Norwell Real Estate

 Norwell is a small town on the South Shore located east of Route 3 and approximately 20 miles south of Boston. Like many South Shore towns, it offers picturesque waterfront properties and has experienced a building boom accompanied by rising real estate values. At 21.2 square miles and just 10,000 residents, however, Norwell is smaller and more rural than its neighbors. Its southern border is formed by the North River, offering superb kayaking and canoeing opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts. Open spaces are also in abundance, including Stetson Meadows and Norris Reservation on the river and Jacobs Pond Conservation Area in the northwest corner of town. Families tout Norwell’s top-notch public school system as a significant draw. In 2010, Norwell’s South Shore Charter Public School was named America’s Greenest School. More recently, the town invested more than $3 million to open the Clipper Community Complex on the Norwell High School campus. The facility features an Olympic-sized track and two lighted artificial-turf fields, among other state-of-the-art track and field amenities.  Read more about Norwell real estate.

Norwell Homes & Condos For Sale

Norwell Homes & Condos For Sale June 5, 2023
11
Listed
84
Avg. DOM
$495.66
Avg. $ / Sq.Ft.
$2,195,000
Med. List Price
11 Properties
5
Beds
7F31/2
Baths
8,672
Sq.Ft.
2000
Year Built
190
Days on Site
73060178
MLS
Set on 26 serene acres, this Norwell estate is the epitome of privacy and elegance. A stately drive through manicured lawns welcomes you to the sprawling custom residence. Enter through a marble...
4
Beds
3F11/2
Baths
2,918
Sq.Ft.
1976
Year Built
29
Days on Site
73039240
MLS
At long last a once in a lifetime opportunity presents itself. This 33 plus acre piece of heaven offers endless possibilities as a secluded sanctuary, a potential family compound, or even a...
$2,400,000
Neighborhood: Schooner Estates - New Subdivision In Barque Hill Area
4
Beds
3F11/2
Baths
4,315
Sq.Ft.
2023
Year Built
48
Days on Site
73100796
MLS
Ready For Occupancy - Stunning New Construction! This Home Offers The Perfect Blend Of Classic Charm And Contemporary Design With A Nod To The Timeless Architecture Of A Traditional Farmhouse....
5
Beds
4F11/2
Baths
4,369
Sq.Ft.
2023
Year Built
119
Days on Site
73076990
MLS
New construction custom home by local builder with an eye for detail and high end finishes. Home includes 12 rooms, 5 bedrooms, 4.5 baths, large primary suite, luxury kitchen, butler's pantry,...
3
Beds
4
Baths
2,306
Sq.Ft.
1941
Year Built
76
Days on Site
73090342
MLS
Nestled in the heart of Norwell, this idyllic estate is an equestrian lover's dream. Sitting on 9+ acres, it features 2 working barns, a quaint guest cottage, a charming, brick front main house and a...
4
Beds
4F11/2
Baths
5,700
Sq.Ft.
2023
Year Built
180
Days on Site
73063723
MLS
298 Circuit Street GPS - New Construction in Norwell - Gorgeous setting for this new 5-lot enclave of elegant homes, both Modern Farmhouse and Gambrel Colonial style. Enjoy the proximity to walking...
4
Beds
5F11/2
Baths
5,593
Sq.Ft.
1998
Year Built
61
Days on Site
73092760
MLS
Landmark Bucolic Norwell home is surrounded by stone walls from yester-year and set on over 2 acres of beautiful land!! Boasting 5500 square feet of living space, a completely separate in-law...
4
Beds
2F11/2
Baths
2,248
Sq.Ft.
1986
Year Built
13
Days on Site
73115921
MLS
Private Estate like setting with long winding driveway, rolling lawns, stonewalls, mature trees and views of natures beauty. The main level offers an updated kitchen with new stainless steel...
9,999
Sq.Ft.
9999
Year Built
148
Days on Site
73069347
MLS
Look no further. This is it. An elevated, 2.05-acre vacant lot features a private road, a cul-de-sac neighborhood and is surrounded by elegant homes of distinction. As a member/beneficiary of the...
4
Beds
1F11/2
Baths
2,664
Sq.Ft.
1967
Year Built
53
Days on Site
73099187
MLS
50 Knollwood Road is the perfect recipe for starting your story and planting those roots. Nestled on the corner of a long street, the privacy is there, while you also have a street filled with...
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,219
Sq.Ft.
1920
Year Built
22
Days on Site
73111382
MLS
Single floor living in a great location! This spacious Ranch is located in a quiet residential area while being just down the street from shopping and restaurants and just one mile from Wompatuck...

More About Norwell Real Estate

Norwell Location

Approximately 30-38% of Norwell is wetlands with many protected areas and open spaces. Much of Norwell’s eastern border lies along the North River where Norwell once flourished as a major shipbuilding center. The town is bordered by Hingham on the north; Pembroke to the south; Hanover and Rockland to the west, and Marshfield and Scituate on the east and northeast. Route 3 passes through Norwell twice across the southern and western corners of the town while Route 123 is the major route through town. The nearest rail service is the Greenbush line of the MBTA’s commuter rail in neighboring Scituate.

Within the town, Norwell started its “pathways” initiative in 2015 to create mixed use pedestrian and cycling paths to connect the high school, middle school, and town center. The goal is to allow residents and students to traverse Norwell’s busiest roads more safely and efficiently.

Norwell Recreation

In addition to hiking and water sports along many of Norwell’s preservation and wildlife areas, the town boasts a thriving arts community. The James Library & Center for the Arts features a 90-seat concert hall, an art gallery and free lending library. The Company Theatre is an acclaimed troupe that has entertained audiences since 1979 and is a repeat recipient of the Moss Hart Award for outstanding New England productions. The Norwell Village area Historic District lies in the center of town paying homage to Norwell’s roots as a shipbuilding center in the early 19th century. Norwell is also known for innovative health facilities concentrated around town center.

Norwell History

Norwell was originally part of Scituate, settled in 1634 and later incorporated in 1849. The town changed its name to Norwell in the 1880s in honor of Henry Norwell, a dry goods merchant who helped fund the maintenance of many town roads. Norwell dominated the shipbuilding industry in the early 19th century with some of the finest frigates, schooners, whalers, and merchant vessels crafted along the North River.

Norwell claims an eclectic mix of luminaries who were either raised or now live in Norwell, including Animal Planet host Jeff Corwin, blues singer Susan Tedeschi, and actress Jennifer Coolidge of “American Pie” fame.

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