$1,525,000

285 Columbus Ave Unit 407 Boston, MA 02116

$10,000
Closing credit¹
2 beds
2 full
1,240 sqft
0.03 acres
$1,230 / sqft
Condo

Property details

About 285 Columbus Ave Unit 407

Ideally situated on the border of the South End and Back Bay, Unit 407 at 285 Columbus is a sun-splashed, south-facing 2-bed, 2-bath condo in a boutique elevator building. A gracious entryway with a coat closet welcomes you into the front-facing open-concept kitchen, dining, and living area. The living room features a wall of windows that frame quintessential South End rooftop views, seamlessly flowing into a spacious dining area and the kitchen equipped with stainless steel appliances, and generous counter space. The primary bed offers plantation shutters, an office nook, huge custom closets, leading to an en-suite bath. A second bedroom and full bath round out this exceptional unit. Upgrades include wide-plank white oak engineered hardwood floors and a new washer/dryer. Enjoy iconic Boston vistas from the common roof deck. Convenient access to the best restaurants, shopping, public transport, and highways, with rental parking that both Back Bay and South End has to offer.

Highlights

Home typeCondominium
HeatingForced Air
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,240 sqft
Lot size0.03 Acres
Year built1925
ParkingRented
MLS #73342732
ViewCity

Summary

  • MLS Number: 73342732
  • MLS Name: MLS Property Information Network
  • Office Name: Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
  • Office Phone: (617) 266-4430
  • Listing Agent: Bell Petrini Group

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Sep 15, 2022
Home Sold
$1,351,000
Jun 17, 2008
Home Sold
$940,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$1,243,800$13,557
2023$1,219,000$13,092
2022$1,207,100$13,133
2021$1,183,500$12,628
2020$1,096,000$11,574
2019$1,063,800$11,212

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

3

Blackstone Innovation School

Public District PK-5

0.5 mi

380 Shawmut Ave

6

Josiah Quincy Elementary School

Public District PK-5

0.5 mi

885 Washington St

2

Samuel W. Mason Elementary School

Public District PK-5

1.5 mi

150 Norfolk Ave

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $66,734. The most common annual income of people living in Boston, MA is between $35k-100k. Most families are single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.

How much money do the neighbors make?

31%
<35k
33%
35k-100k
19%
100k-200k
17%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

66%
Single, No Kids
14%
Single, with Kids
14%
Married, No Kids
6%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

9%
<11 yrs old
6%
12-17 yrs old
41%
18-34 yrs old
36%
35-64 yrs old
8%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Major League Soccer (MLS)Major League Soccer (MLS)
  • Music ConcertsMusic Concerts
  • Art MuseumsArt Museums

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Banana RepublicBanana Republic
  • H&MH&M
  • BloomingdalesBloomingdales

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Jack In The BoxJack In The Box
  • ChipotleChipotle
  • StarbucksStarbucks

What do the neighbors drive?

  • ToyotaToyota
  • VolkswagenVolkswagen
  • AudiAudi

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • JazzJazz
  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
  • NewsNews
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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About 285 Columbus Ave Unit 407

This home is located at 285 Columbus Ave Unit 407 in Boston, MA and zip code 02116 in the Ellis neighborhood. This 1,240 square foot home, which was built in 1925, sits on a 0.03 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since March 7, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,525,000.

Boston, MA housing market in February 2025 saw over 51 listings sold above listed price, more than 36 sold at listed price and over 119 sold below. The inventory of homes for sale in Boston, MA between January and February 2025 increased by 11.9%. In February 2025, listings were on the market for 59 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $832,546.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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