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Sav-Mor

Sav-Mor

$766,075 Average Value
$412 Average Price per Sq Ft
8 Homes For Sale

Sav-Mor is conveniently located in a residential pocket of Roxbury

Sav-Mor is a residential slice of Boston’s Roxbury neighborhood, a community that dates back to the 1600s. Life here moves at a slower pace than the hectic beat of Downtown Boston, which is easily accessible thanks to MBTA buses and a nearby commuter rail station. While homes often sell at prices below the citywide median, buyers don’t have to trade city conveniences for the lower cost. A few eclectic dining spots and neighborhood bars are within walking distance, and Franklin Park, the southernmost link in the Emerald Necklace of green spaces that adorns the city, is less than a mile away.

The Sav-Mor neighborhood is about 3 miles south of Downtown Boston.
The Sav-Mor neighborhood is about 3 miles south of Downtown Boston.
The Franklin Park Zoo is a short distance from Sav-Mor.
The Franklin Park Zoo is a short distance from Sav-Mor.
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Housing styles and prices in the Sav-Mor neighborhood

Victorian and Colonial Revival-style homes and brick rowhouses line the streets in Sav-Mor, where many buildings date to the late 1800s and early 1900s. There’s also some newer construction that adds contemporary finishes and open layouts to the mix. Condos and townhomes greatly outnumber single-family dwellings, and most residents rent. The housing market spans a wide range, with home sale prices typically starting in the lower $400,000s and topping out in the upper $900,000s. Whole multiunit properties can sell for over a million. The median home sale price is around $790,000, below the citywide median for Boston.

Brick rowhouses and single-family homes stand shoulder to shoulder in the Sav-Mor neighborhood.
Brick rowhouses and single-family homes stand shoulder to shoulder in the Sav-Mor neighborhood.
Many homes date to the turn of the 20th century.
Many homes date to the turn of the 20th century.
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Commuting to Boston and Cambridge by train, car or bus

Sav-Mor is about 3 miles from Downtown Boston, and commuters to Cambridge have a 5-mile trip. While you’ll have an easier time finding a parking spot here than in downtown neighborhoods, driving in Boston is often more trouble than it’s worth. If you do opt to drive, Interstate 93 is about a mile away and provides direct access to the city. Public transit is a convenient option, too. Several MBTA bus routes stop along Warren Street and Blue Hill Avenue, and the nearby Uphams Corner station is served by the Fairmount Line, which links South Station to Readville.

Public transportation makes it easy for residents to get around the Boston area.
Public transportation makes it easy for residents to get around the Boston area.
The commuter rail connects to the nearby Uphams Corner station.
The commuter rail connects to the nearby Uphams Corner station.
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Boston Public Schools serves neighborhood students

Sav-Mor is part of Boston Public Schools. The district uses a home-based assignment system, giving families a customized list of schools and assigning students using a lottery-style algorithm. One local elementary school option is Dudley Street Neighborhood Charter School, an in-district charter that offers established pathways to area schools like Dearborn STEM Academy. Boston Latin Academy, a public high school that receives a Niche grade of A, is also close by.

Dudley Street Neighborhood Charter School serves elementary school students.
Dudley Street Neighborhood Charter School serves elementary school students.
Dearborn STEM Academy is a local option for students in middle and high school.
Dearborn STEM Academy is a local option for students in middle and high school.
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Nearby parks and trails help residents stay active

Howes Playground is tucked into a leafy pocket in the northern part of the neighborhood, with shaded benches, outdoor fitness equipment and a gazebo alongside the play area. Down the road, skaters hit the ramps and rails at Roxbury Skatepark. Some neighborhood homes are within walking distance of Franklin Park, the largest in Boston. The green space sprawls across more than 500 acres, with:

  • Miles of walking and biking trails through woodland and open meadows
  • An 18-hole public golf course
  • Baseball and soccer fields
  • Tennis courts
  • The Franklin Park Zoo, featuring more than 200 species

Canine visitors enjoy Howe's Playground, too.
Canine visitors enjoy Howe's Playground, too.
Sav-Mor golfers tee off at William J. Devine Golf Course at Franklin Park.
Sav-Mor golfers tee off at William J. Devine Golf Course at Franklin Park.
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Where Sav-Mor locals go to shop, dine and drink

Local dining spots highlight Caribbean and Latin American flavors. You can grab a bite at these spots:
Merengue Restaurant, cooking up traditional Dominican cuisine in a vibrant, colorful setting
Flames, specializing in Jamaican dishes like curried goat and oxtail stew
Rey Del Pollo, another Dominican restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner

You’ll find chain restaurants like McDonald’s and Popeyes along Warren Street, along with a Price Rite for groceries. Across the street, neighborhood watering hole District 7 Tavern offers a taste of nightlife with a pool table, a jukebox and occasional live music.

Rey Del Pollo offers delicious and authentic Dominican dishes.
Rey Del Pollo offers delicious and authentic Dominican dishes.
The interior decor and cuisine at Merengue Restaurant transport patrons to the Dominican Republic.
The interior decor and cuisine at Merengue Restaurant transport patrons to the Dominican Republic.
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A brief look at neighborhoods in nearby Dorchester

If you’d like to expand your search to include Dorchester neighborhoods, there are a few with lower median home sale prices. Ashmont has a charming village center and good public transit access, while Fields Corner West offers a diverse dining scene and access to chain retailers. Savin Hill curls along Dorchester Bay, with beaches and waterfront parks. All three are a bit farther from Downtown Boston, but their Red Line connections can make commuting into the city fairly straightforward.

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

General Edward Lawrence Logan International

13 min drive

Bus

Dudley St & Greenville St

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Warren St & Kearsarge Ave

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Warren St & Waverly St

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Blue Hill Ave & Irwin St

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Blue Hill Ave & Stanwood St

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Dudley St Opp Hampden St

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Warren St & Quincy St

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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Sav-Mor US
Homicide 6 4
Sexual Assault 6 4
Assault with Weapon 6 4
Robbery 6 4
Burglary 3 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 3 4
Larceny 3 4
Crime Score 4 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes
769
Number of Homes for Sale
8
Median Year Built
1900
Months of Supply
6.90
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,147
Above the national average
1,934
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
3,116
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,089
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
749
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
3,920

Open Houses

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Rental Home Trends

Number of Homes for Rent
131
Median Rent
$3,370
Median Single Family Home Rent
$3,475
Median 4 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$4,250
Median Townhouse Rent
$4,000
Median Condo Rent
$3,300
Median 2 Bedroom Condo Rent
$2,750

Demographics

Total Population
6,558
Median Age
36
Population under 18
26.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
13.8%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$51,629
Significantly below the national average
$79,597
Average Household Income
$74,416

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
77%
Below the national average
89%
College Graduates
27.2%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
10.9%
% Population in Labor Force
62.8%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
43''
Average Winter Low Temperature
23°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
12''

Area Factors

Moderately bikeable

Bikeability®

70 / 100

Exceptionally walkable

Walkability®

100 / 100

Strong public transit

Transit®

80 / 100
Source: Local Logic
Sources: Local Logic

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