NOT LISTED FOR SALE

298 Columbus Ave Unit 1 Boston, MA 02116

South End Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $751,869 - $936,000

1 Bed
1 Bath
836 Sq Ft
871 Sq Ft Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: May 18, 2023

Last sale price $700,000 $837 Per Sq Ft

Est. 22% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,334 / mo

Highlights

  • Marina
  • 4-minute walk to Back Bay Station
  • Property is near public transit and schools
  • Beethoven Elementary School Rated A-
  • Medical Services
  • 2-minute walk to Frieda Garcia Park

About This Home

As of May 2023

Take advantage of a wonderful open layout designed for comfort and entertaining in this stylishly updated 1 bed/1 bath home ideally located on the cusp of Boston's trendy South End and the stylish Back Bay neighborhood. Enjoy spring in the beautiful, big, fenced in private patio/garden area that was recently updated. This oversized ~840sqft bright and open home has a large updated kitchen, expansive granite counter space with abundant custom cabinets, newer appliances; dishwasher, stainless steel range & refrigerator. The spacious bedroom features a walk-in closet with in-unit washer/dryer. A tiled bath has stone counters and shower stall with a door. Hardwood floors throughout, great closet space and pet friendly! Located in the heart of the South End, just minutes from all of the neighborhoods best restaurants, shopping and entertainment. Situated just a short stroll from Back Bay Station, Copley Square and the Prudential Center, Parking avail in the area. The best of city living

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Robert Cohen

Engel & Volkers Boston Listed on: 04/27/2023

Engel & Volkers Boston

Last Buyer's Agent

Stivaletta Team

The Agency Boston

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,817

Year Built

  • Built in 1920

Lot Details

  • 871

HOA Fees

  • $139 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Rowhouse Architecture
  • Entry on the 1st floor
  • Rubber Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 836 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Intercom

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Parking

  • 1 Car Parking Space
  • Off-Street Parking
  • Rented or Permit Required

Location

  • Property is near public transit and schools

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • 2 Cooling Zones
  • 2 Heating Zones
  • Electric Baseboard Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number W:04 P:00023 S:002,4758404

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include water, sewer, insurance, ground maintenance, snow removal, reserve funds
  • 4 Units
  • Near Conservation Area

Amenities

  • Medical Services
  • Shops
  • Coin Laundry

Recreation

  • Marina
  • Park
  • Jogging Path
  • Bike Trail

Pet Policy

  • Call for details about the types of pets allowed

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,817

Year Built

Built in 1920

Lot Details

871 Sq Ft Lot

HOA Fees

$139 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Structure Type: Rowhouse
  • Year Built: 1920
  • Dual Variable: Yes
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • SUB AGENCY OFFERED: No
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Compensation Based On: Net Sale Price
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Entry Location: Unit Placement(Walkout)
  • Fireplace YN: No
  • Total Bedrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Master Bathroom Features: No
  • Basement: N
  • Living Area: 836
  • Spa YN: No
  • Stories Total: 1
  • MAIN LO: AN2593
  • MAIN SO: AN2383

Exterior Features

  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Roof: Rubber
  • Waterfront YN: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage YN: No
  • Parking Features: Off Street, Rented
  • Total Parking Spaces: 1

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Window Unit(s)
  • Heating: Electric Baseboard
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Security Features: Intercom
  • Water Source: Public
  • HEAT ZONES: 2
  • COOLING ZONES: 2

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 139
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association YN: Yes
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • MANAGEMENT: Owner Association
  • ResoAssociationFeeFrequency: Monthly

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Reserve Funds

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: W:04 P:00023 S:002,4758404
  • Zoning: CD
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.02
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 836
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Yes w/ Restrictions

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Annual Amount: 5817

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units Total: 4
  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 27, 2023
Closed on
May 17, 2023
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Robert Cohen
Engel & Volkers Boston
Buyer's Agent
Stivaletta Team
The Agency Boston
List Price
$720,000
Sold Price
$700,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$20,000
-2.78%
Views
26
Current Estimated Value
$852,967

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$152,967
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.43%
Original Mortgage
$468,000
Interest Rate
0.0628%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 18, 2011
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 12, 1999
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 19, 1996
Sold by
Bought by
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

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$700,000 None Available
$3,873 --
$208,200 --
$154,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open $468,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
05/18/2023 05/18/23 Sold $700,000 -2.8% $837 / Sq Ft
04/28/2023 04/28/23 Pending -- -- --
04/27/2023 04/27/23 For Sale $720,000 0.0% $861 / Sq Ft
06/13/2019 06/13/19 Rented $2,700 0.0% --
06/11/2019 06/11/19 Under Contract -- -- --
06/06/2019 06/06/19 For Rent $2,700 +12.5% --
01/10/2015 01/10/15 Rented $2,400 0.0% --
01/10/2015 01/10/15 For Rent $2,400 0.0% --
07/24/2014 07/24/14 Rented $2,400 0.0% --
07/24/2014 07/24/14 For Rent $2,400 -- --
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

Tax History

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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 $6,720 $580,300 $0 $580,300
2024 $6,083 $558,100 $0 $558,100
2023 $5,817 $541,600 $0 $541,600
2022 $5,612 $515,800 $0 $515,800
2021 $5,504 $515,800 $0 $515,800
2020 $5,869 $555,800 $0 $555,800
2019 $5,688 $539,700 $0 $539,700
2018 $5,336 $509,200 $0 $509,200
2017 $5,088 $480,500 $0 $480,500
2016 $5,082 $462,000 $0 $462,000
2015 $4,915 $405,900 $0 $405,900
2014 $4,686 $372,500 $0 $372,500
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Robert Cohen

    Seller's Agent in 2023

    Robert Cohen

    Engel & Volkers Boston

    (617) 962-0142

    11 in this area

    65 Total Sales

    Robert Cohen
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    Buyer's Agent in 2023

    Stivaletta Team

    The Agency Boston

  • Zachary Friedman

    Seller's Agent in 2019

    Zachary Friedman

    Compass

    (617) 877-0582

    4 in this area

    33 Total Sales

    Zachary Friedman
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  • Cassie Comstock

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2019

    Cassie Comstock

    Compass

    (857) 230-0380

    14 in this area

    45 Total Sales

    Cassie Comstock
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  • Dino Confalone

    Buyer's Agent in 2015

    Dino Confalone

    Gibson Sothebys International Realty

    (617) 803-5007

    1 in this area

    97 Total Sales

    Dino Confalone
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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73103843

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CBOS-000000-000004-000023-000002

Massachusetts Suffolk County Boston 02116 South End

298 Columbus Ave Unit 1, Boston, MA

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