The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 02132 sells for about $814,900, or $543 per square foot.
Homes take about 33 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $2,184 a month.
ZIP 02132 — Boston
The West Roxbury housing market remains competitive with limited inventory and steady demand for single-family homes. Prices have shown resilience, supported by the neighborhood's appeal to families and its relative affordability compared to neighboring communities like Brookline. Market activity is stable, with homes moving at a consistent pace.
This ZIP is ideal for families and professionals who desire a suburban atmosphere, good schools, and green space while remaining within the Boston city limits and maintaining access to the urban core.
Median prices moved sideways 0.0% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 33 days on market with 0.0 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
0% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 0% of asking — demand is holding steady.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 3.6% · poverty 4.3% — a stable, low-distress profile.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 02132, Suffolk County, MA
ACS 2024 5-year estimates. Aggregate published statistics for this ZIP — never individual records, and never an attribute of any individual property or resident.
The area is generally considered a safe residential neighborhood within Boston, with crime rates typically lower than the city-wide average.
West Roxbury is served by the Boston Public Schools system, with several well-regarded local elementary and middle schools that are highly sought after by families.
The area is not significantly prone to major natural disasters, though properties near the Charles River may have specific flood zone considerations.
The neighborhood maintains a stable, suburban-in-the-city character with consistent demand for single-family homes and limited new large-scale commercial development.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Massachusetts) — Massachusetts Local Property Tax: Ad valorem tax calculated as (Municipal Budget / Total Assessed Value of all taxable property) = Tax Rate per $1,000 of assessed value. Assessments must be at 100% of full and fair cash (market) value.
Residents benefit from access to the MBTA Commuter Rail (Needham Line) and several bus routes providing direct transit to downtown Boston and the Longwood Medical Area.
The area features significant green space including Millennium Park, the West Roxbury Parkway, and proximity to the Charles River, alongside local shopping and dining along Centre Street.
The rental market is characterized by high demand and low vacancy rates, driven by the neighborhood's appeal to families and professionals seeking a suburban feel within city limits.
The local economy is largely residential, with residents commuting to major employment hubs in downtown Boston, the Longwood Medical Area, and nearby suburban office parks.
The area is served by the MBTA Commuter Rail Needham Line and multiple bus routes, providing reliable transit access to the broader Boston metropolitan area.
Development is primarily focused on small-scale residential infill and renovations rather than large-scale commercial projects.
Parcels are subject to City of Boston municipal taxes and services, with no major MUD or PID districts reported.
Property insurance is standard for the region, with premiums influenced by typical New England weather risks and proximity to the coast.
Data retrieved from Census Bureau ZCTA profiles and local market reports.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
- Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum4.67.6 mi
- Supercharged Entertainment4.517.7 mi
- F1 Arcade Boston4.57.8 mi
- Museum of Illusions Boston4.57.9 mi
- Boda Borg Boston4.711.2 mi
- Fenway Park4.85.7 mi
- TD Garden4.67.9 mi
- Gillette Stadium4.614 mi
- Thomas M. Menino Convention & Exhibition Center4.57.4 mi
- Topgolf Boston - Canton3.95.9 mi
- Fenway Park4.85.7 mi
- Boston Common4.77.2 mi
- Museum of Fine Arts, Boston4.85.4 mi
- New England Aquarium4.48 mi
- Harvard Square4.66.8 mi
- Museum of Fine Arts, Boston4.85.4 mi
- Boston Public Library4.86.4 mi
- Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum4.75.2 mi
- Museum of Science4.77.7 mi
- Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum4.67.6 mi
- Boston Common4.77.2 mi
- Franklin Park Zoo4.44.1 mi
- Public Garden4.87 mi
- Charles River Esplanade4.86.8 mi
- Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University4.82.9 mi
- Community Boating, Inc.4.67.2 mi
- MIT Sailing Pavilion4.96.7 mi
- Atlantic Wharf4.67.6 mi
- Fan Pier Marina4.77.9 mi
- Squantum Yacht Club4.57.6 mi
- Topgolf Boston - Canton3.95.9 mi
- Granite Links Golf Club4.66.3 mi
- Robert T. Lynch Municipal Golf Course3.92.1 mi
- George Wright4.51.7 mi
- Newton Commonwealth Golf Course44.5 mi
- Encore Boston Harbor4.39.3 mi
- Natick Mall4.511.4 mi
- Prudential Center Boston4.56.2 mi
- Quincy Market4.57.8 mi
- Faneuil Hall Marketplace4.57.8 mi
- Boston Logan International Airport4.19.8 mi
- Park Shuttle & Fly4.510.7 mi
- The Lounge3.49.7 mi
- Boston Skydive Center529.7 mi
- DaCoopas Pizza4.19.8 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
A large municipal park featuring walking trails, sports fields, and scenic views of the Charles River.
The primary commercial corridor in West Roxbury, hosting a variety of local restaurants, cafes, and shops.
Key-figure check: median price corroborated by the published ten-year series (2025) (within 12.5%).