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Squantum Neighborhood Guide Quincy, MA
About
Squantum is a picturesque, coastal neighborhood in Quincy, Massachusetts, known for its serene atmosphere and suburban feel. It's surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean and Quincy Bay, with major roads being East Squantum Street and Dorchester Street. The community is home to Squantum Point Park, a perfect spot for walking, picnicking, and bird-watching, providing stunning views of the Boston skyline and the harbor islands.
What You Will Love about Squantum, Quincy, Massachusetts
- Residents adore the small-town feel of Squantum while being conveniently located near the vibrant city life of Quincy and Boston.
- It's an outdoor enthusiast's paradise with plentiful waterfront views, beach access, and green spaces for recreational activities.
- Squantum is known for its tight-knit community atmosphere and high-quality local schools, enhancing its appeal for families.
What’s Nearby
Squantum is next to Marina Bay, a lively waterfront community with dining and shopping options. It's also a short drive from the vibrant Quincy Center, which offers countless restaurants, shops, and historic sites. Additionally, downtown Boston, with its rich history, entertainment, and cultural activities, is within a convenient commuting distance.
Lifestyle
Living in Squantum offers a relaxed, suburban lifestyle with easy access to nature and recreational activities. The neighborhood's laid-back, friendly ambience is perfect for those looking for peace and tranquility, while the proximity to downtown Quincy and Boston means dining, shopping, and entertainment options are always within reach.
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Explore the Neighborhood
There are 65 restaurants, 8 grocery stores, and 8 parks within a mile of the Squantum neighborhood.
Marina Bay MarketplaceRetail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•0.9 miles
333 Victory Rd
- Marina Bay Market
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•1.1 miles
532 Victory Rd
- Dave's General Store & Spirits
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store, Liquor Store
•1.5 miles
66 Newbury Ave
- Kim Market
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•1.6 miles
163 Newbury Ave
TargetRetail, Big Box Store
•1.8 miles
289 Hancock St
- Safy Halal
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•1.9 miles
421 Hancock St
- Marina Bay Marketplace
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•0.9 miles
333 Victory Rd
- Marina Bay Market
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•1.1 miles
532 Victory Rd
- Atlantic Liquor & Mark
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Liquor Store
•1.2 miles
243 Atlantic St
- Dave's General Store & Spirits
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store, Liquor Store
•1.5 miles
66 Newbury Ave
- Kim Market
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•1.6 miles
163 Newbury Ave
- Door 2 Door Gourmet
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Gourmet Store
•1.6 miles
1 Billings St
Carmine's CafeDining and Drinking, Restaurant, Pizzeria, Sandwich Spot
•0.1 miles
69 Huckins Ave
- Dunkin'
Dining and Drinking, Cafe, Coffee, and Tea House, Coffee Shop, Donut Shop
•0.3 miles
751 E Squantum St
- The Chantey
Dining and Drinking, Restaurant, Pizzeria
•0.9 miles
333 Victory Rd
- Gaveston Cafe
Dining and Drinking
•0.9 miles
333 Victory Rd
- Waterworks
Dining and Drinking, Restaurant
•0.9 miles
317 Victory Rd
- The Oyster Bar
Dining and Drinking, Restaurant, American Restaurant, Seafood Restaurant
•0.9 miles
333 Victory Rd
- 7-Eleven
Retail, Convenience Store
•0.3 miles
751 E Squantum St
- Tedeschi Food Shops
Retail, Convenience Store
•0.3 miles
751 E Squantum St
- CVS Pharmacy
Retail, Drugstore
•1.0 mile
321 Quincy Shore Dr
- The Modern Dog Marina Bay
Business and Professional Services, Pet Service, Pet Grooming Service, Pet Sitting and Boarding Service, Retail, Pet Supplies Store
•1.1 miles
550 Victory Rd
- American Alpha K9 Training
Retail, Pet Supplies Store
•1.1 miles
55 Hancock St
- Sandy's Pet Grooming
Business and Professional Services, Pet Service, Pet Grooming Service, Retail, Pet Supplies Store
•1.2 miles
233 Atlantic St
Squantum Point ParkLandmarks and Outdoors, Park
•0.4 miles
20 Moon Island Rd
- Secret Squantum Park
Landmarks and Outdoors, Park
•0.4 miles
20 Moon Island Rd
- Nickerson Beach
Landmarks and Outdoors, Park, Dog Park
•0.4 miles
161 Dorchester St
- Squaw Rock Park
Landmarks and Outdoors
•0.4 miles
Moon Island Road
- Wollaston Beach
Landmarks and Outdoors, Beach
•1.4 miles
Quincy Shore Dr
- Quincy Shore Drive
Landmarks and Outdoors, Park, Playground
•1.4 miles
932 Quincy Shore Dr
Wmex RadioArts and Entertainment
•1.0 mile
308 Victory Rd
- Quincy Aquarium
Arts and Entertainment, Aquarium
•1.8 miles
60 Billings Rd
Squantum CuttersBusiness and Professional Services, Health and Beauty Service, Barbershop
•0.3 miles
749 E Squantum St
- Boardwalk Electrology
Business and Professional Services, Health and Beauty Service, Hair Removal Service
•1.0 mile
304 Victory Rd
- Mobil
Travel and Transportation, Fuel Station
•1.0 mile
305 Quincy Shore Dr
- 3D Medical Aesthetics
Business and Professional Services, Health and Beauty Service, Spa
•1.0 mile
500 Victory Rd
- Jack 'n' Jill Child Care Centers
Business and Professional Services, Child Care Service, Daycare
•1.0 mile
500 Victory Rd
- Clippers Hair Design At Marina Bay
Business and Professional Services, Health and Beauty Service, Barbershop
•1.0 mile
500 Victory Rd
Safe Harbor Marina BaySports and Recreation, Water Sports
•0.9 miles
333 Victory Rd
- Chasin Tail Fisheries
Retail, Sporting Goods Retail, Fishing Store
•0.9 miles
333 Victory Rd
Marina Bay Sports PlexSports and Recreation, Gym and Studio
•1.0 mile
260 Victory Rd
- Turn It Up Dance Challenge
Sports and Recreation, Gym and Studio, Dance Studio
•1.4 miles
122 Quincy Shore Dr
- Gallaghers Patent Drafting
Sports and Recreation, Water Sports, Rafting Outfitter
•1.6 miles
78B Sagamore St
- BodyFit HOPE
Sports and Recreation, Personal Trainer
•1.8 miles
392 Hancock St
The Launch at Marina BayDining and Drinking, Bar, Restaurant, American Restaurant, Seafood Restaurant
•0.9 miles
333 Victory Rd
- Eat Drink Mingle Group
Dining and Drinking, Bar, Cocktail Bar, Restaurant, American Restaurant, Italian Restaurant
•1.0 mile
307 Victory Rd
- Victory Point
Dining and Drinking, Bar, Restaurant, Pizzeria, Seafood Restaurant
•1.1 miles
332 Victory Rd
- Break Rock Brewing
Dining and Drinking, Brewery
•1.1 miles
534 Victory Rd
- The Irish Pub
Dining and Drinking, Bar, Dive Bar
•1.8 miles
51 Billings Rd
- Assembly
Dining and Drinking, Bar, Sports Bar, Restaurant, American Restaurant
•1.9 miles
425 Hancock St
Squantum Community CenterCommunity and Government, Community Center
•136 Standish Rd
- Thomas Crane Public Library
Community and Government, Library
•1.8 miles
381 Hancock St
- North Quincy Branch Library Thomas Crane Public Library
Community and Government, Library
•1.8 miles
381 Hancock St
Squantum Apartments and Rentals
115 Rental properties in Squantum, Quincy, MA.
Cost of Living
| Category | Compare to State Avg. | Compare to National Avg. |
|---|---|---|
| housing | 2.5% | 119.4% |
| utilities | 1.5% | 42.9% |
| food | 0.1% | 5% |
| transportation | 0.3% | 12.6% |
| healthcare | 0.1% | 17.9% |
Squantum Demographics
Squantum Reviews
Area Has Kids Play Outside
Yes
Say 2 of 2 renters
Noise Late At Night
No
Say 2 of 2 renters
Area Has Litter
No
Say 2 of 2 renters
Near Highways
Yes
Say 2 of 2 renters
Pet Friendly
Yes
Say 2 of 2 renters
Area Has Potholes
No
Say 2 of 2 renters
Squantum Transportation
Car-Dependent
Somewhat Bikeable
Some Transit
MBTA North Quincy Station
Train Stop
E Squantum St
Source: foursquare.com
MBTA North Quincy Station
Train Stop
E Squantum St
Source: foursquare.com
Squantum Schools
- 7/10
Grades K-5 • Public
- 7/10
Grades 6-8 • Public
- 7/10
Grades K-5 • Public
- NRNo Rating
Grades PK-8 • Private
- NRNo Rating
Grades 7-12 • Private
- 5/10
Neighborhood House Charter School
Grades PK, K-12 • Charter
- 6/10
Helen Y. Davis Leadership Academy Charter Public School
Grades 6-8 • Charter
Neighborhoods Around Squantum
| Neighborhood | StudioAvg Rent | Annual Change |
|---|---|---|
| South EndNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts | $3,677 | 6% |
| Marina BayNeighborhood in Quincy, Massachusetts | -- | -- |
| CentralNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts | $3,187 | 0% |
| South Boston WaterfrontNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts | $4,136 | 19% |
| Columbia PointNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts | $3,745 | 12% |
| Seaport DistrictNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts | $4,155 | 31% |
| High PointNeighborhood in Quincy, Massachusetts | -- | -- |
| Downtown BostonNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts | $3,208 | 5% |
| Quincy CenterNeighborhood in Quincy, Massachusetts | $2,175 | 4% |
| City PointNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts | $2,850 | -- |
| Uphams Corner - Jones HillNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts | -- | -- |
| Telegraph HillNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts | -- | -- |
| Jeffries PointNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts | -- | -- |
| Financial DistrictNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts | $3,217 | -- |
| Columbus Park - Andrew SquareNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts | -- | -- |
| Prudential - St. BotolphNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts | $3,680 | 5% |
| Harrison LenoxNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts | $2,550 | 0% |
| Fort Point Channel Historic DistrictNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts | $3,620 | 4% |
| ColumbusNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts | -- | -- |
| Fort HillNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts | -- | -- |
| South QuincyNeighborhood in Quincy, Massachusetts | $2,200 | 6% |
| Chinatown - Leather DistrictNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts | $2,487 | -- |
| Dudley - Brunswick KingNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts | -- | -- |
| Egleston SquareNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts | -- | -- |
| Quincy PointNeighborhood in Quincy, Massachusetts | $2,413 | -- |
| AshmontNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts | -- | -- |
| Neighborhood | 1 BedAvg Rent | Annual Change |
|---|---|---|
| South EndNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts | $4,220 | 13% |
| Marina BayNeighborhood in Quincy, Massachusetts | -- | -- |
| CentralNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts | $3,992 | 2% |
| South Boston WaterfrontNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts | $4,948 | 19% |
| Columbia PointNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts | $3,352 | 15% |
| Seaport DistrictNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts | $5,133 | 18% |
| High PointNeighborhood in Quincy, Massachusetts | $3,412 | -- |
| Downtown BostonNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts | $4,230 | 3% |
| Quincy CenterNeighborhood in Quincy, Massachusetts | $2,785 | 3% |
| City PointNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts | $2,950 | -- |
| Uphams Corner - Jones HillNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts | -- | -- |
| Telegraph HillNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts | $2,937 | 1% |
| Jeffries PointNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts | $2,425 | -- |
| Financial DistrictNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts | $4,087 | 9% |
| Columbus Park - Andrew SquareNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts | $2,100 | -- |
| Prudential - St. BotolphNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts | $4,162 | 11% |
| Harrison LenoxNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts | $4,045 | 18% |
| Fort Point Channel Historic DistrictNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts | $4,297 | 5% |
| ColumbusNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts | $2,475 | 3% |
| Fort HillNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts | $2,300 | -- |
| South QuincyNeighborhood in Quincy, Massachusetts | $2,695 | 5% |
| Chinatown - Leather DistrictNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts | $3,150 | -- |
| Dudley - Brunswick KingNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts | -- | -- |
| Egleston SquareNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts | -- | -- |
| Quincy PointNeighborhood in Quincy, Massachusetts | $3,058 | 15% |
| AshmontNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts | $2,400 | -- |
| Neighborhood | 2 BedsAvg Rent | Annual Change |
|---|---|---|
| South EndNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts | $5,255 | 7% |
| Marina BayNeighborhood in Quincy, Massachusetts | $3,200 | -- |
| CentralNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts | $5,420 | 3% |
| South Boston WaterfrontNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts | $5,750 | 4% |
| Columbia PointNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts | $4,914 | 7% |
| Seaport DistrictNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts | $8,103 | 33% |
| High PointNeighborhood in Quincy, Massachusetts | $3,737 | -- |
| Downtown BostonNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts | $5,676 | 7% |
| Quincy CenterNeighborhood in Quincy, Massachusetts | $3,150 | 2% |
| City PointNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts | $3,300 | -- |
| Uphams Corner - Jones HillNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts | -- | -- |
| Telegraph HillNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts | $3,447 | 2% |
| Jeffries PointNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts | $4,500 | 20% |
| Financial DistrictNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts | $4,755 | 1% |
| Columbus Park - Andrew SquareNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts | $3,500 | -- |
| Prudential - St. BotolphNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts | $5,850 | 1% |
| Harrison LenoxNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts | $4,350 | 0% |
| Fort Point Channel Historic DistrictNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts | $5,780 | 2% |
| ColumbusNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts | $4,000 | -- |
| Fort HillNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts | $3,200 | -- |
| South QuincyNeighborhood in Quincy, Massachusetts | $3,272 | 20% |
| Chinatown - Leather DistrictNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts | $3,200 | -- |
| Dudley - Brunswick KingNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts | $2,900 | -- |
| Egleston SquareNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts | $2,600 | -- |
| Quincy PointNeighborhood in Quincy, Massachusetts | $4,124 | 24% |
| AshmontNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts | $2,600 | -- |
| Neighborhood | 3 BedsAvg Rent | Annual Change |
|---|---|---|
| South EndNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts | $5,400 | 3% |
| Marina BayNeighborhood in Quincy, Massachusetts | $3,200 | -- |
| CentralNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts | $6,830 | 4% |
| South Boston WaterfrontNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts | $11,836 | 26% |
| Columbia PointNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts | $3,100 | 11% |
| Seaport DistrictNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts | $11,836 | 7% |
| High PointNeighborhood in Quincy, Massachusetts | -- | -- |
| Downtown BostonNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts | $6,270 | 1% |
| Quincy CenterNeighborhood in Quincy, Massachusetts | $2,350 | -- |
| City PointNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts | $3,700 | 0% |
| Uphams Corner - Jones HillNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts | $3,350 | -- |
| Telegraph HillNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts | $4,745 | 0% |
| Jeffries PointNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts | $4,200 | -- |
| Financial DistrictNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts | $3,500 | -- |
| Columbus Park - Andrew SquareNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts | $3,500 | -- |
| Prudential - St. BotolphNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts | $8,682 | 41% |
| Harrison LenoxNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts | $8,182 | -- |
| Fort Point Channel Historic DistrictNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts | -- | -- |
| ColumbusNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts | -- | -- |
| Fort HillNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts | $3,600 | -- |
| South QuincyNeighborhood in Quincy, Massachusetts | $2,700 | 13% |
| Chinatown - Leather DistrictNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts | $9,238 | -- |
| Dudley - Brunswick KingNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts | $3,800 | -- |
| Egleston SquareNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts | -- | -- |
| Quincy PointNeighborhood in Quincy, Massachusetts | $2,800 | 39% |
| AshmontNeighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts | $3,300 | -- |