Roxbury

"Heart of Culture in Boston"
Roxbury is a residential neighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts that gives off an urban feel, with many historic homes, brick buildings, and a diverse population. The neighborhood has seen ongoing efforts for revitalization and community development, including initiatives to improve housing, increase economic opportunities, and promote cultural activities.

People tend to travel to surrounding areas for a sense of nightlife and entertainment, but Roxbury is a great place to live for those who value a strong sense of community and historic charm. The MBTA subway system makes it easy to travel to different parts of Boston. Franklin Park and Roxbury Heritage State Park are great destinations for outdoor activities. Be sure to try some of their diverse restaurant options including, Darryl's Corner Bar & Kitchen. This lively spot combines a restaurant, bar, and live jazz music venue with Southern-inspired comfort food.
What Roxbury Residents
Think About Their Apartments
overall
8.0
value
8.0
amenities
6.7
social
5.0
management
7.5
Median rents in Roxbury
Studio
$
2,000
1 Bedroom
$
2,900
2 Bedroom
$
3,865

Living in
Roxbury

Urban
History
Community
Diverse
Quiet
Residential
Roxbury — 7.4/10 Rating (based on 7 neighborhood reviews)
It's good. There are few convenience stores nearby for basic things in emergency. A lot of bank ATMs are in vicinity.
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Neighborhood Rating
Medical Student Residence
A fair number of people loiter outside a safe injection site between the MSR and BUSM campus, which some may perceive as creating an unsafe environment. However, there have been no safety concerns as far as I know. I personally like the neighborhood and love how walkable it is.
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8
/10
Neighborhood Rating
Medical Student Residence
We are on the border of South End and Roxbury, which are two very different neighborhoods. We are also very close to Mass and Cass. You can walk 10 minutes in one direction and end up in a nice area with restaurants, or you could walk 10 minutes in a different direction and feel unsafe. You have to walk at least 10 minutes to get to anything except the hospital or 1 bus - silver line, BU shuttle, convenience store, grocery store, restaurants, bars, etc are all AT LEAST 10 minutes away, some are 20 minutes away, which is frustrating.
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7
/10
Neighborhood Rating
Medical Student Residence
Not a very college friendly neighborhood. Not great for a social life but if you are here to study, its a good value.
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7
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The Cara
It was relatively peaceful. Its mostly residential where families live and most weekends there are parties but still okay. I think its safe since there is a police station nearby. Near 23, 28, 19, 14 and 45 bus stops. No train stations near. A lot of small independently-owned convenience stores.
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4
/10
Neighborhood Rating
37 Maywood St
The main drawback to living in the MSR is the neighborhood. While being close to the med school and BMC is great, the neighborhood lacks in amenities, restaurants, places to hang out, or a T stop (there is only the bus). However, the BU Shuttle (which is free) can bring you to the orange line, the Hynes T stop/Boylston/Newbury, and down into the Charles River Campus. It is also generally not safe to walk around by yourself at night in the area due to the large homeless/substance use issue in the area.

Further north within the South End, there are more restaurants, nice brownstones, etc.
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8
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Medical Student Residence
Neighborhood is sketchy but the car garage provides safety plus other security in building
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92-94 George St


Getting to Know
Roxbury

Neighborhood Boundaries

Best Apartments
in Roxbury

92-94 George St
1 Bed $2,500

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4 Vine Ave

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48 Dudley St
4 Beds $3,600

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250 Centre
1 Bed $2,755
2 Beds $3,659

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37 Maywood St

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The Cara

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