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Highlights
- Stainless steel appliances
- Granite countertops
Location
28 Mechanic St, Quincy, MA 02169, USA|Quincy Center
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Property Overview
28 Mechanic features modern amenities with stainless steel appliances and granite countertops, enhancing its appeal. The property is conveniently located near top-rated educational institutions, with a high school just 0.63 miles away and a middle school 0.45 miles away. These elements contribute to its overall attractiveness for renters seeking quality and convenience.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
More space- High school nearby
- Middle school nearby
Floor plans
| 1BR/1.0BA | 1 bed | 1 bath | 888 sqft | $2,650 /mo | 1 unit available | This beautiful, spacious, and modern one-bedroom suite is conveniently located in Quincy Center close to the Red Line, shops, market, and beaches. The newer building boasts sleek lines, glass, metal, and urban touches throughout the lobby and entry areas. Elevator to all floors, off-street parking available. |
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Amenities for 28 Mechanic
Appliances
| Stainless Steel Over-The-Range Microwave | Stainless-Steel Gas Range |
Services
| Water and Sewer |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
Policies and fees
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 9 |
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About 28 Mechanic
This beautiful, spacious, and modern one-bedroom suite is conveniently located in Quincy Center close to the Red Line, shops, market, and beaches. The newer building boasts sleek lines, glass, metal, and urban touches throughout the lobby and entry areas. Elevator to all floors, off-street parking available.
Zumper Expert Rating
Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.3
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 28 Mechanic is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 28 Mechanic has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
Price·9A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
28 Mechanic stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
28 Mechanic goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including water and sewer. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 28 Mechanic receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
28 Mechanic is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 28 Mechanic does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 28 Mechanic compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 1-bedroom is 55 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 1 mile away
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.5 mile away
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
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Rent trends in Quincy Center
1-bedroom apartments at 28 Mechanic cost about 1% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Quincy Center.
Median rents as of Jan 10 2026.
Quincy Center
Quincy
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2024 | $2,075 |
| March 2024 | $2,140 |
| April 2024 | $2,130 |
| May 2024 | $2,060 |
| June 2024 | $2,060 |
| July 2024 | $2,088 |
| August 2024 | $2,138 |
| September 2024 | $2,150 |
| October 2024 | $2,147 |
| November 2024 | $2,229 |
| December 2024 | $2,279 |
| January 2025 | $2,204 |
| February 2025 | $2,158 |
| March 2025 | $2,121 |
| April 2025 | $2,212 |
| May 2025 | $2,186 |
| June 2025 | $2,176 |
| July 2025 | $2,197 |
| August 2025 | $2,358 |
| September 2025 | $2,233 |
| October 2025 | $2,190 |
| November 2025 | $2,112 |
| December 2025 | $2,053 |
| January 2026 | $2,109 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2024 | $2,075 |
| March 2024 | $2,100 |
| April 2024 | $2,100 |
| May 2024 | $2,050 |
| June 2024 | $2,029 |
| July 2024 | $2,118 |
| August 2024 | $2,150 |
| September 2024 | $2,169 |
| October 2024 | $2,161 |
| November 2024 | $2,284 |
| December 2024 | $2,388 |
| January 2025 | $2,199 |
| February 2025 | $2,148 |
| March 2025 | $2,112 |
| April 2025 | $2,203 |
| May 2025 | $2,175 |
| June 2025 | $2,180 |
| July 2025 | $2,189 |
| August 2025 | $2,307 |
| September 2025 | $2,198 |
| October 2025 | $2,213 |
| November 2025 | $2,176 |
| December 2025 | $2,127 |
| January 2026 | $2,126 |
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Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Schools near 28 Mechanic
Point Webster Middle School
60 lancaster st
quincy, MA, 2169
PK, 5-8Public
B
Lincoln-Hancock Community School
300 granite st
quincy, MA, 2169
K-4Public
B
Clifford H. Marshall Elementary School
200 moody st ext
quincy, MA, 2169
K-4Public
B+
Amelio Della Chiesa Early Childhood Center
100 brooks ave
quincy, MA, 2169
PKPublic
Merrymount Elementary School
4 agawam rd
quincy, MA, 2169
K-5Public
A-
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Getting around Quincy near 28 Mechanic St
Walking
7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
6/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.
Points of interest for 28 Mechanic St, Quincy
Groceries
8/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
7/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
8/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk
Parks
9/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
4/10
Some bars within walking distance
Explore the area around 28 Mechanic St
Flower Market at Star Market
130 Granite St
Star Market
130 Granite St
Stop & Shop Inc
1385 Hancock St
The Stop & Shop Supermarket Company LLC
1385 Hancock St
Surepinoy Oriental Food Mart
145 Water St
T.J. Maxx
100 Granite St
Ed's Cleaners & Tailoring
105 Franklin St
BJ's Wholesale Club
30 Liberty St
Clothing Comfort
12 Dimmock St
Artery Cleaners & Launderers
681 Southern Artery
Donut N Donut
1461 Hancock St
Dunkin'
100 Granite St
Donut & Donuts
33 Scammell St
Starbucks
130 Granite St
Dunkin'
109 Franklin St
Liberty Tavern
1657 Hancock St
Paddy Barry's
1574 Hancock St
The Four's-Quincy
15 Cottage Ave
Alba
1486 Hancock St
Pearl & Lime
1440 Hancock St
Good Health Natural Foods
1630 Hancock St
Nique's Vegan Desserts
1630 Hancock St
R & D Distributors
1630 Hancock St
Pastry Land
1545 Hancock St
Nique's Vegan Desserts
Elm Steet Playground
Robert Burns Park
Hancock Cemetery
Adams Bradford Playground
McIntyre Mall
Nique's Vegan Desserts
1630 Hancock St
Brother's Roast Beef
1610 Hancock St
Pho So 1 Boston
1625 Hancock St
Peking Kitchen
1659 Hancock St
Schoolhouse Pizza
3 School St
Quincy Ave @ School St
Weymouth Landing - Quincy Center Station
Hancock St @ Hancock Court
Quincy Center Station - Ashmont Station via West Quincy, Weymouth Landing - Quincy Center Station, Montello Station - Quincy Center Station, South Shore Plaza - Quincy Center Station, Holbrook/Randolph Station - Quincy Center Station
Hancock St @ Walter J Hannon Pkwy
Quincy Center Station - Ashmont Station via West Quincy, Weymouth Landing - Quincy Center Station, Montello Station - Quincy Center Station, South Shore Plaza - Quincy Center Station, Holbrook/Randolph Station - Quincy Center Station
School St opp Gay St
Quincy Center Station - Ashmont Station via West Quincy, Montello Station - Quincy Center Station, South Shore Plaza - Quincy Center Station, Holbrook/Randolph Station - Quincy Center Station
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