Henry Grew Elementary School
Public · Grades PK–6
Boston,
MA
Hyde Park
Boston,
MA
Neighborhoods
Hyde Park
From Turtle Pond to tree-lined streets, the perfect blend of city living and open space
About the Neighborhood
Living in Hyde Park
As Boston’s southernmost neighborhood, Hyde Park offers a peaceful, suburban feel. Named after London’s Hyde Park, this Boston neighborhood mixes residential areas with former industrial spaces that showcase the area’s history as a manufacturing center. The neighborhood has a variety of local restaurants along Fairmount Avenue, such as Ron’s Gourmet Ice Cream and Twentieth Century Bowling Alley, Delicias Colombianas, and Antonio’s Bacaro. Celebrated for its local arts scene and heritage, this area is home to the Riverside Theatre Works and the Menino Arts Center. The expansive Stony Brook Reservation is one of Hyde Park’s most popular spots with its scenic rocky ledges, hiking trails, and the popular Turtle Pond. Living in Hyde Park provides residents a blend of green spaces, suburban feel, and historic Boston charm, while remaining in the city limits.
Neponset River Trails
Cleary Square Village
Fairmount Line Access
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Livability
Walk, Bike & Transit
78
Walk Score
Very Walkable
40
Bike Score
Somewhat Bikeable
53
Transit Score
Good Transit
Education
Schools
New Mission High School
Public · Grades 7–12
Tucker Elementary School
Public · Grades PK–5
Channing Elementary School
Public · Grades PK–6
William H Ohrenberger School
Public · Grades 3–8
Getting Around
Public Transit
Fairmount Line
Rail
Franklin/Foxboro Line
Rail
Providence/Stoughton Line
Rail
Roslindale Square - Heath Street
Bus
Wakefield Avenue & Truman Parkway - Ashmont Station
Bus
Mattapan Station - Forest Hills Station via Cummins Highway and Roslindale Square
Bus
Wolcott or Cleary Square - Forest Hills Station
Bus
Questions
Frequently Asked
Where is Hyde Park located in Boston?
Hyde Park sits at the southernmost tip of Boston with the Neponset River to the east and the town of Dedham to the west.
Is Hyde Park a good neighborhood to live in Boston?
Hyde Park is Boston’s southernmost neighborhood and offers a quieter, more suburban feel. The community features extensive outdoor recreation areas, including the Stony Brook Reservation, trails along the Neponset River, and the nearby Blue Hills Reservation. Hyde Park is served by two MBTA commuter rail stations and several local bus lines that connect to the greater Boston area transit system. Since Hyde Park is about 8 miles south of the city center, commuting to Downtown Boston generally takes longer than in other neighborhoods.
What is Hyde Park, Boston known for?
Hyde Park is recognized for its green spaces, like the Stony Brook Reservation, the Neponset River Reservation, and the nearby Blue Hills Reservation. It’s also known as Boston’s southernmost neighborhood, located near the suburbs of Milton, Dedham, and Canton.
How far is Hyde Park from downtown Boston?
Hyde Park is located approximately 8 miles south-southwest of Downtown Boston.
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