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Off market nov 2022 for $1.4M

$1,571,759

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $9,892/mo

•

1,253

sq ft

285 Columbus Ave #708, Boston, MA 02116

About this home

An amazing location where the Back Bay meets the South End. This stunner is thoughtfully designed by sought-after Award Interior Designer Kate McCusker at Theodore & Co. This spacious, South-facing, 2 bed/2 bath unit features high ceilings, oversized windows, custom built-ins, wide-planked walnut floors, stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, spa rainfall showers, recessed lighting, fully built-out closets, bedroom plantation shutters, in-unit W/D and central AC (2 zones). Entertain in the spacious, open kitchen/living room/dining area. A huge primary bedroom features 2 large closets,& en-suite bath. The secondary room makes a perfect guest room, nursery, or office. The building features a front desk concierge, 2 elevators, a common roof deck, bike storage, & an on-site building superintendent. Close proximity to Back Bay Station,Mass Pike, Copley Pl, Prudential Ctr, John Hancock Tower,& Newbury St. Surrounded by many of the best restaurants. Rental garage parking available.

CondoProperty Type

1924Year Built

1,253 sq ftLot Size

$1,254Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 spaceParking

Listed by Eileen Kim • Compass

Bought with Eileen Kim • Compass

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•Source:MLS PIN #73042367

Redfin Estimate

$1,571,759

$102K since sold in November 2022$45K since September

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This home's estimate is 2.3% higher than the average sale price ($1.54M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD MAY 26, 2026
$1,275,000
A
2 beds2 baths1,157 sq ft
150 Chandler St #1, Boston, MA 02116
SOLD BY REDFIN AUG 3, 2026
$1,890,000
B
2 beds1.5 baths1,315 sq ft
74 Appleton St #4, Boston, MA 02116
SOLD JUL 17, 2026
$1,480,000
C
2 beds2 baths1,434 sq ft
148 Warren Ave #1, Boston, MA 02116
SOLD SEP 4, 2026
$1,363,000
D
2 beds2 baths1,291 sq ft
96 Appleton #1, Boston, MA 02116
SOLD FEB 27, 2026
$1,950,000
E
2 beds1.5 baths1,357 sq ft
63 Dartmouth St #3, Boston, MA 02116
SOLD JUL 15, 2026
$1,260,000
F
2 beds1.5 baths1,322 sq ft
37 Appleton St #1, Boston, MA 02116

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Market trends in Columbus, MA

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Balanced market

Sale-to-List Price

99.1%

+0.9% MoM

Median sale price

$1.8M

$488K MoM

Avg. days on market

48d

13 days MoM

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8 MoM

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Sale history for 285 Columbus Ave #708

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #73042367

Nov 16, 2022

Sold

$1,470,000

$1,173/sq ft

Oct 17, 2022

Contingent

—

Sep 29, 2022

Listed

$1,499,000

$1,196/sq ft

Public Records

Oct 30, 2008

Sold

$1,000,000

$798/sq ft

MLS PIN #70814004

Nov 1, 2008

Listing Removed

—

Oct 30, 2008

Sold

$1,000,000

$798/sq ft

Sep 16, 2008

Contingent

—

Sep 2, 2008

Listed

$1,035,500

$826/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$14,577 (−0.3%)

$1,357,300

2022

$14,624 (+4.0%)

$1,344,100

2021

$14,061 (+6.4%)

$1,317,800

2020

$13,211 (+3.2%)

$1,251,000

2019

$12,799 (+0.6%)

$1,214,300

2018

$12,726 (+3.9%)

$1,214,300

2017

$12,247 (+0.1%)

$1,156,500

2016

$12,232 (+2.8%)

$1,112,000

2015

$11,903 (+5.1%)

$982,900

2014

$11,327 (+2.4%)

$900,400

2013

$11,057 (+2.8%)

$841,500

2012

$10,758 (+2.0%)

$825,000

2009

$10,552

$825,000

Tax history for 285 Columbus Ave #708

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$14,577 (−0.3%)

$1,357,300

2022

$14,624 (+4.0%)

$1,344,100

2021

$14,061 (+6.4%)

$1,317,800

2020

$13,211 (+3.2%)

$1,251,000

2019

$12,799 (+0.6%)

$1,214,300

2018

$12,726 (+3.9%)

$1,214,300

2017

$12,247 (+0.1%)

$1,156,500

2016

$12,232 (+2.8%)

$1,112,000

2015

$11,903 (+5.1%)

$982,900

2014

$11,327 (+2.4%)

$900,400

2013

$11,057 (+2.8%)

$841,500

2012

$10,758 (+2.0%)

$825,000

2009

$10,552

$825,000

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Public record
Zoning

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

—

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,253

Year built

2008

Style

Condo/Co-op

County

Suffolk County

APN

4758572

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2023.

SOUTH END NEIGHBORHOOD-CC

GCOD

RESTRICTED ROOF STRUCTURE DISTRICT

RESTRICTED PARKING DISTRICT

South End Neighborhood - Community Commercial Subdistrict

There is one type of Neighborhood Business Subdistrict: Community Commercial (CC) providing a diversified commercial environment to the South End neighborhood.; The physical character and visual image of South End's commercial center is critical to its success. Appropriate signage, screening and buffering, and design guidelines, as provided in other sections of this Article, are vital to creating and reinforcing a positive image of the Neighborhood Business Subdistricts.

Zone overlays

Groundwater Conservation Overlay District
Restricted Roof Structure Overlay District In the East Boston Neighborhood District
Restricted Parking Districts

Permitted uses

Include but are not limited to:

Community / recreation center
Bank
Day care facility
General retail
Restaurant
Housing-Multiple units
Hotel / motel
Office
Death related / funeral home
Park & open space

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Off Street, Rented

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Master Bathroom Features: Yes

Basement Information
Basement: N

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: In Unit

Appliances
Other Equipment: Intercom

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 4
Flooring: Wood
Interior Features: Internet Available - Broadband, Internet Available - DSL, High Speed Internet

Exterior

Building Information
Building Name: 285 Columbus Lofts
Building Area (Total): 1,253
Construction Materials: Brick, Stone
StructureType: Mid-Rise
Stories (Total): 1
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Effective: 2008
Year Built Details: Approximate

Exterior Features
Roof: Rubber
Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Roof
Exterior Features: Deck - Roof, City View(s)

Property Information
PropertySubType: Condominium
Property AttachedYN: Yes
Entry Level: 7
Entry Location: Unit Placement(Upper,Front)
Security Features: Intercom, Concierge

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.03
ViewYN: Has View
View: City

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $14,624
Tax Year: 2022

Utilities

Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Heat Pump
Cooling: Central Air

Location

HOA Information
Association Fee: $972.89
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
Association Fee Includes: Gas, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Reserve Funds
Association Amenities: Elevator(s)

Location Information
Directions: Near the corner if Clarendon and Columbus.
UnparsedAddress: 285 Columbus Ave # 708, Boston MA 02116

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, T-Station
Pets Allowed: Yes

Public facts

Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,253
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: —
Style: Condo/Co-op
Year Built: 2008
Year Renovated: —
County: Suffolk County
APN: 4758572

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 2

Listing Information
Exclusions: Artwork Over The Living Room Couch, David Ebner Piece At End Of Hallway, And The Beatles Photograph
StandardStatus: Closed

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Around this home

Schools

Mel H King Elementary

Public 2-12 • Assigned • 0.2mi

4/10

Quincy Upper School

Public 6-12 • Assigned • 0.5mi

3/10

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

6/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 97° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

67% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

3/10 Air Factor

3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years

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Estimated sale price

$1.49M – $1.81M

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Home values near 285 Columbus Ave #708

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
285 Columbus Avenue Unit 401, Boston, MA 1 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 856 Sq. Ft.	$909,994
285 Columbus Avenue Unit 405, Boston, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1578 Sq. Ft.	$1,931,792

Address	Redfin Estimate
285 Columbus Avenue Unit 302, Boston, MA 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1131 Sq. Ft.	$1,320,139
285 Columbus Avenue Unit 208, Boston, MA 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1253 Sq. Ft.	$1,363,440

Address	Redfin Estimate
285 Columbus Avenue Unit 207, Boston, MA 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1240 Sq. Ft.	$1,442,683
285 Columbus Avenue Unit 508, Boston, MA 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1253 Sq. Ft.	$1,501,323

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