$1,225,000
SOLD AUG 15, 2025

216 Forest St Norwell, MA 02061

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,343 Sq Ft
2.82 Acres

Recently Sold

$523 Per Sq Ft

4% Above List Price

0 Day on Market

Highlights

  • 2.82 Acre Lot
  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Property is near public transit and schools
  • Grace Farrar Cole Elementary School Rated A-
  • Landscaped Professionally
  • Cathedral Ceiling

About This Home

As of August 2025

Tucked off a scenic country road with sidewalks to Gaffield Park, Norwell’s town center, and schools, this beautifully renovated 4BR, 2.5BA Cape offers the perfect blend of warmth, charm, and connection to nature. A welcoming farmer’s porch leads to sunlit spaces, including an updated kitchen with granite countertops and stainless appliances. The flexible layout includes a first-floor office/bedroom and a serene primary suite above the family room. A second-floor laundry room adds ease. The renovated screened porch invites you to unwind and take in the peaceful, nearly 3-acre lot—complete with expansive, flat backyard, stone patio, walkways, fenced garden, and shed. Thoughtful landscaping, granite steps, stone walls, and fresh plantings enhance the setting. Extras include new AC, whole-house generator, irrigation, 2-car garage with mudroom, built-ins, new roof, windows, gutters, and more. A special home in a coveted walkable location in sought after Norwell. Welcome home!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Poppy Troupe

Coldwell Banker Realty - Norwell - Hanover Regional Office Listed on: 06/23/2025

Coldwell Banker Realty - Norwell - Hanover Regional Office

Last Buyer's Agent

Alysa O'hara

Coldwell Banker Realty - Norwell - Hanover Regional Office

Coldwell Banker Realty - Norwell - Hanover Regional Office

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $10,585

Year Built

  • Built in 1966

Lot Details

  • 2.82 Acre Lot
  • Fenced Yard
  • Landscaped Professionally
  • Level Lot
  • Sprinkler System
  • Garden

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • Open Parking
  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 2,343 Sq Ft Home
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Insulated Windows
  • Sliding Doors
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Screened Porch

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Solid Surface Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Primary bedroom located on second floor
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Soaking Tub

Laundry

  • Laundry on upper level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Interior Basement Entry
  • Sump Pump

Outdoor Features

  • Bulkhead
  • Patio
  • Outdoor Storage

Location

  • Property is near public transit and schools

Schools

  • Cole Elementary School
  • Norwell Middle School
  • Norwell High School

Utilities

  • Ductless Heating Or Cooling System
  • 6 Cooling Zones
  • 3 Heating Zones
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Water Heater
  • Sewer Inspection Required for Sale

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 1101731

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Near Conservation Area

Recreation

  • Park
  • Jogging Path
  • Bike Trail

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$10,585

Year Built

Built in 1966

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Cape
  • Year Built: 1966
  • Year Built Details: Actual,Renovated Since
  • Compensation Based On: Gross/Full Sale Price
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Recessed Lighting, Sun Room
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Appliances: Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom2 Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Bedroom3 Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom4 Level: First
  • Room Bedroom4 Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Room Master Bedroom Features: Bathroom - Full, Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Master Bathroom Features: Yes
  • Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
  • Bathroom 1 Level: First
  • Bathroom 2 Level: Second
  • Bathroom 2 Features: Bathroom - Full, Jacuzzi / Whirlpool Soaking Tub
  • Bathroom 3 Features: Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Bathroom 3 Level: Second
  • Room Dining Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Dining Room Level: First
  • Room Family Room Level: First
  • Room Family Room Features: Flooring - Laminate, Recessed Lighting, Slider
  • Room Kitchen Level: First
  • Room Kitchen Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Pantry, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Laundry Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Second Floor
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Basement: Full, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Sump Pump
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2343
  • Living Area: 2343
  • Spa YN: No
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows
  • MAIN LO: AN6181
  • MAIN SO: AN6181
  • Insulation: Full

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Porch - Screened, Patio, Storage, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Fenced Yard, Garden
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Screened, Patio
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Waterfront YN: No
  • Waterview Flag: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Attached Garage YN: Yes
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 2
  • Garage YN: Yes
  • Open Parking YN: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
  • Total Parking Spaces: 8

Utilities

  • Sewer: Inspection Required for Sale
  • Cooling: Ductless
  • Heating: Baseboard, Oil
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public
  • HEAT ZONES: 3
  • COOLING ZONES: 6

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association YN: No
  • Community Features: Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Conservation Area, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station
  • Senior Community YN: No

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 1101731
  • Zoning: RES
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Features: Level
  • Lot Size Acres: 2.82
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 122839
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Attached YN: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Annual Amount: 10585

Multi Family

  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No

MLS Schools

  • High School: Norwell High
  • Elementary School: Cole
  • Middle Or Junior School: Norwell Middle

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 23, 2025
Closed on
Aug 15, 2025
Sold by
Bushnell George F and Bushnell Nancy P
Bought by
Schoefer Laura B and Buckley Christopher M
Seller's Agent
Poppy Troupe
Coldwell Banker Realty - Norwell - Hanover Regional Office
Buyer's Agent
Alysa O'hara
Coldwell Banker Realty - Norwell - Hanover Regional Office
List Price
$1,175,000
Sold Price
$1,225,000
Premium/Discount to List
$50,000
4.26%
Views
13
Current Estimated Value
$1,193,441

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$31,559
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-5.76%
Original Mortgage
$950,000
Outstanding Balance
$945,446
Interest Rate
6.25%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$247,995

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 4, 2011
Sold by
Ocwen Loan Svcng Llc and Deutsche Bank Natl T C
Bought by
Lamarre Richard D

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 30, 2011
Sold by
Deutsche Bank Natl T C and Henderson
Bought by
Deutsche Bank Natl T C and Morgan Stanley Ixis Re

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 31, 2006
Sold by
Henderson Yekaterina A
Bought by
Henderson Ross A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$420,000
Interest Rate
6.67%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 18, 2002
Sold by
Mcgrath Thomas J and Mcgrath Kathleen H
Bought by
Henderson Ross A
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Quit Claim Deed $1,225,000 --
Deed $1,225,000 --
Deed $251,199 --
Deed $251,199 --
Deed $251,199 --
Foreclosure Deed $334,600 --
Foreclosure Deed $334,600 --
Foreclosure Deed $334,600 --
Deed -- --
Deed -- --
Deed $350,000 --
Deed $350,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $950,000 New Conventional
Closed $950,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $420,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
08/15/2025 08/15/25 Sold $1,225,000 +4.3% $523 / Sq Ft
06/23/2025 06/23/25 Pending -- -- --
06/23/2025 06/23/25 For Sale $1,175,000 +127.3% $501 / Sq Ft
04/30/2012 04/30/12 Sold $517,000 -3.3% $207 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
04/10/2012 04/10/12 Pending -- -- --
03/04/2012 03/04/12 For Sale $534,900 -- $214 / Sq Ft
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $10,585 $809,900 $372,400 $437,500
2024 $10,359 $769,600 $371,000 $398,600
2023 $10,757 $703,500 $330,300 $373,200
2022 $9,879 $594,400 $262,900 $331,500
2021 $4,164 $607,500 $276,000 $331,500
2020 $6,169 $588,900 $276,000 $312,900
2019 $9,566 $583,300 $270,400 $312,900
2018 $9,314 $570,000 $276,000 $294,000
2017 $8,668 $526,900 $276,000 $250,900
2016 $8,615 $522,100 $276,000 $246,100
2015 $8,126 $492,500 $276,000 $216,500
2014 $7,457 $455,500 $259,900 $195,600
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73395325

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: NORW-000056-000000-000010