The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 02355 sells for about $960,000, or $337 per square foot.
Prices are down 16% from a year ago, which gives buyers more room to negotiate. Homes take about 18 days to sell, which is fast. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $5,100 a month.
ZIP 02355 — Carver
The Norwell housing market remains a high-end, competitive environment with limited inventory driving sustained interest. While some data sources indicate a year-over-year price decline, the market maintains strong demand due to the town's reputation for excellent schools and suburban quality of life. Figures for specific metrics like months of supply and sale-to-list ratios are not currently published at the ZIP level.
Norwell is ideal for affluent families seeking high-quality schools, a quiet suburban environment, and proximity to Boston, as well as downsizers looking for established, upscale communities.
Median prices moved down 16.0% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 18 days on market with 0.0 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
0% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 0% of asking — demand is holding steady.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 2.5% · poverty 2.0% — a stable, low-distress profile.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 02061, Norwell town, Plymouth County, MA
Norwell Public Schools are highly regarded, consistently ranking among the top districts in the state for academic performance and college readiness.
The area faces standard coastal New England climate risks, including potential for winter storms and localized flooding in low-lying areas.
Norwell maintains a stable, suburban economic profile with limited large-scale industrial development, focusing primarily on residential preservation and local services.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Massachusetts) — Massachusetts Local Property Tax: Ad valorem tax calculated as (Municipal Budget / Total Assessed Value of all taxable property) = Tax Rate per $1,000 of assessed value. Assessments must be at 100% of full and fair cash (market) value.
Residents primarily commute to Boston via the MBTA Commuter Rail from nearby stations or by driving along Route 3, with average commute times reflecting regional traffic patterns.
The town offers extensive outdoor amenities including the Norris Reservation, various conservation trails, and proximity to the North River for boating and fishing.
The rental market is characterized by high demand and limited inventory, with rents reflecting the town's affluent suburban status.
The local economy is largely service-oriented, with many residents commuting to the greater Boston metropolitan area for employment in finance, technology, and healthcare.
The town is served by Route 3, providing a direct corridor to Boston, and is supported by regional transit infrastructure including nearby commuter rail access.
Development is primarily focused on small-scale residential infill and the maintenance of existing town infrastructure.
The Plymouth County assessor's office oversees property valuations, ensuring assessments align with state-mandated fair market value standards.
Parcels are subject to standard municipal property taxes and may fall under specific regional school district or water district jurisdictions.
Property insurance premiums in this coastal region are influenced by regional hazard exposure, including wind and flood risks.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov for ZCTA 02061 and Norwell town.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
- Starland Sportsplex & Fun Park4.414.1 mi
- Water Wizz of Cape Cod4.413.4 mi
- Funcity Adventure Park4.214.3 mi
- Jellystone Park™ Cranberry Acres4.35.6 mi
- Nova Trampoline Park4.67.3 mi
- Starland Sportsplex & Fun Park4.414.1 mi
- King Richard’s Faire3.75.3 mi
- Marshfield Fair4.412.9 mi
- Tavern On The Wharf4.17.2 mi
- Fireside Grille4.28.5 mi
- Plymouth Rock4.37.4 mi
- Plimoth Patuxet Museums4.68.9 mi
- King Richard’s Faire3.75.3 mi
- Raynham Flea Market4.313 mi
- Mayflower II4.57.4 mi
- Plymouth Rock4.37.4 mi
- Plimoth Patuxet Museums4.68.9 mi
- Heritage Museums & Gardens4.819 mi
- Wompatuck State Park4.719.7 mi
- Mayflower II4.57.4 mi
- Massasoit State Park4.610.4 mi
- Myles Standish State Forest4.57.6 mi
- Nelson Park4.67.2 mi
- Thousand Trails Gateway to Cape Cod3.910.8 mi
- Pilgrim Memorial State Park4.67.4 mi
- Roht Marine4.316.8 mi
- Sandwich Marina4.718.3 mi
- East Wind Lobster and Grille4.315.1 mi
- Kingman Yacht Center4.719.3 mi
- Taylor Point Marina4.615.2 mi
- Pinehills Golf Club4.710.7 mi
- Crosswinds Golf Club4.69.1 mi
- Waverly Oaks Golf Club4.59.4 mi
- Olde Scotland Links4.311.2 mi
- Ridder Farm Golf Course4.311.5 mi
- Raynham Flea Market4.313 mi
- Wareham Crossing4.410.4 mi
- Kingston Collection3.85.3 mi
- Crocetti's Butcher Shop4.812.6 mi
- Shaw's4.10.6 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
A large conservation area featuring trails and scenic views of the North River.
A historic waterway popular for kayaking, canoeing, and recreational fishing.
Key-figure check: median price corroborated by the prior refresh cycle (within 12.5%).