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Quincy

33 min to Boston
"City of Presidents with the best dim sum north of Chinatown"
Median Price
$656,250
$452/sqft
School Rating
6/10
Good
Appreciation
3.7%
per year
Commute
33 min
to downtown

Financing Considerations

Properties in Quincy typically typically qualify for conforming loans with more flexible underwriting standards.

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

✨The Vibe

Urban-suburban mashup where historic New England meets thriving Asian-American culture and affordable access to Boston

What It's Really Like

Most diverse South Shore town with 29% Asian population—the food scene alone is worth it. Marina Bay is booming, and you're on the Red Line without Cambridge prices.

Best For

  • ✓First-time buyers wanting Red Line access under $700K
  • ✓Asian-American families seeking cultural community
  • ✓Foodies who worship at the altar of authentic dim sum
  • ✓Commuters who hate driving and love the T

Avoid If

  • ✗You want quiet suburbs with white picket fences
  • ✗Top schools are your #1 priority
  • ✗You prefer homogeneous communities

🌟Highlights

🏛️Birthplace of two US presidents (both named Adams)
🚇Five Red Line stops—best South Shore T access
🥟Thriving Asian community with incredible restaurants
🌊27 miles of coastline including Wollaston Beach

Insider Tips

  • 💡Marina Bay and Squantum are the hot neighborhoods right now
  • 💡Quincy Center is gentrifying fast—get in before it's too expensive
  • 💡Best Chinese food outside of Boston Chinatown, hands down

Demographics

Population
95,798
Median Age
38.2
Median Income
$114,801
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