Apartments to rent in 02132, Boston

02132 (West Roxbury) is a primarily residential Boston neighborhood with tree-lined streets, a strong suburban feel inside the city, good local schools and convenient access to the VFW Parkway and nearby MBTA connections. This ZIP blends family-friendly housing, neighborhood shopping and quick access to Jamaica Plain, Roslindale and Chestnut Hill.

Nearby ZIPs Comparison

ZIPsCostSchoolsSafetyWalkability
02132 — West Roxbury Average Good Very Safe Good
02131 — Roslindale Average Good Safe Good
02130 — Jamaica Plain High Good Safe Excellent
02124 — Dorchester Low Fair Less Safe Fair
02467 — Chestnut Hill High Excellent Very Safe Good
Excellent/Good
Average
Poor/Less Safe

Source: Prop-Metrics / Zillow rental listings

ZIP 02132 Rental Prices

Studio
$1,800 – $2,200
1 bedroom
$1,900 – $3,000
2 bedroom
$2,400 – $3,700
3 bedroom
$3,000 – $4,500

Source: Prop-Metrics / Zillow rental listings

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02132 Schools & Education

Top Public Schools

Kilmer K-8 School

⭐ 4/10 GreatSchools / Zillow summary
35 Baker Street, West Roxbury, MA 02132
🧭 In-ZIP (02132)

Top Private Schools

Catholic Memorial School

⭐ Not rated School website
235 Baker Street, West Roxbury, MA 02132
🧭 In-ZIP (02132) — college-prep private school

Holy Name Parish School

⭐ Not rated Catholic Schools Office
535 W Roxbury Parkway, West Roxbury, MA 02132
🧭 In-ZIP (02132)

Source: Boston Public Schools / DESE / GreatSchools

02132 Safety & Crime Overview

Very Safe

West Roxbury (ZIP 02132) is consistently one of Boston's lower-crime neighborhoods relative to the city average, with fewer violent incidents and shootings historically compared with central Boston neighborhoods. Studies and public-safety data show West Roxbury schools and residential areas have lower recorded shooting incidents and generally lower violent-crime concentrations versus many Dorchester and Roxbury ZIPs. As with any urban area, typical precautions (secure parking, good exterior lighting, locking windows/doors) are recommended in isolated hotspots.

Source: Peer-reviewed spatial analysis & Boston public-safety datasets

02132 Walkability, Transit & Bike Scores

Walk Score ~74
Walker's Paradise / Very Walkable (neighborhood-level average)
Transit Score ~46
Some Transit
Bike Score ~51
Bikeable
<40 min
To downtown Boston (Downtown Crossing / Government Center) by MBTA ~30–40 min using local bus + Orange/Commuter Rail connections; driving typically 15–25 min off-peak.

Source: Walk Score / ApartmentFinder transit profile

02132, Boston Summary

Overview

02132 (West Roxbury) offers a suburban-in-the-city feel with tree-lined residential streets, substantial single-family housing and pockets of low-rise multifamily buildings. The area is popular with families and renters who want quieter streets while still having MBTA and bus access. Local shopping corridors on Centre Street and the VFW Parkway provide everyday conveniences; Jamaica Plain and Chestnut Hill are a short drive or transit ride away.

Key Features

  • Family-friendly residential streets: Lots of single-family homes, good local elementary/middle schools, and community amenities.
  • Convenient regional access: Close to VFW Parkway, Forest Hills MBTA hub and quick routes into downtown Boston.
  • Lower crime profile: Historically lower violent-crime and shooting incident counts than many central Boston neighborhoods.
  • Local shopping & services: Centre Street and Washington Street commercial nodes provide groceries, restaurants and service businesses.

Housing Snapshot

  • Mix of single-family homes and low-rise multifamily apartment buildings.
  • Rents generally below inner-core Boston ZIPs but above many outer suburbs — 1BRs commonly fall in the $1.9k–3.0k range (2025).
  • Steady demand from families and long-term renters; limited large high-rise inventory.

History

  • Long-established residential village: West Roxbury developed in the 19th century as a suburban village and was annexed into Boston in the late 1800s.
  • Olmsted-era green connections: Parks and parkways designed in the late 19th/early 20th centuries shape the neighborhood’s green character.

Demographics and Lifestyle

  • Population profile: Mixed-age population with a strong share of families and homeowners alongside renters.
  • Income & housing: Median household incomes and home values in West Roxbury are above some Boston neighborhoods but below the wealthiest suburbs.
  • Community lifestyle: Neighborhood-oriented lifestyle with local shops, community events and school-centered activities.