Norwell is a small community located just 20 miles south of Boston. Its past is rooted in a history of shipbuilding, agriculture and shoemaking. Through the years it has retained its simple charm and beauty becoming a popular choice for young families. Attracted by the town’s great school system and country setting Norwell continues to be a first choice for homebuyers on the South Shore. With a mix of kid-friendly neighborhoods, scenic roads and a range of home sizes and prices, Norwell’s real estate market offers a rich selection for prospective buyers.
Washington Park
This area of Norwell sandwiched between Route 53 and Hanover is filled with well-established neighborhoods. Homes are a little closer together in this neck of the woods making for an overall family-friendly atmosphere conducive to block parties and barbeques. This is particularly true on roads such as Washington Park Drive, Coolidge Road, Ridge
Hill Road and Hall Drive. This area of Norwell is also steeped in history. High Street features several historical homes, some of which housed Norwell’s shoemakers and shops. In addition High Street is the route of Norwell’s old trolley. Yes, well before Greenbush, Norwell had its own train. Traces of Norwell’s farming past are evident in the few family farms still in operation on High Street. Washington Park is in the Cole School district and with sidewalks along most of High Street it is proximal for families and kids to walk to school. Other benefits of living in this neighborhood include its accessibility to Route 3, Route 53, restaurants and businesses.
Streets include:
- High Street
- Oak Street
- Ridge Hill Road
- Millwood Circle
- Cape Cod Lane
- Farm Hill Lane
- Bittersweet Lane
- Hall Drive
- Germaine Road
- John Adams Drive
- Christopher Road
- Coolidge Road
- Washington Park Drive
- Tyler Street
- Jefferson Avenue
Norwell Homes
Norwell Homes is a development of homes, the majority of which were built in the 1950s off of Grove Street not far from Route 53. This area is highly sought by first-time buyers looking for a quintessential Norwell neighborhood. With kids and residents of all ages, this neighborhood is comprised of recent buyers as well as established Norwellians. Baby strollers and basketball games, kids on bicycles and dogs out for walks, these are common sights in the Norwell Homes area. During the holidays Norwell Homes can be counted on for a festive Easter Egg Hunt organized by local residents and is a popular haunt for trick or treating at Halloween. Built in the area referred to as the Norwell Grove there is a bit of wetlands surrounding this neighborhood. It is a commuter’s dream, just minutes from Route 53 and Route 3, and is conveniently located near shops and stores. Located in the Cole School District, Norwell Homes is always a top choice for buyers and sellers.
Streets include:
- Gerard Road
- Wilder Road
- Shady Lane
- Franklin Road
- Nancy Lane
- Dana Road
- Jay Road
- Bay Path Lane
- Harold’s Way
- Grove Street
- Teaberry Lane
- Brattle Road
Riverside/Stetson/Brigantine Area
At the southern end of Norwell, right off of River Street, sits a very popular section of town known for its
proximity to the North River and beautiful neighborhoods. With its well-established cul-de-sacs, quaint roads, historic homes, old rock walls, and mature plantings, the Riverside/Stetson/Brigantine Circle neighborhoods are nice choices for families seeking a child-friendly, tranquil and picturesque setting. Close to Marshfield, Hanover and Pembroke, this section of Norwell is close to Route 3 and Route 53. While some of these neighborhoods were once allocated to the Cole School district, this area of Norwell has been designated to the Vinal School district in most recent years.
Streets include:
- River Street
- Riverside Drive
- Island View Circle
- Shrine Road
- Meadow Farms Way
- Stetson Shrine Lane
- Stetson Road
- Fox Hill Lane
- Bowspirit Lane
- Masthead Drive
- Till Rock Lane
- Brigantine Circle
- Barque Hill Drive
- Juniper Lane
- Barstow Avenue
- Meadow Brook Road
- Copeland Tannery Drive
- Church Street
- Tiffany Road
- Common Street
- Leonard Lane
South of Main Street (South/Pleasant/Wildcat/Circuit/Forest/Pine)
Main Street, South Street and River Street form a large triangular swath of land that is home to a largely wooded area of Norwell. Blanketed with towering pines this Norwell section is built within a forest featuring mainstays such as rambling Wildcat, tree-studded Pine, horseshoe Circuit as well as neighborhoods that punctuate the long stretches of road such as Centennial Waye, Old Pottery Lane, and Pheasant Run. This part of Norwell is also home to two of the most expensive areas including the prestigious, gated Reserve and the opulent mansions of Tara Drive. Also nestled in the woods is the charming Gaffield Park, a beloved community playground with equipment suited for both toddlers and older children, as well as a few trails into the woods. This section of Norwell is also proximal to the Norwell Public Library and Norwell High School both located off South Street, and is part of the Cole School district.
Streets include:
- South Street
- Cushing Hill Road
- Autumn Lane
- George Road
- E.A. Joseph Drive
- Wildcat Lane
- Circuit Street
- Pleasant Street
- Pine Street
- Green Street
- Centennial Waye
- Pheasant Run
- Bobstay Lane
- Old Pottery Lane
- John Neil Drive
- Tara Drive
- Wildwood Lane
- Parson’s Walk
- White Barn Lane
Winter/Cross/Parker/Sherman Corner
The eastern section of Norwell that lies just north of Main Street is comprised of scenic views and delightful neighborhoods surrounding a cranberry bog. This area of Norwell consists of beautiful, large homes on Cross Street and Winter Street, as well as impressive tucked-away neighborhoods such as Satuit Meadow Lane and Ford’s Crossing. In addition this area features older, established neighborhoods with mid-size homes and charm including May Elm and Parker Street. Proximal to Scituate and Route 3A this area of Norwell attracts buyers looking for dramatic scenery, large homes and often sizeable property. Set east of Norwell Center and close to the North River, this section of Norwell is in the Vinal School district.
Streets include:
- Winter Street
- Cross Street
- Parker Street
- Ford’s Crossing
- May Elm Lane
- Mill Lane
- Powder House Lane
- Satuit Meadow Lane
- East Ridge Way
- Crossbow Lane
- Mattakesset Lane
- Gendarme Place
- Stony Brook Lane
