West Roxbury, Boston
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Boston is an historic city of contrasts. Ancient red-brick sidewalks twist past handsome Federalist houses on the way to soaring glass towers housing state-of-the-art technology. The sports teams are the best loved and the most hated at one and the same time. Residents are fiercely protective of their neighborhoods and fiercely critical of the MBTA, the government and the weather.
In the harbors of Boston lie both the majestic U.S.S. Constitution, still commissioned to fight America's battles, and scores of sleek white fiberglass pleasure boats.
There are tiny restaurants tucked into rosy brick town houses on Beacon Hill and huge restaurants on the dizzying tops of skyscrapers in the downtown. Food ranges from the most radical of nouvelle chic to downhome Cajun. Boston is a diverse modern city of neighborhoods.
From the North End to Bay Village, Back Bay to the South End, Jamaica Plain to Charlestown, thecity shows its diversity of populations, of languages, of foods and philosophies. Immigrants from every corner of the globe have been welcomed by the city and re-shaped into Americans whose memories and customs enrich the community.
Boston is a city where politics is everyone's hobby but sports are taken very seriously; where you can hear six different languages in Filene's Basement in one morning; where the world's largest record store and the stately dome of the Mother Church of Christian Science are in the same neighborhood, and where gilded stone lions and a towering 60-story wedge of glass comfortably rub shoulders.
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School System Info
MCAS Ranking (of 351 towns) in State:
10th Grade Math: |
154 |
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10th Grade Eng: |
163 |
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8th Grade Math: |
169 |
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8th Grade Eng: |
179 |
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8th Grade Science: |
182 |
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4th Grade Math: |
213 |
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4th Grade Eng: |
230 |
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Spending/Student:
$11,795
Average SAT scores:
1349
Student/Teacher Ratios:
11.7 to 1
Community
Population:599,351 Median Income in town: $51,688 Population Density: (people per square mile)
Crime Rate (per 1000 residents):
Property: 47.3 / 1,000
Violent: 12.2 / 1,000
Real Estate
Number of active:
Singles/Condos/Multis:
74
/ 39
/ 5
Median home price this year: N/A Median home price last year: $335,000
Median home price 5 yrs ago: $380,000
% change since last year: N/A
% change since 5 years ago: -13%
Avg single family tax bill:
$3,093
Transportation
Rail info: (T stops, commuter rail stops)
Back Bay Bellevue (Needham Line) Fairmount (Fairmount Line) Forest Hills (Needham Line) Highland (Needham Line) Hyde Park (Franklin Line) Hyde Park (Providence/Stoughton Line) JFK/Umass Morton Street (Fairmount Line) North Station Readville (Fairmount Line) Roslindale Village (Needham Line) Ruggles South Station Uphams Corner Station (Fairmount Line) West Roxbury (Needham Line) Yawkey
Subway info:
Red Line Green Line Orange Line Blue Line
Bus lines:
1, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31, 32, 33, 34, 34E, 35, 36, 37, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 43, 44, 45, 47, 48, 50, 51, 52, 55, 57, 60, 65, 66, 89, 90, 91, 92, 93, 95, 110, 111, 112, 114, 116, 117, 118
Miles to Boston:
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Drive time to Boston (minutes):
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RECENT LISTING
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$474,000
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$475,000
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Center entrance colonial with four bedrooms and partially finished basement in very good condition. Home features two and one half baths. Some minor wear and tear, otherwise a lovely home. See firm remarks.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$263,500
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Welcome to this charming 2 bedroom, 2 bath updated condo with very convenient first floor living! Walk into an open, fireplace living room with sliders to private balcony. Step up to a dining/kitchen area, or down the hall to bedrooms, baths, and laundry. Two good sized closets in master bedroom. Newer central A/C, carpets, windows, cabinets, and counter tops. Laundry in unit and extra storage available. See condo rules/regs for all restrictions. Come See!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$425,000
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Partial restoration of an early Mansard roof Victorian. Stunning interior features 9-foot ceilings, formal livingroom with original circular medallion, oversized dining room/family room--your call. Huge kitchen and half-bath needs renovation. 2nd floor features an outstanding new, 4-piece tile bath (very high end), 3 bedrooms, master with sharp Ikea built-in closet. Very cool home office, wonderful color choices, lovely gardens, fenced yard, horseshoe pit. Convenient location. A real gem!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$339,900
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1st O H 5/ 20 @ 12:30pm - 2:00 Spacious Colonial 7 rooms, 4 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, additional finished 3rd floor, enclosed front porch with beautiful original stained glass window and many charming details. 2nd floor has summer sleeping porch - all natural woodwork & hardwood floors throughout, finished room in basement w/ separate heating zone,all systems updated! heating system ' 98, roof 2002, front porch 2005, electric 2012 This excellent home is a solid value! Come see!!
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$299,000
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Sunny and Bright 3 Bedroom Duplex in Fabulous Location. Updated Kitchen with Stainless Steel Appliances leads to deck for outdoor dining and overlooks spacious fenced in backyard. Open Floor plan with pretty dining room and good size living room. Hardwood Floors, 3 bedrooms, and bonus of finished basement to use as office or playroom. Showings begin at Open House Sunday 12-2. Great Value!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$599,000
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Private oasis in West Roxbury! Sprawling multi level ranch tucked away on a secluded .26 acres yet close to all. Upgrades include new chef's kitchen with granite counters, island & S/S appliances, 2 renovated tile baths, new windows, new exterior doors, gleaming floors, fresh interior paint. 3 season sunroom overlooks park-like grounds & woodlands. Perfect for a large family. Three 1st floor bedrooms, two on the 2nd floor with supersize closets & 2 rooms in the lower level.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$529,900
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Stunning 5 bedroom Colonial with lots of character. Wonderful entry foyer. Dining room with ornamental fireplace. Eat-in kitchen with granite and wainscotting. Half bath with marble floor. Lovely patio. Brand new roof in 2011. New oil tank in 2012. Good size bedrooms. High ceilings. Close to T and shops.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$479,900
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*1st OH 5/20@12:30-2 * Come see this Handsome 8room Colonial " House Beautiful" so many charming details * Lovely Foyer cozy window seats in fireplaced living room and dining room inviting front & back porches are like extra rooms * Gorgeous New cherry SS kitchen w/ granite * Beautiful New Baths * Central AIR New electric New windows New plumbing * Good looking New Fence & Patio for sweet yard * large closets * Super 3rd floor has 2 additional rooms (unheated) all systems updated
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$329,900
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RARELY AVAILABLE*DONT MISS THIS TOP FLOOR FRONT FACING UNIT *SS/GRANITE/CHERRY CABINET KITCHEN GRANITE BREAKFAST BAR & DINING AREA *LIVING ROOM OPEN FLOOR PLAN*LOADS OF WINDOWS* HARDWOOD FLOORS*A PRIVATE MASTER BEDROOM SUITE FULL MARBLE TILED BATH & WALK IN CLOSET*LARGE 2ND BEDROOM*2ND FULL BATH WITH MARBLE&GRANITE*IN UNIT LAUNDRY*CENTRAL AIR*GARAGE PARKING*EXTRA STORAGE*THIS UNIT HAS THE LOWEST CONDO FEE OF $136.50 *HWY*MBTA*WR SHOPS & RESTAURANTS
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$259,000
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**The Heart of West Roxbury* Affordable 2 bedroom sun filled top unit located in the sought after Highland area. High ceilings, gorgeous kitchen with SS appliances and hardwood floors. *Steps to Boston train, Bakery, Roche Bros, Starbucks and many restaurants and conveniences of Centre St *Perfect floor plan ideal for any buyer* Loads of closets plus huge storage area in attic and baseme with washer/dryer **BONUS PRIVATE PARKING** This home is convenient to Boston's Longwood Medical.Call today~!
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$311,900
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Very nice 2 bedroom, 2 bath condo on the 4th floor of an elevator building with an outdoor pool. Spacious balcony overlooks a beautiful landscape. Master bedroom suite with master bath and walk-in closet. Renovated bathrooms and updated, fully equipped kitchen with stainless steel appliances & granite counters. Extra storage in the basement. Pets are welcomed in the building.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$598,000
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Sunkissed 3BR Col with natural wood mouldings & oak floors exudes warmth and charm. FRPL LR flows to DR w china cab for effortless entertaining. BIg EIK and adjoining cathedral ceiling family room w skylight is this home's fun center! Great deck for summer sunning. 3 good sized BR designed for childhood dreaming. Endless possibilites in spacious walk up attic. Bonus finished LL room w sep entrance is perfect home office. Conv.commuter location. Best yet-choose Boston or Brookine Schools!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$449,500
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Come see this Gorgeous Large colonial that offers a spacious & bright living room with high ceilings, beautiful crown molding, and hardwood floors. Open kitchen and dining area, plenty of closet space, storage throughout, and a partially finished basement (perfect for a game room). Newer roof with updated electrical and plumbing. Nicely maintained backyard and detached garage.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$369,000
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Charming colonial located on tree-lined street in the Arboreteum area. Pretty entrance into fireplaced living room with dental molding and original woodwork. Formal dining room with two built-in corner cabinets. Spacious master bedroom with generous closet space. Small sunporch off living room leads to large level back yard. Newer heating system and hot water. A little TLC will make this home special. Convenient to Longwood Medical.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$149,000
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***Must See! Well Maintained TWO bedroom Corner Unit in Great Location on a Bus line! Perfect for First Time Buyers or for an investment at a Great Price!!, Spacious Living Room with Sliding Doors To Balcony. Modern kitchen with a breakfast bar area complete the open and contemporary floor plan. Great value added with soothing paint colors, Pergo flooring, and generous sized bedrooms and closets. THIS IS A MUST SEE!!***
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$194,000
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This top floor corner 2-bedroom is bright and welcoming with windows on three sides. Enjoy refinished hardwood floors, fresh paint, a renovated bath complete with Restoration Hardware finishes, subway surround tile and ceramic mosaic floor. Updated open kitchen with breakfast bar, newer appliances including full d/w, and new ceramic tile. GREAT location on Brookline/Newton border. Close to major highways, hospitals, and shopping. Very close to the Train and town center. Well-kept building!
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$374,900
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Picture perfect renovation blending period charm and modern elements. Unit #2 feat: Gut renovated kitchen maple cream glazed cabinets, granite and Stainless, 2 new bath and laundry in unit. Dramatic 500+ sq ft. 3rd level master bed w/ skylights, bath w/ glass shower and walk in clst. Oversized Living room with wood burning fireplace and beautiful millwork. New eff. windows. New driveway w/garage pk & auto door. Open House Saturday 5/19 12-2pm Sunday 5/20 11-12:30pm
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$309,900
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SWEET BUNGALOW CONTEMPORARY STYLE SMOTHERED IN ORIGINAL WOODWORK, BEAMED CEILINGS AND ALL HARDWOOD FLOORS*FIREPLACED OVERSIZED LIVING ROOM*FORMAL DINING ROOM*CUTE KITCHEN*4 BEDROOMS OR 3 WITH A HOME OFFICE* NEW FULL BATHROOM*FABULOUS YARD SURROUNDED BY TREE'S*FRONT SITTING PORCH*THIS IS A GEM*GREAT COMMUTER LOCATION*WEST ROXBURY SHOPS RESTAURANTS
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$359,900
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Sweet Cape with 1 car garage is in a terrific West Roxbury neighborhood of well maintained single family homes. Cozy living room with brick fireplace, generously sized updated kitchen with oak cabinets, gas cooking, and breakfast bar. Sliders to deck overlooking large private yard with stone patio. Convenient location near VA hospital, VFW Parkway, and public transportation.
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