The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 02331 sells for about $1,112,500, or $450 per square foot.
Prices are up +62.79% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 34 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $2,887 a month.
ZIP 02331 — Duxbury
The Duxbury housing market remains highly competitive with significant price appreciation, driven by limited inventory and strong demand for coastal properties. Note that ZIP 02331 is a PO Box-only ZIP code, so specific census demographics and housing inventory figures are not available for this geography; market data provided reflects the broader Duxbury area.
This area is best suited for affluent families and professionals seeking a high-quality coastal lifestyle with excellent schools, though it is less accessible for first-time buyers due to high price points.
Median prices moved up 62.8% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 34 days on market with 2.4 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
12% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
Awaiting this reading — not graded.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 8.9%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 8.9%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Duxbury generally reports low crime rates consistent with affluent coastal Massachusetts communities, with property crime being the primary concern.
The area is served by the Duxbury Public Schools district, which is highly regarded for its academic performance and college readiness metrics.
The ZIP code is located in a coastal area with significant exposure to storm surge, flooding, and hurricane-force wind risks, impacting insurance premiums.
Economic momentum is driven by its status as an affluent residential suburb of Boston, with limited commercial development and a focus on preserving its historic coastal character.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Massachusetts) — Massachusetts Local Property Tax: Ad valorem tax calculated as (Municipal Budget / Total Assessed Value of all taxable property) = Tax Rate per $1,000 of assessed value. Assessments must be at 100% of full and fair cash (market) value.
Commuters primarily rely on private vehicles for access to Boston via Route 3, or utilize the nearby MBTA commuter rail stations in neighboring towns.
The area features extensive coastal access, including Duxbury Beach and Duxbury Bay, alongside numerous conservation trails and local golf facilities.
The rental market is characterized by limited inventory and high demand, with a mix of long-term residential leases and seasonal coastal rentals.
The local economy is primarily service-oriented, supported by local government, education, and a significant number of residents who commute to the Greater Boston employment core.
Transportation is dominated by private vehicle use via Route 3; public transit is limited to regional commuter rail access in adjacent municipalities.
Development is strictly managed through local zoning to maintain the town's historic and residential character, with minimal large-scale commercial pipeline activity.
The Plymouth County assessment regime follows Massachusetts state law, with valuations performed by the Town of Duxbury Assessor's office.
Parcels are subject to standard municipal property taxes and the Duxbury Public Schools district levy.
Property insurance premiums are elevated due to the ZIP code's high exposure to coastal storm and flood risks.
Massachusetts is a judicial foreclosure state, requiring court intervention for the foreclosure process.
Massachusetts requires sellers to provide a property disclosure statement regarding the condition of the home, though it is a 'caveat emptor' state.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
- Starland Sportsplex & Fun Park4.49.9 mi
- Water Wizz of Cape Cod4.419.4 mi
- Jellystone Park™ Cranberry Acres4.312.9 mi
- Nova Trampoline Park4.67.6 mi
- Sauchuk's Corn Maze & Pumpkin Patch4.710 mi
- Starland Sportsplex & Fun Park4.49.9 mi
- King Richard’s Faire3.714.3 mi
- Nantasket Beach Resort4.319.1 mi
- Marshfield Fair4.44.7 mi
- Tavern On The Wharf4.15.2 mi
- Plymouth Rock4.35.5 mi
- Starland Sportsplex & Fun Park4.49.9 mi
- Plimoth Patuxet Museums4.67.3 mi
- Mayflower II4.55.4 mi
- Nova Trampoline Park4.67.6 mi
- Plymouth Rock4.35.5 mi
- Plimoth Patuxet Museums4.67.3 mi
- Wompatuck State Park4.714.6 mi
- World's End4.718.5 mi
- Mayflower II4.55.4 mi
- Myles Standish State Forest4.512.3 mi
- Nelson Park4.64.9 mi
- Forge Pond Park4.711.7 mi
- Pilgrim Memorial State Park4.65.5 mi
- Grays Beach Park4.53.8 mi
- Hingham Shipyard Marinas4.519.6 mi
- Roht Marine4.39.3 mi
- Atlantic Boats, Inc.4.318.8 mi
- Pinehills Golf Club4.711.2 mi
- Crosswinds Golf Club4.610.3 mi
- Waverly Oaks Golf Club4.510.6 mi
- Ridder Farm Golf Course4.312.6 mi
- Green Harbor Golf Club4.23.5 mi
- Kingston Collection3.85.3 mi
- Hanover Crossing3.811.6 mi
- Shaw's4.110.5 mi
- Kohl's4.37.6 mi
- Kohl's4.37 mi
- Boston Logan International Airport4.128.5 mi
- Park Shuttle & Fly4.530.1 mi
- The Lounge3.428.8 mi
- DaCoopas Pizza4.129.9 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
A major barrier beach providing recreational access and coastal protection.
A hub for boating, sailing, and local aquaculture.
Key-figure check: median price diverges 23.2% from the nearest retained anchor (published ten-year series (2025)) — beyond the 12.5% tolerance; an automated validation case is open and the value publishes pending its verdict. Research outlier held out — this pass returned a median of $1,395,000 (25.4% off the retained reading), contradicting every independent anchor; the prior reading stands pending corroboration. Validation: the flagged $1,395,000 (+23.2% vs the published ten-year series (2025)) could not be independently corroborated and was reverted to the prior cycle value pending review; the case is under review in the Command Center.