5/488 Columbus Ave

Boston MA 02118

785 sq. ft.

Condo

Last sold for $1,085,000

The Gaines Group, last sold this property on 27 May 2026 after 68 days on market.

Overview

This sun-filled top corner brownstone gets incredible light from the south and west and is nestled on Columbus Ave, just blocks from Bay Bay. The kitchen has been thoughtfully designed with quartz countertops, a breakfast bar, tile backsplash, pendant lighting, and a farmhouse sink, plus plenty of storage! The open layout offers generous space for entertaining, with room for dining on either end. The expanded bathroom features double vanities, ample counter space, and a large glass walk-in shower. The bedroom is bright and spacious, with four oversized windows overlooking Rutland Square. One of the standout features is the massive walk-in closet, complete with custom shelving and well-organized storage. To top it all off, there’s a private treetop terrace off the primary, perfect for unwinding after a long day.

Features

1 bedroom

1 bathroom

785 sq. ft. floor area

Condo

Estimated Value

Based on this property and similar 1 bedroom condos sold in Boston over the last 12 months, the estimated median property value of 5/488 Columbus Ave is $742.5k.

Median value

$742.5k

Estimated value range

$338k - $1.2m

Median days on market

Estimated value trend

-3%

decrease over the last 12 months

Average days on market is based on recent, comparable sales in Boston. It is only an indication of the time a property is actively listed and should not be relied upon as an accurate representation of how soon a property will be sold.

Property history for 5/488 Columbus Ave

2026

Sold

$1,085,000

27 May 2026 by The Gaines Group

2023

Sold

$1,035,000

31 Jul 2023 by Paul Whaley / Charlie Ring Team, of Coldwell Banker Realty - Back Bay

2017

Sold

$899,700

31 Oct 2017 by Paul Whaley, of Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Boston-Back Bay

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