2173-2189 Washington St, Boston MA 02119
Boston, MA 02119 • Roxbury
$28/mo
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About this home
Position your business in the heart of Nubian Square at 2181 Washington Street in the Roxbury section of Boston. This well-located commercial property offers flexible spaces for lease in a variety of shapes and sizes, with availability on the basement, ground floor, and third floor, making it suitable for retail, office, creative, or community uses. Located in the center of Nubian Square, the property is surrounded by significant public and private investment, with new housing, retail, and community projects continuing to transform the area into a vibrant hub for commerce and culture. With strong neighborhood identity and growing foot traffic, this location offers a unique opportunity to launch and grow your business in one of Boston’s most exciting and evolving districts. Spaces available are 11,265 S/F in the basement, 6,375 S/F on the ground floor, and 4,846 S/F on the Third Floor. Reach out with any questions.
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Property History
Property Timeline
Listed for Rent
May 5, 2026
$28
Original listing
Agent: Fionnula Bohan
Office: Centre Realty Group
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/05/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Rent | $28 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $151,949 | — |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$151,949
Tax Year 2025
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Commercial Lease
Year Built
1920
Living Area
50,400 sq ft
Lot Size
0.32 acres
Rental Details
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Public Water, Public Sewer, Natural Gas Available, 220 Volts
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County
Suffolk
Property Overview
Listing Type
For Rent
Year Built
1920
Living Area
50,400 sq ft
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Nearby Schools
School District
Boston School District local
C-
Where Graduates Go
Class of 2021
52%
attend college
38%
4-Year
14%
2-Year
7%
Out of State
7%
Working
School Safety
2024-25
3.7%
Above Average
3.2%
Suspensions
0.3%
In-School
0.5%
Emergency
1.8% below state avg
Elementary Schools
10 schools
D
Orchard Gardens K-8 School
0.3 mi
|
#326 of 352
|
Score: 28.7
Improved 13 spots from last year
-29.5 below state avg
689 students
Diverse
Grades PK-08
D
Perkins Elementary School
0.4 mi
|
#772 of 824
|
Score: 30.9
Improved 29 spots from last year
-27.3 below state avg
167 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
C
Hurley K-8 School
0.6 mi
|
#258 of 352
|
Score: 35.8
Dropped 23 spots from last year
-22.4 below state avg
335 students
Moderate
Grades PK-08
C
Hale Elementary School
0.6 mi
|
#582 of 824
|
Score: 41.7
Dropped 281 spots from last year
-16.5 below state avg
162 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
F
Tobin K-8 School
0.8 mi
|
#344 of 352
|
Score: 25.1
Dropped 8 spots from last year
-33.1 below state avg
364 students
Diverse
Grades PK-08
F
Blackstone Elementary School
0.9 mi
|
#809 of 824
|
Score: 26.3
Improved 12 spots from last year
-31.9 below state avg
582 students
Moderate
Grades PK-06
B
Excel Academy Charter School
0.9 mi
|
#155 of 346
|
Score: 54.9
Improved 160 spots from last year
-3.3 below state avg
1,379 students
Moderate
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
Grades 05-12
Our Lady of Perpetual Help Mission Grammar School
0.9 mi
Grades K-08
D
Melvin H. King South End Academy
1.0 mi
|
#24 of 25
|
Score: 20.2
Improved 363 spots from last year
-38.1 below state avg
125 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-12
C+
Bridge Boston Charter School
1.0 mi
|
#241 of 352
|
Score: 37.2
Dropped 80 spots from last year
-21 below state avg
329 students
Diverse
Grades PK-08
Middle Schools
10 schools
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
0.8 mi
|
#349 of 352
|
Score: 23.6
Improved 3 spots from last year
-34.6 below state avg
213 students
Diverse
Grades 03-08
Nativity Prep School
1.2 mi
Grades 05-08
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
1.5 mi
|
#4 of 16
|
Score: 41.9
Improved 187 spots from last year
-16.3 below state avg
1,126 students
Diverse
Rising School
College Ready Curriculum
Grades 05-08
Mother Caroline Academy
1.7 mi
Grades 05-08
Middle School Academy
1.7 mi
Dearborn Middle School
1.7 mi
Epiphany School
2.8 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
5.9 mi
|
#265 of 352
|
Score: 34.9
Improved 20 spots from last year
-23.3 below state avg
477 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades 03-08
Timilty Middle
0.4 mi
Frederick Pilot Middle
1.6 mi
High Schools
10 schools
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
0.4 mi
|
#13 of 25
|
Score: 31.7
Improved 356 spots from last year
-26.6 below state avg
565 students
Diverse
10 sports
• 242 athletes
Early College Program
Rising School
Grades 07-12
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
0.4 mi
|
#90 of 346
|
Score: 61.1
Improved 94 spots from last year
+2.9 above state avg
1,509 students
Very Diverse
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
College Ready Curriculum
Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
Cathedral High School
1.0 mi
9 sports
• 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin School
1.1 mi
|
#19 of 346
|
Score: 73.3
Improved 61 spots from last year
+15.1 above state avg
2,424 students
Very Diverse
18 sports
• 2,006 athletes
Strong AP Program
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
Strong Athletics
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin Academy
1.1 mi
|
#2 of 25
|
Score: 63.9
Improved 214 spots from last year
+5.7 above state avg
1,693 students
Very Diverse
17 sports
• 1,298 athletes
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
Strong Athletics
Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
Newman School
1.4 mi
Grades 07-12
C
Quincy Upper School
1.5 mi
|
#268 of 346
|
Score: 44.6
Improved 4 spots from last year
-13.6 below state avg
557 students
Very Diverse
12 sports
• 208 athletes
High Graduation Rate
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-12
Meridian Academy
1.7 mi
Grades 06-09
D
English High School
2.2 mi
|
#324 of 346
|
Score: 29.7
Improved 34 spots from last year
-28.5 below state avg
720 students
Moderate
8 sports
• 332 athletes
Rising School
Career Tech Programs
Grades 07-12
C
Ruth Batson Academy
2.2 mi
|
#19 of 25
|
Score: 27.6
Improved 346 spots from last year
-30.6 below state avg
604 students
Diverse
8 sports
• 128 athletes
Early College Program
Rising School
Grades 07-12
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Neighborhood
Roxbury
2173-2189 Washington St, Boston MA 02119
Boston, MA 02119
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Fionnula Bohan
Listing Office
Centre Realty Group
Office Phone
617-332-0077
Agent MLS ID
CN229576
Office MLS ID
BB5200
Listing Data Updated
May 9, 2026 3:05 AM EDT
Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.
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