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Quincy

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.

School System Info

MCAS Ranking (of 351 towns) in State:

10th Grade Math:

145  

 

10th Grade Eng:

144  

 

8th Grade Math:

112  

 

8th Grade Eng:

130  

 

8th Grade Science:

88  

 

4th Grade Math:

174  

 

4th Grade Eng:

165  

 

Spending/Student:

N/A

Average SAT scores:

1373

Student/Teacher Ratios:

13.0 to 1

 

 

Community

Population:88,025 Median Income in town: 59,735 Population Density:
(people per square mile)

5244.3

 

 

Crime Rate (property/violent):

Property: 3 / 1,000
Violent: 18 / 1,000

 

Real Estate

Number of active:

Singles/Condos/Multis: 173 / 205 / 62

Median home price this year: $244,200 Median home price last year:

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Median home price 5 yrs ago:

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% change since last year:

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% change since 5 years ago:

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Avg single family tax bill:

$3,639

 

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

 

 

RECENT LISTING

TYPE:

Condo

PRICE:

$299,900

New Construction. Adams Landing, units have crown moldings, granite tops, maple cab., ss appliances, hdwd floors, nickle finish on hrdwre, light fixt. & plumb. fixt, large patio, keyless entry. Quality Builder. Immediate highway (I-93) access, 10 minutes to Boston. Next to the Best Western Adams Inn, owners to have use of hotel swimming pool, exercise room, free shuttle to MBTA (1/2 mile), South Station, Black Falcon Peir and Logan. Others available.  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$387,500

This very cozy home is located in the desirable Adams Shore neighborhood! Only two blocks from the beach and playground. A sun filled charmer with so much to offer. 3/4 bedrooms, updated kitchen and bath, newer gas heat and hot water, replacement windows, hard wood floors throughout, built in china cabinet, 2 car garage, beautiful perennial gardens, hot tub and deck in the back, 3 season porch on the front. Very convenient to bus route and highway access.  



TYPE:

Multi-Family

PRICE:

$414,900

Spacious 2 family just outside of Quincy Center. Corner lot w/ large yard & garage. 5 roooms/2 bed each unit. Hardwood floors throughout. 2nd fl has washer/dryer hookup. Full basement with wash/dryer hookup. Seperate utilities, oil heat. 3rd floor has electric heat & is partially finished with sky lights and recessed lighting-great storage space. Below market rent for 2nd floor unit. TAW. Both would like to stay. A great property for a great price!  



TYPE:

Condo

PRICE:

$224,900

Charming 2 bedroom condo two blocks from Wollaston T. Located near all.  



TYPE:

Condo

PRICE:

$148,500

This property is corporate owned and sold in current condition. No repairs, warranties, disclosures or inspections provided by the seller. Your proof of funds or a Pre-approval letter required with all offers.A special addendum will be made a part of the final contract. Sellers have never occupied the property.  



TYPE:

Multi-Family

PRICE:

$469,900

OUTSTANDING OWNER OCCUPIED 2 FAMILY IN FAXON PARK AREA. NATRUAL GUMWOOD WOODWORK AND HARDWOOD FLOORS. SEPERATE UTILITIES WITH 3 CAR GARAGE UNDER. NEAR TRANSPORTATION AND SHOPPING. REPLACEDMENT WINDOWS. 1ST FLOOR HEAT IS 4 YEARS OLD AND 2ND FLOOR IS 5 YEARS. WATER HEATERS ARE ONLY APPROX. 2 YEARS OLD.  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$279,000

Great opportunity for first time buyers. Well maintained home in sought after Bernazzani school district. Fireplaced living room. Hardwood floors throughout. Retro style eat in kitchen. Finished family room in lower level complete with fireplace. 2 nice size bedrooms. Third bedroom can also be dining room. Expansion possibilities in walk up attic. Corner lot on quiet street. Not a foreclosure or short sale, priced below assessment. Take advantage of $7500 first time homebuyer tax credit.  



TYPE:

Condo

PRICE:

$299,900

Penthouse unit in the much desired Acadamy Park Complex. Close to train, highway, shopping and Faxon Park. This 2 level penthouse unit was recently renovated, with hardwood floors, carpet and paint, having top floor view and southern exposure. With 2 large bedrooms, vaulted ceiling family room, dining area, sunroom, and 2 parking spaces, this unit offers everything an empty nester or first time buyer is looking for.  



TYPE:

Condo

PRICE:

$123,900

Convienent location!! fresh paint, new carpet, balcony, updated kitchen, condo fee includes heat, hot & cold water and cooking gas. parking space #76. On bus line 230.  



TYPE:

Condo

PRICE:

$235,900

Located in a nice and quiet area. Very close to markets. Beautiful two bedrooms two full bath and a walk-in closet. Rooms are wall to wall carpet, has a spacious balcony.  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$329,900

First Open House Sun.12-2.Easy one floor living in much desirable Adams Steet area. Many updates include new windows, deck, refinshed hardwood floors and cermic tile floor in front porch .Heated enclosed porch/sunroom off kitchen. Modern eat-in kitchen. 2 bedrooms on second floor and huge storage/closet area.One car detached garage.Fireplace livingroom. Lots of curb appeal plus updated interior. Minutes to public transportation and highways. Bernazzani school district.  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$339,900

The heavy lifting has been done for you! New roof, vinyl siding, windows, gas heat, hot water, & electric! Spacious 4 bed colonial w/beautiful open first floor layout in most desirable North Quincy neighborhood just off Quincy Shore Drive. Tidy low-maintenance side & rear yards, full size driveway & one-car garage. Lovely enclosed front porch offers additional 3 season living space. Hardwood throughout. Walk to beach & NQ T. Just waiting for your personal touch; make it your home sweet home!  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$399,999

Nice brick 3 Bed 1.5 Bath in Squantum,featuring 2 fireplaces. Hardwoods throughout and ceramic tiles in baths and kitchens. Short sale is being negotiated, make an offer.  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$235,000

Accompanied showings only. Flood Insurance required. Needs some work but will be a very nice starter home in a Top location in North Quincy. Near shools,shopping and the Red Line. 5 Rooms, 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bath and plenty of parking. This house has a nice setback and is quite private. Motivated seller asks $ 235,000. MAKE YOUR OFFER!!!!  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$325,000

Meticulously maintained home with many updates! Lovely living room with walk out bay. Formal dining room. Oak cabinet kitchen w/tile floor opening to all season sunroom. Sparkling hardwood floors. Master bedroom with skylight, balcony, great closet space, plus its own skylit bath! Second floor laundry closet for stack washer/dryer. Plus, finished third floor walk-up suitable for a fourth bedroom/office/family room. Subject to 3rd party approval. This is a SHORT SALE.  



TYPE:

Condo

PRICE:

$179,900

From the moment you enter the front door of this open , spacious and gracious unit you will be impressed. Sun drenched living room opens to an office. The cabinet packed kitchen is very large. Master bedroom. Sliders to balcony. This unit is ready to move into . Immacualte Included in this gorgeous unit are washer/dryer hook-up. Work out room, in-ground swiming pool, close to all major routes. Don't miss this beauty.  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$449,900

This Quincy center colonial located in a sought after neighborhood has so much to offer! A large foyer with grand staircase complements the oversized dining and living rooms with a fireplace and an eat in kitchen. There are four bedrooms and an attic just waiting to be converted into a master suite! A little TLC and this house is perfect for the growing family. Located just minutes outside Quincy center it's ideal for the commuter as well!  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$248,000

Beautifully maintained, artistically landscaped, detailed, move in ready baltimore single home. Must see features nclude hardwood floors, tiled floors in kitchen & dining area complemented by real marble baseboards, door & window frames & custom made cabinets in the kitchen w/ avonite ploshed stone counter tops. Bathroom is completely tiled w/ a jacuzzi. Private fence surrounds landscaped courtyard. All renovations done w/in the past 4 yrs including roof, deleaded glass doorway & windows.  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$380,000

Enjoy the sweet life in this freshly painted, direct oceanfront home with panoramic views of Quincy Bay, a large Deck, pergo floor, fenced in yard, four car driveway, vinyl siding and an extra large lot on a quiet street in the well sought Houghs Neck neighborhood.  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$319,900

Enchanted Cottage is what comes to mind when you enter this home! The warm cozy feel will capture your heart and will not disappoint you! Cozy fireplace in the family room opens to the intimate dining room for your entertaining during the holidays. Nice size kitchen with light oak cabinets adds to the charm. 2 bedrooms upstairs with full bath and 2 additional finished rooms in the basement with 1/2 bth.Separate basement entrance.Newer windows and roof. Bigger than it seems.  








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