Why Live in Winthrop Beach
Winthrop Beach offers a unique blend of coastal and urban living, with views of both the ocean and Boston's skyline. The neighborhood features a mix of converted condominiums and multifamily homes, including 1920s low-rise buildings on Trident Avenue and two-family colonial properties from the late 1800s and early 1900s on Seafoam Avenue. More recently built condominiums on Shirley Street provide waterfront and skyline views. Home sizes range from 700 to 2,700 square feet. Winthrop Public Schools, which includes four schools, are highly rated, contributing to the area's appeal for families. Arthur T. Cummings Elementary, Winthrop Middle, and Winthrop High School all have strong ratings and active community involvement. Local dining options feature a variety of Italian restaurants such as Café Rossetti’s and D’Parma, as well as the family-owned Mexican eatery La Siesta. The neighborhood also has convenient stores like D&T Market for everyday essentials. Winthrop Beach is a hub for swimming, paddleboarding, and fishing, while the town's boat ramps and yacht clubs support a vibrant boating community. The seasonal Winthrop Ferry offers an alternative commute to Boston. Despite some airplane noise from nearby Logan Airport, the area remains attractive for its affordability and coastal charm, providing a small-town feel with easy access to city amenities.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Winthrop Beach a good place to live?
Winthrop Beach is a good place to live. Winthrop Beach is considered somewhat walkable and somewhat bikeable. Winthrop Beach has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is very dense in population with 22.3 people per acre and a median age of 44. The average household income is $110,283 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 40.6% of residents. A majority of residents in Winthrop Beach are renters, with 53.3% of residents renting and 46.7% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Winthrop Beach can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Winthrop Beach neighborhood guide.
Is Winthrop Beach, MA a safe neighborhood?
Winthrop Beach, 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 Winthrop Beach?
The median home price in Winthrop Beach is $335,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $67,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,740 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $75K a year to afford the median home price in Winthrop Beach. The average household income in Winthrop Beach is $110K.
What are the best public schools in Winthrop Beach?
The best public schools that serve Winthrop Beach are:
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Are home prices dropping in Winthrop Beach?
Yes, home prices in Winthrop Beach are down 8% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Winthrop Beach, MA
On average, homes in Winthrop Beach, Winthrop sell after 37 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Winthrop Beach, Winthrop over the last 12 months is $335,000, down 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$335,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$335,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$395,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$149
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Last 12 months Home Sales
59
Median List Price
$335,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-1%