Boston Neighborhoods - West Roxbury

"West Roxbury, located in Boston's southwest corner, was originally part of the town of Roxbury and home to a 19th century experimental, utopian community frequented by such notable writers as Ralph Waldo Emerson, Nathaniel Hawthorne and Henry David Thoreau. Today, West Roxbury is known for its civic activism and youth programming. Its tree lined streets and mostly single-family homes give this city neighborhood a suburban feel. Centre Street anchors the neighborhood's business district, which consists of restaurants, banks, and shops. Residents flock to Millennium Park, a former landfill that has been converted into 100 acres of trails, ball fields, and picnic areas."

West Roxbury Schools: West Zone Schools (Elementary and Middle) include Roxbury, Jamaica Plain, Roslindale and West Roxbury.

Citywide Elementary and Middle Schools

Citywide High Schools and Special Schools

Local fire stations

Engine 30/Ladder 25
1940 Centre Street

Engine 55
5115 Washington Street

Local police stations

District E-5
1708 Centre Street
Tel. 617-343-4560

Local public library

West Roxbury Branch
1961 Centre Street
Tel. 617-325-3147

Local public health

West Roxbury Medical Group
1832 Centre Street
Tel. 617-469-4000