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Boston 02118 South End
551 Columbus Avenue
$3,250,000
House - In Contract

551 Columbus Avenue

Boston, MA 02118
bedrooms
4 Beds
bathrooms
5 Baths, 3 Half Baths
$19,668
Estimated Monthly
$0
HOA / Fees
0.81%
Cap Rate

About This Property

Opportunity to create your South End dream home! Available now after almost 40 years, this home with enormous square footage square footage offering endless potential. High ceilings, original detail throughout, multiple fireplaces, and entry foyer. All rooms are grand in size and sun-drenched while offering spectacular Back Bay views. Direct access to parking space and walk out ground level basement. Located close to the best of both the South End and Back Bay. Close to numerous parks, the T, highways, and the trendiest restaurants and eateries. Buyer to do own due diligence, property is being sold "as is."
Unit Size
-
Days on Market
-
Land Size
0.04 acres
Price per sqft
-
Property Type
House
Property Taxes
$3,709
HOA Dues
-
Year Built
1870
Listed By
Keith Shirley And Valerie Post
Engel & Volkers Boston
Last updated: 24 days ago (MLSPIN #73213518)

Price History

Date / Event Date Event Price
Mar 26, 2024 In contract -
In contract
Mar 20, 2024 Listed by Engel & Völkers Boston $3,250,000
Listed by Engel & Völkers Boston
Opportunity to create your South End dream home! Available now after almost 40 years, this home with enormous square footage square footage offering endless potential. High ceilings, original detail throughout, multiple fireplaces, and entry foyer. All rooms are grand in size and sun-drenched while offering spectacular Back Bay views. Direct access to parking space and walk out ground level basement. Located close to the best of both the South End and Back Bay. Close to numerous parks, the…
Mar 18, 2024 Temporarily off market -
Temporarily off market
Jan 9, 2021 Relisted $3,400,000
Relisted
Jan 9, 2021 No longer available -
No longer available
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Property Highlights

Parking Available
Air Conditioning
Fireplace
Interior Details

Master Bathroom Information

Features: Yes

Bathroom Information

Half Bathrooms: 3
Full Bathrooms: 2

Interior Information

Appliances: Gas Water Heater

Room Information

Rooms: 11

Fireplace Information

Has Fireplace
Fireplaces: 5
Parking Details
Parking Features: Off Street

Building Info

Overview

    General

  • Year Built: 1870
  • Effective Year Built: 1980
  • Building Count: 1
  • Total Rooms: 11
  • Bedroom Count: 2
  • Bathroom Count: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Partial Bathrooms: 4
  • Building Condition: Average
  • Building Style: Other
  • Exterior Walls Type: Brick
  • Roof Shape Type: Mansard
  • Roof Cover Type: Slate
  • Floor Count: 4
  • Basement Type: Building with no basement
  • Basement Area: 0
  • Garage Type: Garage
  • Parking Space Count: 1

    Dimensions

  • Lot Size Square Feet: 1,955
  • Total Building Area: 5,344
  • Gross Building Area: 5,664
  • Building Area: 5,344
  • Building Area Measurement: Living Area

    Heating and Cooling

  • Air Conditioning: unknown
  • Heating: Hot water
  • Heated Square Feet: 5,344
  • Heating Fuel Type: unknown

    Utilities

  • Sewer System: unknown
  • Water Service: unknown

Building

  • Property Class: Residential
  • Land Acres: 0.045
  • Standard Land Use Code: Single family residential

Ownership

  • Is Owner Occupied: Owner-occupied property

Neighborhood

  • School District Name: Boston School District
  • Census Tract: 070802

Zoning

  • Zoning: R1

Geography

  • Parcel: CBOS W:04 P:02530 S:000
  • Municipality: BOSTON-CENTRAL BOSTON
  • Latitude: 42.3415
  • Longitude: -71.081

    Address

  • Full Address: 551 Columbus Ave
  • Address - House Number: 551
  • Address - Street Name: Columbus
  • Address - Suffix Type: Ave
  • State: MA
  • City Name: Boston
  • Carrier Code: C045
  • 4-Digit Zip Code: 1115
  • Zip Code: 02118

Valuation

    Tax

  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Amount: $42,173

    Appraisal Valuation

  • Standard Deviation: 0.2489
  • Valuation Date: Feb 07, 2024
  • Confidence Score: 64
  • Final Value: 4,193,681
  • High Value: 5,237,759
  • Low Value: 3,149,603

    Open Liens

  • Total Open Liens: 1
  • Total Open Liens Amount: $500,000
  • First Open Lien Mortgage Lender: TIAA CREF TRUST CO FSB
  • First Open Lien Mortgage Recording Date: Jan 21, 2020
  • First Open Lien Mortgage Loan Amount: $500,000
  • First Open Lien Mortgage Term: 360
  • First Open Lien Mortgage Position: 1
  • First Open Lien Mortgage Loan Type: Credit Line (Revolving)
  • First Open Lien Mortgage Loan Due Date: Feb 01, 2050

    Assessments Valuation

  • Assessed Year: 2023
  • Assessed Total Value: $3,926,700
  • Assessed Land Value: $1,109,600
  • Assessed Improvements Value: $2,817,100

Comparables

Unit
Status
Type
Beds
Baths
ft²
Price/ft²
Asking Price
Listed On
Closing Price
Sold On
HOA + Taxes
House
4 Beds
5 Baths
-
$3,092,500 Apr 18, 2017
$3,092,500 Jun 30, 2017
$2,511/mo
Multifamily
4 Beds
4 Baths
-
$3,185,000 Jun 17, 2015
$3,185,000 Sep 15, 2015
$2,333/mo
House
3 Beds
4 Baths
-
$2,730,000 Apr 4, 2017
$2,730,000 Jun 2, 2017
$2,087/mo
House
5 Beds
4 Baths
-
$2,725,000 Jun 3, 2019
$2,725,000 Nov 15, 2019
$2,439/mo
House
3 Beds
4 Baths
-
$2,600,000 Sep 13, 2016
$2,600,000 Jun 1, 2017
$1,926/mo
House
5 Beds
4 Baths
-
$3,290,000 Apr 22, 2021
$3,290,000 Jul 20, 2021
$2,510/mo
House
4 Beds
5 Baths
-
$3,500,000 Mar 19, 2024
-
$2,494/mo
Condo
4 Beds
5 Baths
-
$3,795,000 Dec 1, 2023
-
$3,609/mo
House
3 Beds
3 Baths
-
$3,195,000 Mar 10, 2023
-
$2,521/mo
House
3 Beds
4 Baths
-
$3,085,000 Feb 21, 2024
-
$2,254/mo
House
5 Beds
3 Baths
-
$3,450,000 Mar 21, 2024
-
$2,549/mo
In Contract
House
3 Beds
3 Baths
-
$2,750,000 Mar 7, 2024
-
$2,085/mo

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was property at 551 Columbus Avenue built and last sold?
The property at 551 Columbus Avenue was built in 1870 and last sold on Jan 1, 1970 for $0.
How much is this home worth?
The estimated value of the home located at 551 Columbus Avenue is $3,282,500.
What are some comparable homes to 551 Columbus Avenue?
Homes that are comparable to 551 Columbus Avenue include a house property at 2 St Charles Street, a condo property at 9 Columbus Square, a house property at 142 West Canton Street.

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