A classic cape in beloved, sought-after Norwell Homes - a dream neighborhood where kids play in the street and neighbors become friends. Located just minutes to shopping, dining and Rte 3. So much to love including a white kitchen with center island that opens to a dining room and lovely sitting room with a fireplace and cathedral ceiling. A living room, also with fireplace, full bath and bedroom or office complete the first floor. Upstairs you'll find 3 additional bedrooms and a second bathroom. The flexible floor plan offers options for bedrooms and working from home plus a playroom in the lower level. The outdoor space features a deck for relaxing and Summer entertaining and a backyard with plenty of room for garden beds and outdoor play. The house has excellent curb appeal with professional landscaping and a perfect spot for your Adirondack chairs. Recent updates include the roof, exterior siding, trim and gutters, living room windows, dishwasher and play room carpet. Welcome home!
Single-familyProperty Type
1955Year Built
0.25 acresLot Size
$494Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
4 spacesParking
Listed by Angela Stevenson• Compass
Bought with Kimberly Williamson• Portside Real Estate
Country cape in the popular "Norwell Home" neighborhood near shopping, schools, and commuter routes. Charmingly updated with a "pottery barn" flair it offers a country kitchen with pristine white cabinetry, granite counter, center island and adjacent morning room with beamed cathedral ceiling and fireplace; hardwood floors; fireplaced LR; separate DR with wainscoting; french door to lower level playroom; 3BR on second level with full bath & deck overlooking tree-lined back yard. Nothing to do!
MLS PIN #70173230
May 27, 2005
Sold
$459,900
$275/sq ft
Apr 17, 2005
Listing Removed
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Apr 13, 2005
Listed
$459,900
$275/sq ft
New listing. Wonderful neighborhood,lovely four bedroom, two bath home. Sunny country fireplaced kitchen, family room. Excellent schools. Seller will entertain any offers after completion of the open house on Sunday 4/17/05
MLS PIN #30786288
Apr 15, 2004
Sold
$385,500
$231/sq ft
Nov 3, 2003
Listed
$393,000
$235/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$10,775 (+7.5%)
$314,400 + $518,400
$832,800
2025
$10,027 (+2.8%)
$299,400 + $467,800
$767,200
2024
$9,757 (+2.9%)
$298,200 + $426,700
$724,900
2023
$9,483 (+8.6%)
$265,600 + $354,600
$620,200
2022
$8,729 (+24.3%)
$209,900 + $315,300
$525,200
2021
$7,025 (+4.6%)
$221,000 + $193,700
$414,700
2020
$6,719 (+2.5%)
$221,000 + $183,000
$404,000
2019
$6,553 (+9.8%)
$216,600 + $183,000
$399,600
2018
$5,967 (+6.3%)
$200,900 + $164,300
$365,200
2017
$5,616 (+0.5%)
$200,900 + $140,500
$341,400
2016
$5,590 (+8.1%)
$200,900 + $137,900
$338,800
2015
$5,171 (−0.7%)
$197,100 + $116,300
$313,400
2014
$5,209 (+1.7%)
$186,600 + $131,600
$318,200
2013
$5,123 (+6.1%)
$186,600 + $131,600
$318,200
2012
$4,827 (+8.9%)
$207,400 + $131,600
$339,000
2011
$4,434
$207,400 + $112,300
$319,700
2010
$4,434 (+1.5%)
$207,400 + $112,300
$319,700
2009
$4,369
$250,500 + $121,300
$371,800
Tax history for 59 Franklin Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$10,775 (+7.5%)
$314,400 + $518,400
$832,800
2025
$10,027 (+2.8%)
$299,400 + $467,800
$767,200
2024
$9,757 (+2.9%)
$298,200 + $426,700
$724,900
2023
$9,483 (+8.6%)
$265,600 + $354,600
$620,200
2022
$8,729 (+24.3%)
$209,900 + $315,300
$525,200
2021
$7,025 (+4.6%)
$221,000 + $193,700
$414,700
2020
$6,719 (+2.5%)
$221,000 + $183,000
$404,000
2019
$6,553 (+9.8%)
$216,600 + $183,000
$399,600
2018
$5,967 (+6.3%)
$200,900 + $164,300
$365,200
2017
$5,616 (+0.5%)
$200,900 + $140,500
$341,400
2016
$5,590 (+8.1%)
$200,900 + $137,900
$338,800
2015
$5,171 (−0.7%)
$197,100 + $116,300
$313,400
2014
$5,209 (+1.7%)
$186,600 + $131,600
$318,200
2013
$5,123 (+6.1%)
$186,600 + $131,600
$318,200
2012
$4,827 (+8.9%)
$207,400 + $131,600
$339,000
2011
$4,434
$207,400 + $112,300
$319,700
2010
$4,434 (+1.5%)
$207,400 + $112,300
$319,700
2009
$4,369
$250,500 + $121,300
$371,800
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.25 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,476
Year built
1955
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Plymouth County
APN
2500086S
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 9, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Open Parking
Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Interior
Master Bedroom Information
Area: 187
Length: 17
Width: 11
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 108
Length: 12
Width: 9
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 81
Length: 9
Width: 9
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 121
Length: 11
Width: 11
Level: First
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Enclosed Shower - Fiberglass
Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Interior Features: Recessed Lighting, Play Room
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,671
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter, Block
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: gray
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Wood
Exterior Features: Deck - Wood, Rain Gutters, Storage, Professional Landscaping
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.25
Lot Features: Corner Lot, Cleared
Road Frontage Type: Public
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $6,719
Tax Year: 2020
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range
Sewer: Private Sewer
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Oil
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Location
Location Information
Directions: Rte 53 to Grove Street. Right on Franklin Rd - Norwell Homes neighborhood
UnparsedAddress: 59 Franklin Rd, Norwell MA 02061
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Stable(s), Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, Private School, Public School
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,476
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.25 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1955
Year Renovated: —
County: Plymouth County
APN: 2500086S
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 9, 2026
Other
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Grace Farrar Cole Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi
8/10
Norwell Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.9mi
8/10
Norwell High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.0mi
10/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 95° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
8/10 Wind Factor
80% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Norwell, MA • 02061
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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69
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84
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58
73
56
63
47
53
37
40
25
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.1 hours in
June and 4.4 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
9.1 hrs
4.4 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$785,000 – $950,000
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