Section Image

Quincy

Quincy

Located in Gadsden County

$199,351 Average Value
$156 Average Price per Sq Ft
53 Homes For Sale

Leading up to the Great Depression, a banker in Quincy named Mark Welch “Mr. Pat” Munroe wanted to share his Coca-Cola with the rest of the city.

Noticing that people would spend their last nickel on a Coke, Munroe urged residents to buy its stock and hold onto it. He even loaned some of them money to do so. Quincy survived the Great Depression -- and every recession since – because of America’s favorite soft drink and Munroe’s foresight. “Quincy is known as being one of the richest towns per capita in the world for Coca-Cola stock ownership,” says Gay Steffens, a Realtor with Century 21 First Story Real Estate and longtime resident of Quincy. “And there are still a lot of Coca-Cola stockholders here.” The city’s bottling plant is long gone, but a large mural on the side of Padgett’s Jeweler’s is a reminder of Coca-Cola’s legacy.

Located about 20 miles northwest of Tallahassee, the small city is known for its historic architecture. Concentrated downtown are several Neoclassical and Victorian-style homes. Away from downtown in the more rural areas of the city, you will find tiny remodeled frame houses listing for as low as $60,000, custom homes in a gated community and large acreage homes listing for close to $1 million. “If you’re looking for a decently priced home close to Tallahassee, this would be the place,” says Steffens. “We have a lot of historic homes, and also homes that aren’t necessarily historic but have a historic feel.” A Colonial Revival-style home on 5 acres built in 1990 lists for $950,000. “That home would be worth several million dollars in Tallahassee,” says Steffens.

Despite a population of just 8,000, Quincy offers its residents multiple cultural attractions in its historic downtown district. Amid the storefronts designed in the decorative Italianate style, the Gadsden Arts Center & Museum is housed in the renovated 1912 Bell & Bates hardware store. It features rotating regional and national art exhibitions and a permanent collection of vernacular art, or art made by those with no formal training. The Quincy Music Theater is a popular performing arts venue that stands out for its modern look. Downtown restaurants include Big Papa’s Chophouse, which features upscale comfort food. More dining and retail options can be found along the West Jefferson Street corridor, which runs through downtown and the length of the city.

Quincy contains several secondary schools. George W. Munroe Elementary, Stewart Street Elementary and Gadsden Elementary Magnet School, which has received an A rating every year since 2006, serve students in kindergarten through fifth grade. Sixth- through eighth-graders can attend Shanks Middle School. Crossroad Academy is a B-rated business charter school serving grades K-12. Gadsden County High School is located 7 miles east of town.

Organized youth activity is concentrated on the athletic fields and at the community center run by Quincy Parks & Recreation. Just north of town is the Golf Club of Quincy. Its par-73 course winds for more than 6,600 yards amid a rural wooded setting. The semi-private course is open to the public, but members enjoy additional amenities that include tennis courts and a pool.

If you decide to make your home in Quincy, have a Coke and a smile.

Matt Pallister
Written By
Matt Pallister
Samantha Houtchens
Video By
Samantha Houtchens

Interested in learning more about homes in this area? Reach out to Jaquelynn Harrison-Cofty, an experienced agent in this area.

Agents Specializing in this Area

See All Agents

Schools

Source:
GreatSchools: The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process. View GreatSchools Rating Methodology

Quincy Housing Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$261,200
Median Sale Price
$225,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$250,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$186,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
4%
Last 12 months Home Sales
113
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-10%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$156

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes for Sale
53
Months of Supply
5.60

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

Quincy Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
7,101
Median Age
39
Population under 18
26.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18.8%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$33,620
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$46,249

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
72.8%
College Graduates
16.3%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
5.5%
% Population in Labor Force
47.4%
Below the national average
65.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
60''
Average Winter Low Temperature
40°F
Average Summer High Temperature
91°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®®

11 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®®

4 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address. CAP Index provides objective, accurate, and consistent data to help measure, compare, and mitigate crime risks.

Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. Our sources include: Accuweather, Public Records and Neustar. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.
Quincy
Jaquelynn Harrison-Cofty
Property Finders Nguyen Realty
Section Image