Why Live in Humarock
Humarock, a neighborhood in Scituate, offers a unique blend of coastal living and community spirit. Homes range from 1920s bungalows to newer, elevated residences designed to withstand storms. The area is known for its limited real estate, with properties often passed down through generations. Humarock Beach is a local favorite for swimming and sunbathing, and the nearby South River is popular for boating and kayaking. The 225-acre Mass Audubon's North River Wildlife Sanctuary, located about 4 miles northwest, provides hiking trails and bird-watching opportunities. Local businesses include Superior Lobster & Seafood, Humming Rock Gifts, and the Voyage Irish Pub & Restaurant, which hosts live music and events like singo bingo. For a sweet treat, residents visit Dockside Donuts. Humarock celebrates several holidays with unique traditions, such as the Independence Day bonfires and fireworks, the Humaflock float event, the Horribles Parade before Labor Day, and St. Patrick's Day festivities featuring bagpipers and Irish dancers. Boston is approximately 33 miles away, and residents can commute via the Greenbush station in Scituate, 6 miles from Humarock. The neighborhood is served by highly rated schools, including Jenkins Elementary School, Lester J. Gates Middle School, and Scituate High School.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Humarock a good place to live?
Humarock is a good place to live. Humarock is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with minimal transit options. Humarock is a suburban neighborhood with a crime score of 1, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Humarock has 6 parks for recreational activities. It has a median age of 60. The average household income is $121,265 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 35.1% of residents. A majority of residents in Humarock are home owners, with 19.5% of residents renting and 80.5% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Humarock can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Humarock neighborhood guide.
Is Humarock, MA a safe neighborhood?
Humarock, MA is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 1 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Humarock?
The median home price in Humarock is $1,262,450. If you put a 20% down payment of $252,500 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.23%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $6,210 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $266K a year to afford the median home price in Humarock. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Humarock is $121K.
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Home Trends in Humarock, MA
On average, homes in Humarock, Scituate sell after 25 days on the market compared to the national average of 56 days. The median sale price for homes in Humarock, Scituate over the last 12 months is $1,149,000, up 41% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$1,149,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$1,166,500
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$1,610,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$607
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
9
Median List Price
$1,262,450
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
41%