Penthouse paradise! Perched in a convenient and bustling area of the South End there are cafes, restaurants and commuting convenience nearby. With windows on three sides, this two-bedroom home has much to offer including a recently renovated kitchen and bath with high-end appeal. In addition to all the light from the windows there are skylights in the living room, bath and the stair well. Hardwood floors in the living/dining area and pumpkin pine in the main bedroom. The 2nd bedroom is quietly carpeted and serves well as an office or study. In-unit W/D. The private roof deck provides a wonderful escape. The property sits on a fabulous corner location with views of an historic puddingstone church, Titus Sparrow Park and the tall buildings of the Back Bay.
Sold for $1,100,000
$1,100,000
496 Columbus Ave APT 6, Boston, MA 02118
2beds
881sqft
Condominium, Rowhouse
Built in 1865
-- sqft lot
$1,168,400 Zestimate®
$1,249/sqft
$4,379 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,168,400
$1.09M - $1.26M
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Barbara Spears 617-680-4441,
South End Realty Group 617-424-9500
Bought with:
Carmelo Bari
Engel & Volkers Boston
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73167495
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Electric Baseboard
Cooling
- Central Air, Window Unit(s), Ductless
Appliances
- Included: Washer, Dryer
Features
- Flooring: Wood, Carpet
- Basement: None
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 881
- Total interior livable area: 881 sqft
Property
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck - Roof
- Exterior features: Deck - Roof
Details
- Parcel number: 3391083
- Zoning: R
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium, Rowhouse
Materials
- Brick
- Roof: Rubber
Condition
- Year built: 1865
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, House of Worship
Location
- Region: Boston
HOA & financial
HOA
- HOA fee: $315 monthly
- Services included: Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/9/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 12/20/2023 | Listed for rent | $4,300$5/sqft |
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| 12/20/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 11/1/2023 | Listed for rent | $4,300+43.6%$5/sqft |
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| 10/25/2023 | Sold | $1,100,000+1%$1,249/sqft |
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| 10/12/2023 | Contingent | $1,089,000$1,236/sqft |
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| 10/6/2023 | Listed for sale | $1,089,000+32.8%$1,236/sqft |
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| 7/31/2015 | Sold | $820,000+3.9%$931/sqft |
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| 6/28/2015 | Pending sale | $789,000$896/sqft |
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| 6/23/2015 | Listed for sale | $789,000+58.9%$896/sqft |
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| 5/30/2015 | Listing removed | $2,995$3/sqft |
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| 5/21/2015 | Listed for rent | $2,995$3/sqft |
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| 5/20/2005 | Sold | $496,514+186.2%$564/sqft |
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| 9/1/1995 | Sold | $173,500-5.2%$197/sqft |
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| 3/2/1989 | Sold | $183,000-11.7%$208/sqft |
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| 5/21/1987 | Sold | $207,300$235/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $11,353 +11.4% | $980,400 +4.9% |
| 2024 | $10,192 +4.6% | $935,000 +3% |
| 2023 | $9,745 +3.6% | $907,400 +5% |
| 2022 | $9,402 +2% | $864,200 |
| 2021 | $9,221 +6.3% | $864,200 +5.2% |
| 2020 | $8,676 +3.2% | $821,600 +3% |
| 2019 | $8,408 +13.4% | $797,700 +12.7% |
| 2018 | $7,417 +481.4% | $707,700 +6% |
| 2017 | $1,276 -81.9% | $667,900 +4% |
| 2016 | $7,064 +3.2% | $642,200 +13.7% |
| 2015 | $6,842 -1.2% | $565,000 +2.7% |
| 2014 | $6,923 +1.5% | $550,300 +6% |
| 2013 | $6,821 +9.2% | $519,100 +8.3% |
| 2012 | $6,247 +1.9% | $479,100 |
| 2011 | $6,128 +7.7% | $479,100 |
| 2010 | $5,692 +14.3% | $479,100 +2.2% |
| 2009 | $4,982 -3.1% | $468,700 |
| 2008 | $5,142 | $468,700 |
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Neighborhood: South End
Nearby schools
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- 6/10Hurley K-8 SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- NACarter SchoolGrades: 8-12Distance: 0.3 mi
- 3/10Mel H King ElementaryGrades: 2-12Distance: 0.3 mi
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