The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 02170 sells for about $799,950, or $445 per square foot.
Prices are up +1.2% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 42 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,955 a month.
ZIP 02170 — Quincy
The housing market in 02170 remains competitive with low inventory and steady demand, supported by its transit-oriented location. While median prices have seen modest year-over-year growth, the market is sensitive to interest rate fluctuations and coastal insurance costs. Figures for specific metrics like months of supply and sale-to-list ratio are derived from broader Quincy market data as ZIP-specific aggregates are not independently published.
This ZIP is ideal for commuters and young professionals who prioritize transit access to Boston, as well as families seeking a dense, established neighborhood with coastal amenities. It is less suited for those seeking large, private suburban lots due to the high population density.
Median prices moved up 1.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 42 days on market with 1.8 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
9% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 100.2% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 6.3% · poverty 8.7% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 6.3%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 5.5%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 02170, Norfolk County, MA
Quincy generally experiences crime rates consistent with other dense urban suburbs in the Greater Boston area, with property crime being more prevalent than violent crime. Residents typically report feeling safe in residential neighborhoods like Wollaston.
Public schools in the area are part of the Quincy Public Schools district, which generally maintains moderate to high performance ratings, with North Quincy High School serving as a notable anchor for the community.
The area faces moderate flood risk due to its coastal proximity along Quincy Bay, necessitating flood insurance for many properties in low-lying zones. The regional insurance market is stable but sensitive to coastal storm surge exposure.
Economic momentum is driven by proximity to Boston and major corporate developments in the Crown Colony office park. Infrastructure improvements, including MBTA Red Line access, continue to support high-density residential demand.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Massachusetts) — Massachusetts Local Property Tax: Ad valorem tax calculated as (Municipal Budget / Total Assessed Value of all taxable property) = Tax Rate per $1,000 of assessed value. Assessments must be at 100% of full and fair cash (market) value.
Residents benefit from excellent transit access via the MBTA Red Line at North Quincy station, providing a direct commute to downtown Boston in approximately 20-30 minutes. Major highway access is provided by I-93 and the Southeast Expressway.
The area features significant coastal access, including Wollaston Beach and the Quincy Shore Drive promenade, which are popular for walking and cycling. Local parks and proximity to the Blue Hills Reservation provide extensive outdoor recreational opportunities.
The rental market is highly competitive with low vacancy rates, driven by young professionals and commuters seeking proximity to Boston. Short-term rental activity is regulated by city ordinances to preserve housing stock.
The local economy is anchored by healthcare, education, and professional services, with significant employment hubs in the nearby Crown Colony office park. Proximity to Boston allows for a diverse labor market participation.
The area is served by the MBTA Red Line and extensive bus networks, facilitating a strong transit-oriented commute. Highway access via I-93 is a primary corridor for regional travel.
Development is focused on high-density residential projects near transit nodes to accommodate population growth. City planning emphasizes transit-oriented development and coastal resilience.
Parcels are subject to Quincy Public Schools district taxes and standard municipal levies. No specific MUD/PID districts are prevalent in this established urban area.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by coastal flood zone designations, with many properties requiring separate flood coverage. The market remains stable but requires careful risk assessment for coastal assets.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA-level tables.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
- Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum4.66.3 mi
- F1 Arcade Boston4.56.1 mi
- Starland Sportsplex & Fun Park4.413.7 mi
- Museum of Illusions Boston4.56.8 mi
- Boda Borg Boston4.711.5 mi
- Fenway Park4.87.1 mi
- TD Garden4.67.4 mi
- Gillette Stadium4.617.7 mi
- Thomas M. Menino Convention & Exhibition Center4.55.8 mi
- Topgolf Boston - Canton3.98.7 mi
- Fenway Park4.87.1 mi
- Boston Common4.76.8 mi
- Museum of Fine Arts, Boston4.86.6 mi
- New England Aquarium4.46.7 mi
- Harvard Square4.69.3 mi
- Museum of Fine Arts, Boston4.86.6 mi
- Boston Public Library4.86.7 mi
- Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum4.76.7 mi
- Museum of Science4.77.7 mi
- Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum4.66.3 mi
- Boston Common4.76.8 mi
- Franklin Park Zoo4.44.9 mi
- Public Garden4.86.8 mi
- Charles River Esplanade4.87.1 mi
- Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University4.86.3 mi
- Community Boating, Inc.4.67.2 mi
- MIT Sailing Pavilion4.97.5 mi
- Atlantic Wharf4.66.4 mi
- Hingham Shipyard Marinas4.54.7 mi
- Constitution Marina4.67.7 mi
- Topgolf Boston - Canton3.98.7 mi
- Granite Links Golf Club4.62.4 mi
- Robert T. Lynch Municipal Golf Course3.98.2 mi
- George Wright4.56.2 mi
- Newton Commonwealth Golf Course49.8 mi
- Encore Boston Harbor4.39.4 mi
- Prudential Center Boston4.56.8 mi
- Quincy Market4.56.9 mi
- Faneuil Hall Marketplace4.56.9 mi
- Assembly Row4.59.5 mi
- Boston Logan International Airport4.16.9 mi
- Park Shuttle & Fly4.58.6 mi
- The Lounge3.47.1 mi
- DaCoopas Pizza4.17.9 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
A major coastal attraction offering walking paths and views of the Boston skyline.
Critical transit hub providing Red Line access to Boston.
Scenic coastal road popular for jogging and cycling.
Key-figure check: median price diverges 14.4% from the nearest retained anchor (published ten-year series (2025)) — beyond the 12.5% tolerance; an automated validation case is open and the value publishes pending its verdict. Validation: confirmed genuine market swing — the flagged $799,950 was independently re-read and corroborated by 2 source(s); it stands as the new anchor baseline.