Scituate, MA

40 min to Boston

"Quintessential New England coastal charm with top schools"

Median Price
$1,100,000
$465/sqft
Schools
7.6/10
Good
Appreciation
3.3/10
Growth Potential
Commute
40 min
to Boston

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Recently Sold in Scituate

View all 11 sales
$1,410,000
Curated Median
11
Total Sales on Record
$975,0002,699,000
Price Range
12 Hawley Rd
Well Under Median
$975,000

12 Hawley Rd

3bd2ba1,750 sqft
$557/sqftInvalid Date
184 Booth Hill Rd
Well Under Median
$986,500

184 Booth Hill Rd

3bd2ba2,025 sqft
$487/sqftInvalid Date
37 11th Ave
Under Median
$1,170,000

37 11th Ave

4bd3ba2,072 sqft
$565/sqftInvalid Date
14 Christopher Ln
At Median
$1,352,500

14 Christopher Ln

4bd3ba2,298 sqft
$589/sqftInvalid Date
23 Old Oaken Bucket Rd
At Median
$1,225,000

23 Old Oaken Bucket Rd

3bd2ba2,516 sqft
$487/sqftInvalid Date
18 Longmeadow Rd
At Median
$1,410,000

18 Longmeadow Rd

4bd3ba2,776 sqft
$508/sqftInvalid Date

What Drives Prices in Scituate

Full breakdown

Decomposition of the $1,100,000 median price into its underlying components.

Land Value$167,244 (15%)
Structure & Quality$668,978 (61%)
School Premium$133,796 (12%)
Access & Commute Premium$77,601 (7%)
Prestige & Stability Premium$52,381 (5%)
690
School Value Score
580
Overall Value Score

The Scituate Vibe

Scenic harbor town with historic lighthouses, beautiful beaches, and strong academic programs. Affluent family-oriented community with quintessential coastal New England character and excellent college prep focus.

Scituate delivers classic coastal New England—lighthouses, beaches, great schools, and the kind of charm that makes you forget about the commute.

Highlights
⚓ Historic lighthouses and scenic harbor
🏖️ Beautiful beaches including Minot Beach
🎓 Strong school system (8/10 rating)
🌊 Quintessential coastal New England character

Who It's For

✓ Great for
  • Families prioritizing coastal lifestyle and strong schools
  • Beach lovers wanting New England charm
  • Those seeking authentic harbor town character
  • Education-focused buyers
⚠ Consider elsewhere if
  • You need quick Boston access (40+ min)
  • You're on a tight budget
  • You prefer urban amenities

Schools

7.6
Good
out of 10 · K–12 composite
School details & private schools

Demographics

Population19,200
Median Age45
Median Household Income$132,000
Work from Home17.4%
Professional Sector55.4%

Insider Tips

  • 1.Humarock is exclusive beach neighborhood
  • 2.Harbor area has best restaurants and charm
  • 3.Schools focused on college prep—academics are serious here

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