168 Babcock St

Quincy, MA 02169
Beds
3
Baths
2
Square Ft.
1,408
$640,000
>>> OPEN HOUSES CANCELED due to accepted offer <<< Imagine the best of Houghs Neck right outside your door: the water nearby, a backyard of your own, and the chance to shape a home that fits your style. Just a few blocks from Perry Beach, the local boat ramp, and the Quincy Yacht Club, 168 Babcock Street offers a rare mix of location, potential, and energy resilience in one of Quincy’s highly sought-after coastal neighborhoods. This 3-bedroom, 2-bath home features approximately 1,408 square feet of living space, three-car off-street parking, a Stannah stair lift connecting the first and second floors (which the seller will willingly have uninstalled prior to closing if preferred), and a backyard complete with mature fruit trees and a storage shed. Outside, there is ample room for summer gatherings, gardening, recreation, or simply enjoying your private outdoor space. Inside, the layout provides a solid foundation for your vision with plenty of room to update over time and build sweat equity, while a partially finished basement bonus space adds flexibility for storage, hobbies, or a home office. Efficient natural gas fuels the home's primary systems, supplemented by ductless mini-splits for customized heating and cooling. What truly sets this home apart is an over $82,000 solar panel system paired with two wall-mounted battery backup units installed in 2024. Beyond offering low to zero electric bills, the system provides ultimate energy security during New England winter storms and grid outages. Best of all, the existing solar loan will be paid off in full at closing, allowing the next owner to enjoy the entire system free and clear without taking on any debt. Unlike many coastal properties, no mandatory flood insurance is required, delivering another major monthly financial advantage. For the buyer who sees potential rather than perfection, this is your chance to get into Houghs Neck and make a house truly your own with key location, parking, backyard space, and solar-and-battery system already in place.
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Listing Snapshot
Days Online
2
Last Updated
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Beds
3
Full Baths
2
Square Ft.
1,408
Lot Size
0.12 Acres
Year Built
1890
MLS Number
73574437
30 Days Snapshot Of 02169
$724k
+7%
(avg) sold price
30
-26%
homes sold
65
-1%
(avg) days on market
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Additional Details
Property Access
Road Frontage Type: Public, Road Surface Type: Paved
Appliances & Equipment
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Basement
Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Bulkhead, Concrete, Unfinished
Second Bedroom
Level: Second, Area: 118.65, Length: 10.5, Width: 11.3
Third Bedroom
Level: Second, Area: 119.7, Length: 11.4, Width: 10.5
Building
Building Area Total: 1408, Building Area Units: Square Feet, Construction Materials: Frame, Living Area: 1408, Year Built Source: Public Records, Year Built: 1890
Community
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Conservation Area, House of Worship, Marina, Public School, T-Station, University, Sidewalks
Cooling
Cooling: Heat Pump, Ductless, Cooling Included
Doors
Features: Insulated Doors, Storm Door(s)
Dining Room
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Chair Rail, Lighting - Overhead, Decorative Molding, Level: Main, First, Area: 142.79, Length: 10.9, Width: 13.1
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Porch, Covered Patio/Deck, Rain Gutters, Storage, Screens, Fenced Yard, Fruit Trees, Garden, Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Covered
Fence
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Floors
Flooring: Wood, Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Foundation
Foundation Details: Block
Heating
Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas, Heating Included
Interior Features
Interior Features: Recessed Lighting, Cable Hookup, High Speed Internet Hookup, Bonus Room, Office, Internet Available - Broadband
Kitchen
Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting, Stainless Steel Appliances, Level: Main, First, Area: 144.1, Length: 13.1, Width: 11
Laundry
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Vinyl, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, First Floor
Lot
Lot Features: Level, Lot Size Acres: 0.12, Lot Size Area: 0.12, Lot Size Square Feet: 5109, Lot Size Units: Acres, Parcel Number: M:1061 B:0015 L:0093,172090
Living Room
Level: Main, First, Area: 356.031, Length: 22.1, Width: 16.11
Primary Bedroom
Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Cable Hookup, Level: Second, Area: 142.799999999, Length: 10.5, Width: 13.6
Parking
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved, Parking Total: 3, Open Parking
Property
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence, Waterfront Features: Beach Access, Bay, Harbor, Ocean, Walk to, 1/10 to 3/10 To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public), Zoning: RESA
Roof
Roof: Shingle
Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Taxes
Tax Annual Amount: 6862, Tax Year: 2026
Utilities
Electric: 200+ Amp Service, Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer, Water Source: Public
Windows
Window Features: Insulated Windows, Screens
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