437 Columbus Ave # 3, Boston MA 02116
Boston, MA 02116 • South End
$889,000
$849,000
Est. $5,395/month
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About this home
Location! Impeccable, sun-drenched, over-sized, South End 1 Bedroom. Exposures on 3 sides (South, West and North). Plus deck overlooking Back Bay. Coveted corner location on Braddock Park. Where the South End meets the Back Bay. Steps to the T, the Pru and all the South End’s shops / restaurants. This crisply finished and upgraded home is nestled on the third floor of a classic brownstone with freshly painted and upgraded common areas. Entertainment-sized, corner living / dining with south-facing bay window, west-facing window overlooking Braddock Park, decorative fireplace and custom chandelier. Upgraded kitchen with LG stainless steel appliances, quartzite counters and gas cooking. Huge, corner, bow-windowed bedroom with North and West exposures overlooks the Back Bay, walk-in closet and brand-new carpet. Large full bath with subway tile, granite-topped vanity and floors. W/D. Professionally managed building. Gas-fired hot water heat. Hardwoods. Deck. Freshly painted. Just move-in!
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Property History
Market Insights
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Price Changes
4.5%
Price Range
Property Timeline
Price Reduced
May 26, 2026
$849,000
$40,000
(-4.5%)
From $889,000 to $849,000 (-4.5%)
Listed for Sale
May 5, 2026
$889,000
Original listing
Agent: Lucas Garofalo
Office: Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/26/2026 | ↓ Price Reduced | $849,000 | $40,000 | - | From $889,000 to $849,000 (-4.5%) |
| 05/05/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $889,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $5,171 | $765 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$5,171
Tax Year 2026
HOA Fee
$471
Monthly
Assessed Value
$765
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Condominium
Year Built
1865
Living Area
752 sq ft
Bedrooms
1
Full Baths
1
Total Rooms
3
Interior
Heating
Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling
Window Unit(s)
Flooring
Carpet, Hardwood, Stone / Slate
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace
None
Fireplaces
2
Basement
N
Laundry
In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
Internet Available - Broadband
Exterior
Construction
Brick, Stone
Architecture
None
Roof
None
Features
Deck - Composite
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Deck - Composite
Parking
Features
On Street
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Gas Range, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Financial
Annual Tax
$5,171
Assessed Value
$765
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$471 Monthly
Fee Includes
Water, Sewer, Insurance, Snow Removal, Reserve Funds
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
Owner-Occupied Units
3
Down Payment Resource
Eligible
Pets
Yes w/ Restrictions
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
Taxes Include Residential Exemption. 5 Units, 4 Residential (3 Out Of 4 Owner Occupied), 1 Commercial Space ( 25.33%). Rentals With No Less Than 9 Month Lease. Pets With Trustee Approval. Fireplaces Are Decorative Only.
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
["Rowhouse"]
Unit/Building
#3
Sq Ft Source
Master Deed
Documents
Master Deed, Rules & Regs (2)
County
Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
25 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1865
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
752 sq ft
Total Rooms
3
Stories
1
Entry Level
3
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
752 sq ft above grade
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchDeck - Composite
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:
Carpet, Hardwood, Stone / Slate
Appliances:
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Internet Available - Broadband
Windows:
Insulated Windows
Basement:
N
Laundry:
In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Security:
Intercom
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1865
Effective Year (Renovated):
2001
Structure Type:
Rowhouse
Exterior Materials:
Brick, Stone
Roof:
Foundation:
Stories:
1
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Baseboard, Natural Gas
Heating Zones:
1
Cooling:
Window Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Deck - Composite
Patio & Porch:
Deck - Composite
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Parking Features:
On Street
Special Features
Fireplaces:
2
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station, University
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
3 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
Blackstone Elementary
0.4 mi
High Schools
3 schools
Snowden International
0.5 mi
C-
Snowden International High School
0.5 mi
|
#301 of 346
|
Score: 37.9
Improved 55 spots from last year
-20.3 below state avg
421 students
Diverse
7 sports
• 78 athletes
Rising School
Grades 09-12
Cathedral High School
0.5 mi
9 sports
• 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
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Neighborhood
South End
437 Columbus Ave # 3, Boston MA 02116
Boston, MA 02116
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Lucas Garofalo
Listing Office
Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay
Office Phone
617-542-0012
Agent MLS ID
BB902679
Office MLS ID
BB5522
Listing Data Updated
May 30, 2026 3:05 AM EDT
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