221 Columbus Avenue # 203, Boston MA 02116
Boston, MA 02116 • Back Bay
$1,575,000
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$1,695,000
Final Sale Price:
$1,575,000
Difference:
$120,000 (-7.1%)
Performance Metrics
92.9%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
92
Days on Market
Extended listing
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$1,117
Sale $/sq ft:
$1,038
This property sold for $1,038 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 7.1% below the original asking price.
At 92 days on market, this property took longer than average to sell.
About this home
Amazing 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Home at the Albert A. Pope Building a boutique luxury loft elevator building located in the Back Bay! Open floor plan with a custom designed chef's kitchen featuring gas cooking, separate pantry area leading into a dining and large living area with 14' high ceilings, 4 beautiful arch windows and a stunning limestone wood burning fireplace flanked by beautiful built-in shelves. The expansive Primary Bedroom includes a walk-in closet and exquisite ensuite bathroom featuring custom marble flooring and wainscoting. The second Bedroom also serves as office/ den. The Pope Building features secured access, concierge services, and a common roof deck with built-in grill, wet bar and herb garden and a great outdoor entertaining space with stunning city views. ONE FULL DEEDED PARKING INCLUDED! Close proximity to market, library, restaurants and shopping in the Back Bay and South End! Great Opportunity to own a unique space in a special building!!
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Property History
Market Insights
14.9%
Price Range
93
Total Days on Market
Property Timeline
Current Active Listing - MLS #73547429
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Currently Listed
Jul 9, 2026
$1,850,000
MLS #73547429 - Active
Sold
Jan 31, 2024
$1,575,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 93
Listed for Sale
Sep 20, 2023
$1,695,000
Original listing
Agent: Kevin Thomas
Office: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/09/2026 | 🏡 Currently Listed | $1,850,000 | - | - | MLS #73547429 - Active |
| 01/31/2024 | ✓ Sold | $1,575,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 09/20/2023 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $1,695,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $16,528 | $1,538,900 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$16,528
Tax Year 2023
HOA Fee
$1,400
Monthly
Assessed Value
$1,538,900
Facts & Features
Central AC
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Condominium
Year Built
1899
Living Area
1,517 sq ft
Bedrooms
2
Full Baths
2
Total Rooms
6
Interior
Heating
Central, Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Flooring
None
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace
None
Fireplaces
1
Basement
N
Laundry
In Unit
Features
Elevator
Exterior
Construction
None
Architecture
Other (see Remarks)
Roof
None
Features
Deck - Roof, City View(s)
Pool
Association
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Deck - Roof
Parking
Features
Assigned
Total Spaces
1
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
None
Financial
Annual Tax
$16,528
Assessed Value
$1,538,900
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$1,400 Monthly
Fee Includes
Heat, Gas, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Security, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Trash, Air Conditioning, Reserve Funds
Amenities
Hot Water, Elevator(s)
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
1 Cat Or 1 Dog Allowed Per Condo Docs. Additional Pets Require Trustee Approval. Rentals Allowed With 6 Month Minimum Lease. One Assigned Parking Space Number 3.association Fee For All Owners Increase In 2024 To Be Announced Soon And Will Advise.
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
Unit/Building
203
Sq Ft Source
Other
Documents
None
County
Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
93 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1899
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,517 sq ft
Total Rooms
6
Stories
1
Entry Level
2
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
FeaturesYes
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
PoolAssociation
Patio & porchDeck - Roof
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (1)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
Interior Features
Flooring:
Appliances:
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Elevator
Windows:
Basement:
N
Laundry:
In Unit
Security:
Intercom, Concierge
Construction & Materials
Style:
Other (See Remarks)
Year Built:
1899
Effective Year (Renovated):
1997
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Stories:
1
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Central, Forced Air
Cooling:
Central Air
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Deck - Roof, City View(s)
Patio & Porch:
Deck - Roof
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Total Parking Spaces:
1
Parking Features:
Assigned
Special Features
Fireplaces:
1
Fireplace Type:
View:
Yes
View Type:
City
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Highway Access, T-Station
Nearby Schools
School District
Boston School District local
C-
Where Graduates Go
Class of 2021
52%
attend college
38%
4-Year
14%
2-Year
7%
Out of State
7%
Working
School Safety
2024-25
3.7%
Above Average
3.2%
Suspensions
0.3%
In-School
0.5%
Emergency
1.8% below state avg
Elementary Schools
10 schools
D
Melvin H. King South End Academy
0.3 mi
|
#24 of 25
|
Score: 20.4
Improved 363 spots from last year
-37.8 below state avg
80 students
Diverse
Rising School
Grades PK-12
The Learning Project
0.4 mi
Grades K-06
F
Blackstone Elementary School
0.5 mi
|
#808 of 825
|
Score: 26.2
Improved 13 spots from last year
-32 below state avg
572 students
Moderate
Grades PK-06
Kingsley Montessori School
0.5 mi
Grades PK-06
Park Street School
0.6 mi
Grades K-07
Advent School
0.7 mi
Grades K-06
C
Hurley K-8 School
0.7 mi
|
#259 of 352
|
Score: 35.7
Dropped 24 spots from last year
-22.5 below state avg
337 students
Moderate
Grades PK-08
D
Perkins Elementary School
1.0 mi
|
#766 of 825
|
Score: 31.2
Improved 35 spots from last year
-27 below state avg
201 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
B
Excel Academy Charter School
1.2 mi
|
#149 of 346
|
Score: 56.4
Improved 166 spots from last year
-1.9 below state avg
1,376 students
Moderate
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
Grades 05-12
Kids Are People School
1.2 mi
Grades PK-12
Middle Schools
10 schools
Middle School Academy
1.5 mi
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
2.0 mi
|
#349 of 352
|
Score: 23.2
Improved 3 spots from last year
-35 below state avg
246 students
Diverse
Grades 03-08
Nativity Prep School
2.4 mi
Grades 05-08
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
2.6 mi
|
#4 of 16
|
Score: 42.5
Improved 187 spots from last year
-15.7 below state avg
1,225 students
Diverse
Rising School
College Ready Curriculum
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
2.9 mi
Mother Caroline Academy
2.9 mi
Grades 05-08
Epiphany School
3.8 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
7.2 mi
|
#266 of 352
|
Score: 35.0
Improved 19 spots from last year
-23.2 below state avg
458 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 03-08
UP Academy
1.5 mi
Timilty Middle
1.5 mi
High Schools
10 schools
C
Quincy Upper School
0.5 mi
|
#279 of 346
|
Score: 44.4
Dropped 7 spots from last year
-13.8 below state avg
575 students
Very Diverse
12 sports
• 208 athletes
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-12
Cathedral High School
0.5 mi
9 sports
• 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
Newman School
0.5 mi
Grades 07-12
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
1.5 mi
|
#90 of 346
|
Score: 61.6
Improved 94 spots from last year
+3.4 above state avg
1,518 students
Very Diverse
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
College Ready Curriculum
Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
1.6 mi
|
#13 of 25
|
Score: 33.4
Improved 356 spots from last year
-24.8 below state avg
565 students
Moderate
10 sports
• 242 athletes
Early College Program
Rising School
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin School
1.6 mi
|
#20 of 346
|
Score: 73.7
Improved 60 spots from last year
+15.5 above state avg
2,382 students
Very Diverse
18 sports
• 2,006 athletes
Strong AP Program
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
Strong Athletics
Grades 07-12
D
Charlestown High School
2.3 mi
|
#319 of 346
|
Score: 32.9
Improved 52 spots from last year
-25.4 below state avg
646 students
Diverse
11 sports
• 488 athletes
Early College Program
Rising School
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin Academy
2.3 mi
|
#2 of 25
|
Score: 64.9
Improved 214 spots from last year
+6.7 above state avg
1,669 students
Very Diverse
17 sports
• 1,298 athletes
Strong AP Program
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
Strong Athletics
Grades 07-12
C
Ruth Batson Academy
2.6 mi
|
#20 of 25
|
Score: 29.1
Improved 345 spots from last year
-29.1 below state avg
584 students
Diverse
8 sports
• 128 athletes
Early College Program
Rising School
Grades 07-12
Meridian Academy
2.9 mi
Grades 06-09
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Neighborhood
Back Bay
221 Columbus Avenue # 203, Boston MA 02116
Boston, MA 02116
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Kevin Thomas
Listing Office
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Office Phone
617-375-6900
Agent MLS ID
BB810665
Office MLS ID
BB5919
Listing Data Updated
Jan 31, 2024 6:19 PM EST
Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.
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