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285 Columbus Ave Unit 805
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$2,695,000

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285 Columbus Ave Unit 805, Boston

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2 bd·2 ba·1,578 sqft
Built 20081,578 sqft lotSouth End

285 Columbus Ave Unit 805, Boston, MA

2 bd · 2 ba · 1,578 sqft Condo listed at $2,695,000, built in 2008 in the South End neighborhood.

About this home

A rare opportunity to own a fully renovated to perfection 2 Bedroom plus study residence in premier location of Boston. This amazing Penthouse designed for elevated city living, impeccably renovated pairs refined design with sweeping skyline views from its premier top-floor setting. Sunlight pours in as sophisticated finishes and thoughtful details create a polished, move-in-ready home. A private storage unit is included, and nearby rental parking offers added ease for city living. Direct access to amazing Common Roof Deck Terrace. Whether envisioned as a luxurious primary residence, an elegant Boston retreat, or a seamless pied-a-terre, the layout adapts effortlessly to your lifestyle. Private, stylish, and exceptionally located in one of Boston's most coveted neighborhoods, this penthouse delivers comfort, convenience, and commanding views above it all.

Property details

Price
$2,695,000
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2
Interior
1,578 sqft
Price / sqft
$1708
Year built
2008
Lot size
1,578 sqft
Type
Condo
Days on market
51
Est. property tax
$32,340/yr · $2,695/mo · 1.2% MA avg
HOA
$1,623/mo
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Estimated monthly payment

Down payment20% ($539,000)
Interest rate6.75%
Principal & Interest$13,984
Property Tax$2,470
Insurance$150
Total$16,604/mo

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Price history

$3.18M$1.45M$-282K$1.55M on Nov 07 (Initial list)$1.42M on Jul 08 (Sold)$7K on Jul 11 (Price change)$7K on Jul 11 (Price change)$8K on Jun 13 (Price change)$8K on Jun 13 (Price change)$8K on Mar 15 (Price change)$8K on Apr 15 (Price change)$8K on Jun 15 (Price change)$8K on Jul 15 (Price change)$8K on Jul 15 (Price change)$8K on Aug 15 (Price change)$2.49M on May 17 (Initial list)$2.39M on Jul 17 (Price change)$8K on Aug 17 (Price change)$2.39M on Aug 17 (Price change)$8K on Sep 17 (Price change)$8K on Oct 17 (Price change)$8K on Dec 17 (Price change)$8K on Feb 18 (Price change)$8K on Mar 18 (Price change)$2.89M on Nov 25 (Initial list)$2.89M on Feb 26 (Price change)$2.69M on Mar 26 (Initial list)
$1.55M · Nov 07$2.69M · Mar 26
  1. Mar 5, 2026$2,695,000Initial list price
  2. Feb 12, 2026$2,890,000Price change
  3. Nov 13, 2025$2,890,000Initial list price
  4. Mar 9, 2018$7,500Price change
  5. Feb 5, 2018$7,500Price change
  6. Dec 10, 2017$7,500Price change
  7. Oct 3, 2017$7,500Price change
  8. Sep 23, 2017$8,000Price change
  9. Aug 5, 2017$2,388,000Price change
  10. Aug 4, 2017$8,000Price change
  11. Jul 18, 2017$2,388,000Price change
  12. May 4, 2017$2,488,000Initial list price
  13. Aug 8, 2015$7,500Price change
  14. Jul 17, 2015$7,500Price change
  15. Jul 14, 2015$7,500Price change
  16. Jun 22, 2015$7,500Price change
  17. Apr 27, 2015$8,000Price change
  18. Mar 13, 2015$8,200Price change
  19. Jun 30, 2013$8,000Price change
  20. Jun 20, 2013$8,000Price change
  21. Jul 13, 2011$6,500Price change
  22. Jul 5, 2011$6,500Price change
  23. Jul 2, 2008$1,415,000Sold
  24. Nov 29, 2007$1,545,500Initial list price

Location

This home is located in Boston, MA. Browse more Boston listings on the Boston market page or explore the full Boston market report.

About Boston: Boston is the capital and most populous city of the U.S. state of Massachusetts. It serves as a cultural and financial center of New England, a region of the Northeastern United States. Boston has an area of 48.4 sq mi (125 km2) and a population of 675,647 as of the 2020 census, making it the third-most populous city in the Northeastern United States after New York City and Philadelphia. The larger Greater Boston metropolitan statistical area had a population of 4.9 million in 2023, making it the largest metropolitan area in New England and the eleventh-largest in the United States. (source: Wikipedia)

Climate: Average year-round temperature is 52°F with 203 dry days per year and 46.9 inches of annual rainfall.

Location

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Neighborhood (zip 02116)

This neighborhood is primarily renter-occupied (35% owner-occupied). Median age is 34.4; 32% hold a bachelor's degree; median household income is $131,648.

Median income
$131,648
Median age
34.4
Owner-occupied
35.0%
Bachelor's degree
31.9%
Census median home value
$1,461,100

Source: US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-year estimates.

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