NOT LISTED FOR SALE

553 Columbus Ave Unit 1 Boston, MA 02118

South End Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,406,000 - $1,596,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,733 Sq Ft
$369/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold May 23, 2024

Last sale price $1,470,000 $848 Per Sq Ft

Est. 3% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $10,227/month

22 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Medical Services
  • 4-minute walk to Massachusetts Ave Station (Orange Line)
  • Deck
  • Open Floorplan
  • Brownstone
  • 3-minute walk to Titus Sparrow Park

About This Home

As of May 2024

Perfectly located on Columbus Avenue, this distinctive parlor and street duplex is unlike any other! Once used as a storefront, the unit features a grand wall of windows with upper transom offering stunning natural light. The main living level features an open living concept with a brand new white oak kitchen, an good sized dining area with original mantle and mirror, large windows, a good sized closet and direct access to a large private deck. The front facing living room has stately wood paneling, built-in book shelves, contemporary light fixtures, and a three quarter bath. The street level has two oversized bedrooms, both with large windows, walk in closets and a shared bathroom. A bonus room currently used as a home gym, could also be a work from home space or craft studio,. Private patio. Central AC, washer and dryer. One parking space is included. Convenient to the MBTA, as well as some of the neighborhood’s best restaurants including SRV, Mida, and Petit Robert

Last Listed By

Cathy Marotta

Gibson Sotheby's International Realty Listed on: 03/06/2024

Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $16,815

Year Built

  • Built in 1900

Lot Details

  • 1,742

HOA Fees

  • $369 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Brownstone
  • Rubber Roof
  • Stone

Interior Spaces

  • 1,733 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Wainscoting
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Picture Window
  • Exterior Basement Entry

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Trash Compactor
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • Cedar Closet
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Bathtub Includes Tile Surround

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 1 Car Parking Space
  • Stone Driveway
  • Assigned Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Enclosed patio or porch

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Electric Baseboard Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number W:04 P:02531 S:002,3390802

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include water, sewer, insurance, maintenance structure
  • 5 Units

Amenities

  • Medical Services
  • Shops

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts
  • Park
  • Jogging Path
  • Bike Trail

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$16,815

Year Built

Built in 1900

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$369 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Structure Type: Brownstone, Duplex
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Buyer Agency: 2.5
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Transaction Broker: 1
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • SUB AGENCY OFFERED: No
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Compensation Based On: Gross/Full Sale Price
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
  • Entry Location: Unit Placement(Street,Walkout,Garden)
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Trash Compactor, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: First
  • Room Bedroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full, Cedar Closet(s), Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Room Bedroom2 Area: 156
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Room Master Bedroom Features: Bathroom - Full, Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Window(s) - Picture
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: First
  • Room Master Bedroom Area: 247
  • Master Bathroom Features: No
  • Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Bathroom 1 Level: First
  • Bathroom 2 Level: Second
  • Bathroom 2 Features: Bathroom - 3/4
  • Room Dining Room Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, Wainscoting
  • Room Dining Room Level: Main,Second
  • Room Dining Room Area: 266
  • Room Kitchen Level: Second
  • Room Kitchen Area: 72
  • Laundry Features: First Floor, In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup
  • Room Living Room Level: Second
  • Room Living Room Area: 247
  • Room Living Room Features: Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Open Floorplan
  • Basement: N
  • Accessibility Features: No
  • Living Area: 1733
  • Spa YN: No
  • Stories Total: 2
  • MAIN LO: BB5918
  • LIST PRICE PER Sq Ft: 894.4
  • PRICE PER Sq Ft: 848.24
  • MAIN SO: AN4462

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Deck - Wood, Patio - Enclosed
  • Construction Materials: Stone
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Wood, Patio - Enclosed
  • Roof: Rubber
  • Waterfront YN: No
  • Waterview Flag: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage YN: No
  • Parking Features: Stone/Gravel, Exclusive Parking
  • Total Parking Spaces: 1

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air, Electric Baseboard, Natural Gas
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 369
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • UNIT BUILDING: 1
  • MANAGEMENT: Owner Association
  • ResoAssociationFeeFrequency: Monthly

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: W:04 P:02531 S:002,3390802
  • Zoning: CD
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.04
  • Lot Size Area: 0.04
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 1733
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Attached YN: Yes
  • PAGE: 0
  • OUTDOOR SPACE AVAILABLE: Yes - Private
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Annual Amount: 16815
  • Tax Book Number: 0

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units Total: 5
  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No
  • NO UNITS OWNER OCC: 4

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 6, 2024
Closed on
May 23, 2024
Sold by
Caton Steven C
Bought by
Royer Philip and Rowe Hannah
Seller's Agent
Cathy Marotta
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Barbara Wales
Engel & Volkers Newton
List Price
$1,600,000
Sold Price
$1,470,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$130,000
-8.12%
Total Days on Market
22
Views
33
Current Estimated Value
$1,507,078

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$37,078
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.50%
Original Mortgage
$1,130,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,120,267
Interest Rate
6.88%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$386,811

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 12, 1999
Sold by
Columbus Ave T and Clancy Steven E
Bought by
Caton Steven C

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$330,000
Interest Rate
7.19%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

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
Royer Philip $1,470,000 None Available
Royer Philip $1,470,000 None Available
Caton Steven C $475,000 --
Caton Steven C $475,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Royer Philip $1,130,000
Closed Royer Philip $1,130,000
Previous Owner Caton Steven C $330,000
Closed Caton Steven C $40,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/23/2024 05/23/24 Sold $1,470,000 -5.2% $848 / Sq Ft
04/14/2024 04/14/24 Off Market $1,550,000 -- --
03/29/2024 03/29/24 Pending -- -- --
03/21/2024 03/21/24 Price Changed $1,550,000 -3.1% $894 / Sq Ft
03/06/2024 03/06/24 For Sale $1,600,000 -- $923 / 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 $17,079 $1,474,900 $0 $1,474,900
2024 $17,585 $1,613,300 $0 $1,613,300
2023 $16,815 $1,565,600 $0 $1,565,600
2022 $16,222 $1,491,000 $0 $1,491,000
2021 $15,909 $1,491,000 $0 $1,491,000
2020 $16,240 $1,537,900 $0 $1,537,900
2019 $15,403 $1,461,400 $0 $1,461,400
2018 $14,450 $1,378,800 $0 $1,378,800
2017 $13,781 $1,301,300 $0 $1,301,300
2016 $12,967 $1,178,800 $0 $1,178,800
2015 $12,259 $1,012,300 $0 $1,012,300
2014 $12,130 $964,200 $0 $964,200
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73209135

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CBOS-000000-000004-002531-000002

Massachusetts Suffolk County Boston 02118 South End

553 Columbus Ave Unit 1, Boston, MA

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This home is located at 553 Columbus Ave Unit 1, Boston, MA 02118 since 06 March 2024 and is currently estimated at $1,507,078, approximately $869 per square foot. This property was built in 1900. 553 Columbus Ave Unit 1 is a home located in Suffolk County with nearby schools including Edward M. Kennedy Academy for Health Careers and Kingsley Montessori School.

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