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Why Live in Germantown

Germantown, a neighborhood in Quincy, offers panoramic views of Town River Bay, Weymouth Fore River and Rock Island Cove. The area features Cape Cod homes built between the 1940s and 60s, with some turn-of-the-century bungalows and 1970s bi-levels. Residents enjoy walkable access to community parks, playgrounds and bus stops, though most shopping and dining options are a few miles away in Quincy's downtown. Local highlights include the Hofbrau Cafe, Bay Pointe Waterfront Restaurant and Confectionately Yours Bakery. For groceries, residents drive about 3 miles to Stop & Shop. The neighborhood also has a very strong sense of community, with many long-term residents. Recreational activities include clam digging, boating at Clipper Marina and visiting local parks like Fire Station Beach and Jean Kennedy Playground. The Germantown Neighborhood Center provides a recreation center, classrooms and a food pantry. For entertainment, residents often travel to 12 miles north to Boston via Interstate 93. In the city, they can enjoy professional sports games, museums, theaters and other cultural and historic attractions. The highly rated Quincy School District serves the neighborhood.

Germantown Home Prices vs. Nearby Quincy, MA Neighborhoods

Germantown Adams Shore North Quincy South Quincy
Median Home Price
$599,000
$609,900
$678,000
$595,000
Median Sale Price
$605,000
-5% YoY
$607,000
+5% YoY
$702,000
+5% YoY
$579,000
+6% YoY
Median Single Family Price
$605,000
$607,000
$770,000
$700,000
Median Condo Price
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$664,550
$435,500
$501,000
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Market Conditions
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Germantown a good place to live?
Germantown is a good place to live. Germantown is considered car-dependent and bikeable with some transit options. Germantown has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is very dense in population with 16.0 people per acre and a median age of 41. The average household income is $79,274 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 31.3% of residents. A majority of residents in Germantown are renters, with 72% of residents renting and 28% of residents owning their home. A local real estate agent serving Germantown can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our Germantown neighborhood guide.
Is Germantown, MA a safe neighborhood?
Germantown, MA is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 3 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Germantown?
The median home price in Germantown is $599,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $119,800 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.55%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $3,040 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $130K a year to afford the median home price in Germantown. Learn how much home you can afford with our Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Germantown is $79K.
What are the best public schools in Germantown?
The best public schools that serve Germantown are:
What are the best private schools in Germantown?
The best private schools that serve Germantown are:
What are the most popular zip codes in Germantown, Quincy, MA?
The most popular zip codes in Germantown, Quincy, MA include 02169, 02191, 02184, 02188 and 02189.
What are the most popular neighborhoods near Germantown, Quincy, MA?
The most popular neighborhoods near Germantown, Quincy, MA are Houghs Neck, Quincy Point, North Weymouth, Merrymount and South Quincy.
Are home prices dropping in Germantown?
Yes, home prices in Germantown are down 32% in the last 12 months.
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