$793,976Average Value$562Average Price per Sq Ft6Homes For Sale
Mission Hill is close to the Longwood medical district in Boston
Mission Hill is a vibrant neighborhood that showcases some of Boston’s quintessential features. Located about 4 miles from Downtown Boston on the border of the Longwood Medical & Academic Area, it’s a prime spot for students and professionals who work in the nearby hospitals and research institutions. Brick rowhomes and triple-decker multifamily houses line the pedestrian-friendly streets, and commercial pockets offer eclectic dining choices. To top it off, cultural hot spots like the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum and the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston await just beyond Huntington Avenue.
Mission Hill takes its name from a historic church that towers over Tremont Street.
Mission Hill showcases neighborhood pride and heritage through its vivid murals.
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The neighborhood vibe in Mission Hill
“That general area is full of upward-moving people because it has all the top medical facilities around,” says Yves Pierre-Louis, a Realtor with Keller Williams Elite who’s been selling in the area for about 9 years. “It’s a fantastic place for people in the medical industry. Then you have universities, colleges and several museums. The population tends to be younger, just because of everything that’s around there.” While Mission Hill is an active neighborhood with frequent traffic on Huntington Avenue and Tremont Street, its residential side streets have a less hectic feel than denser commercial districts like Downtown Boston, Chinatown or Back Bay.
What to expect from the Mission Hill housing market
Mission Hill is stacked with triple-deckers and other Victorian-era multifamily homes that reflect the area’s late 19th-century growth. A few newer buildings, some added as recently as the 2020s, are also in the mix. Condos and apartments are the most common housing types, and 90 percent of residents are renters. The median rent for this neighborhood is $5,000, and sale prices range from the lower $400,000s for small condos to over $3 million for multiunit investment properties. That puts the median sale price at $519,000, significantly below the medians for nearby neighborhoods like Jamaica Plain, Fenway and Brookline.
Triple-decker buildings and brick rowhomes can be found in Mission Hill.
Victorian-style homes are common in Mission Hill.
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Commuting is easy, thanks to ample public transit
The neighborhood’s location and walkable streets make it possible to live a car-free lifestyle. In fact, for many residents, it’s more practical to walk or rely on public transit. “Parking is at a premium,” Pierre-Louis says. “You have homes that have their own spaces, but it’s generally first-come, first-served. In the winter, it’s an issue, because you have to dig out your car, then sometimes you come back to find someone else parked in the spot you just spent half an hour digging out.” Several T stations serve the Green and Orange Lines, and MBTA bus stops are spread throughout the neighborhood. The 4-mile trip to Downtown Boston usually takes 10 to 30 minutes on the T.
Public transportation is readily available.
The neighborhood is a quick T or bus ride from Downtown Boston.
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The highly rated Boston Latin School is close by
As Pierre-Louis points out, several well-known colleges and universities are nearby, including Boston University and Harvard Medical School. Students who are too young for college can attend schools in the highly rated Boston Public Schools district, which uses a home-based school choice system. One nearby option is Boston Latin School, an exam school serving grades 7 through 12 that Niche ranks as the No. 2 public high school in Massachusetts.
Milkweed is a great place to stop for breakfast, lunch, dinner or cocktails.
Mission Hill offers dining and drinking spots just beyond Longwood
You’ll find plenty of restaurants and bars in Mission Hill. Here are a few highlights:
Solid Ground Cafe, a convenient spot for coffee and breakfast
Milkweed, a cafe serving breakfast, lunch, dinner and cocktails
Nachlo, a halal restaurant specializing in Moroccan, Pakistani and American fusion cuisine
Chilacates, serving Mexican street food like carnitas tacos and carne asada burritos
The Puddingstone Tavern, a pub with an impressive draft beer selection
Many of these places are around the intersection of Huntington and Tremont, which makes it easy to grab a bite on the walk home from the Longwood hospitals. One Brigham Circle, a shopping center with a Stop & Shop and a Walgreens, is also in this area.
Neighborhood parks and community buildings invite residents to gather
For a small neighborhood, Mission Hill has quite a few public spaces where you can exercise, socialize or just relax. Tobin Community Center hosts sports programs, arts classes and kids’ programs, including after-school care and summer camp. At Kevin W. Fitzgerald Park, dogs can romp around off leash while their human companions enjoy views of the Boston skyline. Mission Hill Playground offers sports fields, picnic tables and a kids’ play area that includes a splash pad. Next to the playground, the Parker Hill Branch of the Boston Public Library hosts regular events and activities. Examples include all-ages story time, gardening classes and “crafternoons.”
Mission Hill Playground is a popular place to take the kids.
Kevin W. Fitzgerald Park is a local favorite.
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Stop by the Mission Hill Farmers Market on your way home for groceries.
Comparing the different subsections of Mission Hill
Like many Boston neighborhoods, Mission Hill is made up of several subsections. Here’s a brief sampling of what they offer:
Brigham Circle: the area’s commercial hub, with ample dining and public transit options
Mission Hill Triangle: known for historic architecture
Parker Hill: triple-decker apartment houses near neighborhood parks
Back of the Hill: a quieter residential pocket with leafy streets
All these sections are relatively close to the Longwood area, but Brigham Circle and Mission Hill Triangle are the most convenient options for folks who work there.
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i don't live in the best part of the city, however, the police presence is comforting, and if there are any problems, the public is notified in a timely manner.
4.0Niche User
4/19/2016Niche Review
My neighborhood (Mission Hill) is becoming a safer, more desirable area to live. There are a great deal of shops in the surrounding area, crime is low, and college students form a community. I would definitely live here, as I believe it is in the top 25% in the country. I think the neighborhood will continue to improve in terms of safety and living standard.
3.0Niche User
12/16/2014Niche Review
Not a bad neighborhood, it's quite accessible compare to other neighborhoods.
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Mission Hill Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Mission Hill, Boston sell after 33 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in Mission Hill, Boston over the last 12 months is $524,000, down 29% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$635,000
Median Sale Price
$524,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$1,006,500
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$500,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$550,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
23
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-29%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$562
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes
930
Number of Homes for Sale
6
Median Year Built
1920
Months of Supply
3.10
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,816
Below the national average
1,935
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,817
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,063
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
815
Average Studio Size Sq Ft
594
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
2,613
Distribution of Home Values
Source: Public Records
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