166 Norwell Ave, Norwell, MA 02061
Local realty services provided by:Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate The Shanahan Group
Listed by: anne greene
Office: coldwell banker realty - hingham
MLS#:73578685
Source:MLSPIN
Price summary
- Price:$1,695,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$258.78
About this home
Welcome to "The Norwell House", a gracious and distinctive New England estate set on 2.5 lush acres in the heart of Norwell. Rich in character, architectural detail and history, this is the kind of property that is increasingly difficult to come by, a home with a sense of permanence, built for generations and ready for its next chapter.From the moment you enter the grand foyer, the house makes an impression. A dramatic three-story staircase, floor-to-ceiling windows, beautiful period details and a sweeping veranda recall the elegance of an earlier era, while generous rooms and flexible living spaces make the home wonderfully suited to modern family life. At the heart of the house is a newly expanded kitchen designed for both everyday living and entertaining, complemented by a secondary prep kitchen. The spaces flow naturally to gracious interior rooms and outdoor gathering areas, creating a home equally comfortable hosting holidays and celebrations or simply bringing family and friends together.With seven bedrooms and eighteen rooms in total, this home offers remarkable flexibility. A five-room suite with its own entrance occupied the rear wing and can easily be recreated, providing possibilities for extended family (generational living), guests, an au pair, home offices or a potential ADU. The barn, at approximately 6,500 square feet is an extraordinary structure in its own right. It offers exceptional possibilities for the backyard gardener, an automobile collector, or for someone who needs a workshop/studio space. The expansive second floor provides an additional recreational and gathering space. Together with the surrounding acreage, it gives "The Norwell House" the character and versatility of a true gentleman’s farm.The current owners have undertaken substantial improvements during their stewardship of the property, including a new roof, heating upgrades, updated insulation and an expanded kitchen. For the antique lover, equestrian, collector, growing family or simply someone who appreciates homes that cannot be replicated today, The Norwell House offers something genuinely special: history, grace, space and possibility, all on Boston’s South Shore....
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Home facts
- Year built:1820
- Listing ID #:73578685
- Updated:November 04, 2026 at 02:12 PM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:7
- Total bathrooms:3
- Full bathrooms:3
- Rooms Total:18
- Flooring:Flooring - Hardwood, Hardwood, Tile
- Dining Description:Chair Rail, Closet, Hardwood
- Kitchen Description:Closet, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Dining Area, Dishwasher, Flooring - Hardwood, Gas Stove, Kitchen Island, Lighting - Pendant, Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances
- Bedroom Description:Bedroom
- Basement Description:Interior Entry, Unfinished
- Living area:6,550 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Window Unit(s)
- Heating:Baseboard, Fireplace, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Structure and exterior
- Roof:Shingle
- Year built:1820
- Building area:6,550 sq. ft.
- Lot area:2.5 Acres
- Lot Features:Cleared, Corner Lot, Gentle Sloping, Level
- Architectural Style:Antique
- Construction Materials:Frame
- Exterior Features:Garden, Horses Permitted, Patio, Porch, Stone Wall
- Foundation Description:Granite
Schools
- High school:Nhs
- Middle school:Nms
- Elementary school:Vinal
Utilities
- Water:Public
- Sewer:Private Sewer
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$1,695,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$258.78
- Tax amount:$19,464 (2025)
Features and amenities
- Appliances:Dishwasher, Dryer, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry features:Dryer, Flooring - Hardwood, Second Floor, Washer
- Amenities:Closet, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Gas Water Heater
Parking
- Total parking spaces:16
- Parking description:Carriage Shed, Detached, Off Street, Oversized, Stone/Gravel
- Garage:Yes
- Garage spaces:10
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