NOT LISTED FOR SALE

521 Columbus Ave Unit 5 Boston, MA 02118

South End Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $725,000 - $864,346

2 Beds
1 Bath
690 Sq Ft
697 Sq Ft Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: April 17, 2024

Last sale price $789,000 $1,143 Per Sq Ft

Est. 1% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,408 / mo

25 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Medical Services
  • 5-minute walk to Massachusetts Ave Station (Orange Line)
  • Property is near public transit and schools
  • Beethoven Elementary School Rated A-
  • Brownstone
  • 2-minute walk to Titus Sparrow Park

About This Home

As of April 2024

SELLERS OFFERING A $10,000 CLOSING COST CREDIT TO BUYERS. Beautifully renovated professionally-managed 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom condo in the heart of Boston's South End! The first thing you notice when you step into this upper-floor unit is the abundance of natural light filling the open-concept living room/dining room/kitchen which is perfect for entertaining. The renovated kitchen is stocked with upgraded stainless steel appliances and granite countertops. Both the generously sized primary bedroom as well as the second bedroom feature great closet space and pleasantly surprising views. The recently renovated bathroom is highlighted by a fully tiled marble shower. The common laundry for the building is located in the basement. Located within 0.5 miles of the Prudential Center, Back Bay T-Station, Southwest Corridor Park, as well as all of the amazing shopping, cafes, and bars on Tremont Street.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

John Clancy

Mabel Real Estate Listed on: 02/14/2024

Last Buyer's Agent

Owen Toland

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate

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Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,622

Year Built

  • Built in 1850

Lot Details

  • 697

HOA Fees

  • $296 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Brownstone
  • Entry on the 4th floor
  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

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

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Parking

  • On-Street Parking
  • Open Parking

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Electric Baseboard Heater

Additional Features

  • Two or More Common Walls
  • Property is near public transit and schools

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 4276838

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include water, sewer, insurance
  • 6 Units

Amenities

  • Medical Services
  • Shops
  • Coin Laundry

Recreation

  • Park

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,622

Year Built

Built in 1850

Lot Details

697 Sq Ft Lot

HOA Fees

$296 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Structure Type: Brownstone
  • Year Built: 1850
  • Entry Level: 4
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • SUB AGENCY OFFERED: No
  • Compensation Based On: Net Sale Price
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Entry Location: Unit Placement(Upper)
  • Fireplace YN: No
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Laundry Features: Common Area, In Building
  • Basement: N
  • Living Area: 690
  • Spa YN: No
  • Stories Total: 1
  • MAIN LO: AN6073
  • MAIN SO: AN6527

Exterior Features

  • Common Walls: 2+ Common Walls
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Waterfront YN: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage YN: No
  • Open Parking YN: Yes
  • Parking Features: On Street

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Amenities: Laundry
  • Association Fee: 296.08
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • MANAGEMENT: Professional - Off Site
  • ResoAssociationFeeFrequency: Monthly

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Sewer, Insurance

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 4276838
  • Zoning: RES
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • OUTDOOR SPACE AVAILABLE: No
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Annual Amount: 7622

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units Total: 6
  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 14, 2024
Closed on
Apr 17, 2024
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
John Clancy
Mabel Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Owen Toland
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate
List Price
$825,000
Sold Price
$789,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$36,000
-4.36%
Views
64
Current Estimated Value
$797,087

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$8,087
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.44%
Original Mortgage
$552,300
Outstanding Balance
$539,343
Interest Rate
6.88%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$257,744

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 26, 2019
Closed on
May 23, 2019
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Miller & Co.
Compass
Buyer's Agent
John Clancy
Mabel Real Estate
List Price
$759,000
Sold Price
$733,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$26,000
-3.43%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.52%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 14, 2010
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 9, 2007
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 8, 2004
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 24, 2002
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 1, 1999
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 24, 1997
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 1, 1989
Sold by
Bought by
Source: Public Records

Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$789,000 None Available
$733,000 --
$390,000 --
-- --
$430,000 --
$340,400 --
$232,500 --
$139,500 --
$115,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open $552,300
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
04/17/2024 04/17/24 Sold $789,000 -3.2% $1,143 / Sq Ft
03/11/2024 03/11/24 Pending -- -- --
02/29/2024 02/29/24 Price Changed $815,000 -1.2% $1,181 / Sq Ft
02/14/2024 02/14/24 For Sale $825,000 +12.6% $1,196 / Sq Ft
06/03/2019 06/03/19 Sold $733,000 -0.8% $1,062 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
03/24/2019 03/24/19 Pending -- -- --
03/14/2019 03/14/19 Price Changed $739,000 -2.6% $1,071 / Sq Ft
02/26/2019 02/26/19 For Sale $759,000 0.0% $1,100 / Sq Ft
02/20/2017 02/20/17 Rented $2,700 0.0% --
02/13/2017 02/13/17 Under Contract -- -- --
02/03/2017 02/03/17 For Rent $2,700 -- --
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 $8,766 $757,000 $0 $757,000
2024 $7,971 $731,300 $0 $731,300
2023 $7,622 $709,700 $0 $709,700
2022 $7,354 $675,900 $0 $675,900
2021 $7,212 $675,900 $0 $675,900
2020 $6,387 $604,800 $0 $604,800
2019 $6,056 $574,600 $0 $574,600
2018 $5,682 $542,200 $0 $542,200
2017 $5,419 $511,700 $0 $511,700
2016 $5,412 $492,000 $0 $492,000
2015 $5,412 $446,900 $0 $446,900
2014 $5,160 $410,200 $0 $410,200
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73202166

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CBOS-000000-000004-002481-000010

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