488 Columbus Ave Unit 5 Boston, MA 02118
South End Neighborhood
2
Beds
1
Bath
785
Sq Ft
871
Sq Ft Lot
About This Home
As of July 2023This South End two-bedroom home enjoys unmatched light exposure with Southwest corner orientation. Better yet, commanding Back Bay views stretch out through all of the living room and kitchen windows. Located in Columbus Avenue's 'Coke Bottle Building' and across from Titus Sparrow Park, this condo is rare with high ceilings, a period fire place and a wide building foot print. The open kitchen has a breakfast bar, room for stools, pantry and excellent cabinet space. The living space is welcoming and has flexible furniture lay-out's. The bathroom has a vessel sink and excellent storage space in the vanity and built-in's. Residents enjoy the architectural charm of a rear bow in the master bedroom allowing extra furniture and views on to Rutland Square. The walk-in closet in the master bedroom is a hard to find amenity in the single-floor homes. The second bedroom is a perfect guest room and has access to a private rear deck. Enjoy the evening drinks as we head into the Fall season.
Property Details
Home Type
Condominium
Est. Annual Taxes
$9,955
Year Built
1890
Lot Details
0
Listing Details
- Unit Level: 3
- Unit Placement: Upper
- Property Type: Condominium/Co-Op
- CC Type: Condo
- Style: Townhouse
- Lead Paint: Unknown
- Year Round: Yes
- Year Built Description: Approximate
- Special Features: None
- Property Sub Type: Condos
- Year Built: 1890
Interior Features
- Has Basement: No
- Fireplaces: 1
- Number of Rooms: 3
- Flooring: Wood
- No Bedrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- No Living Levels: 1
- Main Lo: K95001
- Main So: BB6013
Exterior Features
- Construction: Brick
- Exterior: Brick
- Exterior Unit Features: Deck
Garage/Parking
- Parking Spaces: 0
Utilities
- Heat Zones: 3
- Hot Water: Electric
- Sewer: City/Town Sewer
- Water: City/Town Water
Condo/Co-op/Association
- Association Fee Includes: Water, Sewer, Master Insurance, Snow Removal
- Association Security: Intercom
- Management: Owner Association
- Pets Allowed: Yes
- No Units: 6
- Unit Building: 5
Fee Information
- Fee Interval: Monthly
Lot Info
- Zoning: Res
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 20, 2023
Closed on
Jul 31, 2023
Sold by
E Goodick Rt and Goodick
Bought by
Lattanzio Douglas
Seller's Agent
Paul Whaley
Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
Buyer's Agent
Jamie Gaines
Compass
List Price
$999,000
Sold Price
$1,035,000
Premium/Discount to List
$36,000
3.6%
Views
54
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$7,795
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-1.26%
Original Mortgage
$776,250
Outstanding Balance
$759,705
Interest Rate
6.69%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$249,465
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 20, 2023
Closed on
Jul 21, 2023
Sold by
Goodick Richard and Goodick Eileen
Bought by
E Goodick Rt and Goodick
Seller's Agent
Paul Whaley
Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
Buyer's Agent
Jamie Gaines
Compass
List Price
$999,000
Sold Price
$1,035,000
Premium/Discount to List
$36,000
3.6%
Views
54
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$776,250
Outstanding Balance
$759,705
Interest Rate
6.69%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$249,465
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 18, 2008
Sold by
Cooke Lauren
Bought by
Silva Claudia
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$400,000
Interest Rate
6.02%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Condominium Deed | $1,035,000 | None Available | |
| Condominium Deed | -- | None Available | |
| Deed | $502,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $776,250 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $600,000 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM | |
| Previous Owner | $366,750 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $384,700 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $400,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/31/2023 07/31/23 | Sold | $1,035,000 | +3.6% | $1,318 / Sq Ft |
| 06/22/2023 06/22/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/20/2023 06/20/23 | For Sale | $999,000 | +11.0% | $1,273 / Sq Ft |
| 10/31/2017 10/31/17 | Sold | $899,700 | +0.1% | $1,146 / Sq Ft |
| 10/02/2017 10/02/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/26/2017 09/26/17 | For Sale | $899,000 | -- | $1,145 / Sq Ft |
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $9,955 | $859,700 | $0 | $859,700 |
| 2024 | $8,773 | $804,900 | $0 | $804,900 |
| 2023 | $8,389 | $781,100 | $0 | $781,100 |
| 2022 | $8,094 | $743,900 | $0 | $743,900 |
| 2021 | $7,937 | $743,900 | $0 | $743,900 |
| 2020 | $7,916 | $749,600 | $0 | $749,600 |
| 2019 | $7,671 | $727,800 | $0 | $727,800 |
| 2018 | $6,876 | $656,100 | $0 | $656,100 |
| 2017 | $6,557 | $619,200 | $0 | $619,200 |
| 2016 | $6,549 | $595,400 | $0 | $595,400 |
| 2015 | $7,184 | $593,200 | $0 | $593,200 |
| 2014 | $6,701 | $532,700 | $0 | $532,700 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Paul Whaley
Seller's Agent in 2023
Paul Whaley
Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
(617) 460-4238
97 in this area
331 Total Sales
-
Jamie Gaines
Buyer's Agent in 2023
Jamie Gaines
Compass
(617) 595-6961
25 in this area
76 Total Sales
-
Corey Morris
Buyer's Agent in 2017
Corey Morris
Keller Williams Realty Signature Properties
(508) 933-1951
40 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 72234594
APN: CBOS-000000-000004-002760-000010
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