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488-488A Columbus Ave # 5, Boston MA 02118

Boston, MA 02118 • South End
$1,075,000
Est. $6,729/month
1
Beds
1
Baths
785
Sq Ft
$1,369
Price/Sq Ft
1900
Year Built
12 hours 53 minutes
Time on Market
Active Open House Listed Mar 19, 2026 • MLS# 73489239 Copied!

About this home

This sun-filled top corner brownstone gets incredible light from the south and west and is nestled on Columbus Ave, just blocks from Bay Bay. The kitchen has been thoughtfully designed with quartz countertops, a breakfast bar, tile backsplash, pendant lighting, and a farmhouse sink, plus plenty of storage! The open layout offers generous space for entertaining, with room for dining on either end. The expanded bathroom features double vanities, ample counter space, and a large glass walk-in shower. The bedroom is bright and spacious, with four oversized windows overlooking Rutland Square. One of the standout features is the massive walk-in closet, complete with custom shelving and well-organized storage. To top it all off, there’s a private treetop terrace off the primary, perfect for unwinding after a long day.

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Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1900
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
785 sq ft
Total Rooms
3
Stories
1
Entry Level
2

Open House Schedule

20
Mar
Friday, March 20
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM EDT
20
Mar
Friday, March 20
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM EDT
22
Mar
Sunday, March 22
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM EDT
21
Mar
Saturday, March 21
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM EDT

Facts & Features

Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1900
Living Area 785 sq ft
Bedrooms 1
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 3

Interior

Heating Forced Air
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Wood
Appliances Oven, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 1
Basement N
Laundry In Unit
Features None

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture None
Roof Rubber

Parking

Features None

Utilities

Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None

Financial

Annual Tax $10,754
Assessed Value $859,700

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood
Appliances: Oven, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: N
Laundry: In Unit
Security: Intercom

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1900
Effective Year (Renovated): 1944
Structure Type: Brownstone, Attached
Exterior Materials:
Roof: Rubber
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air
Heating Zones: 2
Cooling: Central Air
Cooling Zones: 2
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer

Parking & Garage

Parking Features:

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type:

Location

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Neighborhood

South End

488-488A Columbus Ave # 5, Boston MA 02118

Boston, MA 02118

Walkability

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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
E

Elementary Schools

3 schools
C
Hurley K-8 School
0.3 mi | #258 of 352 | Score: 35.8
Dropped 23 spots from last year
-22.4 below state avg
335 students Moderate
Grades PK-08
D
Melvin H. King South End Academy
0.3 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
Blackstone Elementary
0.4 mi
H

High Schools

3 schools
Cathedral High School
0.5 mi
9 sports • 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
Snowden International
0.6 mi
C-
Snowden International High School
0.6 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
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Property Tax $896
Homeowners Insurance $200
HOA Fee $198/mo
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Year 15
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Property History

Property Timeline

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Listed for Sale
Mar 19, 2026
$1,075,000
Original listing
Agent: The Gaines Group Office: Compass

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Mar 19, 2026 New Listing Added $1,075,000

Market Statistics

Time on Market
12 hours 53 minutes
Price per Sq Ft
$1,369

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2026 $10,754 $859,700

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$10,754
Tax Year 2026
HOA Fee
$198
Monthly
Assessed Value
$859,700

Listing Information

Listing Agent The Gaines Group
Listing Office Compass
Agent MLS ID TM360638
Office MLS ID AN2383
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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