A capacious dining room-kitchen area with a table and chairs, and the ceiling beams are visible.

9 Roslindale open houses this weekend for under $450,000

These Rozzie condos include modern finishes and appliances as well as lots of space relative to the rest of much of Boston

By Brenda Phan Sep 27, 2019, 1:48pm EDT

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By Brenda Phan Sep 27, 2019, 1:48pm EDT

Searching for an affordable home with a neighborhood feel within the city limits of Boston? Sounds like looking for a needle in a haystack, but it’s not impossible.

Enter Roslindale, named for its bucolic qualities. Bordering Jamaica Plain and West Roxbury, Rozzie offers perks similar to those found in those neighborhoods—including ample green space—but it’s also more affordable and urban, respectively.

238 Hyde Park Avenue, #1

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Open house: Friday. 6-7:30 p.m., Saturday, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.; Sunday, 12:30-2 p.m.

Price: $439,900

Size: 2-BR, 1-BA

Square footage: 807

The pitch: “This home has an open floor plan including living room with gas fireplace and granite counter island in the kitchen that opens fully to the dining room.”

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238 Hyde Park Ave, Boston, MA 02130

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A living room with a large enclosed fireplace and a flat-screen TV above the fireplace.

391 Hyde Park Avenue, #110

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Open house: Saturday, 1-2 p.m.; Sunday, 12:30-2 p.m.

Price: $330,000

Size: 2-BR, 1.5-BA

Square footage: 1,125

The pitch: “Located on the Jamaica Plain/Roslindale line, this duplex home has parquet floors, a bay window, and lower level with access to the private patio.”

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391 Hyde Park Ave, Boston, MA 02131

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A wide living room with large windows and not too much furniture—there’s a TV in the corner.

9 Marion Street, #F

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Open house: Saturday, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Price: $399,000

Size: 3-BR, 2.5-BA

Square footage: 1,729

The pitch: “This townhouse is spread out over three levels and has been updated throughout with fresh pain, stainless steel appliances, and hardwood floors.”

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9 Marion St, Boston, MA 02131

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A kitchen with cabinets and countertops.

18 Filomena Road, #2

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Open house: Saturday, 1-2 p.m.; Sunday, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Price: $449,000

Size: 3-BR, 2-BA

Square footage: 1,305

The pitch: “This updated, bi-level condo has hardwood floors, fireplace, off-street parking, an energy efficient Navien heat and hot water system and is located right in the Metropolitan Hill area.”

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18 Filomena Rd, Roslindale, MA 02131

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A living room with a couch facing a fireplace, and there’s a coffee table in between.

4420 Washington Street, #3

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Open house: Saturday, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.; Sunday, 12-1:30 p.m.

Price: $389,000

Size: 2-BR, 1-BA

Square footage: 875

The pitch: “Close to Roslindale Village, this top unit has an open living/dining area with beamed ceilings opening up to a custom kitchen with granite countertops and stainless appliances.”

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4420 Washington St, Roslindale, MA 02131

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A kitchen with two folding chairs in front of a counter.

644 Hyde Park Avenue, #3R

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Open house: Sunday, 12-1:30 p.m.

Price: $285,000

Size: 2-BR, 1-BA

Square footage: 765

The pitch: “Top floor condominium has a flexible floorplan and eat-in kitchen, hardwood floors, ceiling fans, extra storage, two shared porches, and off-street parking.”

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644 Hyde Park Ave, Boston, MA 02131

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A living room with a sectional couch and a radiator.

305 Kittredge Street, #2

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Open house: Saturday, 12-1:30 p.m.

Price: $399,000

Size: 2-BR, 1-BA

Square footage: 1,104

The pitch: “Renovated in 2013, this home features hardwood floors and large windows, a third flex room for guests or an office/nursery, and a large spa bath.”