Why Live in Hillside Street
Hillside Street in Milton features homes with Cape Cod, Colonial Revival, and New Englander designs, dating from the early 1800s to mid-1900s. Many properties have backyards that open to forests and trails. The neighborhood is near Blue Hills Reservation, offering extensive hiking trails, mountain biking, and views of the Boston skyline. Kelly Field provides a playground and sports fields, while the Wollaston Golf Club offers an 18-hole course and social events. Dining options include Newcomb Farms Restaurant, known for all-day breakfast, and Steel & Rye, popular for brunch and craft cocktails. Grocery shopping is convenient with Star Market in Dorchester and America's Food Basket in Mattapan. Annual events like the Milton Music Fest in June and Milton Porchfest in September bring the community together. Commuters have access to Interstate 93, Blue Hill Avenue, and multiple Massachusetts Bay Transit Authority stations. The Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital’s Milton branch is less than 2 miles away, and Boston Logan International Airport is about 13 miles away. Schools in the area are highly rated, with students attending Tucker Elementary School, Charles S. Pierce Middle School, and Milton High School, which is noted for its French immersion program. For higher education, Curry College is nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hillside Street a good place to live?
Hillside Street is a good place to live. Hillside Street is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with some transit options. It has a median age of 43. The average household income is $180,182 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 70.2% of residents. A majority of residents in Hillside Street are home owners, with 13.7% of residents renting and 86.3% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Hillside Street can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Hillside Street neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Hillside Street?
The median home price in Hillside Street is $607,500. If you put a 20% down payment of $121,500 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $3,150 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $135K a year to afford the median home price in Hillside Street. The average household income in Hillside Street is $180K.
What are the best public schools in Hillside Street?
The best public schools that serve Hillside Street are:
- Milton High School has an A Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 13:1 and an average review score of 4.0.
What are the best private schools in Hillside Street?
The best private schools that serve Hillside Street are:
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Home Trends in Hillside Street, MA
On average, homes in Hillside Street, Milton sell after 45 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Hillside Street, Milton over the last 12 months is $646,250, up 24% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$646,250
Median Single Family Sale Price
$1,050,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$607,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$347
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
10
Median List Price
$607,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
24%