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$529,612$452 / 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 93How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $238,000 on Jun 29, 2004

261 METROPOLITAN AVE

ROSLINDALE, MA 02131
Building report
1
Beds
1
Baths
1,171 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.
1,171 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1875
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$530K
$491K low$569K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$238,000 · Jun 29, 2004
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$268,894
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$215,115
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.46%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$260,718
ROCKET MORTGAGE · R · recorded Oct 20, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,031 (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.$348,100 (2025)
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$348,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$577,030

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Condominium
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.2004
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.03
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.

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

E
George H. Conley Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.1 mi
M
Washington Irving Middle School
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.5 mi
H
Another Course To CollegeF
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.9 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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

261 Metropolitan 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.

  • Worth less than 86% of homes in Roslindale 02131
  • Costs less per square foot than 79% of homes in Suffolk County
  • Smaller than 76% of homes in Roslindale 02131
  • Has a smaller lot than 87% of homes in Roslindale 02131
  • Among the oldest 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.

This home
$349K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 14% 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$529,612
CheaperTypical $696,479Pricier

Pricier than 14% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$452
CheaperTypical $502Pricier

Pricier than 27% of homes nearby

Living area1,171 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,650 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 24% of homes nearby

Lot size1,171 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.11 acBigger

Bigger than 13% of homes nearby

Year built1875
OlderTypical 1920Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 261 Metropolitan Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRoslindale 02131Suffolk County
Estimated valuepricier than$529,61214% of homes21% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$45227% of homes21% of homes
Living areabigger than1,171 ft²24% of homes37% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1,171 ft²13% of homes30% of homes
Year builtnewer than1875almost no homes4% of homes

About 261 Metropolitan Ave

How much is 261 Metropolitan Ave, Roslindale, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 261 Metropolitan Ave, Roslindale, MA is $529,612 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $490,587 to $568,637. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 261 Metropolitan Ave, Roslindale, MA last sell?

261 Metropolitan Ave, Roslindale, MA last sold on Jun 29, 2004 for $238,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 261 Metropolitan Ave, Roslindale, MA?

261 Metropolitan Ave, Roslindale, MA has 1 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,171 square feet of living space and a 0.03-acre lot.

When was 261 Metropolitan Ave, Roslindale, MA built?

261 Metropolitan Ave, Roslindale, MA was built in 1875, making it 151 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 261 Metropolitan Ave, Roslindale, MA?

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

How does 261 Metropolitan Ave, Roslindale, MA compare to other homes in Roslindale 02131?

Among the 7,665 homes in Roslindale 02131, it is worth more than 14% of them ($529,612 against a typical $696,479), its price per square foot is higher than 27% of them ($452 against a typical $502), it is bigger than 24% of them (1,171 ft² against a typical 1,650 ft²), its lot is bigger than 13% of them (1,171 ft² against a typical 0.11 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1875 against a typical 1920). Measured against all of Suffolk County, it is worth more than 21% 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 261 Metropolitan Ave, Roslindale, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 261 Metropolitan Ave, Roslindale, MA was $4,031. The county assessed it at $348,100.

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