Squantum
Neighborhood in Quincy, Massachusetts
Norfolk County 02171
Calm coastlines and active marshes
With miles of coastline and marshlands, the natural beauty that surrounds Squantum tends to be its biggest draw for new homeowners. With over 100 yards of coastline, Orchard Beach is a small, simple stretch of sand with panoramic views of the Boston Harbor and the islands that dot the horizon. The Squantum Marshes are active with wildlife and among nature lovers and bird watchers. Wendall Moses Playground is a popular spot for families, featuring basketball courts, tennis courts, Little League fields and more.Thanksgiving Turkey Trots
PorchFest comes to Squantum and several other Quincy neighborhoods in the summer, hosting over 120 live music acts that will perform on porches, stoops and front yards all over the area. During the 4th of July, runners of all ages challenge each other for bragging rights during the Squantum Road Race, which helps raise money for the annual 4th of July parade. The annual Turkey Trot is ideal for locals to burn off some of the day’s turkey and stuffing.Specialty programs at North Quincy High
Students can begin their education at Squantum Elementary School before attending Atlantic Middle School, both of which score a B-plus on Niche. Finally, they’ll enroll in North Quincy High School, which earns an A and features Vo-Tech programs in automotive technology, carpentry and more. “My daughter just finished their teaching program, which let her see firsthand what being a teacher was like,” says Scott Campbell, Councilor at Large for the city of Quincy. “Now she’s studying that at University. I give a lot of credit to that school for giving her that head start.” Plans for a new elementary school are underway, and construction should begin in 2025.Pizza at Carmine's Café
Carmine’s Café stands out as one of the community’s only restaurants, serving up slices of pizza and Italian classics with outdoor seating since 1999. Groceries, baked goods and other necessities can be picked up at Marina Bay Market 2 miles away, while retail therapy can be found at North Quincy’s Target some 2.5 miles southwest.From the bay to Boston
Nearby, Interstate 93 runs through Boston and into New Hampshire and Vermont. For trips farther afield, Boston Logan International Airport is 13 miles north. The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority also runs a regular bus line through Squantum and into the greater Boston area for people looking to make a day trip.Multigenerational homes and ocean-view estates
While new construction isn’t unheard of, most Squantum homes are well-established and built in the 20th century. Proximity to Boston alone fetches higher-than-average prices, but the area’s safety, coastal charm and rooted community amplifies this. “It’s slightly more expensive in that area than Quincy Point or Quincy Adams,” says Chris Yang, Realtor with Keller Williams Boston Southwest. “The people who have property over there tend to keep it.” Ranch homes begin in the low $600,000s, while historic Dutch Colonials reach the high-$900,000s. Contemporary ocean-view estates can get as high as $1.9 million.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Douglas Bosse
Douglas Bosse
Olde Towne Real Estate Co.
(617) 741-5807
65 Total Sales
1 in Squantum
$550,000 Price
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Lina Kriva Homes International
Lina Kriva Homes International
Responds QuicklyKeller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay
(857) 214-8673
49 Total Sales
2 in Squantum
$1.3M - $1.7M Price Range
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Kerry Dowlin
Kerry Dowlin
Coldwell Banker Realty - Dorchester
(781) 512-6561
114 Total Sales
1 in Squantum
$699,000 Price
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Jim Lewis
Jim Lewis
Responds QuicklyLewis & Co. RE Services LLC
(781) 352-9443
20 Total Sales
1 in Squantum
$1,087,500 Price
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Kevin Lewis
Kevin Lewis
Responds QuicklyColdwell Banker Realty - Hingham
(339) 217-3520
289 Total Sales
1 in Squantum
$1,025,000 Price
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Lauren Babb
Lauren Babb
Responds QuicklyConway - Hanover
(339) 214-9475
2 Total Sales
1 in Squantum
$560,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Nickerson Beach
- Picnic Area
- Beach
- Parking Lot
Atlantic Street Dog Park
- Dog Park
Wollaston Beach
- Trails
- Beach
- Parking Lot
Orchard Beach
- Beach
- Parking Lot
Wendall Moses Playground
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Playground
Billings Creek Salt Marsh Trail
- Trails
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Squantum | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 2 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 2 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 1 | 4 |
| Robbery | 2 | 4 |
| Burglary | 2 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 2 | 4 |
| Larceny | 2 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 2 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Squantum Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Squantum, Quincy sell after 27 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Squantum, Quincy over the last 12 months is $730,000, down 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$979,000
Median Sale Price
$730,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$910,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$2,299,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$485,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Last 12 months Home Sales
23
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-1%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$553
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
913
Number of Homes for Sale
8
Median Year Built
1940
Months of Supply
4.20
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,697
Below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,109
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
961
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
464
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,098
Open Houses
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Thursday, Jun 195 - 7pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
2,620
Median Age
49
Population Density
7 ppl/acre
Population under 18
19.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
24.9%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$118,089
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$138,596
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
93.5%
College Graduates
47%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
22.4%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
43''
Average Winter Low Temperature
23°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
12''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
27
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
29
/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
22
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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