Why Live in Mission Hill
Mission Hill, a Boston neighborhood just over 4 miles from downtown, is known for the Basilica of Our Lady of Perpetual Help. It's popular with commuters due to its proximity to public transportation, highways, the Longwood Medical Area, and several colleges. Dining options include Solid Ground Café, Milkweed, Chilacates, Nachlo Restaurant, and The Puddingstone Tavern, with fresh pasta available at Lilly's Gourmet Pasta Express. The neighborhood also has an active nightlife and shopping options at One Brigham Circle mall, featuring a Stop & Shop and Walgreens, along with two farmers markets.
Public spaces in Mission Hill include the Mission Hill Playground, the Parker Hill Branch of the Boston Public Library, and the Tobin Community Center, which hosts free events. Kevin W. Fitzgerald Park offers views of the Boston skyline, and Olmsted Park is nearby. Cultural events like the Mission Hill Arts Festival and Viva Summer Nights music festival highlight the area's diversity.
Housing includes Queen Anne-style brownstones, Victorian row houses, and modern apartments and condos. The neighborhood is within a 1-mile radius of the Longwood Medical and Academic Area, Harvard Medical School, and Northeastern University. Families can choose from public schools in the north zone of Boston Public Schools, including the highly rated Fenway High School and Boston Latin School. Public transportation options include the Green Line at Fenwood Road and the Orange Line at Roxbury Crossing, with additional T bus stops along Huntington Avenue. Despite ample green space, the area can be noisy due to city traffic, and properties near the Charles River may require flood insurance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Mission Hill a good place to live?
Mission Hill is a good place to live, receiving 3.4 stars from its residents. Mission Hill is considered fairly walkable and very bikeable with great transit options. Mission Hill is an urban core neighborhood with a crime score of 4, on par with the average neighborhood in the U.S. Mission Hill has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is very dense in population with 49.4 people per acre and a median age of 29. The average household income is $78,066 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 51.5% of residents. A majority of residents in Mission Hill are renters, with 89.6% of residents renting and 10.4% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Mission Hill can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Mission Hill neighborhood guide.
Is Mission Hill, MA a safe neighborhood?
Mission Hill, MA is a safe neighborhood and is on par with the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 4 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Mission Hill?
The median home price in Mission Hill is $530,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $106,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,750 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $118K a year to afford the median home price in Mission Hill. The average household income in Mission Hill is $78K.
What are the best public schools in Mission Hill?
The best public schools that serve Mission Hill are:
What are the best private schools in Mission Hill?
The best private schools that serve Mission Hill are:
- Meridian Academy has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 6:1 and an average review score of 4.7.
- The Park School has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 7:1 and an average review score of 4.5.
- Boston University Academy has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 12:1 and an average review score of 4.4.
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Are home prices dropping in Mission Hill?
Yes, home prices in Mission Hill are down 25% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Mission Hill, MA
On average, homes in Mission Hill, Boston sell after 29 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Mission Hill, Boston over the last 12 months is $350,000, down 31% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$350,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$520,200
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$350,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$660,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$472
Number of Homes for Sale
7
Last 12 months Home Sales
208
Median List Price
$530,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-31%