NOT LISTED FOR SALE

285 Columbus Ave, Unit 703 Boston, MA 02116

South End Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,187,000 - $1,324,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,011 Sq Ft
871 Sq Ft Lot

Last Sold May 11, 2012

Last sale price $750,000 $742 Per Sq Ft

Est. 68% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $7,701/month

391 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Medical Services
  • 3-minute walk to Back Bay Station
  • Wood Flooring
  • Deck
  • Property is near public transit
  • 1-minute walk to Frieda Garcia Park

About This Home

As of May 2012

Totally renovated in 2008 this luxury loft style 2 bedroom, 2 bath is conveniently located in the Back Bay. This unit has an open living area with sensational views of the Prudential Center and the John Hancock Tower. Bedrooms are spaced apart and have their own beautifully appointed bathrooms. Closets have all been customized for best efficiency. 285 Columbus Avenue offers a common roofdeck, garage parking, elevator and concierge. Walking distance to everything in Boston!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Paul Whaley

Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston License #449502956 Listed on: 04/01/2011

Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston

Co-Listed By

Charlie Ring

Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston

Last Buyer's Agent

Daniel Tully

Symphony Properties

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,931

Year Built

  • Built in 1924

Lot Details

  • 871

Parking

  • 1 Car Garage
  • Leased Parking

Home Design

  • Entry on the 7th floor
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Rubber Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,011 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Wood Flooring

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • 2 Cooling Zones
  • 2 Heating Zones

Additional Features

  • Level Entry For Accessibility
  • Deck
  • Property is near public transit

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number W:04 P:00548 S:104,4758562

Community Details

Overview

  • Property has a Home Owners Association
  • Association fees include heat, water, sewer, insurance, maintenance structure, snow removal, trash, air conditioning
  • 63 Units
  • Mid-Rise Condominium
  • 285 Columbus Lofts Condominium Community

Amenities

  • Medical Services
  • Shops
  • Elevator

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,931

Year Built

Built in 1924

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Structure Type: Mid-Rise
  • Year Built: 1924
  • Buyer Agency: 2.5
  • Buyer Agency Type: %
  • Entry Level: 7
  • Transaction Broker: 1.0
  • Transaction Broker Type: %
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • SUB AGENCY OFFERED: No
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Wood
  • Entry Location: Unit Placement(Upper)
  • Fireplace YN: No
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Room Bedroom2 Area: 110
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Room Master Bedroom Area: 252
  • Master Bathroom Features: Yes
  • Room Living Room Area: 323
  • Accessibility Features: Accessible Entrance
  • Living Area: 1011
  • Stories Total: 1
  • MAIN LO: an6181
  • LIST PRICE PER Sq Ft: 770.52
  • PRICE PER Sq Ft: 741.84
  • MAIN SO: NB9095

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Roof + Access Rights
  • Roof: Rubber
  • Waterfront YN: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 1
  • Garage YN: Yes
  • Parking Features: Leased
  • Total Parking Spaces: 1

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public, City/Town Water
  • HEAT ZONES: 2
  • COOLING ZONES: 2

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Amenities: Elevator(s)
  • Association Fee: 783
  • Association YN: Yes
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Medical Facility, Highway Access, T-Station
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • UNIT BUILDING: 703
  • MANAGEMENT: Professional - Off Site

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Heat, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Snow Removal, Trash, Air Conditioning

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: W:04 P:00548 S:104,4758562
  • Zoning: res
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.02
  • Lot Size Area: 0.02
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 871.2
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Attached YN: Yes
  • LOT SIZE: 1011
  • PAGE: 227

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2012
  • Tax Annual Amount: 6930.82
  • Tax Book Number: 43623

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units Total: 63
  • NO UNITS OWNER OCC: 56

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 10, 2023
Sold by
Miller Aaron and Zuckerman Marc J
Bought by
Hyun Kun S and Hyun Sung Z
Current Estimated Value
$1,260,205

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 3, 2008
Sold by
285 Columbus Avenue Ll and 285 Columbus Lofts
Bought by
Conway Juliene J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$417,000
Interest Rate
5.91%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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
Hyun Kun S $1,120,000 None Available
Conway Juliene J $800,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Conway Juliene J $417,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
05/11/2012 05/11/12 Sold $750,000 -3.7% $742 / Sq Ft
04/26/2012 04/26/12 Pending -- -- --
03/27/2012 03/27/12 Price Changed $779,000 -2.5% $771 / Sq Ft
02/07/2012 02/07/12 Price Changed $799,000 -6.0% $790 / Sq Ft
04/01/2011 04/01/11 For Sale $849,900 -- $841 / Sq Ft
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 $13,099 $1,131,200 $0 $1,131,200
2024 $11,885 $1,090,400 $0 $1,090,400
2023 $11,477 $1,068,600 $0 $1,068,600
2022 $11,513 $1,058,200 $0 $1,058,200
2021 $11,070 $1,037,500 $0 $1,037,500
2020 $9,650 $913,800 $0 $913,800
2019 $9,349 $887,000 $0 $887,000
2018 $9,296 $887,000 $0 $887,000
2017 $8,945 $844,700 $0 $844,700
2016 $8,935 $812,300 $0 $812,300
2015 $9,305 $768,400 $0 $768,400
2014 $8,856 $704,000 $0 $704,000
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Paul Whaley

    Seller's Agent in 2012

    Paul Whaley

    Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston

    (617) 460-4238

    86 in this area

    324 Total Sales

    Paul Whaley
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  • Charlie Ring

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2012

    Charlie Ring

    Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston

    (617) 699-2597

    1 Total Sale

    Charlie Ring
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  • Daniel Tully

    Buyer's Agent in 2012

    Daniel Tully

    Symphony Properties

    (617) 448-9783

    86 Total Sales

    Daniel Tully
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About This Building

Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 71208914

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CBOS-000000-000004-000548-000104

Massachusetts Suffolk County Boston 02116 South End

285 Columbus Ave Unit 703, Boston, MA

This home is located at 285 Columbus Ave Unit 703, Boston, MA 02116 since 01 April 2011 and is currently estimated at $1,260,205, approximately $1,246 per square foot. This property was built in 1924. 285 Columbus Ave Unit 703 is a home located in Suffolk County with nearby schools including Kingsley Montessori School, Commonwealth School, and Cathedral High School.

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