Roslindale

Roslindale is a primarily residential neighborhood of Boston, Massachusetts.

Roslindale

Roslindale is a primarily residential neighborhood of Boston, Massachusetts.

Welcome to Roslindale

Once known as Boston's “garden suburb”, residents of Roslindale still enjoy the neighborhood's natural beauty to this day. Coupled with strong cultural diversity, you won't find in many other Boston neighborhoods with such a strong sense of community pride. Learn more about Roslindale real estate below.
 

About Roslindale

Roslindale is a primarily residential neighborhood of Boston, Massachusetts.
 
Roslindale Village is the city's original Main Street district. Today, there's a vibrant shopping and dining area with lots of unique shops and independently owned bistros.
 
Roslindale is well served by public transport, meaning downtown Boston is just minutes away. There's an MBTA Commuter Rail line, several MBTA bus lines and the MBTA Orange Line in nearby Jamaica Plain.
 
The area is also bordered by Jamaica Plain, Hyde Park, West Roxbury and Mattapan.
 

Roslindale, MA Real Estate

The Roslindale real estate market features a wide mix of homes for sale.
 
Roslindale is a very attractive place for home buyers as there are quite a number of single-family homes for sale - while the area retains more of an urban feel. There are also many condos for sale in the area, as many of the area's old colonial homes have now been redeveloped to help house the City's growing population.
 
When it comes to the Roslindale real estate market, the demand for housing outstrips the supply. As a result, prospective buyers should be prepared to get offers in early, and to be strategic with their bidding.
 
So, if you're thinking about buying a home in Roslindale, we recommend you work with an experienced real estate professional. Warren Real Estate is an expert in Boston and Roslindale real estate. Get in touch to arrange a viewing today!
 

Living in Roslindale

Roslindale is a hugely popular place to live for many reasons - one of them is that there's always something to do here.
 
Roslindale is home to the Arnold Arboretum. This 265-acre park is part of Boston's Emerald Necklace. It's both Harvard University's botanical research institution and a free public park - and makes for a beautiful place to get some fresh air and get your steps in.

Property Listings

For Sale
MLS® 73355082

$8,000,000

4507-4525 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02131
8,351 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 73436920

$2,095,000

142 Birch Street, Boston, MA 02131
8 Beds 6 Baths 4,200 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 73436663

$1,889,000

127 Selwyn St, Boston, Boston, MA 02131
8 Beds 6 Baths 3,925 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 73431962

$1,599,900

34 Averton St, Boston, MA 02131
9 Beds 3 Baths 4,393 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 73416204

$1,425,000

242 Belgrade Ave, Boston, MA 02131
7 Beds 3 Baths 3,795 Sq.Ft.
Pending
MLS® 73432099

$1,399,990

28-30 Mt. Hope Street, Boston, MA 02131
10 Beds 4 Baths 3,722 Sq.Ft.
Pending
MLS® 73436358

$1,350,000

89 Glendower Rd., Boston, MA 02131
9 Beds 3 Baths 4,287 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 73446021

$1,325,000

103-105 Neponset Ave, Boston, MA 02131
6 Beds 5 Baths 2,640 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 73425782

$1,299,000

75 Glendower Rd, Boston, Boston, MA 02131
9 Beds 4 Baths 4,248 Sq.Ft.
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Overview for Roslindale, MA

31,564 people live in Roslindale, where the median age is 38.1 and the average individual income is $58,481. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

31,564

Total Population

38.1 years

Median Age

High

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

$58,481

Average individual Income

Around Roslindale, MA

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

89
Very Walkable
Walking Score
42
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score
63
Good Transit
Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Gymaica Personal Trainers, Crossfit Coolidge Corner, and David Dorothy Ramler Park.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Gymaica Personal Trainers Logo
Active 2.47 miles 10 reviews 5/5 stars
Crossfit Coolidge Corner Logo
Active 3.66 miles 24 reviews 5/5 stars
David Dorothy Ramler Park Logo
Active 4.23 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Tia the Toner Logo
Active 4.73 miles 16 reviews 5/5 stars
Shamso Hair Studio & Spa Logo
Beauty 4.32 miles 10 reviews 5/5 stars
The Peabo Frank Experience Logo
Beauty 4.7 miles 23 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Roslindale, MA

Population Households Employment

Roslindale has 12,449 households, with an average household size of 2.5. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Roslindale do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 31,564 people call Roslindale home. The population density is 11,322.81 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

31,564

Total Population

High

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

38.1

Median Age

48.95 / 51.05%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

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
12,449

Total Households

2.5

Average Household Size

$58,481

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

Blue Collar:

White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in Roslindale, MA

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Mixed Schools ()
The following schools are within or nearby Roslindale. 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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School rating

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