Perched on the top floor of the prestigious Johnson 18 Condominium—an exclusive 18-residence boutique community in the heart of Quincy Center—this sun-drenched penthouse corner unit delivers modern living and daily convenience. Boasting bright south-facing views, an open-concept floor plan, and a cozy electric fireplace in the spacious living area, the home seamlessly transitions into a sleek kitchen equipped with stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, and a functional breakfast bar. Generous accommodations include a private primary bedroom suite, modern tiled bathrooms, in-unit laundry, central air conditioning, keyless smart lock entry, and a expansive private balcony. Residents enjoy building amenities such as elevator access, pet-friendly living, and deeded indoor garage parking. Ideally situated just steps from local dining, shopping, the YMCA, parks, and the Quincy Center T station—plus a new Trader Joe's opening next January—, this property offers effortless living just 10 miles from downtown Boston with immediate highway access.
Quincy Center, located between Wollaston Beach and Blue Hills Reservation, is a historic and transit-oriented Quincy neighborhood with a walkable downtown core and a civic campus feel. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around Hancock Street at Quincy Center Station, where ramen shops, bakeries, karaoke spots, and small storefronts keep the sidewalks active. The Strand Theatre and the Thomas Crane Public Library anchor the cultural calendar, while Kilroy Square frames outdoor events and lunchtime foot traffic. Brick commercial blocks mix with early-20th-century houses on side streets, giving the area a layered streetscape. Granite history surfaces at the Quincy Quarries Reservation, and the Red Line and commuter rail shape a commuter-friendly rhythm.
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Market insights
32 Gilson Rd #16 · $685,000
DAYS ON MARKET
1 days
The average home goes pending in 36 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
98.2%
Most homes are selling 2% below list price.
LIST PRICE
$685,000
Median sale price in this area is $549,500. (20% lower than this home)
PRICE DROP
0 price drops
22% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
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Interior features
Den
Open floor plan
Insulated windows
Recessed lighting
Fireplace
Bedrooms
Primary bedroom with full bathroom and closet
Second bedroom with closet
Bathrooms
2 full bathrooms
Tiled bathroom with tub and shower
Tiled bathroom with shower stall
Stone, granite, or solid-surface countertops
Kitchen
Oven
Dishwasher
Disposal
Microwave
Range
Refrigerator
Stone, granite, or solid-surface countertops
Breakfast bar or nook
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In-unit laundry closet
Washer hookup
Electric dryer hookup
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Wood
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Natural gas heating
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Balcony
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Condominium
Mid-rise building
One-story unit
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Attached garage
1 garage space
1 covered parking space
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Monthly association fee includes insurance, security, building maintenance, road maintenance, grounds maintenance, snow removal, and reserve funds
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Community features include public transportation, shopping, parks, medical facilities, laundromat, conservation area, highway access, houses of worship, marina, private and public schools, T-station, and university
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Style
Condo/Co-op
County
Norfolk County
APN
M:1126 B:0045 L:0016
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Last updated by owner on Oct 21, 2026.
Local insights from Redfin agents
Quincy's condo market turned strongly buyer-favorable in 2026 as active inventory doubled to 101 units and months supply expanded from 1.78 to 4.93. Active days on market surged to 135 as buyers gained leverage and quarterly absorption dropped to...
20.3%. While sold prices held resilient near $520 per