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$1,320,884$491 / 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 97How 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 $1,020,000 on Mar 28, 2018

8 RUSKIN ST

WEST ROXBURY, MA 02132
6
Beds
1.5
Baths
2,692 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.
0.29 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1890
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.
6
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$1.3M
$1.3M low$1.4M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,020,000 · Mar 28, 2018

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$14,885 (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.$1,285,400 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$453,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$831,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,302,545

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.2018
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.29
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.Hot Water
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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
Patrick Lyndon K-8 SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.6 mi
H
Urban Science Academy
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.0 mi

District: Boston School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02132These 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.58
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.104
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.71

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.31%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.1%
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.26,897
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.5,198 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$126,377
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$158,295
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%

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How this home compares

8 Ruskin 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 more than 96% of homes in West Roxbury 02132
  • Costs less per square foot than 69% of homes in Suffolk County
  • Bigger than 90% of homes in West Roxbury 02132
  • Has a bigger lot than 97% of homes in West Roxbury 02132
  • Older than 97% of homes in West Roxbury 02132

What homes are worth in West Roxbury 02132

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

This home
$303K$1.5M

This home is worth more than 96% of homes in West Roxbury 02132.

How it measures up in West Roxbury 02132

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in West Roxbury 02132.

Estimated value$1,320,884
CheaperTypical $732,979Pricier

Pricier than 96% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$491
CheaperTypical $484Pricier

Pricier than 53% of homes nearby

Living area2,692 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,581 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 90% of homes nearby

Lot size0.29 ac
SmallerTypical 0.12 acBigger

Bigger than 97% of homes nearby

Year built1890
OlderTypical 1935Newer

Newer than 3% of homes nearby

How 8 Ruskin St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWest Roxbury 02132Suffolk County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,320,88496% of homes87% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$49153% of homes31% of homes
Living areabigger than2,692 ft²90% of homes80% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.29 ac97% of homes97% of homes
Year builtnewer than18903% of homes13% of homes

About 8 Ruskin St

How much is 8 Ruskin St, West Roxbury, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8 Ruskin St, West Roxbury, MA is $1,320,884 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $1,276,450 to $1,365,318. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8 Ruskin St, West Roxbury, MA last sell?

8 Ruskin St, West Roxbury, MA last sold on Mar 28, 2018 for $1,020,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8 Ruskin St, West Roxbury, MA?

8 Ruskin St, West Roxbury, MA has 6 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 2,692 square feet of living space and a 0.29-acre lot.

When was 8 Ruskin St, West Roxbury, MA built?

8 Ruskin St, West Roxbury, MA was built in 1890, making it 136 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 8 Ruskin St, West Roxbury, MA?

8 Ruskin St, West Roxbury, MA is assigned to Patrick Lyndon K-8 School (elementary), rated B-; Urban Science Academy (high). All sit in Boston School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8 Ruskin St, West Roxbury, MA compare to other homes in West Roxbury 02132?

Among the 9,168 homes in West Roxbury 02132, it is worth more than 96% of them ($1,320,884 against a typical $732,979), its price per square foot is higher than 53% of them ($491 against a typical $484), it is bigger than 90% of them (2,692 ft² against a typical 1,581 ft²), its lot is bigger than 97% of them (0.29 ac against a typical 0.12 ac) and it is newer than 3% of them (1890 against a typical 1935). 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 8 Ruskin St, West Roxbury, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8 Ruskin St, West Roxbury, MA was $14,885. The county assessed it at $1,285,400.

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