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The City of Quincy is known by outsiders as the City of Presidents, but is known by residents as a vigorous urban commercial and business center serving the surrounding towns in Norfolk and Plymouth counties.
First settled in 1625 by traders, Quincy was established as a town in 1792 and incorporated as a city in 1888. The original rural agricultural economy was quickly supplemented by fishing and then shipbuilding and granite quarrying. The Quincy quarries provided the granite for the Bunker Hill Monument among other famous structures, while the descendent of previous yards, the Fore River shipyard, built and launched many of the merchant and naval ships that sailed the world's oceans until long past the Second World War. Immigrants from Italy, Sweden, Finland, Scotland and Ireland came to work in the shipyards and granite quarries and to diversity the Yankee population.
English settlers retaining farms in Quincy into the 18th century included the Adams family, two of whose members became ambassadors, legislators and presidents and John Hancock, the first signer of the Declaration of Independence. John Adams followed George Washington as president of the United States and his son John Quincy Adams followed Thomas Jefferson as president. The relatively modest Adams homestead still stands in its orchard and garden in Quincy, one of the many things that draw visitors to the City.
Linked to Boston by rapid transit, Quincy now has some characteristics of a suburban bedroom community, including comfortable and pleasant neighborhoods, while retaining the earmarks of an urban center with its strong commercial and shopping areas.
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School System Info
MCAS Ranking (of 351 towns) in State:
10th Grade Math: |
145 |
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10th Grade Eng: |
144 |
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8th Grade Math: |
112 |
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8th Grade Eng: |
130 |
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8th Grade Science: |
88 |
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4th Grade Math: |
174 |
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4th Grade Eng: |
165 |
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Spending/Student:
$8,251
Average SAT scores:
1373
Student/Teacher Ratios:
13.3 to 1
Community
Population:91,622 Median Income in town: $61,158 Population Density: (people per square mile)
Crime Rate (per 1000 residents):
Property: 17.1 / 1,000
Violent: 3.5 / 1,000
Real Estate
Number of active:
Singles/Condos/Multis:
229
/ 167
/ 57
Median home price this year: N/A Median home price last year: $322,250
Median home price 5 yrs ago: $360,000
% change since last year: N/A
% change since 5 years ago: -12%
Avg single family tax bill:
$3,780
Transportation
Rail info: (T stops, commuter rail stops)
Quincy Center (Greenbush Line, Old Colony Lines)
Subway info:
Red Line
Bus lines:
210, 214, 215, 216, 220, 221, 222, 225, 230, 236, 238, 245
Miles to Boston:
10
Drive time to Boston (minutes):
19
Rail time to Boston:
16
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RECENT LISTING
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$210,000
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Much potential. Renovation loans/Conventional/Cash. Accesible location. SHORT SALE. Acceptance of any good faith deposit money in escrow w/out a 3rd party final approval does not bind the Seller. No warranties nor representations expressed or implied of any kind by Seller/Seller's Broker. FOR SALE AS IS. Inspection for Buyer's informational purposes only.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$359,000
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LOCATION, LOCATION! CHECK OUT THIS SPACIOUS BUNGALOW JUST STEPS TO THE BEACH! RARE OPPORTUNITY TO BUY IN SEASIDE MERRYMOUNT AND BE A PART OF ITS COVETED NEIGHBORHOOD BEACH ASSOCIATION!. THIS CHARMING 1915 HOME BOASTS 4 BEDROOMS, 2 BATHS, BREEZY FRONT PORCH, REAR DECK, FP LIVINGROOM, HW FLOORS, NEWER OIL TANK & WEIL MCCLEAN BOILER. TIME TO BRING THIS WONDERFUL OLD PROPERTY BACK TO ITS ORIGINAL LUSTRE! EXCELLENT FOR EXTENDED FAMILY! OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY 1-3
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$689,000
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A RARE OPPORTUNITY..to own this Colonial Revival Gambrel which has been lovingly maintained by present owners.1st flr offers a gracious &elegant foyer,liv rm,dining rm,den/library,kit & 2 lavatories.2nd flr has 4 spacious bdrms&full bath.3rd flr is a 3 rm apt w/full ba(in-law;au-pair,more bdrms?).Rich in detail w/pocket drs,mahogany mantel,stain&leaded glass,wainscoting,French drs,fluted columns+much more.Heat,windows,electric,kitchen updated. .A"must see" if you like histor,detail & convenience
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$475,000
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Beautiful Waterfront Single Family. Newly renovated. New kitchen with stainless steel appliances. Granite counter top. Beautiful hardwood floor. Three bathrooms, Steam shower and jacuzzi tub. Ceramic tile floors. New electrical, recessed lighting, vinyl siding. New addition. Beach side deck overlooking the beautiful bay. Easy to show. Must see.
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TYPE:
Multi-Family
PRICE:
$399,000
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TYPE:
Multi-Family
PRICE:
$585,000
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Nice four unit building in quiet residential area with great rental history. Two 4 room 1 bedrooms and Two 4 room 2 bedrooms. Many recent renovations. Heating system 3 years old. One block to beach. Please call listing agent only.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$639,000
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Attention contractors, builders or developers. Large lot. Huge detached garage with a lot of storage. Long and big driveway. Beautiful property set back away from Adams Street. Recessed lighting in kitchen. Nice and bright office in the front part of the house with spiral staircase to the basement. Good for professionals or contractor to live and work in the property. Easy to show.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$309,000
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You must see this stunning Designer Showplace! Gorgeous unit with custom kitchen, custom crown mouldings & beautiful paint colors. You'll be pleased with the attention to detail. Corner unit that's washed with sunlight. Open spacious floor plan. High ceilings, central air, stereo surround wiring, washer/dryer in unit, new HW tank and garage parking. Very short walk to Wollaston T station and shopping area. We fell in love with this home and we know you will too.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$359,000
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Large Colonial 6 rooms plus 3 finished third floor rooms with walk out balcony. Quiet child safe street yet easy walk to Quincy Center and T. New heating system and Central Air cooling system. Lots of new wiring and circuit breakers. Eat in Kitchen with disher washer, disposal, electric range and trash compactor. Fireplace is ornamental only.. Lots of charm, easy to show.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$339,000
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Renovated Colonial just 3/10th's of a mile to the T station. New thermal windows. New wood laminate floors. Livingroom has pocket doors into the diningroom. Some original charm with original tin ceilings in some rooms. Granite foundation has been repointed. Roof is approximately 7 years young with ridge vent. 2 enclosed sun/sittingrooms. Schools, shopping, restaurants, marina, beach and highway access nearby.
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TYPE:
Multi-Family
PRICE:
$293,500
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Standard 2-family in need of some work and upgrading, but worth the effort. Both heating systems newer. Conveniently located to Quincy Square and transportation. Property being sold in "as is" condition. Second floor vacant to be shown anytime, first floor to be shown if there's interest. Property to be delivered vacant at closing.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$359,000
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Charming cape located on Quincy/Milton line. Home has 5 rooms plus sun porch. Stairway to second floor for potential rooms. Private back yard
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$359,000
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Large new home, just about every thing has been done in 2006-Walls, windows, electrical(400 amp system),heating, C/A, roof, bathrooms, and granite kitchen. Beautiful open floor plan spacious rms incl a king size master BR with skylight and potential for master bath, recessed lighting throughout. LR has WI-FI surround sound and wired for projection tv. In-law/teen suite that was added in 1995.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$272,777
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A SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING WITH 4 BEDROOMS AND TWO AND HALF BATH IN GOOD CONDITION.. NO WARRANTIES OR REPRESENTATIONS BY SELLER OR BROKER, PROPERTY SOLD IN AS IS CONDITION.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$649,900
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Spacious Colonial home on Wollaston Hill w/ today?s modern good taste and yesteryear's charm. Home features 4/5 BDRMS., beautiful woodwork, high ceilings, 4 FPs, two master suites w/ good size decks on 2nd.and 3rd. flr. with view of Boston skyline.Newer roof,elec.&plumbing. Finished lower level with LR, BDRM, KIT. and bath with C/A has own entrance. Private enclosed back yard, sprinkler system, C/A, alarm system, hard wired sound system and more. Walk to Wollaston "T" and shops. Great value.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$277,000
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Priced to Sell!!! Owner's relocation is a buyer's great deal! This home needs no work. Move right in. Systems have been updated. Recently painted throughout. New Bathroom. 2 Good size bedrooms. Great finished basement area currently used for entertainment but can be used for office or extra room. Back yard area is great. Big back deck with lights. One area for BBQ and another with a 5 person hot tub! Nice fenced in yard with storage shed.
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TYPE:
Multi-Family
PRICE:
$650,000
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Desirable Brick and beautiful 4 family. Near Quincy Center T. Station, Schools, stores, restaurants and shopping. Newly renovated. Brand new 4 kitchens, bathrooms, appliances, windows and recessed lighting. Granite counter tops. Ceramic tiles floor in kitchen and bathroom. Beautiful newly refinished hardwood floor. 2 driveways. Easy to show. Must see.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$349,900
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Nice ranch-style home waiting for a new family. Home features hardwood floors throughout the main living level, an updated bathroom, an eat-in kitchen, off street parking, vinyl siding and a generous fenced-in yard. There is also a finished lower level with a family room and a 4th bedroom plus an additional full bath. This house has plenty of space for a growing family and is located minutes from I-93 and the Wollaston MBTA.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$189,900
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Must See!! BEAUTIFUL 3rd Floor of 77 Adams Place, MUCH SOUGHT AFTER BUILDING! spacious 1 BR condo plenty of room, large living room, Dining Rm, Large master Bedroom, textured ceilings thru-out, plenty of closet space, this Condo offers so much ! roof top amenities beautiful inground pool, spectacular views, relax at the pool, or the roof top Club, his/hers lockers w/ saunas, walking distance to the T , shops restaurants, fitness center across the street, what a place to call HOME!!!!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$304,900
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Lovely 3 bedroom 1 level ranch. 3 houses from the ocean with water views, walk to the beach and enjoy the ocean breeze. Open floor plan with gleaming hardwood floors. Freshly painted and new berber carpeting in bedrooms. New roof 2010. New Harvey windows 2009 & cedar impression shingles. New addition that could be used as 4th bedroom, sun room, or TV room. Large yard with shed. Off-street parking for 3 cars (tandem). Move right in to this 22-year-old home that feels new again.
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