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$851,349$362 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $70,026 on Oct 12, 2001

81 HIGHLAND ST

ROXBURY, MA 02119
6
Beds
1.5
Baths
2,350 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.
834 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1900
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
15
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$851K
$792K low$910K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$70,026 · Oct 12, 2001

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,922 (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.$684,100 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$165,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$519,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$754,680

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.8 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.Single Family Residence
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.1995
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.02
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(6)

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
Nathan Hale Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.1 mi
M
James P. Timilty Middle School
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.3 mi
H
Madison Park HighF
High · Grades 9–12 · 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

81 Highland 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 88% of homes in Roxbury 02119
  • Costs less per square foot than 92% of homes in Suffolk County
  • Bigger than 74% of homes in Suffolk County
  • Has a smaller lot than 95% of homes in Roxbury 02119
  • Older than 69% of homes in Suffolk County

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
$275K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 88% 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$851,349
CheaperTypical $565,356Pricier

Pricier than 88% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$362
CheaperTypical $403Pricier

Pricier than 36% of homes nearby

Living area2,350 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,061 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 58% of homes nearby

Lot size834 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,570 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 5% of homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1905Newer

Newer than 47% of homes nearby

How 81 Highland St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRoxburyRoxbury 02119Suffolk County
Estimated valuepricier than$851,34987% of homes88% of homes67% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$36236% of homes36% of homes8% of homes
Living areabigger than2,350 ft²55% of homes58% of homes74% of homes
Lot sizebigger than834 ft²10% of homes5% of homes18% of homes
Year builtnewer than190045% of homes47% of homes31% of homes

About 81 Highland St

How much is 81 Highland St, Roxbury, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 81 Highland St, Roxbury, MA is $851,349 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $792,464 to $910,234. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 81 Highland St, Roxbury, MA last sell?

81 Highland St, Roxbury, MA last sold on Oct 12, 2001 for $70,026, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 81 Highland St, Roxbury, MA?

81 Highland St, Roxbury, MA has 6 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 2,350 square feet of living space and a 0.02-acre lot.

When was 81 Highland St, Roxbury, MA built?

81 Highland St, Roxbury, MA was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. The building has 3 stories.

What schools serve 81 Highland St, Roxbury, MA?

81 Highland St, Roxbury, MA is assigned to Nathan Hale Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; James P. Timilty Middle School (middle); Madison Park High (high), rated F. All sit in Boston School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 81 Highland St, Roxbury, MA compare to other homes in Roxbury 02119?

Among the 3,631 homes in Roxbury 02119, it is worth more than 88% of them ($851,349 against a typical $565,356), its price per square foot is higher than 36% of them ($362 against a typical $403), it is bigger than 58% of them (2,350 ft² against a typical 2,061 ft²), its lot is bigger than 5% of them (834 ft² against a typical 2,570 ft²) and it is newer than 47% of them (1900 against a typical 1905). Measured against all of Suffolk County, it is worth more than 67% 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 81 Highland St, Roxbury, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 81 Highland St, Roxbury, MA was $7,922. The county assessed it at $684,100.

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