Mission Hill House for Sale

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.