Fisher Hill Historic District

Fisher Hill Historic District is a residential neighborhood in Brookline featuring homes built between the 1880s and early 1900s in a range of architectural styles from classical to contemporary interpretations. The district spans roughly 150 acres with buildings arranged along tree-shaded streets that follow the original landscape design.

Development began in the 1880s under landscape designers Frederick Law Olmsted and John Charles Olmsted, who created the original subdivision plan for the area. A building restriction established in 1914 limited construction to single-family residences, preventing denser development.

The neighborhood was designed as a suburb for Boston's affluent families, and residents still maintain the quiet, tree-lined streets that define daily life here. Walking through, you notice how the generous lots and substantial homes reflect the aspirations of people who wanted distance from the city.

The district stretches from Chestnut Hill Avenue to Dean Road and is best explored on foot at your own pace. The wide streets and continuous sidewalks make walking through comfortable regardless of your starting point.

Each home was designed by a different architect for wealthy patrons, creating a remarkable collection of individual architectural expressions throughout the neighborhood. This variety makes the streets feel like an open-air gallery where no two houses are quite alike.

Location: Brookline

GPS coordinates: 42.33111,-71.14139

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:15