NOT LISTED FOR SALE

308 Columbus Ave Unit 4 Boston, MA 02116

South End Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,446,000 - $1,571,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,229 Sq Ft
$428/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold July 06, 2021

Last sale price $1,320,000 $1,074 Per Sq Ft

Est. 14% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $10,187/month

5 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • 4-minute walk to Back Bay Station
  • 3-minute walk to Frieda Garcia Park
  • Central Air

About This Home

As of July 2021

This spacious penthouse duplex offers the private outdoor oasis you have been waiting for all year! Supreme location for walking, biking and commuting either by highway or MBTA. Convenient entry (up 2 flights from street) has space for mudroom or windowed home office. Sunny primary suite on this level offers high ceilings, bay window, hardwood floors, en-suite bath, walk-in closet and washer/dryer. Penthouse level includes open kitchen/living area with 4 large windows, recessed lighting and white washed brick wall. Kitchen has granite countertops and stainless steel appliances. Full sized separate dining area is great for entertaining (or a WFH/exercise space!). A large 2nd bedroom & 2nd full bath with massive jacuzzi tub complete this floor. Enjoy private roof deck (accessed via hatch/spiral staircase) with stunning Back Bay views. Location, outdoor space & square footage combine to make this the perfect city home. Limited appointments available on Saturday, public open house Sunday.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Melanie Olinto

Compass Listed on: 04/07/2021

Compass

Co-Listed By

Cassie Comstock

Compass

Last Buyer's Agent

Toni Gilardi

Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $15,413

Year Built

  • Built in 1880

Lot Details

  • 1,307

HOA Fees

  • $428 per month

Kitchen

  • Range Hood
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher

Laundry

  • Laundry in unit
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heat Pump System
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Wood Flooring
  • Year Round Access
  • Basement

Community Details

  • Pets Allowed

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number W:04 P:00019 S:022

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$15,413

Year Built

Built in 1880

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$428 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Condominium/Co-Op
  • CC Type: Condo
  • Style: Rowhouse
  • Other Agent: 1.00
  • Sub-Agency Relationship Offered: Yes
  • Year Built Description: Actual
  • List Price Per Sq Ft: 991.86
  • Comp Based On: Gross/Full Sale Price
  • Year Built: 1880
  • Lead Paint: Unknown
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Unit Building: 4
  • Unit Level: 4
  • Unit Placement: Top/Penthouse
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Year Built: 1880

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Cable Available
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Vent Hood
  • No Bedrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Primary Bathroom: Yes
  • No Rooms: 5
  • Laundry Features: In Unit
  • Basement: Y
  • No Living Levels: 2
  • Main Lo: AN2383
  • Main So: BB5918
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 1229.00

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Brick
  • Roof Material: Rubber
  • Exterior: Brick
  • Insulation Feature: Full
  • Exterior Unit Features: Deck - Roof

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Feature: On Street Permit

Utilities

  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: City/Town Water
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Heat Pump, Electric

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Fee Interval: Monthly
  • Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Highway Access, T-Station
  • HOA Fees: 428.48
  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Master Insurance, Snow Removal, Extra Storage, Management Fee
  • Condo Association: Yes
  • Association Security: Intercom
  • Management: Professional - Off Site

Lot Info

  • Assessments: 987800.00
  • Acre: 0.03
  • Lot Size: 1229.00
  • Page: 151
  • Parcel Number: W:04 P:00019 S:022
  • Zoning: RES

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Yes

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 10431.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 3352404
  • Tax Year: 2020

Multi Family

  • No Units: 19
  • No Units Owner Occ: 8

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 7, 2021
Closed on
Jul 6, 2021
Sold by
Amouyal Philippe and Amouyal Robin
Bought by
Bauer Selena
Seller's Agent
Melanie Olinto
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Toni Gilardi
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$1,219,000
Sold Price
$1,320,000
Premium/Discount to List
$101,000
8.29%
Total Days on Market
5
Current Estimated Value
$1,509,772

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$189,772
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.58%
Original Mortgage
$870,000
Outstanding Balance
$797,896
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$716,701

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 27, 2011
Sold by
Dutton Garrett
Bought by
Amouyal Philippe and Amouyal Robin

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 5, 2007
Sold by
Brooks Douglas S
Bought by
Dutton Garrett

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$420,000
Interest Rate
6.24%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 28, 2003
Sold by
Hancock John D
Bought by
Brooks Douglas S

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 28, 1997
Sold by
Abrams Ross M
Bought by
Hancock John D

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 17, 1993
Sold by
Goldman Pamela B
Bought by
Abrams Ross M

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 13, 1987
Sold by
Ciraulo Richard J
Bought by
Goldman Pamela B
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Bauer Selena $1,320,000 None Available
Amouyal Philippe $750,000 --
Dutton Garrett $570,000 --
Brooks Douglas S $495,000 --
Hancock John D $260,000 --
Abrams Ross M $161,000 --
Goldman Pamela B $250,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Bauer Selena $870,000
Previous Owner Dutton Garrett $420,000
Previous Owner Goldman Pamela B $395,500
Previous Owner Goldman Pamela B $50,000
Previous Owner Goldman Pamela B $297,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/06/2021 07/06/21 Sold $1,320,000 +8.3% $1,074 / Sq Ft
04/12/2021 04/12/21 Pending -- -- --
04/07/2021 04/07/21 For Sale $1,219,000 0.0% $992 / Sq Ft
09/01/2020 09/01/20 Rented $4,800 0.0% --
08/12/2020 08/12/20 Under Contract -- -- --
08/02/2020 08/02/20 Price Changed $4,800 -4.0% $4 / Sq Ft
07/28/2020 07/28/20 For Rent $5,000 +4.2% --
08/11/2017 08/11/17 Rented $4,800 -1.0% --
07/07/2017 07/07/17 Under Contract -- -- --
06/01/2017 06/01/17 For Rent $4,850 +7.8% --
04/26/2014 04/26/14 Rented $4,500 0.0% --
04/26/2014 04/26/14 For Rent $4,500 +7.1% --
07/16/2012 07/16/12 Rented $4,200 0.0% --
07/16/2012 07/16/12 For Rent $4,200 -- --
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 $15,413 $1,331,000 $0 $1,331,000
2024 $14,017 $1,286,000 $0 $1,286,000
2023 $13,404 $1,248,000 $0 $1,248,000
2022 $12,932 $1,188,600 $0 $1,188,600
2021 $10,744 $1,006,900 $0 $1,006,900
2020 $10,431 $987,800 $0 $987,800
2019 $10,109 $959,100 $0 $959,100
2018 $9,483 $904,900 $0 $904,900
2017 $9,044 $854,000 $0 $854,000
2016 $9,032 $821,100 $0 $821,100
2015 $8,531 $704,500 $0 $704,500
2014 $8,133 $646,500 $0 $646,500
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 72810071

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CBOS-000000-000004-000019-000022