285 Columbus Ave # 207, Boston MA 02116

Boston, MA 02116 • Back Bay
$900,000
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,240
Sq Ft
$726
Price/Sq Ft
2008
Year Built
1
Garage Space
Condominium
Type
5
Days on Market
Sold 2008 Listed Feb 19, 2008 • MLS# 70714544 Copied! • Updated Apr 1, 2025

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Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $925,000
Final Sale Price: $900,000
Difference: $25,000 (-2.7%)
Performance Metrics
97.3%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
5
Days on Market
Very fast sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $746
Sale $/sq ft: $726
This property sold for $726 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 2.7% below the original asking price.

With only 5 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

About this home

New construction luxury loft style residences located on the corner of Columbus and Clarendon in the Back Bay. European inspired design featuring Wolf, Jenn-Air, and Grohe appliances and fixtures. Common roof deck, garage parking, and concierge. Within walking distance to Copley and Newbury Street, public transportation, and the city's top restaurants. Other Units Available. Occupancy June 2008

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Price & Status History

Market Insights

33.8%
Price Range
6
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Previous Transaction - MLS #73220111
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Previously Sold
Feb 28, 2025
$1,360,000
MLS #73220111
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Sold
Jun 10, 2008
$900,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 6
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Listed for Sale
Feb 19, 2008
$925,000
Original listing
Agent: Elaine Dolley Office: Otis & Ahearn - Back Bay/Downtown

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
9 $999 $999

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$999
Tax Year 9
HOA Fee
$744
Per month
Assessed Value
$999

Facts & Features

1 Car Garage
Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 2008
Living Area 1,240 sq ft
Stories 1
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 2
Total Rooms 4

Interior

Heating Forced Air
Cooling Central Air
Flooring None
Appliances None
Fireplace None
Basement N
Laundry None
Features None

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture None
Roof None
Features None
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None
Garage Spaces 1
Has Garage Yes
Features None
Total Spaces 1
Electric None
Water Public, City/town Water
Sewer None
Gas None
Other None
Annual Tax $999
Assessed Value $999

HOA & Community

HOA Fee $744
Fee Includes Heat, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Security, Snow Removal
Amenities Hot Water, Elevator(s), Storage
Optional Fee Includes None
Pets Yes
Lead Paint None
Seller Disclosures 2nd Bedroom Has A Closet But No Window. Garage Parking Is A 25 Year Deeded Lease @ $320 Per Month
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type ["High-Rise"]
Unit/Building 207
Sq Ft Source Unit Floor Plan
Documents None
County Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 6 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
2008
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,240 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Stories
1
Entry Level
2

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring:
Appliances:
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: N
Laundry:
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 2008
Structure Type: High-Rise
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Utilities & Systems

Heating: Forced Air
Cooling: Central Air
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public, City/Town Water
Sewer:
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

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

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 1
Total Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Features:
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
D
Melvin H. King South End Academy
0.2 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
F
Blackstone Elementary School
0.4 mi | #808 of 825 | Score: 26.2
Improved 13 spots from last year
-32 below state avg
572 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 | #259 of 352 | Score: 35.7
Dropped 24 spots from last year
-22.5 below state avg
337 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 | #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
1.1 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
1.1 mi
Grades PK-12
M

Middle Schools

10 schools
Middle School Academy
1.5 mi
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
1.9 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
2.3 mi
Grades 05-08
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
2.5 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
2.8 mi
Mother Caroline Academy
2.8 mi
Grades 05-08
Epiphany School
3.8 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
7.1 mi | #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
Timilty Middle
1.4 mi
UP Academy
1.5 mi
H

High Schools

10 schools
Cathedral High School
0.5 mi
9 sports • 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
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
Newman School
0.5 mi
Grades 07-12
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
1.4 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
1.5 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
1.5 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
A+
Boston Latin Academy
2.2 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
D
Charlestown High School
2.4 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
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
2.8 mi
Grades 06-09
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Neighborhood

Back Bay

285 Columbus Ave # 207, Boston MA 02116

Boston, MA 02116

Listing Information

Listing Agent Elaine Dolley
Listing Office Otis & Ahearn - Back Bay/Downtown
Office Phone 617-267-3500
Agent MLS ID BB904331
Office MLS ID BB4721
Listing Data Updated Apr 1, 2025 4:54 AM EDT
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