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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:
12
/ 2
/ 0
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:
Condo
PRICE:
$249,900
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Breathtaking views of the water and the Boston skyline from the Trevore House in Squantum. Heat and hot water, water & sewer, master insurance (including a flood insurance policy) included in the condo fee. An updated kitchen w/ granite countertops and maple cabinets which opens up to the living room. Two bedrooms and a third room which can be used as an office or bedroom without a closet. Laundry room storage area on site. Close to Marina Bay and Wollaston Beach. A bus stop nearby.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$599,900
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BEAUTIFUL SUNSETS AND MINUTES TO MARINA BAY!!! A GREAT COMBINATION!! THIS CUSTOM AND QUALITY BUILT COLONIAL OFFERS A BRIGHT, OPEN FLOOR PLAN, LOTS OF SPARKLING HARDWOOD, GAS FIREPLACE WITH MARBLE SURROUND, MASTER BEDROOM WITH SITTING AREA, 3.5 BATHS INCLUDING A JACUZZI TUB, PRIVATE OFFICE,GREAT PATIO WITH PAVERS, TWO FANTASTIC DECKS, ONE ON THE ROOFTOP WITH STUNNING VIEWS OF BOSTON AND 1/10 MILE FROM THE OCEAN!!!! HOME WILL BE COMPLETED IN 60 DAYS JUST IN TIME FOR SUMMER!! EASY TO SHOW!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$419,000
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Pretty Colonial in Sought After Squantum Neighborhood! Enjoy living near the city and the sea, on this much loved Peninsula! This home has the charm you seek and updates you are looking for, with 3/4 beds, 2 full baths, gleaming hardwoods, and replacement windows. Spacious master has juliet balcony so you can sip your coffee while enjoying the sunrise. Fenced Backyard and Deck are ready for your Summertime Barbeques. Fully applianced and move in ready! Close to stores, beach and bus!!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$699,900
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Beautiful waterfront colonial with your own private beach. Breathtaking views from almost every room. Large eat-in kitchen with adjoining family room. First floor laundry. Large dining room and living room with fireplace. Master bedroom is oversized and has walk-in closet with great views of the islands. Deck off kitchen. Lots of storage and large closets.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$399,500
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Well situated lot with views a stone's throw to the water in unique Squantum peninsula just 7 miles from downtown! Possibilities galore. Lots of windows to experience the airy shoreline of this tranquil neighborhood. Architectural details include porta cache, stained glass, china cabinet, fp and oriel type windows. This unrenovated home on the bay seeks spirited new owner. Freeways, T service, schools, restaurants, marina, beaches & more in historic Quincy voted "Best Places to Live". Come visit
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$799,999
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All new home, oceanviews,open floor plan. Great Squantum location near beach.Cityviews,Large farmers porch. Huge eat-in gorgeous kitchen with american cherry cabinets,granite countertops, 2 gas log fireplaces, Very high ceiling throughout, built in cabinets in dining room.walk-in closets. Master bedroom has master bath w/jacuzzi/marble.Spectacular oak floors resanded.3rd floor has large media room with spectacular city views/glass slider to deck.1 oversized garage attached. Too much to list.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$364,900
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Desirable Squantum neighborhood. Recently updated kitchen with ceramic tile floor. Newer paint throughout. Hardwood floors have been refinished. Newer stove and dishwasher. Newer hot water heater. Newer remodeled bathroom. Vinyl sided with replacement windows. Large, fireplaced living room. Fenced in yard. Short walk to beach. Minutes to Expressway to Boston. Nice side street. Motivated Seller's will consider reasonable offers.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$449,900
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OH May 5th & 6th from 1-4. Immaculate & fun dormered cape in Squantum on a very kid-friendly street that ends with its own beach for street residents only! Sun & swim or just relax & watch the boats go by with Hull, Boston Harbor Islands & Boston Light in the distance. House itself has 3 bdrms & 1 & 2 1/2 bathrooms.New stainless steel refrigerator & gas stove in the eat-in kitchen, dining room, living room with fireplace, finished basement with fireplace, 3-season porch,hrwd floors throughout
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$829,000
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You can't beat the location. High on Crabtree Road, this home appraised for $1,063,000. Needs work as any 47 year old one owner home would. We feel this to be a once in a lifetime opportunity for you to create an architectural treasure. No one word or combination of words can possibly sum up this home's views; they are the best. If you are looking for something special to work with, come see this remarkable property. Come, discover Squantum, the get-away-from-it-all peninsula!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$369,000
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A sweet home with great potential.If,you have never been to this remarkable peninsula, we are sure it will be added to your list of "Top Places To Live"! Just 7 miles south of the city and easy highway access. Great Cape. Side street location. Fireplaced living room. 2 bedrooms up with 3rd bedroom on 1st floor. Eat in kitchen. Enclosed unheated sunroom. Full basement. Gas fired heating system and domestic hot water. Thermal windows. Hardwood floors. Two-car garage. An opportunity not to be misse
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$579,000
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Beautifully designed. Lots of open area. Presently 2 bedroom, BUT with the addition of one wall and one door can be a 3 bedroom (designed for future needs) large rooms.Lots of natural light and lighting detail in every room.Open floor plan.Large bathrooms;ist floor laundry room.Separate media room or den.Large glassed entry into larger foyer,multi-level deck along back of house,your private getaway or entertain the masses!Large closets.Great street and setting, some water views.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$419,000
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Crabtree Area of Squantum location. Great price. Needs renovation and TLC. New heating system. The large 12800 sq ft lot has 127' of street frontage. Drive the neighborhood and be inspired to create your dream home! Property has a share in the Summer Hill Land Trust beach lot on Crabtree Road. Google the address and see the location, neighborhood and the peninsula of Squantum!
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$274,900
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Overlooking outstanding, if not the best bay and Boston skyline views. THREE BEDROOM, end unit, natural light on 4 sides. Newer kitchen. In unit laundry. Hardwood floors throughout. Great floor plan. Great closet space in unit and large outside of unit storage area. Tandem parking (two spaces).Pets welcome. Squantum, the Peninsula community is just 7 miles south of Boston. Bus to T station and easy highway access. Marina, boardwalk and seaside restaurants nearby.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$269,000
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Small home. Big feeling. Perfectly suited for one or two. First floor OPEN floor plan of four "rooms": kitchen, dining room, living room, office, and full bath;second level is the LOFT style bedroom which can be divided into two separate rooms.The house is set back from the street and has an attractive presence.Good off street parking.First floor was rebuilt from the studs out.Sliders to large level lot.Gardener's delight or expand. If you have never been to Squantum, you must come.
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TYPE:
Land
PRICE:
$249,900
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Create your dream home on the very desireable peninsula of Squantum. Few, if any, lots of this caliber available. Hilltop location.Single family lot with plan for a 2 1/2 story house. This is a Residential A zoned buildable lot approved by City of Quincy Zoning Board of Appeals;Footprint is 28 x 60. Utilities are in the street.The new house would have views of the bay and Boston. School, shopping, beaches, Marina close by.All this 7 miles south of Boston.
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