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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:
- Merrymount Elementary School has an A- Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 13:1 and an average review score of 3.0.
- Quincy High School has a B+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 12:1 and an average review score of 4.0.
- Atherton Hough Elementary School has a B Niche grade and a student teacher ratio of 10:1.
What are the best private schools in Germantown?
The best private schools that serve Germantown are:
- The Woodward School for Girls has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 4:1 and an average review score of 4.3.
- Sacred Heart Elementary School has an A- Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 17:1 and an average review score of 4.6.
- SELA: The International Private School has a student teacher ratio of 4:1.
What are the most popular zip codes in Germantown, Quincy, MA?
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.