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Duxbury vs Duxbury Center

Two popular MA suburbs of Boston, side by side. Here's how they compare on the metrics that matter most to families.

School rating
10/10
9/10
Commute to Boston
66 min
58 min
Median home price
$1.1M
$820K
Annual property tax
$15K
$11K
Walk score
30
28
Density
suburban
suburban

Summary: Duxbury Center leads in 3 of 6 metrics. It edges out on commute to boston, median home price, annual property tax. The best choice depends on your family's priorities.

Character & vibe

Duxbury

One of the best school systems in Massachusetts. Duxbury Farms, harbor beaches, and a community that has maintained its character while growing. The most desirable South Shore suburb.

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Duxbury Center

Duxbury SD is consistently top 10 in Massachusetts. Duxbury Beach (4 miles), Bluefish River, and some of the finest colonial architecture on the South Shore. The most well-regarded south-of-Boston coastal suburb.

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Who should pick which?

Pick Duxbury if you...

  • ·Prioritize top-rated schools above all else
  • ·Value walkability and a pedestrian-friendly downtown

Pick Duxbury Center if you...

  • ·Want the shortest commute to Boston
  • ·Need to keep your home budget in check
  • ·Want lower annual property taxes

Still deciding?

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