$940,000 - $1,076,000
RENTED JUN 10, 2025

496 Columbus Ave Unit 3 Boston, MA 02118

South End Neighborhood
2 Beds
1 Bath
781 Sq Ft
871 Sq Ft Lot

Last Sold October 15, 2021

Last sale price $847,000 $1,085 Per Sq Ft

Est. 15% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $6,011/month

Highlights

  • Medical Services
  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom
  • Tennis Courts
  • Property is near public transit
  • 1 Fireplace
  • 1-minute walk to Titus Sparrow Park

About This Home

As of June 2025

Ideally located at the corner of Columbus Ave and picturesque Rutland Sq, this beautifully appointed 2-bedroom condo offers the perfect blend of historic charm and modern living. The open-concept layout showcases exquisite period details, including intricate crown moldings, soaring ceilings with plaster touches, a grand bow window with interior shutters, hardwood floors, and original woodwork throughout. A bright and spacious living room with decorative marble fireplace flows seamlessly into the dining area - perfect for entertaining. The kitchen features granite countertops, dishwasher, and bar seating open to the living spaces. The serene primary bedroom boasts ample storage with a walk-in closet, additional overhead storage, and direct access to the private balcony overlooking tree-lined Rutland Sq. The 2nd bedroom is an ideal guest room/office/gym and includes the in-unit washer/dryer. A modern full bath with tiled tub/shower completes this space. First showings 6/8 9:30-10:30am.

Last Agent to Rent the Property

The Collective

Compass Listed on: 06/07/2025

Compass

Co-Listed By

Kevin Gehl

Compass

Last Renter's Agent

The Collective

Compass Listed on: 06/07/2025

Compass

Condo Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $9,731

Year Built

  • Built in 1900

Lot Details

  • 871

Home Design

  • Entry on the 1st floor

Interior Spaces

  • 781 Sq Ft Home
  • 1 Fireplace

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry in unit
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Electric Baseboard Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Security Deposit $4,300
  • Property Available on 8/1/25
  • Rent includes water
  • 12 Month Lease Term
  • Assessor Parcel Number W:04 P:02692 S:006,3391080

Community Details

Overview

  • Property has a Home Owners Association

Amenities

  • Medical Services
  • Shops

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts
  • Park
  • Jogging Path
  • Bike Trail

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Condo Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$9,731

Year Built

Built in 1900

Lot Details

0

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Available Date: 2025-08-01
  • 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: 4300

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential Lease
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Entry Level: 1
  • CoOp Comp: 50/50
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: First
  • Room Bedroom2 Area: 88.888888
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: First
  • Room Master Bedroom Area: 187.527777
  • Bathroom 1 Area: 37.5
  • Bathroom 1 Level: First
  • Room Dining Room Level: First
  • Room Dining Room Area: 120.763888
  • Room Kitchen Level: First
  • Room Kitchen Area: 84.166666
  • Laundry Features: In Unit
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Area: 234.263888
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 781
  • Living Area: 781
  • Spa YN: No
  • MAIN LO: AN2383
  • LIST PRICE PER Sq Ft: 5.51
  • PRICE PER Sq Ft: 6.79
  • MAIN SO: AN2383

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Balcony
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Waterfront YN: No
  • Waterview Flag: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage YN: No

Utilities

  • Heating: Electric Baseboard
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating YN: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association YN: Yes
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, House of Worship, Public School, University
  • Rent Includes: Water
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • UNIT BUILDING: 3

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: W:04 P:02692 S:006,3391080
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 999
  • Lot Size Units: Acres

Multi Family

  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 1, 2021
Closed on
Oct 15, 2021
Sold by
Guy Mary
Bought by
Safizadeh Pegah
Seller's Agent
Barbara Spears
South End Realty Group
Buyer's Agent
The Collective
Compass
List Price
$829,000
Sold Price
$847,000
Premium/Discount to List
$18,000
2.17%
Current Estimated Value
$977,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$130,000
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.64%
Original Mortgage
$719,950
Outstanding Balance
$656,527
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$320,473

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 5, 1996
Sold by
Austin Christopher P and Austin Judy R
Bought by
Guy Mary

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$145,600
Interest Rate
7.89%
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
Safizadeh Pegah $847,000 None Available
Guy Mary $186,800 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Safizadeh Pegah $719,950
Previous Owner Guy Mary $145,600
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
06/10/2025 06/10/25 Rented $5,300 +23.3% --
06/10/2025 06/10/25 Under Contract -- -- --
06/07/2025 06/07/25 For Rent $4,300 0.0% --
10/15/2021 10/15/21 Sold $847,000 +2.2% $1,113 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
09/07/2021 09/07/21 Pending -- -- --
09/01/2021 09/01/21 For Sale $829,000 -- $1,089 / 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 $9,731 $840,300 $0 $840,300
2024 $8,850 $811,900 $0 $811,900
2023 $8,461 $787,800 $0 $787,800
2022 $7,957 $731,300 $0 $731,300
2021 $7,803 $731,300 $0 $731,300
2020 $7,168 $678,800 $0 $678,800
2019 $6,945 $658,900 $0 $658,900
2018 $6,282 $599,400 $0 $599,400
2017 $5,991 $565,700 $0 $565,700
2016 $5,983 $543,900 $0 $543,900
2015 $6,038 $498,600 $0 $498,600
2014 $6,090 $484,100 $0 $484,100
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • T

    Landlord's Agent in 2025

    The Collective

    Compass

    (617) 807-0853

    10 in this area

    143 Total Sales

    The Collective
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  • Lara Shuqom

    Landlord's Co-Listing Agent in 2025

    Lara Shuqom

    Compass

    (678) 549-5357

    2 in this area

    11 Total Sales

    Lara Shuqom
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  • K

    Landlord's Co-Listing Agent in 2025

    Kevin Gehl

    Compass

    (925) 548-2726

    4 Total Sales

    Kevin Gehl
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  • B

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Barbara Spears

    South End Realty Group

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73387356

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CBOS-000000-000004-002692-000006

Massachusetts Suffolk County Boston 02116 South End

496 Columbus Ave Unit 3, Boston, MA

This home is located at 496 Columbus Ave Unit 3, Boston, MA 02118 since 07 June 2025 and is currently priced at $977,000. This property was built in 1900. 496 Columbus Ave Unit 3 is a home located in Suffolk County with nearby schools including Edward M. Kennedy Academy for Health Careers, Kingsley Montessori School, and Cathedral High School.

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