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$611,061$711 / 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 Jun 23, 2026
Last sold for $52,000 on Oct 15, 1999

79 POPLAR ST

ROSLINDALE, MA 02131
Building report
2
Beds
1
Baths
860 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.
860 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1930
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

$611K
$574K low$648K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$52,000 · Oct 15, 1999
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.$530,611
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$424,489
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.13%
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.$80,450
CENDANT MORTGAGE GROUP · recorded Apr 30, 2004

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,109 (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.$268,500 (2025)
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$268,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$525,635

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.9 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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.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.1981
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.02
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(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
Charles Sumner Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.2 mi
M
Washington Irving Middle School
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.2 mi
H
Another Course To CollegeF
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.5 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.Absentee owner
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

79 Poplar 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.

  • Worth less than 70% of homes in Roslindale 02131
  • Costs more per square foot than 97% of homes in Roslindale 02131
  • Smaller than 95% of homes in Roslindale 02131
  • Has a smaller lot than 96% 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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$331K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 30% 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$611,061
CheaperTypical $695,873Pricier

Pricier than 30% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$711
CheaperTypical $501Pricier

Pricier than 97% of homes nearby

Living area860 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,658 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 5% of homes nearby

Lot size860 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.11 acBigger

Bigger than 4% of homes nearby

Year built1930
OlderTypical 1920Newer

Newer than 64% of homes nearby

How 79 Poplar St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRoslindale 02131Suffolk County
Estimated valuepricier than$611,06130% of homes34% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$71197% of homes59% of homes
Living areabigger than860 ft²5% of homes20% of homes
Lot sizebigger than860 ft²4% of homes18% of homes
Year builtnewer than193064% of homes63% of homes

About 79 Poplar St

How much is 79 Poplar St, Roslindale, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 79 Poplar St, Roslindale, MA is $611,061 as of Jun 23, 2026. The likely range is $574,397 to $647,724. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 79 Poplar St, Roslindale, MA last sell?

79 Poplar St, Roslindale, MA last sold on Oct 15, 1999 for $52,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 79 Poplar St, Roslindale, MA?

79 Poplar St, Roslindale, MA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 860 square feet of living space and a 0.02-acre lot.

When was 79 Poplar St, Roslindale, MA built?

79 Poplar St, Roslindale, MA was built in 1930, making it 96 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 79 Poplar St, Roslindale, MA?

79 Poplar St, Roslindale, MA is assigned to Charles Sumner 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 79 Poplar St, Roslindale, MA compare to other homes in Roslindale 02131?

Among the 7,665 homes in Roslindale 02131, it is worth more than 30% of them ($611,061 against a typical $695,873), its price per square foot is higher than 97% of them ($711 against a typical $501), it is bigger than 5% of them (860 ft² against a typical 1,658 ft²), its lot is bigger than 4% of them (860 ft² against a typical 0.11 ac) and it is newer than 64% of them (1930 against a typical 1920). Measured against all of Suffolk County, it is worth more than 34% 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 79 Poplar St, Roslindale, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 79 Poplar St, Roslindale, MA was $3,109. The county assessed it at $268,500.

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