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147 Forest St, Norwell, MA

Norwell · MA 02061

$950,000
Price
3
Beds
2
Baths
1930
Sq. ft.

Overview

Property type: Single Family
Year built: Built in 1960
Lot size: 5 Acres Lot
Price per square foot: $492 / Sq.Ft
Parking: 2 Garage Spaces
Heating & cooling: No Heat, Hydro Air, AC

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!

Neighborhood & Transit

Norwell Center

147 Forest St, Norwell · MA 02061

Nearby transit

Within 0.5 mile, measured straight-line to the nearest station entrance.

No subway or commuter rail stations within 0.5 mile.

Price Insight

Days on Market:
154 days
Listing Price:
$950,000
Price per Sq.Ft:
$492
Tax Assessment:
$717,500 in 2025
Taxes:
$782 / Monthly

Home Facts

Interior Features

Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
2
Half Bathrooms
0
Living Area
1,930 Sq.Ft
Kitchen
Main Floor, Kitchen Island, Stone Countertops, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Lighting - Overhead, Dishwasher, Range, Microwave
Primary Bedroom
Floor 2, Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
Laundry
Unknown
Living levels
Unknown
Rooms
8
Above grade area
1930
Flooring
Tile, Hardwood
Lead paint
Unknown

Utilities

Heating Type
Forced Air, None, Hydro Air
Heating Zone
2
Cooling
Central Air
Cooling Zones
2
Water
Private Water
Sewer
Private Sewerage
Electric Features
Circuit Breakers, 200 Amps

Exterior Features

Lot Size
217,800 Sq.Ft
Lot Description
Wooded
Exterior Features
Deck

Parking

Garage Parking
2 Parking Spaces, Attached, Barn, Garage Door Opener
Off Street Parking
None, Off-Street, Stone/Gravel

Construction Details

Construction Type
Frame
Siding
Wood
Roof
Asphalt/Fiberglass Shingles

Green Features

Electric Vehicle Charger
Unknown
Solar Panels
Unknown
Green Certified
Unknown
Insulation Features
Unknown
Energy Features
Unknown

Room details

Living room level
First Floor
Living room dimensions
13X23
Living room features
Fireplace, Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
Dining room level
First Floor
Dining room dimensions
12X12
Dining room features
Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
Kitchen dimensions
13X12
Primary bedroom dimensions
14X11
Bedroom 2 level
Second Floor
Bedroom 2 dimensions
11X11
Bedroom 2 features
Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom 3 level
Second Floor
Bedroom 3 dimensions
12X13
Bedroom 3 features
Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
Bathroom 1 level
First Floor
Bathroom 1 features
Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Lighting - Overhead
Bathroom 2 level
Second Floor
Bathroom 2 dimensions
11X11
Bathroom 2 features
Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Lighting - Overhead

Listing information

Listing agent
Melissa McNamara Group
Listing office
William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
MLS PIN #
73529189
Disclosure
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