Single Family Homes in Hingham, MA

What buyers should know about Hingham

Hingham's real estate market is defined by its waterfront cachet and colonial charm on Boston's South Shore. With a median list price near $2.6M and around 40 active listings, this is solidly upper-end territory, though you can find condos and smaller properties starting around $1.3M if you're flexible. The median home here runs about 4,300 square feet, so you're looking at substantial houses with the kind of land and views that justify the price tag. The town's appeal is historical and geographical: settled in 1633, it trades on proximity to Boston Harbor and that established New England character. Fair warning, the market is thin (limited inventory) and moves quickly when something hits the right price point. This works for affluent downsizers, empty nesters looking to stay near Boston, and buyers who value maritime access and town stability over trendy walkability. If you're hoping for a deal or looking to flip, Hingham probably isn't your move.

About Hingham

Hingham is a town in northern Plymouth County in the U.S. state of Massachusetts. Part of the Greater Boston region, it is located on the South Shore of Massachusetts. At the 2020 census, the population was 24,284. It contains the census-designated place of the same name. Hingham is known for its colonial history and location on Boston Harbor. The town was named after Hingham, Norfolk, England, and was first settled by English colonists in 1633. (Wikipedia)

Climate: Average year-round temperature is 52°F with 200 dry days per year and 48.4 inches of annual rainfall.