Roxbury

Modern day Roxbury is a welcoming, diverse place - full of locals who take great pride in their neighborhood.

Welcome to Roxbury

The wonderful Roxbury area is made up of several historic districts. In each of these districts, you'll find many wonderful restaurants, museums, and cultural sites that reflect the neighborhood's rich diversity and history. Keep reading to find out more! Learn more about Roxbury real estate below.
 

About Roxbury

Roxbury was one of the first towns founded in the Massachusetts Bay Colony in 1630. It became a city in 1846, before being annexed to Boston in 1868.
 
The neighborhood later became known for its large Irish, Latvian and Jewish communities. Then, by the mid-20th century, it had become the epicenter of Boston's black culture - the city says that today, Roxbury serves as the "heart of Black culture in Boston.”
 
Modern day Roxbury is a welcoming, diverse place - full of locals who take great pride in their neighborhood.
 
Like a lot of Boston neighborhoods, Roxbury is well served by public transport. The Roxbury Crossing stop is on the Orange Line, while the Jackson Square and Ruggles stops are just beyond the neighborhood's boundaries.
 
Dudley Square is on the Silver Line, while Uphams Corner and Newmarket have stops on the Commuter Rail.
 

Roxbury, MA Real Estate

Roxbury has seen incredible revitalization over the past few years.
 
New homes have led to new shops and restaurants popping up - helping to really transform the neighborhood. Roxbury is a super attractive place to live, and the real estate market here looks to be on the up - for the foreseeable future.
 
If you're looking for reasonably priced properties that are likely to see value increases in the future, look at houses near Roxbury's border with the Grove Hall area in Dorchester. There are currently a number of homes for sale there.
 
If you're thinking about buying a home in Roxbury, we recommend you start early and work with an experienced real estate professional. Warren Real Estate is an expert in Boston and Roxbury real estate. Get in touch to arrange a viewing today!
 

Living in Roxbury

So many things! It's hard to name them all, so here's a few reasons:
 
Art and history lovers will love living here. There are several historic sites in the area, including the 1747 Shirley-Eustis House and Abbotsford, a Victorian Gothic mansion housing the National Center of Afro-American Artists. The Roxbury Center for the Arts and Culture celebrates the culture of the community through visual and performing arts, and is also definitely worth a visit.

Property Listings

For Sale
MLS® 73410305

$5,000,000

9-45 Vale Street, Boston, MA 02119
For Sale
MLS® 73434977

$5,000,000

9-45 Vale Street, Boston, MA 02119
For Sale
MLS® 73435766

$3,700,000

27 Dudley St, Boston, Boston, MA 02119
14 Beds 11 Baths 6,509 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 73418709

$2,899,000

94 Walnut Ave, Boston, MA 02119
22 Beds 9 Baths 7,812 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 73427821

$2,750,000

10 Linwood Street, Boston, MA 02119
10 Beds 5 Baths 4,708 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 73427920

$2,699,900

26-28-30 Notre Dame, Boston, MA 02119
For Sale
MLS® 73419082

$2,600,000

39-41 W Walnut Park, Boston, MA 02119
14 Beds 6 Baths 4,300 Sq.Ft.
Pending
MLS® 73299334

$1,800,000

610-612 Shawmut, Boston, MA 02118
4 Baths 5,865 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 73418707

$1,719,000

69 Burrell St, Boston, MA 02119
15 Beds 6 Baths 5,816 Sq.Ft.
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Overview for Roxbury, MA

26,851 people live in Roxbury, where the median age is 35.3 and the average individual income is $32,553. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

26,851

Total Population

35.3 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$32,553

Average individual Income

Around Roxbury, MA

There's plenty to do around Roxbury, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

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Very Walkable
Walking Score
60
Bikeable
Bike Score
82
Excellent Transit
Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including mica - sweet creations, Dalongyi hotpot, and Swagger & Glide.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
mica - sweet creations Logo
Dining 4.76 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Dalongyi hotpot Logo
Dining 3.1 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Swagger & Glide Logo
Shopping 2.96 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 1.66 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Rozzie Fitness Logo
Active 3.64 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Katelyn Foley Pilates Logo
Active 1.2 miles 8 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Roxbury, MA

Population Households Employment

Roxbury has 11,764 households, with an average household size of 2.23. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Roxbury do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 26,851 people call Roxbury home. The population density is 16,624.2 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

26,851

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

35.3

Median Age

49.13 / 50.87%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

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0-9 Years

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10-17 Years

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18-24 Years

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25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
11,764

Total Households

2.23

Average Household Size

$32,553

Average individual Income

Households with Children

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Marital Status

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Blue vs White Collar Workers

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Commute Time

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15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in Roxbury, MA

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The following schools are within or nearby Roxbury. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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