The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 02171 sells for about $723,000, or $600 per square foot.
Prices are down 1.54% from a year ago, which gives buyers more room to negotiate. Homes take about 49 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $2,388 a month.
ZIP 02171 — Quincy
The 02171 housing market remains stable with strong demand for entry-level and mid-range homes, driven by its proximity to Boston. While year-over-year prices have seen a slight correction, the area's high median income and limited inventory continue to support property values. Investors and families remain active, though careful due diligence regarding coastal maintenance and flood insurance is advised.
This ZIP code is ideal for commuters and young professionals who value proximity to Boston while seeking a coastal, suburban lifestyle with access to waterfront amenities.
Median prices moved down 1.5% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 49 days on market with 2.5 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
15% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 6.1% · poverty 9.6% — 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 6.4%/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
ZCTA 02171, Norfolk County, MA
Crime trends in the 02171 area are generally consistent with regional averages for coastal Massachusetts suburbs, though specific neighborhood-level incidents vary.
The area is served by Quincy Public Schools, which maintains a stable reputation with a mix of elementary and secondary institutions that are generally well-regarded by local families.
The ZIP code includes significant coastal exposure, making flood insurance and climate-resilience planning a standard consideration for property owners in the Squantum area.
Economic momentum is driven by proximity to Boston's employment core and ongoing redevelopment of former industrial waterfront sites into mixed-use residential and commercial hubs.
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 proximity to the MBTA Red Line and major highway corridors like I-93, providing a direct commute to downtown Boston and the surrounding financial district.
The area features extensive waterfront access, including the Squantum Point Park and various marina-based amenities, alongside local shopping and dining districts in Quincy Center.
The rental market is characterized by high demand from commuters and young professionals, with steady rent growth and low vacancy pressure due to the limited supply of new housing.
The local economy is anchored by healthcare, education, and professional services, with significant employment spillover from the nearby Boston metropolitan area.
The area is well-connected via the MBTA Red Line and local bus routes, with easy access to I-93 and Route 3 for regional travel.
Development is focused on increasing housing density near transit hubs and revitalizing the waterfront to enhance local economic activity.
The Norfolk County appraisal process is managed by the City of Quincy, which conducts regular revaluations to ensure assessments reflect current market conditions.
Parcels are subject to standard municipal taxes and may fall within specific utility or flood control districts managed by the city or state.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by the area's coastal location, with flood insurance being a critical component for many residential properties.
Data retrieved from Census ZCTA profiles and local market reports.
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 & Museum4.64.2 mi
- F1 Arcade Boston4.54 mi
- Starland Sportsplex & Fun Park4.415.4 mi
- Museum of Illusions Boston4.54.7 mi
- Boda Borg Boston4.79.3 mi
- Fenway Park4.85.5 mi
- TD Garden4.65.3 mi
- Gillette Stadium4.619.4 mi
- Thomas M. Menino Convention & Exhibition Center4.53.7 mi
- Topgolf Boston - Canton3.910.2 mi
- Fenway Park4.85.5 mi
- Boston Common4.74.8 mi
- Museum of Fine Arts, Boston4.85.1 mi
- New England Aquarium4.44.6 mi
- Harvard Square4.67.5 mi
- Museum of Fine Arts, Boston4.85.1 mi
- Boston Public Library4.84.9 mi
- Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum4.75.2 mi
- Museum of Science4.75.6 mi
- Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum4.64.2 mi
- Boston Common4.74.8 mi
- Franklin Park Zoo4.44 mi
- Public Garden4.84.8 mi
- Charles River Esplanade4.85.2 mi
- Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University4.85.6 mi
- Community Boating, Inc.4.65.3 mi
- MIT Sailing Pavilion4.95.7 mi
- Atlantic Wharf4.64.3 mi
- Constitution Marina4.65.5 mi
- Hingham Shipyard Marinas4.55.6 mi
- Topgolf Boston - Canton3.910.2 mi
- Granite Links Golf Club4.64.3 mi
- Robert T. Lynch Municipal Golf Course3.97.7 mi
- George Wright4.56.6 mi
- Newton Commonwealth Golf Course48.7 mi
- Encore Boston Harbor4.37.3 mi
- Prudential Center Boston4.55 mi
- Quincy Market4.54.8 mi
- Faneuil Hall Marketplace4.54.8 mi
- Assembly Row4.57.4 mi
- Boston Logan International Airport4.14.6 mi
- Park Shuttle & Fly4.56.3 mi
- The Lounge3.44.8 mi
- DaCoopas Pizza4.15.7 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
A scenic waterfront park offering views of the Boston skyline and harbor.
A major waterfront destination featuring numerous restaurants, bars, and retail shops.
Key-figure check: median price corroborated by the published ten-year series (2025) (within 12.5%).