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Roslindale

Massachusetts, United States · North America

About Roslindale

Roslindale is worth a stop: 5 minutes from Mattapan, 10km from Skinny House.

Roslindale is a town located in Massachusetts, United States. With a population of 27,683, it is an important destination in North America.

On a road trip, Roslindale sits in United States, where you drive on the right. It's in the America/New York time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Roslindale to your route.

About Roslindale

Roslindale is a primarily residential neighborhood of Boston, Massachusetts, United States, bordered by Jamaica Plain, Hyde Park, West Roxbury and Mattapan. It is served by an MBTA Commuter Rail line, several MBTA bus lines and the MBTA Orange Line in nearby Jamaica Plain. Roslindale has its own branch of the Boston

Read more Public Library, the neighborhood is covered by Boston Police District E-5 in West Roxbury, Boston EMS Ambulance 17 is stationed in Roslindale, and the Boston Fire Department has a station on Canterbury Street which houses Ladder 16, Engine 53 & District Chief 12. Roslindale's original Engine Company 45 was deactivated on April 10, 1981, due to budget cuts. Roslindale was once called the "garden suburb" of Boston. The portion of the Arnold Arboretum south of Bussey Street is located in Roslindale. Six miles south-southwest of downtown Boston, Roslindale was originally part of the town of Roxbury. In 1851, current day Jamaica Plain, Roslindale and West Roxbury seceded from Roxbury. The area voted in 1873 to be annexed to the City of Boston.

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Where is Roslindale located?

Roslindale is located in Massachusetts, United States, North America. The coordinates are 42.2912 latitude, -71.1245 longitude.

What is the population of Roslindale?

Roslindale has a population of approximately 27,683 people, making it a town in United States.

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Quick Information

Population
27,683
Continent
North America
Country
United States
Region
Massachusetts
Timezone
America/New_York
Coordinates
42.2912, -71.1245

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911
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911
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911
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Worth the detour from Roslindale

2 notable places within an hour's drive.

museum

Museum of Fine Arts Boston

One of the most comprehensive art museums in the world, with exceptional collections of Asian, Egyptian, and Impressionist art.

6 km · about 10 min drive

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Skinny House

Boston's narrowest house, four storeys tall and just 10.4 feet across at its widest, tapering to 6.2 feet inside: narrow enough to touch both walls. Wedged into Hull Street opposite Copp's Hill Burying Ground.

10 km · about 20 min drive

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