Triplex (3 Units, Any Combination)Residential
29 FOREST ST
ROXBURY, MA 02119
9
Beds
4
Baths
3,384 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.
1886
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
16
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
5
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.
Tax & Assessment
Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$11,401 (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.$984,500 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$226,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$758,300
Climate Risk
Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.36
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
59
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
88
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
32
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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.minimal
Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.
Property Facts
Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Triplex (3 Units, Any Combination)
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
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.2003
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.16
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.No Foundation
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Electric
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
Transaction History(7)
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.
ME
Henry Dearborn STEM AcademyC-
Middle · Grades 6–12 · 0.1 mi
Orchard Gardens K-8 SchoolD
Elementary · 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
29 Forest 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.
- Bigger than 89% of homes in Suffolk County
- Has a bigger lot than 92% of homes in Roxbury 02119
- Older than 94% of homes in Roxbury
How it measures up in Roxbury 02119
The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Roxbury 02119.
Living area3,384 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,052 ft²Bigger
Bigger than 80% of homes nearby
Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 2,614 ft²Bigger
Bigger than 92% of homes nearby
Year built1886
OlderTypical 1905Newer
Newer than 9% of homes nearby
| Measure | This home | Roxbury | Roxbury 02119 | Suffolk County |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Living areabigger than | 3,384 ft² | 75% of homes | 80% of homes | 89% of homes |
| Lot sizebigger than | 0.16 ac | 91% of homes | 92% of homes | 90% of homes |
| Year builtnewer than | 1886 | 6% of homes | 9% of homes | 8% of homes |
About 29 Forest St
When did 29 Forest St, Roxbury, MA last sell?
29 Forest St, Roxbury, MA last sold on Sep 12, 2012, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 5 recorded sales for this parcel.
How big is 29 Forest St, Roxbury, MA?
29 Forest St, Roxbury, MA has 9 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 3,384 square feet of living space and a 0.16-acre lot.
When was 29 Forest St, Roxbury, MA built?
29 Forest St, Roxbury, MA was built in 1886, making it 140 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 3 stories.
What schools serve 29 Forest St, Roxbury, MA?
29 Forest St, Roxbury, MA is assigned to Henry Dearborn STEM Academy (middle), rated C-; Orchard Gardens K-8 School (elementary), rated D. All sit in Boston School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.
How does 29 Forest St, Roxbury, MA compare to other homes in Roxbury 02119?
Among the 3,631 homes in Roxbury 02119, it is bigger than 80% of them (3,384 ft² against a typical 2,052 ft²), its lot is bigger than 92% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 2,614 ft²) and it is newer than 9% of them (1886 against a typical 1905). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.
What are the property taxes on 29 Forest St, Roxbury, MA?
The 2025 property tax bill for 29 Forest St, Roxbury, MA was $11,401. The county assessed it at $984,500.
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- 25 Forest St45 ft · 4 bd · 2 ba · 2,288 ft² · Sold $154K · Dec 2008
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