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$736,388$476 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 97How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $595,000 on Jan 25, 2024

161 BROWN AVE

ROSLINDALE, MA 02131
5
Beds
2
Baths
1,547 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
3,290 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1900
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$736K
$714K low$758K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$595,000 · Jan 25, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,332 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$633,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$195,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$437,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$647,805

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Colonial
CountySUFFOLK
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.08
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(3)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(1)

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
John D. Philbrick Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.1 mi
M
Washington Irving Middle School
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.3 mi
H
Another Course To CollegeD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 mi

District: Boston School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02131These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.70
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.105
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.73

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.26%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.29,422
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.10,044 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$104,779
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$134,833
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.48 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.58%

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How this home compares

161 Brown Ave measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Costs less per square foot than 73% of homes in Suffolk County
  • Has a smaller lot than 74% of homes in Roslindale 02131
  • Older than 84% of homes in Roslindale 02131

What homes are worth in Roslindale 02131

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

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$318K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 55% of homes in Roslindale 02131.

How it measures up in Roslindale 02131

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Roslindale 02131.

Estimated value$736,388
CheaperTypical $715,439Pricier

Pricier than 55% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$476
CheaperTypical $510Pricier

Pricier than 35% of homes nearby

Living area1,547 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,646 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 45% of homes nearby

Lot size3,290 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.11 acBigger

Bigger than 26% of homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1920Newer

Newer than 16% of homes nearby

How 161 Brown Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRoslindale 02131Suffolk County
Estimated valuepricier than$736,38855% of homes54% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$47635% of homes27% of homes
Living areabigger than1,547 ft²45% of homes53% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,290 ft²26% of homes56% of homes
Year builtnewer than190016% of homes31% of homes

About 161 Brown Ave

How much is 161 Brown Ave, Roslindale, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 161 Brown Ave, Roslindale, MA is $736,388 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $714,340 to $758,436. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 161 Brown Ave, Roslindale, MA last sell?

161 Brown Ave, Roslindale, MA last sold on Jan 25, 2024 for $595,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 161 Brown Ave, Roslindale, MA?

161 Brown Ave, Roslindale, MA has 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,547 square feet of living space and a 0.08-acre lot.

When was 161 Brown Ave, Roslindale, MA built?

161 Brown Ave, Roslindale, MA was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 161 Brown Ave, Roslindale, MA?

161 Brown Ave, Roslindale, MA is assigned to John D. Philbrick Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Washington Irving Middle School (middle); Another Course To College (high), rated D-. All sit in Boston School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 161 Brown Ave, Roslindale, MA compare to other homes in Roslindale 02131?

Among the 7,665 homes in Roslindale 02131, it is worth more than 55% of them ($736,388 against a typical $715,439), its price per square foot is higher than 35% of them ($476 against a typical $510), it is bigger than 45% of them (1,547 ft² against a typical 1,646 ft²), its lot is bigger than 26% of them (3,290 ft² against a typical 0.11 ac) and it is newer than 16% of them (1900 against a typical 1920). Measured against all of Suffolk County, it is worth more than 54% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 161 Brown Ave, Roslindale, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 161 Brown Ave, Roslindale, MA was $7,332. The county assessed it at $633,200.

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