Dimensions10.25 x 7.666666666
285 Columbus Ave # 601, Boston MA 02116
Boston, MA 02116
$3,900/mo
About this home
Step into timeless style at the Historic Columbus Lofts, where classic architecture meets modern luxury. This stunning home welcomes you with soaring ceilings, rich hardwood floors, and oversized windows that bathe the space in natural light. The sleek kitchen shines with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a spacious island perfect for entertaining. Enjoy a large walk-in closet, in-unit laundry, and a beautifully finished bathroom with a tiled shower and elegant vanity.Perched where Back Bay meets the South End, 285 Columbus Ave puts the best of Boston right at your doorstep from Back Bay Station just steps away to the city’s premier shopping and dining along Newbury, Boylston, and Copley. Professionally managed and impeccably maintained, this residence captures the very best of city living.
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Property History
Market Insights
Property Timeline
Status: Active under contract
Jul 25, 2026
Active → Active Under Contract
Lease Pending
Jul 25, 2026
Lease pending
Listed for Rent
Jul 16, 2026
$3,900
Original listing
Agent: Sebastian Taborda
Office: Broad Sound Real Estate, LLC
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/25/2026 | 📋 Status: Active under contract | - | - | - | Active → Active Under Contract |
| 07/25/2026 | ⏳ Lease Pending | - | - | - | Lease pending |
| 07/16/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Rent | $3,900 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Tax history not available | ||
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential Lease
Style
Condominium
Living Area
856 sq ft
Lot Size
0.00
Bedrooms
1
Full Baths
1
Total Rooms
3
Rental Details
Available
Sep 1, 2026
Lease Term
Lease Terms(1yr),Term of Rental(12)
Rent Includes
Water, Sewer
Security Deposit
$3,900
Required
First MonthDepositReferencesInsurance
Pets
No
Pet Policy
No Pets
Interior
Heating
Electric
Cooling
None
Flooring
None
Appliances
Range, Oven, Dishwasher
Fireplace
None
Basement
None
Laundry
In Unit
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
None
Architecture
None
Roof
None
Features
None
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
None
Parking
Features
None
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
None
Sewer
None
Gas
None
Other
None
Building & Pet Policy
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
Unit/Building
601
Sq Ft Source
Other
Sq Ft Disclosures
Living area is approximate
Documents
None
County
Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
23 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Lease Pending
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
856 sq ft
Total Rooms
3
Entry Level
6
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
856 sq ft above grade
Dimensions17.666666666 x 7.25
Dimensions14.333333333 x 7.916666666
Dimensions12.666666666 x 11.833333333
Dimensions12 x 15.5
Display Options
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, Oven, Dishwasher
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
Laundry:
In Unit
Security:
Construction & Materials
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Electric
Cooling:
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Sewer:
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Parking Features:
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
0.2 mi
|
#24 of 25
|
Score: 20.2
Improved 363 spots from last year
-38.1 below state avg
125 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-12
F
Blackstone Elementary School
0.4 mi
|
#809 of 824
|
Score: 26.3
Improved 12 spots from last year
-31.9 below state avg
582 students
Moderate
Grades PK-06
The Learning Project
0.5 mi
Grades K-06
Kingsley Montessori School
0.5 mi
Grades PK-06
C
Hurley K-8 School
0.6 mi
|
#258 of 352
|
Score: 35.8
Dropped 23 spots from last year
-22.4 below state avg
335 students
Moderate
Grades PK-08
Park Street School
0.7 mi
Grades K-07
Advent School
0.8 mi
Grades K-06
D
Perkins Elementary School
0.9 mi
|
#772 of 824
|
Score: 30.9
Improved 29 spots from last year
-27.3 below state avg
167 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
B
Excel Academy Charter School
1.1 mi
|
#155 of 346
|
Score: 54.9
Improved 160 spots from last year
-3.3 below state avg
1,379 students
Moderate
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
Grades 05-12
Kids Are People School
1.1 mi
Grades PK-12
Middle Schools
10 schools
Middle School Academy
1.5 mi
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
1.9 mi
|
#349 of 352
|
Score: 23.6
Improved 3 spots from last year
-34.6 below state avg
213 students
Diverse
Grades 03-08
Nativity Prep School
2.3 mi
Grades 05-08
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
2.5 mi
|
#4 of 16
|
Score: 41.9
Improved 187 spots from last year
-16.3 below state avg
1,126 students
Diverse
Rising School
College Ready Curriculum
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
2.8 mi
Mother Caroline Academy
2.8 mi
Grades 05-08
Epiphany School
3.8 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
7.1 mi
|
#265 of 352
|
Score: 34.9
Improved 20 spots from last year
-23.3 below state avg
477 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades 03-08
Timilty Middle
1.4 mi
UP Academy
1.5 mi
High Schools
10 schools
Cathedral High School
0.5 mi
9 sports
• 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
C
Quincy Upper School
0.5 mi
|
#268 of 346
|
Score: 44.6
Improved 4 spots from last year
-13.6 below state avg
557 students
Very Diverse
12 sports
• 208 athletes
High Graduation Rate
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-12
Newman School
0.5 mi
Grades 07-12
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
1.4 mi
|
#90 of 346
|
Score: 61.1
Improved 94 spots from last year
+2.9 above state avg
1,509 students
Very Diverse
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
College Ready Curriculum
Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
1.5 mi
|
#13 of 25
|
Score: 31.7
Improved 356 spots from last year
-26.6 below state avg
565 students
Diverse
10 sports
• 242 athletes
Early College Program
Rising School
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin School
1.5 mi
|
#19 of 346
|
Score: 73.3
Improved 61 spots from last year
+15.1 above state avg
2,424 students
Very Diverse
18 sports
• 2,006 athletes
Strong AP Program
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
Strong Athletics
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin Academy
2.2 mi
|
#2 of 25
|
Score: 63.9
Improved 214 spots from last year
+5.7 above state avg
1,693 students
Very Diverse
17 sports
• 1,298 athletes
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
Strong Athletics
Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
D
Charlestown High School
2.4 mi
|
#322 of 346
|
Score: 31.0
Improved 49 spots from last year
-27.2 below state avg
754 students
Diverse
11 sports
• 488 athletes
Early College Program
Rising School
Grades 07-12
C
Ruth Batson Academy
2.6 mi
|
#19 of 25
|
Score: 27.6
Improved 346 spots from last year
-30.6 below state avg
604 students
Diverse
8 sports
• 128 athletes
Early College Program
Rising School
Grades 07-12
Meridian Academy
2.8 mi
Grades 06-09
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285 Columbus Ave # 601, Boston MA 02116
Boston, MA 02116
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Sebastian Taborda
Listing Office
Broad Sound Real Estate, LLC
Office Phone
978-423-7782
Agent MLS ID
CN245888
Office MLS ID
AN3502
Listing Data Updated
Aug 8, 2026 3:05 AM EDT
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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