Welcome to iconic Donovan Farm! This extraordinary property blends historic charm with modern luxury. Brand-new gourmet kitchen features custom cabinetry, high-end appliances, radiant heat, butler’s pantry, beverage station, and indoor/outdoor dining. Warm and inviting family room with exposed beams, oversized windows, wide pine floors, cast iron fireplace, built-ins, and 9’ ceilings. Additional spaces include a cozy den, sun-filled gym, formal dining, and home office with full bath. Upstairs: three spacious bedrooms, new guest bath, custom built-ins, second office, and a stunning Primary suite with luxe new bath, dual walk-in closets, and private deck overlooking the grounds. Walkout finished basement, mudroom, wine cellar, laundry, and garage complete the main home. The 2-story barn offers 3 stalls, tack room, and charming 1-bed apartment. Tennis court, chicken coop, fenced pastures, fruit trees, fresh pond, and babbling brook—Donovan Farm is a rare and remarkable offering!
Sold for $2,375,000
$2,375,000
242 Pleasant St, Norwell, MA 02061
5beds
5,038sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1809
5.31 Acres Lot
$2,506,800 Zestimate®
$471/sqft
$7,055 Estimated rent
Home value
$2,506,800
$2.28M - $2.76M
$7,055/mo
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Cast iron fireplaceBabbling brookLuxe new bathFresh pondTennis courtPrivate deckChicken coop
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Listed by:
Jennifer Richardsson 781-264-0462,
Coldwell Banker Realty - Hingham 781-749-4300
Bought with:
Butler Wheeler Team
Coldwell Banker Realty - Concord
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73356097
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Walk-In Closet(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wood, Balcony / Deck, Balcony - Exterior, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Sconce, Closet - Double
- Level: Second
- Area: 315
- Dimensions: 21 x 15
Bedroom 2
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Wood
- Level: Second
- Area: 238
- Dimensions: 17 x 14
Bedroom 3
- Features: Fireplace, Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Wood
- Level: Second
- Area: 238
- Dimensions: 17 x 14
Bedroom 4
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood
- Level: Second
- Area: 143
- Dimensions: 13 x 11
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring - Wood
- Level: Second
- Area: 150
- Dimensions: 10 x 15
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Wood
- Level: First
- Area: 196
- Dimensions: 14 x 14
Family room
- Features: Flooring - Wood, Lighting - Sconce, Decorative Molding
- Level: First
- Area: 238
- Dimensions: 17 x 14
Kitchen
- Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Pantry, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, French Doors, Kitchen Island, Wet Bar, Cabinets - Upgraded, Deck - Exterior, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Slider, Stainless Steel Appliances, Wine Chiller, Lighting - Pendant, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 306
- Dimensions: 17 x 18
Living room
- Features: Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove, Beamed Ceilings, Flooring - Wood
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 450
- Dimensions: 25 x 18
Heating
- Baseboard, Oil
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Wine Refrigerator
- Laundry: Washer Hookup
Features
- Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Bathroom - 1/4, Closet, Accessory Apt., Office, Mud Room, Play Room, Bonus Room, Wet Bar
- Flooring: Wood, Tile, Flooring - Wood
- Doors: French Doors
- Basement: Finished,Walk-Out Access,Garage Access
- Number of fireplaces: 5
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Living Room, Bedroom
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,038
- Total interior livable area: 5,038 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 4,538
- Finished area below ground: 500
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 10
- Parking features: Under, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 8
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch - Enclosed, Screened, Deck, Deck - Composite, Patio
- Exterior features: Porch - Enclosed, Porch - Screened, Deck, Deck - Composite, Patio, Balcony, Tennis Court(s), Rain Gutters, Storage, Barn/Stable, Paddock, Professional Landscaping, Fenced Yard, Fruit Trees, Garden, Guest House, Horses Permitted, Stone Wall, Other
- Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed,Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Scenic View(s), Water, Pond
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Pond,Water
- Waterfront features: Waterfront, Stream, Pond
Lot
- Size: 5.31 Acres
- Features: Corner Lot, Cleared, Level
Details
- Additional structures: Barn/Stable, Guest House
- Parcel number: 1102210
- Zoning: res
- Horses can be raised: Yes
- Horse amenities: Paddocks
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Brick, Stone
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1809
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Inspection Required for Sale, Private Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, Washer Hookup
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security System
Location
- Region: Norwell
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/16/2025 | Sold | $2,375,000+3.5%$471/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73356097 Report a problem | ||
| 4/25/2025 | Contingent | $2,295,000$456/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73356097 Report a problem | ||
| 4/8/2025 | Listed for sale | $2,295,000+44.8%$456/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73356097 Report a problem | ||
| 1/12/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: MLS PIN Report a problem | ||
| 1/2/2021 | Listed for rent | $6,200$1/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #72770566 Report a problem | ||
| 12/18/2020 | Sold | $1,585,000-0.9%$315/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 10/24/2020 | Pending sale | $1,599,000$317/sqft |
Source: William Raveis R.E. & Home Services #72650300 Report a problem | ||
| 10/6/2020 | Price change | $1,599,000-3.1%$317/sqft |
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| 9/23/2020 | Pending sale | $1,649,900$327/sqft |
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| 5/30/2020 | Listed for sale | $1,649,900$327/sqft |
Source: William Raveis Real Estate #72650300 Report a problem | ||
| 5/24/2020 | Pending sale | $1,649,900$327/sqft |
Source: William Raveis Real Estate #72650300 Report a problem | ||
| 5/20/2020 | Listed for sale | $1,649,900+193.6%$327/sqft |
Source: William Raveis R.E. & Home Services #72650300 Report a problem | ||
| 8/15/1997 | Sold | $562,000-85.6%$112/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 1/10/1997 | Sold | $3,900,000$774/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $23,265 +1.2% | $1,780,000 +4.2% |
| 2024 | $22,990 -5.3% | $1,708,000 +7.5% |
| 2023 | $24,288 -0.1% | $1,588,500 +8.6% |
| 2022 | $24,305 +9.6% | $1,462,400 +11.7% |
| 2021 | $22,174 +5.7% | $1,309,000 +3.8% |
| 2020 | $20,974 -8.1% | $1,261,200 -9.4% |
| 2019 | $22,817 -1% | $1,391,300 -1.4% |
| 2018 | $23,056 +13% | $1,411,000 +13.7% |
| 2017 | $20,410 -0.3% | $1,240,700 |
| 2016 | $20,472 -2.9% | $1,240,700 -2.9% |
| 2015 | $21,090 +1.6% | $1,278,200 +0.8% |
| 2014 | $20,762 +3.5% | $1,268,300 +1.8% |
| 2013 | $20,059 +13.1% | $1,245,900 |
| 2012 | $17,742 +1.6% | $1,245,900 -1.1% |
| 2011 | $17,469 -3.4% | $1,259,500 -11.2% |
| 2010 | $18,083 +4.1% | $1,418,300 -4% |
| 2009 | $17,364 -0.6% | $1,477,800 -6.4% |
| 2008 | $17,470 +7% | $1,578,100 +3.3% |
| 2007 | $16,334 +0.3% | $1,528,000 +2.5% |
| 2006 | $16,292 +6.3% | $1,490,600 +3.1% |
| 2005 | $15,330 +11.2% | $1,446,200 +38.3% |
| 2004 | $13,785 +5.5% | $1,045,900 +1.8% |
| 2003 | $13,071 +18.1% | $1,027,600 +43.5% |
| 2001 | $11,065 -44.5% | $716,200 -45.9% |
| 1995 | $19,920 | $1,322,700 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 02061
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Grace Farrar Cole Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 3.6 mi
- 8/10Norwell Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 10/10Norwell High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Cole
- Middle: Nms
- High: Nhs
Source: MLS PIN. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Plymouth County
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- 242 Pleasant St
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