NOT LISTED FOR SALE

285 Columbus Ave, Unit 701 Boston, MA 02116

South End Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $930,000 - $1,173,000

1 Bed
1 Bath
856 Sq Ft
22.96 Acres

Last Sold September 28, 2017

Last sale price $830,000 $970 Per Sq Ft

Est. 22% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $6,207/month

Highlights

  • Medical Services
  • 3-minute walk to Back Bay Station
  • Property is near public transit
  • 999,999 Sq Ft lot
  • Deck
  • 1-minute walk to Frieda Garcia Park

About This Home

As of July 2024

Location, location, location! 285 Columbus Lofts is located where Back Bay meets the South End. Enjoy this contemporary condo with an excellent floor plan which features open living/dining, beautiful walnut floors, in-unit washer & dryer, high end appliances, a granite kitchen island, a large master bedroom, and generous upgraded closet spaces. In addition, this elevator building features a front desk concierge, a common roof deck, bicycle storage, and an on-site building superintendent. Convenience abounds: close proximity to the Back Bay Station, CVS, Copley Place, Prudential Center, Equinox, John Hancock Tower, Newbury Street, and the best of the South End. A short distance to many of the most notable restaurants in Boston. Rental parking is available next door.

Last Agent to Rent the Property

Eileen Kim

RE/MAX Real Estate Center Listed on: 07/09/2024

RE/MAX Real Estate Center

Last Renter's Agent

Michael Mitchell

Rondeau/Tierney Real Estate, LLC

Condo Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $10,934

Year Built

  • Built in 2008

Lot Details

  • 22.96

Home Design

  • 856 Sq Ft Home
  • Entry on the 7th floor

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry in unit
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Additional Features

  • Deck
  • Property is near public transit
  • Cooling Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Security Deposit $3,900
  • Property Available on 9/1/24
  • Rent includes water, sewer, trash collection, snow removal
  • 12 Month Lease Term
  • Assessor Parcel Number W:04 P:00548 S:100,4758555

Community Details

Overview

  • Property has a Home Owners Association

Amenities

  • Medical Services
  • Common Area
  • Shops

Recreation

  • Park

Pet Policy

  • No Pets Allowed

Condo Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$10,934

Year Built

Built in 2008

Lot Details

0

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: No
  • Available Date: 2024-09-01
  • Lease Term: Term of Rental(12)
  • Available Now: No
  • Deposit Required: Yes
  • FIRST MON REQD: Yes
  • INSURANCE REQD: Yes
  • LAST MON REQD: Yes
  • REFERENCES REQD: Yes
  • SEC DEPOSIT: 3900

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential Lease
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Year Built: 2008
  • Entry Level: 7
  • CoOp Comp: 50/50
  • ResoPropertyType: ResidentialLease
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace YN: No
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
  • Total Bedrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Laundry Features: In Unit
  • Living Area: 856
  • Spa YN: No
  • MAIN LO: BB9927
  • LIST PRICE PER Sq Ft: 4.56
  • PRICE PER Sq Ft: 4.56
  • MAIN SO: AC1377

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Deck - Roof
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Roof
  • Waterfront YN: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage YN: No

Utilities

  • Cooling Y N: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association YN: Yes
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Medical Facility, Highway Access, T-Station
  • Rent Includes: Water, Sewer, Trash Collection, Snow Removal
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • UNIT BUILDING: 701

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: W:04 P:00548 S:100,4758555
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 999999
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • OUTDOOR SPACE AVAILABLE: Yes - Common
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Multi Family

  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 25, 2017
Closed on
Sep 28, 2017
Sold by
Brown Harley J and Brown Adrienne L
Bought by
Ohearn Valerie
Seller's Agent
Adam Kotkin
Red Tree Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Dillon Collins
South End Realty Group
List Price
$850,000
Sold Price
$830,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$20,000
-2.35%
Current Estimated Value
$1,009,967

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$179,967
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.46%
Original Mortgage
$498,000
Outstanding Balance
$416,749
Interest Rate
3.89%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$593,218

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 3, 2014
Sold by
Alex Winston Llc
Bought by
Brown Harley J and Brown Adrienne L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$560,000
Interest Rate
4%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 13, 2008
Sold by
285 Columbus Avenue Ll
Bought by
Winston Bros Gp Llc
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Ohearn Valerie $830,000 --
Brown Harley J $700,000 --
Alex Winston Llc -- --
Winston Bros Gp Llc $625,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Ohearn Valerie $498,000
Previous Owner Brown Harley J $560,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
07/16/2024 07/16/24 Rented $3,900 0.0% --
07/12/2024 07/12/24 Under Contract -- -- --
07/09/2024 07/09/24 For Rent $3,900 0.0% --
09/28/2017 09/28/17 Sold $830,000 -0.6% $970 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
08/16/2017 08/16/17 Pending -- -- --
08/08/2017 08/08/17 Price Changed $835,000 -1.8% $975 / Sq Ft
07/25/2017 07/25/17 For Sale $850,000 0.0% $993 / Sq Ft
08/24/2012 08/24/12 Rented $3,500 -12.5% --
07/25/2012 07/25/12 Under Contract -- -- --
07/06/2012 07/06/12 For Rent $4,000 -- --
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $10,934 $944,200 $0 $944,200
2024 $9,920 $910,100 $0 $910,100
2023 $9,579 $891,900 $0 $891,900
2022 $9,609 $883,200 $0 $883,200
2021 $9,239 $865,900 $0 $865,900
2020 $8,181 $774,700 $0 $774,700
2019 $7,926 $752,000 $0 $752,000
2018 $7,881 $752,000 $0 $752,000
2017 $7,585 $716,200 $0 $716,200
2016 $7,575 $688,600 $0 $688,600
2015 $7,813 $645,200 $0 $645,200
2014 $7,436 $591,100 $0 $591,100
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Eileen Kim

    Landlord's Agent in 2024

    Eileen Kim

    RE/MAX Real Estate Center

    12 in this area

    20 Total Sales

    Eileen Kim
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  • Michael Mitchell

    Tenant's Agent in 2024

    Michael Mitchell

    Rondeau/Tierney Real Estate, LLC

    (617) 272-5155

    2 in this area

    7 Total Sales

    Michael Mitchell
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  • Adam Kotkin

    Seller's Agent in 2017

    Adam Kotkin

    Red Tree Real Estate

    (617) 694-7356

    1 in this area

    37 Total Sales

    Adam Kotkin
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  • Dillon Collins

    Buyer's Agent in 2017

    Dillon Collins

    South End Realty Group

    (413) 717-1409

    Dillon Collins
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  • William Montero

    Seller's Agent in 2012

    William Montero

    Gibson Sothebys International Realty

    (617) 312-7232

    6 Total Sales

    William Montero
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About This Building

Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73261562

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CBOS-000000-000004-000548-000100

Massachusetts Suffolk County Boston 02116 South End

285 Columbus Ave Unit 701, Boston, MA

This home is located at 285 Columbus Ave Unit 701, Boston, MA 02116 since 09 July 2024 and is currently priced at $1,009,967. This property was built in 2008. 285 Columbus Ave Unit 701 is a home located in Suffolk County with nearby schools including Kingsley Montessori School, Commonwealth School, and Cathedral High School.

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