Why Live in Quincy
Quincy's rich presidential heritage comes alive at the Adams National Historical Park, where visitors can explore the birthplaces of Presidents John Adams and John Quincy Adams. The city's outdoor spaces include the unique Quincy Quarries Reservation with its towering granite cliffs and Boston skyline views, plus the scenic Wollaston Beach stretching along the coastline. Local dining highlights feature fresh seafood at Burke's Seafood and The Lobster Stop, while The Townshend and Alba Restaurant with its rooftop deck provide upscale dining experiences.
The housing market in Quincy includes diverse options across distinct neighborhoods. Single-family homes dominate in Squantum with a median price of $1,025,000, while Merrymount's median single-family price sits at $794,000. Marina Bay features waterfront condos with median prices ranging from $349,000 for one bedroom units to $789,500 for two bedrooms. Wollaston's more affordable condos have median prices from $335,000 to $445,000 for one and two bedrooms respectively.
Property taxes in Quincy reflect Norfolk County's 1.09% effective rate, comparable to nearby Braintree but higher than Boston's 0.67%. The Massachusetts state income tax rate is 5.00%, with a 6.25% sales tax. Commuting to Boston takes 20 to 30 minutes via four MBTA Red Line stations: North Quincy, Wollaston, Quincy Center, and Quincy Adams. The education system includes highly rated public schools like North Quincy High School and private institutions such as Thayer Academy and Milton Academy, both rated A plus by Niche. Eastern Nazarene College maintains a campus presence in the community.
Home Trends in Quincy, MA
On average, homes in Quincy, MA sell after 24 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Quincy, MA over the last 12 months is $629,950, up 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$629,950
Median Single Family Sale Price
$735,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$690,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$509,000
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$345,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$466
Number of Homes for Sale
91
Last 12 months Home Sales
502
Median List Price
$635,490
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
3%