290 East Street, Westwood MA 02090

Westwood, MA 02090 • Islington
$895,000
Est. $5,513/month
5
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,419
Sq Ft
$631
Price/Sq Ft
0.50
Acres
1954
Year Built
2
Days on Market
Active Open House Listed Jan 6, 2026 • MLS# 73465738 Copied!

About this home

Location, lifestyle, and opportunity come together at 290 East Street in Westwood’s sought-after Islington neighborhood. A true commuter’s dream, this charming Cape is just two blocks to the commuter rail, Islington Center, and Downey Elementary School—with sidewalks connecting it all. Set on a private half-acre lot, the home offers a flexible 5-bedroom layout ideal for today’s evolving needs. The main level features bright living and dining spaces with hardwood floors, a modern kitchen with stone countertops and recessed lighting, plus first-floor bedroom(s) or home office options. Upstairs are three additional bedrooms and a half bath. An unfinished walk-out lower level and unfinished second-floor area provide excellent expansion potential. Enjoy a peaceful, wooded yard perfect for outdoor living and wildlife watching. With easy access to highways, shops, dining, parks, and top-rated schools, this Islington gem delivers suburban serenity with effortless city connectivity.

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1954
Bedrooms
5
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,419 sq ft
Total Rooms
7

Open House Schedule

10
Jan
Saturday, January 10
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM EST

Facts & Features

2 Car Garage

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1954
Living Area 1,419 sq ft
Lot Size 0.50 acres
Bedrooms 5
Full Baths 1
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 7

Interior

Heating Natural Gas, Wood Stove
Cooling Window Unit(s)
Flooring Tile, Parquet, Engineered Hardwood
Appliances Gas Water Heater
Fireplace None
Basement Full, Walk-out Access, Interior Entry, Sump Pump, Unfinished
Laundry In Basement
Features None

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture Cape
Roof Shingle
Features Porch, Rain Gutters
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Porch

Parking

Garage Spaces 2
Has Garage Yes
Features Detached, Garage Faces Side, Off Street, Tandem, Paved
Total Spaces 8

Utilities

Electric Circuit Breakers
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range

Financial

Annual Tax $9,452
Assessed Value $738,400

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Parquet, Engineered Hardwood
Appliances: Gas Water Heater
Interior Features:
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement: Full, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Sump Pump, Unfinished
Laundry: In Basement
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Cape
Year Built: 1954
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Natural Gas, Wood Stove
Heating Zones: 1
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Porch, Rain Gutters
Patio & Porch: Porch
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features: Wooded, Gentle Sloping, Level
Road Surface: Paved

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 2
Total Parking Spaces: 8
Parking Features: Detached, Garage Faces Side, Off Street, Tandem, Paved

Location

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Neighborhood

Islington

290 East Street, Westwood MA 02090

Westwood, MA 02090

Walkability

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Nearby Schools

School District
Westwood School District local
🎓 Where Graduates Go Class of 2021
84% attend college
82% 4-Year 2% 2-Year 47% Out of State 6% Working
School Safety 2024-25
0.4% Low
0.4% Suspensions 0.7% In-School
5.1% below state avg
E

Elementary Schools

3 schools
A+
Downey School
0.4 mi | #44 of 824 | Score: 62.8
Improved 24 spots from last year
+4.6 above state avg
271 students Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
A
Pine Hill Elementary School
0.9 mi | #155 of 824 | Score: 56.9
Dropped 78 spots from last year
-1.3 below state avg
473 students Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades PK-05
A+
Greenlodge School
1.2 mi | #86 of 824 | Score: 60.1
Dropped 16 spots from last year
+1.9 above state avg
320 students Moderate
Strong Attendance
Grades 01-05
M

Middle Schools

1 school
A-
Dedham Middle School
1.8 mi | #106 of 352 | Score: 49.0
Improved 23 spots from last year
-9.2 below state avg
555 students Diverse
Grades 06-08
H

High Schools

3 schools
Xaverian Brothers High School
0.9 mi
16 sports • 3,034 athletes
Strong Athletics
Grades 09-12
Ursuline Academy
1.7 mi
15 sports • 1,084 athletes
Strong Athletics
Grades 07-12
Beacon Scholastic Academy
1.8 mi
Grades 06-12
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Year 15
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Property History

Property Timeline

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Listed for Sale
Jan 6, 2026
$895,000
Original listing
Agent: DeWolfe Group Office: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Jan 6, 2026 New Listing Added $895,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
2 days
Price per Sq Ft
$631

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $9,452 $738,400

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$9,452
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$738,400

Listing Information

Listing Agent DeWolfe Group
Listing Office Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Agent MLS ID TM352281
Office MLS ID BB5915
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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