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Hingham

32 min to Boston
"South Shore's answer to the North Shore's snobbery"
Median Price
$1,211,250
$450/sqft
School Rating
9.1/10
Excellent
Appreciation
3.8%
per year
Commute
32 min
to downtown

Financing Considerations

Properties in Hingham typically require jumbo financing with stricter underwriting, larger down payments (20–25%+), and higher reserve requirements.

Learn about loan thresholds, property condition impact, flood/wind insurance, and how vintage homes (common in many MA towns) affect mortgage approval.

✨The Vibe

Coastal New England charm with sailing culture and old money

What It's Really Like

Historic South Shore town with colonial charm, sailing culture, and excellent schools near the water

Best For

  • ✓Coastal lifestyle
  • ✓Sailing enthusiasts
  • ✓Family-focused
  • ✓South Shore commuters

Avoid If

  • ✗You work in Cambridge
  • ✗You want quick Boston access
  • ✗You hate boats

🌟Highlights

⛵Hingham Harbor and yacht clubs
🚢Ferry to Boston in summer
🏫Excellent public schools
🏛️Historic downtown with charm

Insider Tips

  • 💡Areas near harbor are most expensive
  • 💡Commute is long but ferry helps in summer
  • 💡Downtown rivals best of Cape Cod

Demographics

Population
33,115
Median Age
46
Median Income
$242,949
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