A hand-drawn collage illustration with torn paper edges, depicting the Fisher Hill neighborhood in Brookline, Massachusetts. The artwork features large historic mansions, including a prominent stone house with a turret, a green sign reading 'FISHER HILL HISTORIC DISTRICT,' a winding tree-lined street with stone walls and a vintage car, and a distant view of the Boston skyline. Text labels read 'FISHER HILL', 'BROOKLINE, MA', and 'HISTORIC DISTRICT'. The style is nostalgic with muted colors.

Fisher Hill

An Olmsted-designed masterpiece offering grand estate living, skyline views, and a "country in the city" feel.

Average Home Price

2966500

Average Condo Price

1294211

Avg. Price / SF

771

Avg. Days on Market

36

Walk Score

72

Location & Transit

Please Note: Commute times are estimates based on typical conditions. Actual times may vary based on traffic, weather, and MBTA service.

Fisher Hill Schools

Brookline High School, John D. Runkle

Pierce School (K-8): The historic main building and the "Pierce at Fisher Hill" building serve this zone. Runkle School (K-8): Serves portions of the western slope near Dean Road. Brookline High School (9-12): Located just at the base of the hill on Greenough Street.

Fisher Hill Real Estate

single_family, condos
Fisher Hill is Brookline’s most distinguished residential enclave, originally designed by Frederick Law Olmsted as a "garden suburb" for Boston’s wealthy merchants. The housing stock is dominated by grand single-family mansions in Queen Anne, Shingle, and Colonial Revival styles, sitting on expansive, manicured lots. In recent years, some historic estates have been converted into ultra-luxury condominiums, most notably the Longyear at Fisher Hill (a gated community in a former mansion) and Fisher Hill Estates. You will not find triple-deckers here; this is a neighborhood of manor homes and high-end townhouses.

Fisher Hill Neighborhood Charachter

Fisher Hill offers a serene, almost pastoral atmosphere that feels worlds away from the city, despite being just miles from downtown. The neighborhood is defined by its winding, tree-shaded streets, historic stone walls, and lack of through-traffic, preserving a quiet exclusivity. Because it sits on one of the highest points in Brookline, many homes and public spaces command sweeping views of the Boston skyline. It is purely residential, meaning residents enjoy total tranquility while being a short walk or drive down the hill to the dining of Washington Square or Brookline Village.

Fisher Hill Market Insight

Fisher Hill is a “Prestige Market” characterized by high-value, low-velocity transactions. It attracts “urban sophisticates” and executives seeking privacy and architectural pedigree. Median home prices here are among the highest in the state, frequently topping $2.5M – $5M+. Because of the Fisher Hill Historic District protections, properties hold their value exceptionally well, but buyers should be prepared for strict oversight on any exterior renovations. It is a “forever home” neighborhood, meaning inventory is consistently tight.