CCertihomes
285 Columbus Avenue #207, Boston, MA 02116

$1,485,000

2 beds 2 baths 1,240 sqft Built 192441 days on marketActive

About this home

Incredible light and wonderful streetscape views from the many windows in this lovely unit. Situated perfectly for contemporary living where historic Back Bay meets the vibrant South End. Large living spaces are bathed in light and perfect for lounging and entertaining with recessed lighting and oversized windows throughout. A stone-topped island provides seating for dining and chatting with the cook! Great chef's kitchen with sleek dark wood cabinetry and stone countertops complemented by premium stainless appliances. Natural light suffuses two generous bedrooms - two baths and laundry complete the unit interior. Upstairs offers a common roofdeck with lots of seating and panoramic views of the skyline. You'll enjoy living in proximity to Copley Square and all the dining, boutique shopping and recreation that make Back Bay and Southenders for life! Boston's famed public library and cultural hubs are at your doorstep with easy commutes along bike paths, highway and Logan Airport access.

Affordability — calculate your monthly payment

Adjust your budget to see what's left after housing, utilities and transportation. Numbers below assume a 5% down, 30YrJumbo at 4% APR.

Your estimated payment
$10,738/mo

Real estate (PITI + HOA + PMI)
$11,759
Principal + interest$6,735
Property tax + insurance$3,549
HOA$918
PMI / 2nd mortgage$557
Utilities
$500
Heating + cooling$113
Internet + TV + phone$158
Water + sewer + garbage$58
Transportation
$125
Car insurance + maintenance$125
Other (entertainment)
$158
$10,738/mo TLC
Budget$11,238/mo
Remaining after TLC$500/mo
Purchase price
$1,485,000
Down payment
$74,250 (5%)
Loan amount
$1,410,750
APR
4%

Quick facts

Type
Condominium
Style
Year built
1924
Lot size
Stories
1
Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Water
Public
HOA
$918 / Monthly
Annual tax
$15,090
MLS #
73220111
County
Suffolk

At a glance

Air conditioning
Basement
Dishwasher

Home features

Appliances
RangeDishwasherRefrigeratorWasherDryer
Interior
Elevator
Exterior
Deck - Roof + Access RightsProfessional Landscaping
Community
Public TransportationShoppingTennis Court(s)ParkWalk/Jog TrailsMedical FacilityLaundromatBike PathConservation AreaHighway AccessHouse of WorshipPrivate SchoolPublic SchoolT-StationUniversity
Parking
Rented
Security
IntercomConcierge
Flooring
Wood
Sewer
Public Sewer

Neighborhood — 02116

MetricThis ZIPCountyUSA
Population19,4066,444,931299,088,112
Population Change Since19902.00%7.00%20.00%
Population Density25,105786
Male9,9923,127,134147,432,321
Female9,4143,317,797151,655,844
Never Married9,8231,612,88563,775,926
Married5,2062,586,314123,120,365
Separated1,203247,85712,639,686
Widowed651363,59415,467,586
Divorced1,227436,88823,075,029
Number Of House Hold11,0982,431,591111,826,380
Average House Hold Size1.572.562.60
Medial Age35.7937.2535.46
Median House Hold Income$73,584$57,698$48,276
Average House Hold Income$129,202$75,023$63,629
P C I$76,610$29,196$24,529
M D I$59,648$48,105$41,133
A T H E$83,803$57,083$50,898
S T R5.00%5.00%
W C J89.59%81.38%77.74%
(Zip) Code
2116

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