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679 Columbia # 5, Boston MA 02125

Boston, MA 02125 • Dorchester
$495,000
Est. $3,580/month
2
Beds
2
Baths
790
Sq Ft
$627
Price/Sq Ft
2018
Year Built
1
Parking
Condominium
Type
20
Days on Market
Pending Listed May 26, 2026 • MLS# 73523827 Copied! • Updated Jun 17, 2026

About this home

Price $125K below assessed value! Your chance to be the first owner of this newly gut renovated, sunny, Penthouse home with private deck. Conveniently located just North of Jones Hill and close to Uphams Corner. 2 minutes to the bus and just 1/2 a mile to the T, plus free Harvard shuttles to the medical area. Featuring: Open design kitchen with stainless appliances including dishwasher/disposal and stone countertops, custom cabinetry & quartz backsplash. Primary bath is a glass walk-in shower and double sink vanity. Second full bath is a tub/shower bath with stylish tile. Central air conditioning, tankless hot water heater, and plenty of basement storage. In-unit washer/dryer hook-up. Security system with multiple cameras in place. Double pane windows allow quiet enjoyment. Lovely private deck off the back is perfect for BBQs or just morning coffee. Single bay garage can be purchased $60K. Outdoor parking for $15K. Great investment in a commuter friendly location!

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Property History

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Property Timeline

📋
Status: Active under contract
Jun 3, 2026
Active → Active Under Contract
⏳
Pending Sale
Jun 2, 2026
Offer accepted, sale pending
🏠
Listed for Sale
May 26, 2026
$495,000
Original listing
Agent: Betsy Herald Office: The Charles Realty

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2026 $7,220 $623,500

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$7,220
Tax Year 2026
HOA Fee
$275
Monthly
Assessed Value
$623,500

Facts & Features

Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 2018
Living Area 790 sq ft
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 2
Total Rooms 4

Interior

Heating Forced Air
Cooling Central Air
Flooring None
Appliances None
Fireplace None
Basement Y
Laundry In Unit
Features None

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture None
Roof None
Features Porch
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Porch
Has Garage Yes
Features Detached, Off Street, Assigned
Total Spaces 1
Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None
Annual Tax $7,220
Assessed Value $623,500

HOA & Community

HOA Fee $275 Monthly
Fee Includes Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Reserve Funds
Amenities Storage
Optional Fee Includes None
Owner-Occupied Units 3
Down Payment Resource Eligible
Pets Yes
Seller Disclosures Parking Is $15k Additional For Outdoor And $60k For A Single Car Garage. Photos Of Example Units. Condo Fees Estimated. Taxes Do Not Include Residential Exemption. Ask Agent About The Plans For The Building Next-door.
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type ["Low-Rise"]
Unit/Building 5
Sq Ft Source Master Deed
Documents None
County Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 22 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
2018
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
790 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Stories
1
Entry Level
3

Room Details

Other Floor

Bathroom1
Bedroom5
Bedroom4
Bedroom3
Dining Room
Kitchen
Bathroom2
Bedroom2
Living Room
Bathroom3
Master Bedroom
Office
Family Room
Master Bathroom
Yes

Interior Features

Flooring:
Appliances:
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: Y
Laundry: In Unit
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 2018
Effective Year (Renovated): 2026
Structure Type: Low-Rise
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air
Cooling: Central Air
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Porch
Patio & Porch: Porch
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Detached, Off Street, Assigned
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

10 schools
B
Boston Collegiate Charter School
0.2 mi | #167 of 346 | Score: 53.7
Improved 31 spots from last year
-4.5 below state avg
708 students Diverse
Rising School College Ready Curriculum Diverse Student Body
Grades 05-12
Saint John Paul II Academy - Columbia
0.2 mi
Grades PK-08
F
Clap Elementary School
0.4 mi | #808 of 824 | Score: 26.3
Dropped 23 spots from last year
-31.9 below state avg
140 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
C-
Everett Elementary School
0.4 mi | #728 of 824 | Score: 33.7
Dropped 53 spots from last year
-24.5 below state avg
288 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
C
Conservatory Lab Charter School
0.6 mi | #261 of 352 | Score: 35.6
Dropped 4 spots from last year
-22.6 below state avg
454 students Diverse
Grades PK-08
C-
Winthrop Elementary School
0.7 mi | #665 of 824 | Score: 37.6
Dropped 171 spots from last year
-20.6 below state avg
226 students Diverse
Grades PK-06
D
Mather Elementary School
0.8 mi | #754 of 824 | Score: 32.2
Dropped 257 spots from last year
-26 below state avg
473 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
Compass School
0.8 mi
Grades PK-12
B
Excel Academy Charter School
0.9 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
F
King Elementary School
0.9 mi | #823 of 824 | Score: 22.7
Dropped 3 spots from last year
-35.6 below state avg
464 students Diverse
Grades PK-06
M

Middle Schools

10 schools
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
0.8 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
Middle School Academy
1.2 mi
Dearborn Middle School
1.3 mi
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
1.3 mi | #349 of 352 | Score: 23.6
Improved 3 spots from last year
-34.6 below state avg
213 students Diverse
Grades 03-08
Mother Caroline Academy
1.4 mi
Grades 05-08
Epiphany School
1.8 mi
Grades 05-08
Nativity Prep School
2.0 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
6.0 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
McCormack Middle
1.0 mi
Frederick Pilot Middle
1.0 mi
H

High Schools

10 schools
C
Ruth Batson Academy
1.0 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
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
1.1 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 Academy
1.2 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
Cathedral High School
1.6 mi
9 sports • 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
1.7 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
C
Quincy Upper School
2.0 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
Meridian Academy
2.1 mi
Grades 06-09
A+
Boston Latin School
2.4 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
B+
TechBoston Academy
2.5 mi | #11 of 25 | Score: 34.1
Improved 349 spots from last year
-24.1 below state avg
850 students Diverse
Rising School
Grades 07-12
Newman School
2.5 mi
Grades 07-12
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679 Columbia # 5, Boston MA 02125

Boston, MA 02125

Listing Information

Listing Agent Betsy Herald
Listing Office The Charles Realty
Office Phone 617-236-0353
Agent MLS ID BB981859
Office MLS ID BB9906
Listing Data Updated Jun 17, 2026 3:30 AM EDT
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