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$699,885$474 / 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 94How 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 $6,200,000 on Dec 15, 2020

279 NORFOLK AVE

ROXBURY, MA 02119
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,478 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.
2,861 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1910
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$700K
$656K low$744K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$6,200,000 · Dec 15, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,522 (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.$563,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$169,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$394,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$603,440

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.36 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.81%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.0.2 percent flood zone

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

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
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.2012
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.07
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
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(5)

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
Samuel W. Mason Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.3 mi
M
Orchard Gardens K-8 SchoolF
Middle · Grades PK–8 · 0.7 mi
H
Henry Dearborn STEM AcademyF
High · Grades 6–12 · 0.7 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

279 Norfolk 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 more than 72% of homes in Roxbury 02119
  • Costs less per square foot than 74% of homes in Suffolk County
  • Smaller than 69% of homes in Roxbury 02119

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
$278K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 72% of 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$699,885
CheaperTypical $565,602Pricier

Pricier than 72% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$474
CheaperTypical $405Pricier

Pricier than 68% of homes nearby

Living area1,478 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,034 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 31% of homes nearby

Lot size2,861 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,614 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 54% of homes nearby

Year built1910
OlderTypical 1905Newer

Newer than 63% of homes nearby

How 279 Norfolk Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRoxburyRoxbury 02119Suffolk County
Estimated valuepricier than$699,88571% of homes72% of homes48% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$47462% of homes68% of homes26% of homes
Living areabigger than1,478 ft²35% of homes31% of homes50% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,861 ft²53% of homes54% of homes53% of homes
Year builtnewer than191062% of homes63% of homes45% of homes

About 279 Norfolk Ave

How much is 279 Norfolk Ave, Roxbury, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 279 Norfolk Ave, Roxbury, MA is $699,885 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $656,060 to $743,710. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 279 Norfolk Ave, Roxbury, MA last sell?

279 Norfolk Ave, Roxbury, MA last sold on Dec 15, 2020 for $6,200,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 279 Norfolk Ave, Roxbury, MA?

279 Norfolk Ave, Roxbury, MA has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,478 square feet of living space and a 0.07-acre lot.

When was 279 Norfolk Ave, Roxbury, MA built?

279 Norfolk Ave, Roxbury, MA was built in 1910, making it 116 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 279 Norfolk Ave, Roxbury, MA?

279 Norfolk Ave, Roxbury, MA is assigned to Samuel W. Mason Elementary School (elementary), rated D-; Orchard Gardens K-8 School (middle), rated F; Henry Dearborn STEM Academy (high), rated F. All sit in Boston School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 279 Norfolk Ave, Roxbury, MA compare to other homes in Roxbury 02119?

Among the 3,631 homes in Roxbury 02119, it is worth more than 72% of them ($699,885 against a typical $565,602), its price per square foot is higher than 68% of them ($474 against a typical $405), it is bigger than 31% of them (1,478 ft² against a typical 2,034 ft²), its lot is bigger than 54% of them (2,861 ft² against a typical 2,614 ft²) and it is newer than 63% of them (1910 against a typical 1905). Measured against all of Suffolk County, it is worth more than 48% 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 279 Norfolk Ave, Roxbury, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 279 Norfolk Ave, Roxbury, MA was $6,522. The county assessed it at $563,200.

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