Quincy Point, Quincy
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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:
2
/ 4
/ 1
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:
$259,000
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Great 6 room 3 bedroom 1.5 bath 1920's Quincy. Bungalow w/ 1 car garage situated on 5K sq. ft. lot at end of private dead end street. Nice versatile open floor plan. Private back yard, perfect for summer BBQs. Conv. location to Cmuter boat T, shopping, and houses of worship. New windows,heat and hot water. Hardwood floors. First floor bedroom & family rm/office. Full unfinished basement. Waiting for new buyer's personal touch. Value priced below assessed value for quick sale. Won't last.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$335,000
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If you need space, this is the home for you! 4 bedrooms with possible 5th, large living room/dining room combo. Great kitchen space. Replacement windows throughout. Within the last 2 years, new washer/dryer, water heater and bathroom. Off street parking for 3 cars. Level, fenced in yard with 2 year old wooden deck. Set on a great cul de sac with plenty of space to let the kids play in a quiet family neighborhood near bus, school and local shopping. What more could you ask for?
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$224,888
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From this lovely 9th Fl. corner unit directly on the water with spectacular view of Fore River Bay and Boston, as well as the meticulous grounds, and immense parking lot. Watch various boats sailing around, fireworks on the balcony from Boston to the end of Cape Cod on July 4 and New Years. Open floor plan with too many amenities to list. Location near everything in metropolitan Boston. Walking distance or bus ride to park, Quincy Center business,restaurant,nightlife and the T station..Must See
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$189,000
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Sunny 'n spacious upper level 2BR/2BA unit in centrally located, well-constructed building. Boasts a renovated kitchen w/maple cabs & granite counters, a new stainless dw & microwave. Double closets in master suite w/BA. Two offst parking spaces (one garage); bus stop is right outside your door. South-facing windows splashed with sunshine- seller never turns on the heat! Spotless, professionally managed building, quiet convenience, like new! NOT a short sale so ez to show and ez to buy!
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$270,888
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A penthouse directly on the water with sweeping views of Massachusetts Bay and Boston, as well as the meticulous grounds , swimming pool and immense parking lot. Watch fireworks on the balcony from Boston to the end of Cape Cod on July 4 and New Years. Open floor plan with too many amenities to list. Location near everything in metropolitan Boston. Walking distance or bus ride to park, Quincy Center business, restaurant, nightlife and the T Station.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$316,888
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From this Imperial Penthouse, seeing your Yacht coming, watching other boats sailing around ,overlooking on meticulous grounds and swimming pool, contemplating spectacular panorama on the marina bay,open ocean ,Boston Skylight and July 4 Fireworks.Embodiment with modern Amenities and Features which are too long to list, Near everything, Easy commute to everywhere. Walking distance to Quincy Center business, restaurant, nightlife and the T Station. Enjoy and relax .Must See !!!
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TYPE:
Multi-Family
PRICE:
$379,000
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Wonderful, very large 2 family with great rental potential. Hardwood floors and energy efficient replacement windows throughout, central air in both units, and newer heating units make this a must see. Easy care Vinyl siding an added plus. First floor unit has been completely and tastefully renovated.Second floor unit needs some cosmetic work but includes an extra bedroom and bath in walk up attic. Both commuter ferry and bus lines close by.Priced to sell below assessed value.
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