Welcome to the highly sought-after Norwell Homes neighborhood! Lovingly maintained by the current owner for 40+ years, this picture-perfect Cape offers timeless charm, warm character, and incredible opportunity. The beautifully updated family room features custom built-in mudroom-style cabinetry and sliding door access to the backyard. The kitchen offers an island with dining area and is ready for your personal touches and future updates. A sun-filled fireplaced living room with built-in cabinetry, hardwood floors throughout, first-floor primary bedroom, and updated full bath complete the main level. Upstairs offers two generously sized bedrooms with excellent closet space and a half bath. The walk-out lower level is partially finished with additional storage space. Amenities include a newer deck, outdoor shower, automatic generator and storage shed. A rare offering in this quintessential New England neighborhood close to top-rated schools, shopping, and highway access. Welcome home!
Under contract
Price cut: $25K (6/2)
$850,000
87 Franklin Rd, Norwell, MA 02061
3beds
2,032sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1959
8,000 Square Feet Lot
$852,300 Zestimate®
$418/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Outdoor showerNewer deckBeautifully updated family roomStorage shedFirst-floor primary bedroomWalk-out lower levelTwo generously sized bedrooms
- 20 days |
- 2,829 |
- 152 |
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Melissa McNamara Group 781-470-9503,
William Raveis R.E. & Home Services 781-659-6650
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73524085
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Closet - Double
- Level: First
- Area: 270
- Dimensions: 15 x 18
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 204
- Dimensions: 12 x 17
Bedroom 3
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 204
- Dimensions: 12 x 17
Primary bathroom
- Features: No
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Pendant
- Level: First
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 12 x 11
Family room
- Features: Skylight, Ceiling Fan(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Closet, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled
- Level: First
- Area: 300
- Dimensions: 15 x 20
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Vinyl, Breakfast Bar / Nook, Country Kitchen, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: First
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 11 x 12
Living room
- Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
- Level: First
- Area: 336
- Dimensions: 14 x 24
Heating
- Forced Air, Oil
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
- Laundry: In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- Flooring: Wood, Tile, Vinyl
- Doors: Insulated Doors
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Basement: Full,Crawl Space,Walk-Out Access,Interior Entry
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,032
- Total interior livable area: 2,032 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,032
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Paved Drive, Off Street
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch, Deck - Composite
- Exterior features: Porch, Deck - Composite, Rain Gutters, Storage, Outdoor Shower
Lot
- Size: 8,000 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: M:21 L:120,1099789
- Zoning: RE
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1959
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Generator, Circuit Breakers, Generator Connection
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Generator Connection
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Norwell
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $418/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $652,300
- Annual tax amount: $8,526
- Date on market: 5/27/2026
- Listing terms: Contract
Estimated market value
$852,300
$810,000 - $895,000
$4,013/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/6/2026 | Contingent | $850,000$418/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73524085 Report a problem | ||
| 6/2/2026 | Price change | $850,000-2.9%$418/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73524085 Report a problem | ||
| 5/26/2026 | Listed for sale | $875,000$431/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73524085 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,526 +2.3% | $652,300 +5.3% |
| 2024 | $8,338 -0.9% | $619,500 +12.6% |
| 2023 | $8,413 +9.2% | $550,200 +18.7% |
| 2022 | $7,705 -4.3% | $463,600 -2.4% |
| 2021 | $8,048 +5.4% | $475,100 +3.5% |
| 2020 | $7,633 +2.4% | $459,000 +1% |
| 2019 | $7,455 +8.3% | $454,600 +7.9% |
| 2018 | $6,882 +7.6% | $421,200 +8.3% |
| 2017 | $6,397 -2.1% | $388,900 -1.7% |
| 2016 | $6,531 +8.6% | $395,800 +8.6% |
| 2015 | $6,014 +0.6% | $364,500 -0.2% |
| 2014 | $5,980 +1.7% | $365,300 |
| 2013 | $5,881 +10% | $365,300 -2.7% |
| 2012 | $5,346 +9.6% | $375,400 +6.7% |
| 2011 | $4,879 +2.2% | $351,800 -6% |
| 2010 | $4,774 +0.1% | $374,400 -7.8% |
| 2009 | $4,771 +10.4% | $406,000 +4% |
| 2008 | $4,321 -1.5% | $390,300 -4.9% |
| 2007 | $4,387 +8.3% | $410,400 +10.7% |
| 2006 | $4,052 +14.3% | $370,700 +10.9% |
| 2005 | $3,544 +4.2% | $334,300 +29.5% |
| 2004 | $3,402 +3.7% | $258,100 +0% |
| 2003 | $3,282 +9.2% | $258,000 +32.6% |
| 2001 | $3,005 +30.3% | $194,500 +27% |
| 1995 | $2,306 | $153,100 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 02061
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Grace Farrar Cole Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 8/10Norwell Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.8 mi
- 10/10Norwell High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Cole Elementary
- Middle: Norwell Ms
- High: Norwell Hs
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- Massachusetts
- Plymouth County
- Norwell
- 02061
- 87 Franklin Rd
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