35 miles

  • Public District Grades 7-12

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $66,734. The most common annual income of people living in Boston, MA is between $35k-100k. Most families are single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.

All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

Frequently Asked Questions About 285 Columbus Ave Unit 605

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 285 Columbus Ave Unit 605 property is $1,840,000.

What type of property is this?

The property 285 Columbus Ave Unit 605 is a condo located in Boston, Massachusetts, 02116.

Is this property for sale now?

Active Listing: 285 Columbus Ave Unit 605 is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

What are the assigned schools for this property?

The assigned schools for 285 Columbus Ave Unit 605 are:
Blackstone: GreatSchools Rating 2/10
Josiah Quincy: GreatSchools Rating 4/10
Samuel W Mason: GreatSchools Rating 4/10
Joseph J Hurley: GreatSchools Rating 5/10
Orchard Gardens: GreatSchools Rating 3/10
James P Timilty Middle School: GreatSchools Rating 2/10
Quincy Upper School: GreatSchools Rating 2/10
Snowden International School At Copley: GreatSchools Rating 1/10
O'Bryant School Math/Science: GreatSchools Rating 8/10

What is the annual property tax for this property?

According to the records, the last property tax for 2021 is $17,193 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

When was this property sold last time and for how much?

The last sale was on October 30, 2020 for $1,675,000. (source: MLS/tax record).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 285 Columbus Ave Unit 605 has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 285 Columbus Ave Unit 605 is 1,578 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 285 Columbus Ave Unit 605 is 1924.

Rocket Homes›Massachusetts›Suffolk County›Boston›02116›285 Columbus Ave Unit 605

This home is located at 285 Columbus Ave Unit 605 in Boston, MA and zip code 02116 in the Ellis neighborhood. This 1,578 square foot home was built in 1924. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since February 23, 2024 and is currently priced at $1,840,000.

In March 2024 more than 94 listings in Boston, MA were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 64 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 136 were sold below. The number of listings in Boston, MA increased by 18.1% between February 2024 and March 2024. In March 2024, listings were on the market for 41 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $803,954.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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