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$498,367$427 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 94How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026

238 WASHINGTON ST

NORWELL, MA 02061
3
Beds
1 / 1
Baths
1,168 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.79 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1930
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$498K
$468K low$529K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,799 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$520,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$320,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$199,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$626,430

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.48 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Cape Cod
CountyPLYMOUTH
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.79
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(1)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Grace Farrar ColeA-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.5 mi
H
Norwell High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.8 mi
M
Norwell Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.7 mi

District: Norwell School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02061These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.27
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.95
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.73

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.43%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.3%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.11,639
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.546 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$180,690
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$191,075
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.48 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.52%

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How this home compares

238 Washington St measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth less than 97% of homes in Norwell 02061
  • Costs less per square foot than 67% of homes in Norwell 02061
  • Smaller than 94% of homes in Norwell 02061
  • Has a smaller lot than 77% of homes in Norwell 02061
  • Older than 90% of homes in Norwell 02061

What homes are worth in Norwell 02061

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$480K$2.4M

This home is worth more than 3% of homes in Norwell 02061.

How it measures up in Norwell 02061

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Norwell 02061.

Estimated value$498,367
CheaperTypical $1,032,583Pricier

Pricier than 3% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$427
CheaperTypical $464Pricier

Pricier than 33% of homes nearby

Living area1,168 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,309 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 6% of homes nearby

Lot size0.79 ac
SmallerTypical 1.08 acBigger

Bigger than 23% of homes nearby

Year built1930
OlderTypical 1971Newer

Newer than 10% of homes nearby

How 238 Washington St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNorwell 02061Plymouth County
Estimated valuepricier than$498,3673% of homes25% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$42733% of homes64% of homes
Living areabigger than1,168 ft²6% of homes20% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.79 ac23% of homes67% of homes
Year builtnewer than193010% of homes20% of homes

About 238 Washington St

How much is 238 Washington St, Norwell, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 238 Washington St, Norwell, MA is $498,367 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $467,554 to $529,180. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 238 Washington St, Norwell, MA last sell?

238 Washington St, Norwell, MA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 238 Washington St, Norwell, MA?

238 Washington St, Norwell, MA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,168 square feet of living space and a 0.79-acre lot.

When was 238 Washington St, Norwell, MA built?

238 Washington St, Norwell, MA was built in 1930, making it 96 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 238 Washington St, Norwell, MA?

238 Washington St, Norwell, MA is assigned to Grace Farrar Cole (elementary), rated A-; Norwell High School (high), rated A+; Norwell Middle School (middle), rated A-. All sit in Norwell School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 238 Washington St, Norwell, MA compare to other homes in Norwell 02061?

Among the 3,714 homes in Norwell 02061, it is worth more than 3% of them ($498,367 against a typical $1,032,583), its price per square foot is higher than 33% of them ($427 against a typical $464), it is bigger than 6% of them (1,168 ft² against a typical 2,309 ft²), its lot is bigger than 23% of them (0.79 ac against a typical 1.08 ac) and it is newer than 10% of them (1930 against a typical 1971). Measured against all of Plymouth County, it is worth more than 25% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 238 Washington St, Norwell, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 238 Washington St, Norwell, MA was $6,799. The county assessed it at $520,200.

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