Roxbury

Welcome to Roxbury

Roxbury is a neighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts, and one of the original towns founded in the United States. It was situated near a large transportation route that led to its rapid growth.

As one of the original towns established in Boston, Roxbury was founded in the Massachusetts Bay Colony in 1630. It held the only land route to the capital, making it one of the most important trades and transportation hubs at the time. 

There are many large homes for sale in the area, as well as condos and rentals. The median price for a home in Roxbury is $649,730, making this suburb approachable and welcoming. Homes are typically Craftsman, modern, or Colonial in style, which means you’ll be able to find someplace perfect for you

What to Love

• Ample accessibility to the area’s robust amenities
• Proximity to eclectic eateries inspired by global cuisine
• Lively, outgoing atmosphere 

People & Lifestyle

Due to urban development, the area is very convenient. Oftentimes, as is the case with Roxbury, urban communities have better-built homes and public transportation that makes getting around the area easier at a lower price. Everything is also easily accessible due to its location and transportation routes.

Those who live in Roxbury come from diverse backgrounds. Young professionals typically move to this neighborhood for its energetic ambiance, and the population has large African American, Hispanic, and Asian communities. Families will feel right at home here, inspired by the area’s culture, arts, and history. 

Dining, Entertainment & Shopping 

Roxbury is home to many great restaurants and shopping venues, which are easily accessible due to public transport.

When it comes to shopping, make sure to check out South Bay, a large shopping center in the heart of Roxbury. You’ll find almost everything you need here from home decor to electronics and apparel to appliances. 

For something to eat, Merengue Restaurant offers a menu of Dominican dishes, a beautiful

interior, and a bar that’s great for a casual night out. Haley House Bakery Café also serves great fare infused with local, diverse flavors. Nubian Square is dotted with African restaurants where you’ll find eccentric flavors on the menu that keep you coming back for more.

Things to Do

A part of Boston, Roxbury is alive with things to do both indoors and outdoors. The following are just a few opportunities you don’t want to miss. 

Held nearby in Boston, the Boston Pizza Festival is dedicated to many people’s favorite food. There’s also the Levitate Festival, which hosts live music and art for attendees to enjoy.

There are many parks for Roxbury residents to enjoy alongside their Boston neighbors. These include Harambee Park, where locals can play sports and children can have fun in the jungle gyms. Explore Franklin Park Zoo, known for its forested western lowland gorilla enclosure, to get up close with exotic wildlife. There’s also Roxbury Heritage State Park, which holds a nice piece of history.

Schools

Roxbury is home to several excellent schools. Top educational opportunities include:

• Higginson Elementary School
• Higginson-Lewis K-8 School
• Saint Patrick School Roxbury, a Catholic School