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Why Boston homebuyers are drawn to West Roxbury
Tree-lined streets and historic homes bring suburban vibes to West Roxbury, one of Boston’s southern neighborhoods. Once a farming community, the area is home to parks, woodland and trails, some following the path of the Charles River. While you’ll enjoy more green space here than in Downtown Boston, you won’t have to sacrifice city conveniences. Centre Street is a walkable thoroughfare with locally owned shops and restaurants serving globally inspired cuisine, and commuter rail and bus routes allow for easy commuting.
West Roxbury is home to Brook Farm, a historic site where a Transcendentalist-inspired community took root in the 1840s.
Historic homes and mature trees line the streets in West Roxbury.
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West Roxbury has homes and prices to suit a wide range of budgets
Condos and townhomes are usually available, but single-family homes dominate the housing mix. Some Craftsman bungalows, Colonial Revivals and American Foursquares date to the early 1900s, and midcentury ranch-style and Cape Cod homes add a little variety. Mature trees shade the sidewalks and small front yards. “Some of the streets there are just gorgeous,” says Linda Burnett, a real estate agent with Insight Realty Group who’s been selling in the area since 1989. Sale prices start in the lower $300,000s for basic condos and climb to the mid-$2 millions for luxury townhomes in gated communities. Many single-family homes fetch prices closer to the median home sale price of $740,000. If you’re thinking about expanding your search, the town of Dedham has a higher median home sale price, but its residential property tax rate is a bit lower. Roslindale, another Boston neighborhood with suburban charm, offers a lower median home sale price.
West Roxbury offers many single-family homes, some dating to the early 1900s.
Colonial Revival homes are common throughout the neighborhood.
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Local parks have walking trails and other outdoor amenities
Each of West Roxbury's parks and green spaces has distinctive charm and character. Millennium Park, built on the site of an old landfill along the Charles River, spans about 100 acres with miles of trails, sports fields, a playground and a canoe launch. At some of the park’s high points, you can take in views of the surrounding Blue Hills. Visitors to the D. Blakely Hoar Sanctuary try to spot birds and other wildlife on the walking path that weaves through woods and wetlands. The Brook Farm Historic Site offers a quiet retreat with a hiking trail adjacent to The Gardens at Gethsemane Cemetery.
Millennium Park has sports fields and playgrounds.
Many of West Roxbury's green spaces are dog-friendly.
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Students can attend highly rated public or private schools
West Roxbury is part of the Boston Public Schools district, which uses a home-based school choice method for K-8 students. Families are given a customized list of schools that’s tied to their home address, and students are assigned based on their ranked preferences and availability. One nearby option is the highly rated Lyndon K-8 School, which partners with the local YMCA to offer before- and after-school programming. The neighborhood is home to two highly rated all-boys private high schools: The Roxbury Latin School and Catholic Memorial School. Niche ranks Roxbury Latin as the No. 1 all-boys high school in the state.
The Lyndon K-8 School is a highly rated public school option.
Roxbury Latin School is a highly rated all-boys high school.
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Shopping and dining options surround Centre Street
West Roxbury offers an eclectic dining scene. Here are some of the highlights:
Recreo Coffee & Roasterie, a farm-to-cup coffee shop that sources its beans from the owners’ family farm in Nicaragua
Sharon Korean Kitchen, featuring homestyle specialties like bibimbap and kimchi fried rice
Corrib Pub & Restaurant, an Irish-American joint with a loyal neighborhood following
Boston Ale House, an upscale sports bar serving craft beer, cocktails and pub grub
Sugar Baking Co., known for tempting baked treats, especially its signature “Bramble”
You’ll find a wealth of local shops in this area, too. Residents enjoy browsing through places like:
Pretty Moon Mercantile and Tea Bar, specializing in gifts, home goods and fragrant tea blends
Top it Off, where you can buy women’s clothing and stylish accessories
Roche Bros., a neighborhood supermarket with a full deli and bakery
In nearby Newton, you can indulge in more retail therapy at The Shops at Chestnut Hill, a mall that’s home to the only Bloomingdale’s in Massachusetts.
Recreo Coffee Shop serves up fresh Nicaraguan coffee in West Roxbury.
West Roxbury residents can pick up groceries at Roche Bros. supermarket.
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How to get around Boston from West Roxbury
Sidewalks make the neighborhood walkable, but most residents rely on cars or public transit to get around the city. Centre Street, West Roxbury Parkway and VFW Parkway are the primary thoroughfares, and the 14-mile drive to Downtown Boston usually takes about half an hour in light traffic. Commuters have access to three MBTA commuter rail stations: West Roxbury, Highland and Bellevue, all connecting to downtown. Several MBTA bus routes serve the area as well, and parts of VFW Parkway have dedicated bike lanes.
Seasonal events fill the social calendar
The neighborhood hosts events throughout the year, many of which are coordinated by local organizations like West Roxbury Main Streets. “The community is very active and engaged,” Burnett says. “The people who live there love it — and they like to celebrate it.” Examples include the annual West Roxbury Art Walk, where locals display their artwork in the storefront windows along Centre Street. In June, runners hit the streets for the Corrib Classic 5K and celebrate with beer and barbecue afterward. The Corey Street Farmers Market, typically held on Sundays from June through October, hosts vendors selling everything from fresh produce and seafood to artisan cheeses and baked goods.
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West Roxbury Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in West Roxbury, Boston sell after 28 days on the market compared to the national average of 58 days. The median sale price for homes in West Roxbury, Boston over the last 12 months is $740,000, up 8% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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