Perfectly located on Columbus Avenue, this distinctive parlor and street duplex is unlike any other! Once used as a storefront, the unit features a grand wall of windows with upper transom offering stunning natural light. The main living level features an open living concept with a brand new white oak kitchen, an good sized dining area with original mantle and mirror, large windows, a good sized closet and direct access to a large private deck. The front facing living room has stately wood paneling, built-in book shelves, contemporary light fixtures, and a three quarter bath. The street level has two oversized bedrooms, both with large windows, walk in closets and a shared bathroom. A bonus room currently used as a home gym, could also be a work from home space or craft studio,. Private patio. Central AC, washer and dryer. One parking space is included. Convenient to the MBTA, as well as some of the neighborhood’s best restaurants including SRV, Mida, and Petit Robert
Sold for $1,470,000
$1,470,000
553 Columbus Ave APT 1, Boston, MA 02118
2beds
1,733sqft
Condominium, Duplex
Built in 1900
-- sqft lot
$1,808,000 Zestimate®
$848/sqft
$6,189 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,808,000
$1.63M - $2.02M
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Bonus roomGood sized dining areaBuilt-in book shelvesGood sized closetHome gymLarge private deckDistinctive parlor
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Listed by:
Cathy Marotta 617-947-1069,
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty 617-426-6900,
Joshua Trinh 617-510-4539
Bought with:
Barbara Wales
Engel & Volkers Newton
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73209135
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Window(s) - Picture
- Level: First
- Area: 247
- Dimensions: 13 x 19
Bedroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Cedar Closet(s), Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Level: First
- Area: 156
- Dimensions: 13 x 12
Primary bathroom
- Features: No
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - 3/4
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, Wainscoting
- Level: Main,Second
- Area: 266
- Dimensions: 14 x 19
Kitchen
- Level: Second
- Area: 72
- Dimensions: 8 x 9
Living room
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Open Floorplan
- Level: Second
- Area: 247
- Dimensions: 13 x 19
Heating
- Forced Air, Electric Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Trash Compactor, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: First Floor, In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
- Basement: None
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,733
- Total interior livable area: 1,733 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Stone/Gravel, Exclusive Parking
- Uncovered spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No
Features
- Entry location: Unit Placement(Street,Walkout,Garden)
- Patio & porch: Deck - Wood, Patio - Enclosed
- Exterior features: Deck - Wood, Patio - Enclosed
Lot
- Size: 1,733 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: W:04 P:02531 S:002,3390802
- Zoning: CD
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium, Duplex
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Stone
- Roof: Rubber
Condition
- Year built: 1900
- Major remodel year: 1998
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, Public School, T-Station, University
HOA
- Services included: Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure
- HOA fee: $369 monthly
Location
- Region: Boston
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $848/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,565,600
- Annual tax amount: $16,815
- Date on market: 12/18/2025
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/23/2024 | Sold | $1,470,000-5.2%$848/sqft |
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| 3/31/2024 | Contingent | $1,550,000$894/sqft |
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| 3/21/2024 | Price change | $1,550,000-3.1%$894/sqft |
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| 3/6/2024 | Listed for sale | $1,600,000+236.8%$923/sqft |
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| 7/12/1999 | Sold | $475,000$274/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $17,079 -2.9% | $1,474,900 -8.6% |
| 2024 | $17,585 +4.6% | $1,613,300 +3% |
| 2023 | $16,815 +3.7% | $1,565,600 +5% |
| 2022 | $16,222 +2% | $1,491,000 |
| 2021 | $15,909 -2% | $1,491,000 -3% |
| 2020 | $16,240 +5.4% | $1,537,900 +5.2% |
| 2019 | $15,403 +6.6% | $1,461,400 +6% |
| 2018 | $14,450 +425.2% | $1,378,800 +6% |
| 2017 | $2,751 -78.8% | $1,301,300 +10.4% |
| 2016 | $12,967 +5.8% | $1,178,800 +16.4% |
| 2015 | $12,259 +1.1% | $1,012,300 +5% |
| 2014 | $12,130 +1.5% | $964,200 +6% |
| 2013 | $11,952 +3.5% | $909,600 +2.7% |
| 2012 | $11,548 +1.9% | $885,600 0% |
| 2011 | $11,329 +7.6% | $885,800 0% |
| 2010 | $10,528 +12.9% | $886,200 +1% |
| 2009 | $9,326 -3.1% | $877,300 |
| 2008 | $9,624 | $877,300 |
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Neighborhood: South End
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