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Roslindale is a Boston neighborhood with its own flavor
Roslindale, known to locals as “Rozzie,” is officially a Boston neighborhood, but a thriving central square and active community organizations give it a flavor all its own. Restaurants and shops fill Roslindale Village, allowing residents to run daily errands and enjoy date nights without leaving the neighborhood. Walkable residential streets lead to public gardens and parks, which are often abuzz with community gatherings. Since it’s located about 8 miles southwest of Downtown Boston, Rozzie offers a break from the hectic pace of city life, but MBTA bus stops, a commuter rail stop and a nearby T station make commuting easy.
Roslindale residents take great pride in their community.
Sidewalk art adorns Florence Street in Roslindale.
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What homebuyers can expect to spend in Roslindale
Are homes in Rozzie a good investment? “Absolutely,” says Lisa Licata-Schepici, owner of LLS Realty LLC. “It’s a melting pot with all types of housing. You have green space, you have a mix of property types, amazing restaurants and shops, and it’s very accessible.” Options range from small condos and newly built custom homes to Nationals, Victorians and Queen Annes from the late 1800s and early 1900s. Some of these older homes have been extensively remodeled, and many have been converted into multiunit dwellings. Properties here sell from the upper $300,000s to the mid-$1 millions, and the median sale price is around $630,000. Although a slight majority of residents own their homes, nearly half are renters, and apartments or condos are usually available for lease. The median monthly rent in Roslindale is $2,990.
Multifamily properties line the streets of Roslindale.
A historic Victorian home sits on a quiet street in Roslindale.
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You’ll find dining and grocery options right in Roslindale
Most residents are within walking distance of Roslindale Village, also known as Rozzie Square. The centrally located square is packed with dining options, including:
Midnight Morning, serving creative cuisine at breakfast, lunch and dinner
The Square Root, a cafe and coffee shop that hosts local musicians
Sophia’s Grotto, featuring Mediterranean cuisine and a brick patio
Effie’s Kitchen, a casual Greek restaurant known for gyros and souvlaki
Shanti, an award-winning restaurant featuring Indian classics like vindaloo and tikka masala
A little farther down Washington Street, Pleasant Cafe has been a local favorite since 1937. You’ll also find small markets and convenience stores along Washington, as well as Italian specialties and quality meats at Tony’s Market and home improvement goods at Roslindale Hardware.
Residents enjoy authentic Greek cuisine at Effie's Kitchen in Rozzie Square.
Roslindale Village features many shops and amenities.
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Commuter rail stations can be found near Belgrade Avenue.
Public transit access makes it easy to get downtown
Rozzie itself is fairly walkable, but most residents rely on cars or public transit to get around the city. MBTA bus stops are located throughout the neighborhood, and buses connect to the Orange Line at the nearby Forest Hills station. Additionally, the Roslindale Village commuter rail station serves the Needham Line. The trip downtown takes about 30 minutes, whether you drive or use public transit. However, in Boston, cars can be more trouble than they’re worth. “Depending on where you are in the neighborhood, parking can be a little tight, but it’s not anywhere near as congested as other parts of Boston, like Southie,” says Licata-Schepici, who has more than 30 years of local experience. “You really don’t need a car, though.”
Students are zoned for Boston Public Schools
The neighborhood is zoned for Boston Public Schools, which uses a home-based school choice system. Families choose from a list of nearby schools, and assignment is priority-based and ultimately determined by lottery if demand exceeds the number of available slots. Meridian Academy, a highly rated private school serving students in grades 6 through 12, is in nearby Jamaica Plain.
Fallon Field features sports facilities, including a baseball diamond.
Parks and green spaces are scattered throughout the area
Arnold Arboretum, a major link in Boston’s “Emerald Necklace” park system, borders the neighborhood. Harvard University manages the city-owned green space, which doubles as a research institution and an impressive collection of flora. There are a few other parks throughout Roslindale, including Healy Field, which has a basketball court, walking paths and a nicely appointed baseball diamond. Healy is also the home of Flaherty Pool, an indoor public swimming space. At Fallon Field, kids enjoy creative playground equipment like a roped climbing structure and a giant tube slide.
Neighborhood organizations promote strong community ties
Several neighborhood associations and volunteer groups allow residents to engage with the local community and get to know one another. Here are a few examples:
Longfellow Area Neighborhood Association, which covers the area north of the MBTA commuter rail tracks
Taft Hill Neighborhood Association, open to homeowners and renters living on Taft Hill Terrace and Taft Hill Park
Roslindale West Village Neighborhood Association, which encompasses Rozzie Square and a few surrounding streets
Roslindale Village Main Street (RVMS), a volunteer-driven organization that hosts frequent community events
One of the most popular RVMS events is the weekly farmers market, which began as a summer tradition but has since expanded to offer fresh produce throughout the winter. “People in Roslindale are very supportive,” says Steve Marcelin, the event manager for RVMS. “They prefer to stimulate the local economy rather than spend their money in Downtown Boston.”
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Assault with Weapon
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Roslindale Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Roslindale, Boston sell after 30 days on the market compared to the national average of 58 days. The median sale price for homes in Roslindale, Boston over the last 12 months is $635,000, down 11% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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