West Roxbury

West Roxbury is a lovely neighborhood located in the southwest corner of the City of Boston.

Welcome to West Roxbury

One of the more suburban-style neighborhoods of Boston, West Roxbury is a great option for people wanting to be close to the city but also have a bit more space. Most homes in West Roxbury are single-family and are good alternatives to the higher-priced residences found in neighboring Brookline. Learn more about West Roxbury real estate below.
 

About West Roxbury

West Roxbury is a lovely neighborhood located in the southwest corner of the City of Boston.
 
Downtown Boston is about a 10 mile drive via VFW Parkway, and about a 40 minute trip using public transport on the Needham Line. West Roxbury is bordered by other popular Boston neighborhoods, such as Roslindale, Hyde Park and Brookline.
 
West Roxbury's main commercial section runs along Centre Street, which is full of popular restaurants, bakeries, coffee shops, as well as a variety of shops and boutiques.
 
The neighborhood is known for its civic activism and youth programs. It's also home to Roxbury Latin High School, which was founded in 1645 and is the oldest continuously running school in North America.
 

West Roxbury, MA Real Estate

Living in West Roxbury offers residents a suburban vibe, with an abundance of tree-lined streets and single-family homes.
 
The West Roxbury real estate market features many single-family homes for sale, typically somewhere in the $600,000 range. This is a great deal when you compare it to the cost of condos closer to downtown Boston. And, as it's easy for those living in West Roxbury to commute downtown, it makes a lot of sense for people to settle here.
 
The lower cost of living, good transport links, extra space and the quality neighborhood hangouts on Centre Street all combine to make West Roxbury a popular place for young families to settle down.
 
At Warren Residential, our agents are experts in West Roxbury real estate. Get in touch and we can help you find your dream Boston home for sale today!
 

Living in West Roxbury

Similar to most Boston neighborhoods, living in West Roxbury means you'll always have something fun to do.
 
West Roxbury is home to both Brook Farm and Millennium Park. These two parks offer several acres of green space - making them the ideal place for walking, jogging and picnicking. You'll also find playing fields for sports and kids playgrounds here.
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Overview for West Roxbury, MA

27,162 people live in West Roxbury, where the median age is 43 and the average individual income is $75,135. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

27,162

Total Population

43 years

Median Age

High

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

$75,135

Average individual Income

Around West Roxbury, MA

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

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Somewhat Bikeable
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Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Crossfit Coolidge Corner, Big Picture Art House, and Rozzie Fitness.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Active 4.45 miles 24 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 4.32 miles 14 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 1.41 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Beauty 3.91 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Beauty 3.02 miles 15 reviews 5/5 stars
Beauty 3.86 miles 9 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for West Roxbury, MA

West Roxbury has 11,250 households, with an average household size of 2. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in West Roxbury do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 27,162 people call West Roxbury home. The population density is 11,406.112 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

27,162

Total Population

High

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

43

Median Age

48.43 / 51.57%

Men vs Women

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11,250

Total Households

2

Average Household Size

$75,135

Average individual Income

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Schools in West Roxbury, MA

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The following schools are within or nearby West 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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