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$1,319,991$467 / 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 88How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $188,500 on Jun 27, 1997

171 SCHOOL ST

BOSTON, MA 02119
5
Beds
3 / 1
Baths
2,828 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.
0.16 ac
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.
10
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
4
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$1.3M
$1.2M low$1.5M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$188,500 · Jun 27, 1997

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$12,188 (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.$1,052,500 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$353,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$698,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$994,400

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.Two Family
CountySuffolk
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1990
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.16
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Slate
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(8)

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

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

E
Ellis Mendell Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.0 mi
H
Greater Egleston Community High School
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.2 mi
M
Rafael Hernandez K-8 SchoolB-
Middle · Grades PK–8 · 0.3 mi

District: Boston School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02119These 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.148
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.101
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.77

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.20%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.29%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.29,494
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.17,246 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$44,213
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$71,290
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 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

171 School St 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Roxbury 02119
  • Costs less per square foot than 95% of homes in Jamaica Plain
  • Bigger than 82% of homes in Suffolk County
  • Has a bigger lot than 92% of homes in Roxbury 02119
  • Older than 77% of homes in Jamaica Plain

What homes are worth in Roxbury 02119

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

This home
$274K$1.2M

This home is worth more than almost all homes in Roxbury 02119.

How it measures up in Roxbury 02119

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Roxbury 02119.

Estimated value$1,319,991
CheaperTypical $559,859Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$467
CheaperTypical $407Pricier

Pricier than 67% of homes nearby

Living area2,828 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,040 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 71% of homes nearby

Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 2,570 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 92% of homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1905Newer

Newer than 47% of homes nearby

How 171 School St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeJamaica PlainRoxbury 02119Suffolk County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,319,99186% of homesalmost all homes87% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$4675% of homes67% of homes27% of homes
Living areabigger than2,828 ft²81% of homes71% of homes82% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.16 ac89% of homes92% of homes89% of homes
Year builtnewer than190023% of homes47% of homes31% of homes

About 171 School St

How much is 171 School St, Boston, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 171 School St, Boston, MA is $1,319,991 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $1,161,854 to $1,478,128. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 171 School St, Boston, MA last sell?

171 School St, Boston, MA last sold on Jun 27, 1997 for $188,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 171 School St, Boston, MA?

171 School St, Boston, MA has 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,828 square feet of living space and a 0.16-acre lot.

When was 171 School St, Boston, MA built?

171 School St, Boston, MA was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. It is a two family home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 171 School St, Boston, MA?

171 School St, Boston, MA is assigned to Ellis Mendell Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Greater Egleston Community High School (high); Rafael Hernandez K-8 School (middle), rated B-. All sit in Boston School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 171 School St, Boston, MA compare to other homes in Roxbury 02119?

Among the 3,631 homes in Roxbury 02119, it is worth more than almost all of them ($1,319,991 against a typical $559,859), its price per square foot is higher than 67% of them ($467 against a typical $407), it is bigger than 71% of them (2,828 ft² against a typical 2,040 ft²), its lot is bigger than 92% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 2,570 ft²) and it is newer than 47% of them (1900 against a typical 1905). Measured against all of Suffolk County, it is worth more than 87% 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 171 School St, Boston, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 171 School St, Boston, MA was $12,188. The county assessed it at $1,052,500.

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