OFF MARKET

Off market dec 2019 for $600K

$923,854

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $965/mo

•

1,652

sq ft

79 Forbes Hill Rd, Quincy, MA 02170

About this home

Single-familyProperty Type

1950Year Built

8,507 sq ftLot Size

$559Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 garage spacesParking

Listed by Robert Mcauliffe • Duhallow Real Estate

Bought with Robert Mcauliffe • Duhallow Real Estate

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•Source:MLS PIN #72581836

Redfin Estimate

$923,854

$324K since sold in December 2019$4,000 since October

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This home's estimate is 16.1% higher than the average sale price ($796K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD OCT 9, 2026
$765,000
A
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SOLD SEP 18, 2026
$780,000
B
3 beds1.5 baths1,682 sq ft
54 Alvin Ave, Quincy, MA 02171
SOLD APR 30, 2026
$822,500
C
3 beds1.5 baths1,494 sq ft
149 Reservoir Rd, Quincy, MA 02170
SOLD JUL 2, 2026
$790,000
D
3 beds1.5 baths1,819 sq ft
122 Puritan Dr, Quincy, MA 02169
SOLD DEC 22, 2025
$765,000
E
3 beds2 baths1,844 sq ft
121 Hillside Ave, Quincy, MA 02170
SOLD JUL 30, 2026
$851,000
F
3 beds2 baths1,344 sq ft
30 Hillside Ave, Quincy, MA 02170

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Market trends in 02169, MA

Last updated October 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-list price

100.1%

1.1% MoM

Median sale price

$660K

$806 MoM

Avg. days on market

24d

2 days MoM

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136

3 MoM

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Sale history for 79 Forbes Hill Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #72581836

Dec 10, 2019

Sold

$600,000

$363/sq ft

Nov 5, 2019

Pending

—

Oct 22, 2019

Contingent

—

Oct 18, 2019

Listed

$599,000

$363/sq ft

MLS PIN #72156796

Jun 12, 2017

Sold

$499,000

$302/sq ft

May 2, 2017

Pending

—

May 2, 2017

Listed

$499,000

$302/sq ft

MLS PIN #71630995

May 30, 2014

Sold

$455,000

$275/sq ft

Feb 16, 2014

Contingent

—

Feb 7, 2014

Listed

$469,000

$284/sq ft

+23

Classic center entrance colonial in desirable Forbes Hill neighborhood. This sun filled home features and open floor plan perfect for entertaining. The granite kitchen showcases an oversized island, white cabinetry, stainless appliances and opens up to cathedral dining with large picture window. The front to back living room has gorgeous fireplace and connects to the sunroom which offers additional space for dining and relaxing. Upstairs offers 3 nice size bedrooms and updated bath with tile and jacuzzi whirlpool. The recently completed finished walk out lower level completes this home with additional living space perfect for family room, play room, office or guest area. This home is ideally located nearby to Wollaston T, Furnace Brook Golf Course, beach, and on the East Milton Square line. Private backyard is fenced in providing perfect setting for barbecues, recreation and relaxation. So close to Boston with the charm and beauty of country living. Move right in and enjoy!

Public Records

Oct 23, 2006

Sold

$459,000

$278/sq ft

MLS PIN #70348515

Oct 23, 2006

Sold

$459,900

$278/sq ft

Oct 5, 2006

Listing Removed

—

Mar 16, 2006

Listed

$469,900

$284/sq ft

MLS PIN #30705188

Aug 6, 2003

Sold

$365,000

$221/sq ft

Jun 24, 2003

Listing Removed

—

Apr 2, 2003

Listed

$390,000

$236/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$8,192 (+14.5%)

$440,100 + $295,900

$736,000

2022

$7,156 (+1.0%)

$323,200 + $274,100

$597,300

2021

$7,084 (+2.3%)

$323,200 + $260,300

$583,500

2020

$6,922 (+5.0%)

$323,200 + $233,700

$556,900

2019

$6,590 (+5.4%)

$302,200 + $222,900

$525,100

2018

$6,252 (−4.4%)

$262,400 + $206,300

$468,700

2017

$6,541 (+8.3%)

$274,900 + $186,700

$461,600

2016

$6,037 (+9.7%)

$245,600 + $174,800

$420,400

2014

$5,503 (+3.9%)

$216,700 + $153,600

$370,300

2013

$5,295 (+1.9%)

$216,700 + $148,500

$365,200

2012

$5,195 (+2.4%)

$216,700 + $161,100

$377,800

2011

$5,075 (−1.1%)

$216,700 + $161,500

$378,200

2010

$5,132 (+1.7%)

$228,000 + $160,200

$388,200

2009

$5,048

$239,900 + $160,700

$400,600

Tax history for 79 Forbes Hill Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$8,192 (+14.5%)

$440,100 + $295,900

$736,000

2022

$7,156 (+1.0%)

$323,200 + $274,100

$597,300

2021

$7,084 (+2.3%)

$323,200 + $260,300

$583,500

2020

$6,922 (+5.0%)

$323,200 + $233,700

$556,900

2019

$6,590 (+5.4%)

$302,200 + $222,900

$525,100

2018

$6,252 (−4.4%)

$262,400 + $206,300

$468,700

2017

$6,541 (+8.3%)

$274,900 + $186,700

$461,600

2016

$6,037 (+9.7%)

$245,600 + $174,800

$420,400

2014

$5,503 (+3.9%)

$216,700 + $153,600

$370,300

2013

$5,295 (+1.9%)

$216,700 + $148,500

$365,200

2012

$5,195 (+2.4%)

$216,700 + $161,100

$377,800

2011

$5,075 (−1.1%)

$216,700 + $161,500

$378,200

2010

$5,132 (+1.7%)

$228,000 + $160,200

$388,200

2009

$5,048

$239,900 + $160,700

$400,600

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Public record
Permits

Beds

Baths

1.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

8,712 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,308

Year built

1950

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Norfolk County

APN

190434

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2023.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 1
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Spaces: 2
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second

Living Room Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Balcony / Deck

Family Room Information
Level: Basement
Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Cable Hookup

Dining Room Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Kitchen Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Hardwood,Dining Area,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Countertops - Upgraded,Kitchen Island,Cabinets - Upgraded,Gas Stove

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Finished

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: In Basement

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 1
Fireplace Features: Living Room

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 7
Flooring: Hardwood

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,652
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch - Enclosed, Screened
Exterior Features: Porch - Enclosed, Porch - Screened

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.2
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $6,590.01
Tax Year: 2019

Utilities

Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling: Wall Unit(s), 3 or More

Location

Location Information
Directions: off Beale Street
UnparsedAddress: 79 Forbes Hill Road, Quincy MA 02170

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Golf, Public School, T-Station

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,308
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 8,712 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1950
Year Renovated: —
County: Norfolk County
APN: 190434

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 1

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Charles A Bernazzani Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi

5/10

Central Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.0mi

8/10

North Quincy High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.4mi

8/10

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

3/10 Fire Factor

0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

5/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 95° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

64% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

3/10 Air Factor

3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years

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$878,000 – $1.06M

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Home values near 79 Forbes Hill Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
60 Forbes Hill Road, Quincy, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$903,136
80 Forbes Hill Road, Quincy, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1899 Sq. Ft.	$921,237

Address	Redfin Estimate
66 Forbes Hill Road, Quincy, MA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1768 Sq. Ft.	$1,003,344
84 Forbes Hill Road, Quincy, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1952 Sq. Ft.	$952,800

Address	Redfin Estimate
72 Forbes Hill Road, Quincy, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1594 Sq. Ft.	$891,731
88 Forbes Hill Road, Quincy, MA 5 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2240 Sq. Ft.	$1,011,172

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