>>> 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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Last Checked: September 26th, 2026 at 6:23am (Source: MLS PIN #73574437)
Air Conditioning
Lead Paint Free
General Information for 168 Babcock St, Quincy MA 02169
Listing ID73574437
Property TypeSingle Family / Detached
Price$640,000 ($454.55/SqFt)
StyleColonial
CityQuincy
CountyNorfolk
MLS AreaHoughs Neck
Neighborhood(s)
Garage Parking0
ZoningRESA
Year Built1890
Year Built SourcePublic Records
Year Built DetailsActual
Interior Features for 168 Babcock St, Quincy MA 02169
Approximate Living Area Total1408
Living Area Includes BasementNo
Rooms7
Bedrooms3
Primary En Suite BathroomYes
BasementFull
Cooling1, Split
Fireplaces
AppliancesRange
FlooringTile
Electric220 Volts
Exterior Features for 168 Babcock St, Quincy MA 02169
Approximate Lot Size (Acres)0.12
Approximate Lot Size (Square Feet)5109
Total Parking3
Garage Parking0
WaterPublic
SewerPublic Sewer
Lot FeaturesGentle Sloping
Parking Features1
Exterior FeaturesPorch
Foundation Materials
Construction MaterialsFrame
Road Frontage Type
Patio & PorchCovered
Roof MaterialAsphalt/fiberglass Shingles
Utility Connections110 Volts
Water Views
Water Views Features
Waterfront0
Waterfront FeaturesRiver
Pool Features
Horse Permitted0
Horse AmenitiesRiver
Disclosures for 168 Babcock St, Quincy MA 02169
Lead PaintNone
UFFI
Living Area Includes BasementNo
Living Area Disclosure
Building Area SourcePublic Records
Special Listing Conditions
ExclusionsPersonal Belongings.
Compensation Based On
Financial Information for 168 Babcock St, Quincy MA 02169
Association Fee
Association Fee Frequency
Association Fee Includes
Real Estate Tax6862
Tax Year2026
Assessed Value$582,500
Location Information for 168 Babcock St, Quincy MA 02169
Elementary SchoolAtherton Hough Elementary
Middle SchoolBroad Meadows Middle
High SchoolQuincy High
Neighborhood(s)
MLS AreaHoughs Neck
Area AmenitiesWalk/jog Trails
Contact Information for 168 Babcock St, Quincy MA 02169