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147 Forest St, Norwell MA 02061

Norwell, MA 02061 • Norwell Center
$950,000
Est. $5,785/month
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,930
Sq Ft
$492
Price/Sq Ft
5.00
Acres
1960
Year Built
2
Garage Spaces
15
Days on Market
Pending Listed Jun 3, 2026 • MLS# 73529189 Copied! • Updated Jun 23, 2026

About this home

Nestled on a private and picturesque 5-acre retreat lot, this charming Cape-style home offers the perfect blend of character, comfort, and convenience. Thoughtfully refreshed throughout, the interior features newly refinished hardwood floors, fresh paint, and two beautifully updated full bathrooms. The inviting floor plan includes three spacious bedrooms and warm, sun-filled living spaces designed for both everyday living and entertaining. A standout feature is the expansive sunroom, where walls of windows showcase peaceful views of the surrounding landscape and fill the home with natural light year-round. Outside, the property continues to impress with a classic barn, offering endless possibilities for hobbyists, storage, animals, or future creative use. Enjoy the privacy and tranquility of five acres while still being conveniently connected to the community. Sidewalks provide easy access to the town center, local schools, parks, and everyday amenities. Welcome home!

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Property History

Market Insights

Property Timeline

📋
Status: Active under contract
Jun 9, 2026
Active → Active Under Contract
Pending Sale
Jun 7, 2026
Offer accepted, sale pending
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Listed for Sale
Jun 3, 2026
$950,000
Original listing
Agent: Melissa McNamara Group Office: William Raveis R.E. & Home Services

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $9,378 $717,500

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$9,378
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$717,500

Facts & Features

2 Car Garage
Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1960
Living Area 1,930 sq ft
Lot Size 5.00 acres
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 2
Total Rooms 8

Interior

Heating Forced Air, Hydro Air, Other
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave
Fireplace Living Room
Fireplaces 1
Basement Full, Unfinished
Laundry Recessed Lighting, Second Floor
Features Mud Room

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture Cape
Roof Shingle
Features Deck
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Deck
Garage Spaces 2
Has Garage Yes
Features Attached, Garage Door Opener, Barn, Off Street, Stone/gravel
Total Spaces 12
Electric Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service, Generator Connection
Water Private
Sewer Private Sewer
Gas None
Other For Electric Range, For Electric Oven, Generator Connection
Annual Tax $9,378
Assessed Value $717,500
Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Down Payment Resource Eligible
Seller Disclosures Heating/cooling Systems Apx 7 Years Old. Whole House 24kv Automatic Generator Runs Off Leased, Buried 500 Gal Propane Tank. Private Well Services The Home. Whole House Filtration System. Well Pump And Expansion Tank Replaced 5 Years Ago. Buyer/buyers Agent To Verify All Information
Possession None
Accepted Financing Contract
Structure Type []
House Color Light Gray
Sq Ft Source Measured
Documents None
County Plymouth
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 19 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1960
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,930 sq ft
Total Rooms
8

Room Details

First Floor

Bathroom1
Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Lighting - Overhead
Dining Room
12 x 12
Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
Kitchen
13 x 12
Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Lighting - Overhead
Living Room
13 x 23
Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting

Second Floor

Bedroom3
12 x 13
Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
Bathroom2
11 x 11
Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Lighting - Overhead
Bedroom2
11 x 11
Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
Master Bedroom
14 x 11
Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting

Other Floor

Bedroom5
Bedroom4
Bathroom3
Office
Family Room
Master Bathroom

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances: Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave
Interior Features: Mud Room
Windows:
Basement: Full, Unfinished
Laundry: Recessed Lighting, Second Floor
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Cape
Year Built: 1960
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air, Hydro Air, Other
Heating Zones: 2
Cooling: Central Air
Cooling Zones: 2
Hot Water:
Water Source: Private
Sewer: Private Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Deck
Patio & Porch: Deck
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features: Wooded
Road Surface: Paved

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Type: Attached
Total Parking Spaces: 12
Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Barn, Off Street, Stone/Gravel

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type: Living Room
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, Public School
School District
Norwell School District local
A
School Safety 2024-25
0.8% Low
0.8% Suspensions 0.5% In-School
4.7% below state avg
E

Elementary Schools

5 schools
Su Escuela Language Academy
3.9 mi
Grades K-06
B-
South Shore Charter Public School
4.0 mi | #189 of 346 | Score: 52.2
Improved 94 spots from last year
-6 below state avg
1,057 students Very Diverse
High Graduation Rate Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades K-12
The Accord School
4.3 mi
Grades 05-12
A
William G Vinal School
1.6 mi | #101 of 824 | Score: 59.4
Dropped 79 spots from last year
+1.2 above state avg
556 students Less Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades PK-05
A+
Grace Farrar Cole School
4.1 mi | #1 of 12 | Score: 61.5
Improved 182 spots from last year
+3.3 above state avg
528 students Less Diverse
Rising School Strong Attendance
Grades PK-05
M

Middle Schools

1 school
A
Norwell Middle School
0.9 mi | #54 of 352 | Score: 56.0
Dropped 8 spots from last year
-2.2 below state avg
509 students Less Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades 06-08
H

High Schools

1 school
A+
Norwell High School
2.0 mi | #35 of 346 | Score: 69.8
Dropped 31 spots from last year
+11.6 above state avg
601 students Less Diverse
20 sports • 1,670 athletes
Strong AP Program High Graduation Rate College Ready Curriculum Strong Athletics
Grades 09-12
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Norwell Center

147 Forest St, Norwell MA 02061

Norwell, MA 02061

Listing Information

Listing Agent Melissa McNamara Group
Listing Office William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
Office Phone 781-659-6650
Agent MLS ID TM359747
Office MLS ID M95268
Listing Data Updated Jun 23, 2026 3:30 AM EDT
Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.

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