7.8 out of 10

Fisher Hill

42.3307851932177 -71.1408940573159
Great for
  • Childcare
  • Gym & Fitness
  • Medical Facilities
  • Parks & Recreation
  • Peace & Quiet
Not great for
  • Cost of Living
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Who lives here?
  • Professionals
  • Families with kids
  • Retirees
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Reviews

5/5
2yrs+

"This is one exclusive area!"

Fisher Hill is one of the most picturesque areas of Brookline. It's all tree-lined roads and large house lots including some very large estates. This is a very upscale area primarily inhabited by
old money or newer moguls and is considered rather exclusive. One of the largest estates, Longyear, has been turned into luxury condos and is pretty amazing. It's one of those places you strive to live in!

For the average person, a trip to the old Fisher Hill reservoir after a walk around the neighborhood, is about as close as you'll get. The reservoir is abandoned and usually most of it is dry, but what fun to see a little wild greenspace. Fisher Hill is a must see - just for the beauty and dreams of living there.
Recommended for
  • Professionals
  • Families with kids
  • Retirees
4/5 rating details
  • Neighborly Spirit 4/5
  • Safe & Sound 4/5
  • Clean & Green 4/5
  • Eating Out 4/5
  • Nightlife 4/5
  • Lack of Traffic 3/5
2yrs+

"One of Brookline’s most elite neighborhoods"

Fisher Hill is known for its luxurious multi-million dollar estates and spacious landscaped surroundings. The area has long been home to some of Brookline’s elite residents since it was first designed by famous architect Frederick Law Olmsted. Fisher Hill is well known for its beautiful architecture and well-kept, picturesque homes. Fisher Hill is a residential area with the average single family detached home selling for well over $1.7 million dollars. The average household income for residents of Fisher Hill is approximately $200,000 annually.

The neighborhood has a rich history that dates back to the 1700’s and has housed many of the most wealthy people in the Boston and Brookline areas. Most of the children living in the neighborhood attend the highly successful John D. Runkle primary school, which is named after the second president of MIT. Fisher Hill features easy access to public transportation such as the Green Line T and Route 9.
Recommended for
  • Professionals
  • Families with kids
  • Retirees

Unranked Streets in Fisher Hill

Clinton Rd

4.5/5
"Not to close to the city... yet just close enough"
42.3342915249462 -71.1405776397039

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