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$10,000 Closing Credit¹
#73344489, Poppy Troupe, Listing Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Norwell - Hanover Regional Office
$2,295,000 List price
242 Pleasant St Norwell, MA 02061
$10,000
Closing credit¹
5 beds
3 full, 2 partial
5,038 sqft
5.3 acres
$456 / sqft
House
Property details
About 242 Pleasant St
Welcome to iconic Donovan Farm! This extraordinary property blends historic charm with modern luxury. Brand-new gourmet kitchen features custom cabinetry, high-end appliances, radiant heat, butler’s pantry, beverage station, and indoor/outdoor dining. Warm and inviting family room with exposed beams, oversized windows, wide pine floors, cast iron fireplace, built-ins, and 9’ ceilings. Additional spaces include a cozy den, sun-filled gym, formal dining, and home office with full bath. Upstairs: three spacious bedrooms, new guest bath, custom built-ins, second office, and a stunning Primary suite with luxe new bath, dual walk-in closets, and private deck overlooking the grounds. Walkout finished basement, mudroom, wine cellar, laundry, and garage complete the main home. The 2-story barn offers 3 stalls, tack room, and charming 1-bed apartment. Tennis court, chicken coop, fenced pastures, fruit trees, fresh pond, and babbling brook—Donovan Farm is a rare and remarkable offering!
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingBaseboard, Oil
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size5,038 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size5.31 Acres
Year built1809
ParkingUnder, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
MLS #73356097
Attached garage2 spaces
WaterfrontWaterfront, Stream, Pond
FireplaceFamily Room, Living Room, Bedroom
ViewOther
Summary
- MLS Number: 73356097
- MLS Name: MLS Property Information Network
- Office Name: Coldwell Banker Realty - Hingham
- Office Phone: (781) 749-4300
- Listing Agent: Jennifer Richardsson
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 18, 2020 | Home Sold | $1,585,000 |
| Aug 15, 1997 | Home Sold | $562,000 |
| Jan 10, 1997 | Home Sold | $3,900,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,708,000 | $22,990 |
| 2023 | $1,588,500 | $24,288 |
| 2022 | $1,462,400 | $24,305 |
| 2021 | $1,309,000 | $22,174 |
| 2020 | $1,261,200 | $20,974 |
| 2019 | $1,391,300 | $22,817 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
7
William G Vinal
Public District PK-5
1.9 mi
•102 Old Oaken Bucket Rd
9
Center Elementary School
Public District 2-4
2.6 mi
•65 Silver St
8
Grace Farrar Cole
Public District PK-5
3.6 mi
•81 High St
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $141,071. Typical income of Norwell, MA residents is between $100k-200k annually. The majority of families are married, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.
How much money do the neighbors make?
2%
<35k
33%
35k-100k
38%
100k-200k
27%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
21%
Single, No Kids
5%
Single, with Kids
37%
Married, No Kids
37%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
18%
<11 yrs old
12%
12-17 yrs old
9%
18-34 yrs old
45%
35-64 yrs old
16%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Skiing/snowboarding
PGA/LPGA
Extreme Sports
Where do the neighbors shop?
BJs Wholesale Club
Stein Mart
Academy Sports & Outdoors
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Panera
Cracker Barrel
Bob Evans
What do the neighbors drive?
Infiniti
Lexus
Lincoln
What do the neighbors listen to?
Adult Hits
Oldies
News/Talk/Information
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 242 Pleasant St
This home is located at 242 Pleasant St in Norwell, MA and zip code 02061. This 5,038 square foot home, which was built in 1809, sits on a 5.31 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 8, 2025 and is currently priced at $2,295,000.
Over 1 listings were sold over their listed price in March 2025 in Norwell, MA. In the same period over 3 listings were sold below the listed price and 0 listings were sold for the listed price. Between February and March 2025, Norwell, MA real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 15.8%. Listings spent 20 days on the market in March 2025, and had a median list price of $1,050,000 during the same period.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.