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285 Columbus Ave Boston, MA 02116

7 Days on Boston Pads
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$1,499,000
2 Beds
2 Baths
1180 SQFT
0.03 Acre
$1,071 HOA
285 Columbus Ave
Boston, MA 02116

Property Description

This bright and inviting South-facing luxury condo offers a rare chance to own an upper-floor unit at 285 Columbus, blending coastal design with the vibrancy of Boston. The 2 bed/2 bath residence boasts panoramic views of the historic South End, featuring high ceilings, oversized windows, and beautiful hardwood floors throughout. Modern conveniences include an in-unit washer & dryer, high-end appliances, and a master suite with a walk-in closet. Experience sun-filled, open concept living with a versatile floor plan, perfect for both relaxation and entertaining. The professionally managed, non-smoking building with a concierge and 2 elevators offers additional amenities such as an exceptional common roof deck and organized bike storage room. Enjoy close proximity to Back Bay Station, Copley Place, Prudential Center, Newbury Street, and CVS, making this the ideal home for sophisticated urban living with a touch of coastal elegance. Rental parking next door.

Property Overview

Property Details click or tap to expand

Kitchen, Dining, and Appliances

  • Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Vent Hood, Wall Oven, Washer

Bedrooms

  • Bedrooms: 2

Other Rooms

  • Total Rooms: 4

Bathrooms

  • Full Baths: 2
  • Master Bath: 1

Amenities

  • Amenities: Medical Facility, Park, Public Transportation, Shopping, T-Station
  • Association Fee Includes: Air Conditioning, Elevator, Heat, Landscaping, Master Insurance, Refuse Removal, Reserve Funds, Sewer, Snow Removal, Water

Utilities

  • Heating: Common, Heat Pump, Steam
  • Heat Zones: 2
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling Zones: 2
  • Utility Connections: for Electric Dryer, for Electric Oven, for Electric Range, Icemaker Connection
  • Water: City/Town Water, Private
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer, Private

Unit Features

  • Square Feet: 1180
  • Unit Building: 706
  • Unit Level: 7
  • Unit Placement: Upper
  • Interior Features: Internet Available - Unknown
  • Security: Concierge
  • Floors: 1
  • Pets Allowed: No
  • Accessability Features: Yes

Condo Complex Information

  • Condo Type: Condo
  • Complex Complete: U
  • Year Converted: 2008
  • Number of Units: 63
  • Elevator: Yes
  • Condo Association: U
  • HOA Fee: $1,071
  • Fee Interval: Monthly
  • Management: Professional - Off Site

Construction

  • Year Built: 1924
  • Style: Mid-Rise, Other (See Remarks), Split Entry
  • Flooring Type: Engineered Hardwood
  • Lead Paint: Unknown
  • Warranty: No

Garage & Parking

  • Garage Parking: Detached
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Assigned, Rented

Exterior & Grounds

  • Exterior Features: Deck - Roof
  • Pool: No

Other Information

  • MLS ID# 73292216
  • Last Updated: 09/26/24
  • Documents on File: 21E Certificate, Aerial Photo, Arch Drawings, Association Financial Statements, Certificate of Insurance, Feasibility Study, Land Survey, Legal Description, Master Deed, Perc Test, Rules & Regs, Site Plan, Soil Survey, Topographical Map, Unit Deed

Property History click or tap to expand

Date Event Price Price/Sq Ft Source
09/23/2024Active$1,499,000$1,270MLSPIN
09/19/2024New$1,499,000$1,270MLSPIN
07/09/2019Sold$1,501,000$1,272MLSPIN
05/27/2019Under Agreement$1,399,000$1,186MLSPIN
05/14/2019Contingent$1,399,000$1,186MLSPIN
05/08/2019Active$1,399,000$1,186MLSPIN
12/04/2015Sold$1,175,000$996MLSPIN
04/30/2015Under Agreement$1,175,000$996MLSPIN
04/28/2015New$1,175,000$996MLSPIN
05/24/2009Sold$900,000$763MLSPIN
03/19/2009Under Agreement$975,500$827MLSPIN
02/09/2009Active$975,500$827MLSPIN

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Map & Resources

Bright Horizons

Grades: PK-K

0.14mi

Melvin H. King South End Academy

Public Secondary School, Grades: PK-12

0.19mi

Benjamin Franklin Institute of Technology

University

0.19mi

Bright Horizons

Grades: PK-K

0.22mi

Quincy Upper School

Public Secondary School, Grades: 6-12

0.27mi

Josiah Quincy Upper School

Public School, Grades: 6-12

0.28mi

Boston Center for Adult Education

School

0.28mi

Bay State College

University

0.29mi

Club Café

Bar

0.12mi

Lolita

Bar

0.3mi

Sister Sorel

Bar

0.34mi

Jacque's Cabaret

Bar

0.39mi

Jugos

Cafe

0.1mi

Greystone Cafe

Cafe

0.13mi

South End Buttery

Cafe

0.14mi

The Blue Glass Café

Coffee Shop & Sandwich & Sushi & Soup (Cafe)

0.14mi

Animal Rescue Leauge of Boston

Animal Shelter

0.24mi

Boston Veterinary Care

Veterinary

0.21mi

Boston Veterinary Clinic

Veterinary

0.32mi

Tufts Medical Center

Hospital

0.48mi

Floating Hospital for Children

Hospital. Speciality: Paediatrics

0.55mi

MBTA Transit Police

Police

0.08mi

Boston Police Department, Area D-4

Local Police

0.57mi

Boston Fire Department Engine 7, Ladder 17

Fire Station

0.19mi

Boston Fire Department Engine 22

Fire Station

0.49mi

Boston Fire Department Engine 3

Fire Station

0.56mi

Boston Fire Department Engine 33, Ladder 15

Fire Station

0.59mi

Hynes Convention Center

0.44mi

Boston Center for the Arts

Arts Centre

0.24mi

Lyric Stage

Theatre

0.11mi

Plaza Theaters

Theatre

0.22mi

Nancy and Edward Roberts Theatre

Theatre

0.23mi

Virginia Wimberly Theatre

Theatre

0.24mi

Exeter Street Theatre

Theatre

0.38mi

Charles Playhouse

Theatre

0.45mi

YWCA

Fitness Centre

0.1mi

Rev'd Indoor Cycling

Fitness Centre. Sports: Cycling

0.14mi

Healthworks

Fitness Centre. Sports: Multi, Yoga

0.15mi

Barry's

Fitness Centre. Sports: Fitness

0.18mi

SoulCycle

Fitness Centre. Sports: Cycling

0.21mi

Swet Studio

Fitness Centre. Sports: Yoga, Fitness, Rowing, Meditation

0.27mi

Boston Sports Club

Fitness Centre. Sports: Swimming, Fitness, Exercise

0.28mi

Parker Cote Fitness

Fitness Centre

0.29mi

Childe Hassam Park

Park

0.07mi

Frieda Garcia Park

Park

0.07mi

Southwest Corridor Park

State Park

0.1mi

Isabella Street Park

Park

0.18mi

Hayes Park

Municipal Park

0.23mi

Union Park

Municipal Park

0.29mi

Braddock Park

Municipal Park

0.3mi

Harriet Tubman Square

Municipal Park

0.31mi

Ellis Memorial Children's Park

Playground

0.23mi

Peters Park Tot Lot

Playground

0.4mi

Clarendon Street Play Area

Playground

0.4mi

Lufkin Library

Library

0.2mi

Boston Public Library

Library

0.23mi

Norman B. Leventhal Map Center

Library

0.27mi

Snowden International School Library

Library

0.31mi

Boston Renaissance Charter School Media Center

Library

0.33mi

South End Branch - Boston Public Library

Library

0.41mi

Massachusetts State Transportation Library

Library

0.46mi

New England School of Law Library

Library

0.46mi

CVS Pharmacy

Pharmacy

0.28mi

CVS Pharmacy

Pharmacy

0.3mi

Capsule

Pharmacy

0.3mi

Walgreens

Pharmacy

0.47mi

Copley Place

Mall

0.12mi

Prudential Center

Mall

0.31mi

Mitchell Gold & Bob Williams

Furniture

0.15mi

Restoration Hardware

Furniture

0.31mi

Back Bay

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Dartmouth St opp Back Bay Sta

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Stuart St @ Dartmouth St

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Dartmouth St @ Appleton St

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0.14mi

Dartmouth St @ Appleton St

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0.15mi

Berkeley St @ Chandler St

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0.15mi

Berkeley St @ Columbus Ave

9

0.16mi

Seller's Representative: Eileen Kim, RE/MAX Destiny
MLS ID#: 73292216

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MLS PIN data last updated at 2024-09-26 08:49:00

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