Outstanding views, a prime location and ultimate convenience. End units like this are rarely available. This South facing, bright 2 bed/2 bath luxury condo has high ceilings, open living spaces and a beautiful panoramic view. Features include European-inspired design, oversized windows, beautiful wide-planked walnut floors, in-unit washer & dryer, high end appliances, immense master suite, and generous closet spaces, including a walk in closet. You will enjoy the conveniences of living in this professionally managed concierge/elevator building. It has an outstanding common roof deck, in-house property manager and bike storage room. Steps to Back Bay Station, Copley Place, Prudential Center, Newbury Street and the best restaurants of Back Bay and the South End. Rental parking is available in an adjacent garage.
Sold for $1,600,000
$1,600,000
285 Columbus Ave Unit 709, Boston, MA 02116
2beds
1,324sqft
Condominium
Built in 2008
-- sqft lot
$1,732,400 Zestimate®
$1,208/sqft
$7,007 Estimated rent
Home value
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$1.59M - $1.89M
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Listed by:
Eileen Kim 610-331-0370,
RE/MAX Destiny 617-576-3800
Bought with:
Eileen Kim
RE/MAX Destiny
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73235370
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Heating
- Heat Pump
Cooling
- Central Air, Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Features
- Basement: None
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,324
- Total interior livable area: 1,324 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Rented
- Garage spaces: 1
Lot
- Size: 1,324 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: W:04 P:00548 S:116,4758523
- Zoning: CD
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Condition
- Year built: 2008
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Amenities included: Elevator(s)
- Services included: Heat, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Trash, Reserve Funds
- HOA fee: $1,189 monthly
Location
- Region: Boston
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,208/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,463,900
- Annual tax amount: $15,957
- Date on market: 1/26/2026
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/12/2024 | Sold | $1,600,000+6.7%$1,208/sqft |
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| 6/25/2018 | Sold | $1,500,000+1%$1,133/sqft |
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| 5/9/2018 | Pending sale | $1,485,000$1,122/sqft |
Source: Advise Realty #72320779 Report a problem | ||
| 5/4/2018 | Listed for sale | $1,485,000+26900%$1,122/sqft |
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| 3/27/2017 | Listing removed | $5,500$4/sqft |
Source: CENTURY 21 Commonwealth #72126518 Report a problem | ||
| 3/4/2017 | Listed for rent | $5,500$4/sqft |
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| 9/29/2016 | Listing removed | $5,500$4/sqft |
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| 9/29/2014 | Listing removed | $5,500$4/sqft |
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| 7/9/2013 | Listing removed | $5,500-99.5%$4/sqft |
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| 6/9/2013 | Listed for rent | $5,500+1.9%$4/sqft |
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| 4/10/2013 | Listing removed | $5,400$4/sqft |
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| 9/18/2012 | Price change | $5,400-1.8%$4/sqft |
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| 9/14/2012 | Sold | $1,020,000-2.8%$770/sqft |
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| 9/6/2012 | Listed for rent | $5,500$4/sqft |
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| 7/19/2012 | Listed for sale | $1,049,000+4.4%$792/sqft |
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| 5/23/2008 | Sold | $1,005,000$759/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $17,988 +12.7% | $1,553,400 +6.1% |
| 2024 | $15,957 +3.6% | $1,463,900 +2% |
| 2023 | $15,408 -0.3% | $1,434,600 +1% |
| 2022 | $15,457 +4% | $1,420,700 +2% |
| 2021 | $14,861 +5.9% | $1,392,800 +4.8% |
| 2020 | $14,037 +3.2% | $1,329,300 +3% |
| 2019 | $13,601 +0.6% | $1,290,400 |
| 2018 | $13,523 +316.2% | $1,290,400 +5% |
| 2017 | $3,249 -75% | $1,228,900 +4% |
| 2016 | $12,998 +3.7% | $1,181,600 +14.1% |
| 2015 | $12,540 +5.1% | $1,035,500 +9.2% |
| 2014 | $11,933 +2.4% | $948,600 +7% |
| 2013 | $11,649 +3.2% | $886,500 +2.4% |
| 2012 | $11,287 +2% | $865,600 |
| 2011 | $11,071 +7.7% | $865,600 |
| 2010 | $10,283 | $865,600 |
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Neighborhood: South End
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