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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:
139
/ 124
/ 24
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:
$219,900
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Great opportunity to own a nice house in "The Neck"! Nice 3 bdrm 2 story home on a beautiful corner lot. Just steps to Quincy Bay. Large eat in kitchen leads to oversize deck and a great yard! Spacious LR. The 1st floor Bdrm could be converted to a nice Family Room. 3 season porch. No representations made by seller. House being sold AS IS! Motivated! MAKE OFFER!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$344,000
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3 bedroom, 1-1/2 bath with 5 star tiled bathroom with walk in shower and aqua tub. Located on a double lot with plenty of room for kids and pets, (2) car detached garage. Large driveway and a New roof. The owner has found a potential home and is motivated to make a deal work for both parties.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$481,250
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Pristine, sun-drenched Wollaston Hill Colonial featuring updated open concept first floor. Beautifully updated Kitchen and Bathrooms. Living Rm features custom built-in bookshelves & fireplace. First floor Family Rm. Picture windows frame stunning views of Boston skyline. Hardwood floors, carrara marble bath, granite kitchen. Large deck w/pergola off Kitchen. 2nd deck off M. Bedroom. Lawn irrigation system, alarm system & newer furnace. ***Check out virtual tour. *** OH, SUN. FEB 12, 1-3pm ***
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TYPE:
Land
PRICE:
$319,000
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This is being sold as land with all plans and approvals included for 3 townhouses units to be built.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$144,900
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Attention Developers!! NOT A FIRST TIME HOME BUYER house!! This is NOT a short sale. Large lot with house and garage PLUS additional Lot for a total of 8082 sqft. Tear down and rebuild or combine for potential redevelopment into a multi-unit conversion. Potential for water-views with new construction. This house needs significant work and is priced in "as-is"condition and includes 593 Sea St. Lot. see attached plot plan.
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TYPE:
Land
PRICE:
$144,900
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Attention developers! Large lot with existing house and garage PLUS additional Lot for a total of 8082 sqft. Tear down and rebuild or combine for potential redevelopment into a multi-unit conversion. Potential for water-views with new construction. This house needs significant work and is priced in "as-is"condition and includes 593 Sea St. Lot.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$434,000
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Dutch Colonial in Merrymount area. Walk through the front foyer and feel right at home. 1st fl offers Lv rm with pellet stove, Office and new 1/2 bath. Dining room with built in China Cabinet. Newer Kitchen with maple cabinets and lovely screened in porch to sit and relax and enjoy the landscaped backyard. 2nd floor offers 3 bdrms all with hardwood floors and updated full bath. Be pleasantly surprised when you walk up to the finished 3rd floor offering multiple options of use.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$219,500
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Location,location, location. Great 2 bedroom 2 bath Condo located within walking distance to the ?T? close to shopping, highway access, minutes to Quincy Center. Ideal for commuters. Pet friendly, lots of closet space, central air, Updated bathrooms. New vinyl siding. Fantastic location, great price, mortgage rates are at all time lows, don?t let this opportunity pass you by. Call now to schedule a showing.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$309,000
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Impressive single floor unit w/ great outdoor space located within The Village at Crown Colony. You will be delighted when come to visit this home. Two and Half Baths and great size bedrooms complete this meticulously maintained condo. All you have to do is pack your bags and start living. There is a shuttle which transport you directly to the Redline. Call today for an appt.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$209,000
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Solid Colonial in Houghs Neck situated on a corner lot.This 3 bedroom home has been in the same family for many years.First floor has large eat in kitchen, livingroom, and diningroom. The second floor with large master bedroom and 2 good size bedrooms, large bath. Home needs some updating, but well worth the effort. There is off street parking for 2 cars.Exterior of the home is in great shape. Some recent updates include newer roof, freshly painted exterior, chimney repointed, new back stairs.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$179,000
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Seller needs to get under contract by 2/15 Why rent when you can own for less. This is the one. Tall tall ceilings. In unit washer / dryer. Great value. You can walk to Wollaston MBTA and Hannaford Market right from the front door. Move in condition. 2 bedrooms, parking, central air. Pet friendly. Take a look. If you have cash...we got ears. The seller can close in 30 days or less. There was unit like it that just rented for $1400 in the complex. Do the math. 76% owner occup.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$205,000
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Wow pricing for this bright & sunny one bdrm unit at the Excelsior. This spacious unit boasts an open floor plan with 9 ft ceilings.Enter through large foyer to granite and stainless applianced kitchen with breakfast bar. LR features bowed window and dining area w/chandelier. Large bedroom with walk in closet. In unit laundry, central a/c & pets allowed. Brand new hot water heater in 2012. Fitness center, pool, tennis available for additional fee. Great commuter location close to T & highways.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$204,000
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This is the one for you. If you don't do anything right this year, then do this. The owner needs to get this under contract by February 21st. This is a two bedroom on the first floor. You won't have to trek up all the stairs like the rest. Meticulously cared for and clean as whistle. You can live all on one floor with the convenience of a washer and dryer in unit. You'll love the fireplace and the walk out patio...hurry hurry...
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$999,000
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Chapman's Reach at Marina Bay! Stunning single family home on picturesque side street. Charming farmer's porch. Soaring 2 level entryway. 1st floor has traditional formal living and dining rooms; kitchen w/maple cabinetry and granite counters; fireplaced great room w/floor to ceiling bookcases and entry to spacious patio; powder room, sumptious master BR w/ private patio and bath;.stairs to bonus room. 2 bedrooms, full bath on second level. 2 car attached, direct entry garage, full basement!
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TYPE:
Multi-Family
PRICE:
$559,000
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Two solid 3-families next door to each other for sale! 14-16 MLS# 71329905 & 18-20 Appleton St. Buy one, or buy both!! $569,000 & $559,000. Walk to Wollaston Beach and T-Station. Fully rented, new furnaces, separate utilities, hardwood floors, ample parking, large backyard. 3/3/1 bed & 3/3/2 bed. Serious buyers, pre-approval or cash only
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$479,900
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One of the most sought after neighborhoods in Quincy! Less than a mile from the red line and easy access to the highway makes the trip to and from Boston a breeze. Owner has installed 6 high efficiency ductless heating/cooling systems on the first 2 floors. Potential for a 5th bedroom with a large finished 3rd level. A large back deck overlooks a vast fenced in back yard. Roof is about 2 years old and the siding is maintenance free so once you move in all the work is done! Don?t miss this one!
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$225,000
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Location! Location! Location! Great Value! 2 Bedroom, 2 Full Bath Condo with Family Room, Kitchen and Dining Room. New Wall-to-wall Carpets to be installed. Master Bedroom with Master Bath and Walk-in Closet. Spectacular Views of Marina and Boston Skyline!
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$234,800
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Desirable well maintained condominium in a great complex which offers a built-in swimming pool for this summer. This spacious unit offers a light, bright and open floor plan. Two large bedrooms and plenty of closet space. Central air conditioning, updated kitchen shows well and refrigerator included for buyers. Private balcony overlooking the lush professionally landscaped grounds. Washer/ Dryer in unit, deeded garage parking. Minutes to downtown Boston!! $3,000 credit for flooring upgrade.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$362,000
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Location! Location! Location! This great size home is situated on a large, private lot, close to area amenities such as shops, restaurants, schools, public transportation and highway access. Features include maintenance free vinyl siding, fireplaced living room, hardwood flooring and newer furnace. Just a little cosmetics and your personal touch will make this wonderful home perfect!
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$259,000
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Convenient location, move in condition, good size rooms, balcony off living room, Boston Skyline, laundry room in same floor, parking space #107 & #134. 60ft heated in ground swimming pool, clubhouse, tennis court, near Quincy Bay and Wollaston Beach and Public Transportation.
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