Columbia Arms

65 Columbus Ave, Pittsfield, MA 01201 · also known as Dower Square

Columbia Arms is a housing for older adults at 65 Columbus Ave in Pittsfield, MA 01201, with 91 apartments, built in 1971.

At a glance

• 91 apartments (the municipal assessor (via MassGIS))
• Built in 1971
• 64,792 sq ft of building area
• 2.8 acre lot
• Assessed at $5,766,200 for fiscal year 2025

No homes in Columbia Arms are listed right now. Ask Benjamin Realty to tell you when one comes on the market.

Income-restricted housing

Columbia Arms is in Federal public housing. Designation: Elderly/disabled (state designation).

Pittsfield Housing Authority: how to apply, waitlists and income limits. How housing assistance works in Massachusetts.

Getting around

Walkability: 100 out of 100, from how close everyday places are.

Closest train and subway stops:

• Pittsfield (Amtrak Lake Shore Limited), 0.1 mi

Closest bus stops:

• Pittsfield ITC (BRTA · PVTA 901 904), under 0.1 mi
• Intermodal Center (BRTA 1 2 4), 0.1 mi

Public schools nearby

• Morningside Community School (elementary, grades PK–5), 0.7 mi
• John T Reid Middle (middle, grades 6–8), 1.2 mi
• Eagle Education Academy (high, grades 6–12), 0.2 mi

The district decides which school serves an address. Distances are straight-line.

Questions about Columbia Arms

How many units are in Columbia Arms?

Columbia Arms has 91 apartments, according to the municipal assessor (via MassGIS).

When was Columbia Arms built?

Columbia Arms was built in 1971.

Are there homes for sale or rent in Columbia Arms right now?

None are listed at the moment. Benjamin Realty can tell you when a home in Columbia Arms comes on the market.

What is the closest T or train station to Columbia Arms?

Pittsfield (Amtrak Lake Shore Limited) is 0.1 miles away, in a straight line.

Is Columbia Arms income-restricted housing?

Yes. Columbia Arms is in Federal public housing. Apply through Pittsfield Housing Authority.

Buildings near Columbia Arms

• Summer Residences — 176 Columbus Ave, 184 apartments · built 1976, 0.1 mi
• Capitol Square — 369 North St, 68 apartments · built 1920, 0.2 mi
• New Amsterdam — 421 North St, 67 apartments, 0.3 mi
• Berkshire Peak — 341 West St, 120 apartments · built 1972, 0.4 mi
• Central Annex — 99 Second St, 103 apartments, 0.4 mi
• Wahconah Heights — 335 Wahconah St, 68 apartments · built 1960, 1.3 mi
• Mt Greylock Extended Care — 1000 North St, 100 apartments · built 1986, 1.3 mi

More: all 10 large buildings in Pittsfield · Pittsfield homes for sale and rent

Sources

• MassGIS Standardized Assessors’ Parcels (municipal assessors)
• HUD Public Housing Developments
• Housing authority development tables (EOHLC annual plans and authority sites)

Assessed values and sales are public records from municipal assessors. An assessed value is set for taxation and may differ from market value. Data checked 2026-11-02.

To ask about homes in Columbia Arms or book a showing, call Benjamin Realty at (617) 734-5050 or email [email protected].