Roslindale
Neighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts
Suffolk County 02131
Single-family homes and Boston triple-deckers in Roslindale
Along Roslindale’s narrow, maple-lined streets are a mix of well-kept Victorian-era homes, modest mid-1900s Cape Cods and multifamily dwellings. Many houses rest on lots with enough room to toss a ball in the yard, and side driveways give some homeowners a private place to park. Single-family homes are often priced between $600,000 and $1.2 million, but there are a few investment homes that hit the market in the $400,000s — these are generally around 1,000 square feet in size and often require a good amount of work to bring them up to code. Newly built or expertly renovated four- and five-bedroom homes might run as high as $1.6 million. Condos and townhouses are also available, many of which are in converted double- and triple-deckers. Units are priced between $550,000 and a little over $900,000, depending on size and condition.Access to the Arnold Arboretum and Fallon Field
Bordering the neighborhood to the north is Arnold Arboretum, maintained by Harvard University and spanning 281 acres. It serves both as a research institution and a place for the public to explore a vast collection of flora from the eastern United States and eastern Asia. It’s the second largest “link” in the Emerald Necklace — a 1,100-acre system of parks connected by pathways and waterways around Boston. There are several other parks throughout Roslindale, and two of the most popular are Healy Field and Fallon Field. Little League teams, gardeners and walkers can make use of Healy’s 9 acres of public land. Fallon not only has a baseball diamond and a tennis court but also has a newly constructed playground with a roped climbing structure, adaptive swings and an enormous tube slide.Wolfgang Mozart Elementary School prides itself on music-based education
Students here are zoned for Boston Public Schools, and families can choose from a list of nearby schools or apply to magnet and charter public schools. Some children attend The Wolfgang Mozart Elementary School, which earns a B-minus on Niche. As the name suggests, the school places an emphasis on music education, and it also offers a strong program for children with autism. For sixth through eighth grades, children can continue learning at Washington Irving Middle School, which receives a C rating. The English High School, which earns a C-plus, was founded in 1821 and is one of the first public high schools in the United States. Each Thanksgiving since 1887, English has played Boston Latin School in football in what is the oldest continuous high school rivalry in the country. The Boston area has several highly rated private schools as well. One option is A-plus-rated Meridan Academy, which teaches students in grades six through 12.Roslindale Village Main Street program organizes community events
With the efforts of community organizations, including the Roslindale Village Main Street program, residents have many opportunities to build relationships with each other. “People in Roslindale are very supportive,” says Steve Marcelin, the event manager for RVMS. “They prefer to stimulate the local economy rather than spending their money in downtown Boston.” On Saturday mornings throughout most of the year, shoppers can pick up produce, cheese and smoked fish at the farmers market in Adams Park. “It’s one of the oldest and largest farmers markets in Boston,” Marcelin says. “There’s live music — everything from jazz to blues and other family-friendly genres.” In summer, bands of all styles and levels of experience perform on neighborhood porches during the annual PorchFest. The Open Studios art walk takes place in the fall. Burn on Birch is a new addition to the social calendar, during which eventgoers can sample spicy food and drinks from area restaurants.Commuter rail and nearby Orange Line subway stations
Healthcare workers and those in need of medical care can find the Longwood Medical Area 5 miles north of the neighborhood. It’s home to several teaching hospitals for Harvard Medical School, including the Brigham and Women's Hospital. There is a Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority commuter rail in Roslindale Village, and along Washington Street, riders can catch an express bus to the Forest Hills subway station. Drivers can use the Jamaicaway or Columbia Road to find their way to and from downtown.Dining and drinking al fresco in Roslindale Village
The neighborhood’s main square, Roslindale Village, hosts an assortment of restaurants and boutiques. Several of the restaurants, including Sophia’s Grotto and Village Sushi & Grill, share a brick-paved alley space where patrons can enjoy their meals al fresco. Distraction Brewing Co. on Birch Street hosts live music and trivia nights, and it also has an outdoor seating area. Farther south is Pleasant Café, which opened in 1937, a classic diner with vinyl-upholstered booths and hearty dinners. “Even when people move away from the neighborhood, they come back to eat at Pleasant Café,” Quinn says. Locals can buy their meat from Tony’s Market, grab spices and bread from Bob’s Pita Bakery and source unique home decor from Birch St. House & Garden. There is a small Target on Washington Street as well.Considerations for homebuying
As with many Boston neighborhoods, some homes lie within flood zones. Buyers who purchase a home within a flood zone may be required to buy flood insurance. Additionally, residents who live closest to parkways can expect to hear increased noise levels, particularly during rush hour.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Ana Picanco Linnehan
Ana Picanco Linnehan
eXp Realty
(351) 215-0595
34 Total Sales
1 in Roslindale
$870,000 Price
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Kerry Dowlin
Kerry Dowlin
Coldwell Banker Realty - Dorchester
(781) 512-6561
114 Total Sales
1 in Roslindale
$529,000 Price
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Jay McHugh
Jay McHugh
Responds QuicklyLAER Realty Partners
(339) 666-1524
74 Total Sales
1 in Roslindale
$725,000 Price
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Kelly Dimbat
Kelly Dimbat
Responds QuicklyLamacchia Realty, Inc.
(781) 557-4147
136 Total Sales
1 in Roslindale
$645,000 Price
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Mary Forde
Mary Forde
Insight Realty Group, Inc.
(781) 404-3642
66 Total Sales
7 in Roslindale
$460K - $855K Price Range
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Barrie Wheeler
Barrie Wheeler
Hammond Residential Real Estate
(339) 210-1083
82 Total Sales
3 in Roslindale
$549K - $905K Price Range
Schools
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- Pre-K to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 6th
- Public
- K to 8th
- Charter
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Parks in this Area
Parkman Playground
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Playground
Healy Playground
Fallon Field
Adams Park
- Events
Bellevue Hill Park
- Trails
- Hiking
Pagel Field
- Soccer
- Multi-Purpose Field
Transit
Airport
General Edward Lawrence Logan International
19 min drive
Train
Roslindale Village
Train
Bellevue
Bus
Walter St Opp Ashfield St
Bus
Belgrade Ave & Rexhame St
Bus
544 Poplar St
Bus
Washington St & Walworth St
Bus
Walter St & Mendum St
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Roslindale | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 2 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 3 | 4 |
| Robbery | 4 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Roslindale Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Roslindale, Boston sell after 31 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Roslindale, Boston over the last 12 months is $699,000, up 8% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$699,000
Median Sale Price
$699,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$810,500
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$875,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$565,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
189
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
8%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$509
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
6,163
Number of Homes for Sale
48
Median Year Built
1920
Months of Supply
3.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,625
Below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,532
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,057
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
749
Average Studio Size Sq Ft
604
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
5,227
Open Houses
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Saturday, Jun 1412 - 1:30pm
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Saturday, Jun 141 - 2:30pm
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Saturday, Jun 1412:30 - 2pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,670 - $4,762 per month
- Stony Brook Commons
- Studio-3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 468+ Sq Ft
- 390 Blue Ledge Dr
- Roslindale, MA
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
26,251
Median Age
42
Population Density
18 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18.6%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$93,507
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$120,278
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
90.2%
College Graduates
47.7%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
23.7%
% Population in Labor Force
76.1%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
53''
Average Winter Low Temperature
19°F
Average Summer High Temperature
81°F
Annual Snowfall
10''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
42
/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
88
/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
63
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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