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$574,174$420 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $375,000 on Mar 12, 2020

272 HIGH ST

NORWELL, MA 02061
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,366 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.
5.2 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1840
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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

$574K
$538K low$610K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$375,000 · Mar 12, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,190 (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.$626,600 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$396,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$230,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$584,630

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.14 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.Historical
CountyPLYMOUTH
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.5.20
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(11)

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

Foreclosure Filings(1)

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 · 0.9 mi
H
Norwell High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.6 mi
M
Norwell Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.6 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

272 High 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 95% of homes in Norwell 02061
  • Costs less per square foot than 68% of homes in Norwell 02061
  • Smaller than 89% of homes in Norwell 02061
  • Has a bigger lot than 98% of homes in Plymouth County
  • Among the oldest homes in Plymouth County

What homes are worth in Norwell 02061

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

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$504K$2.4M

This home is worth more than 5% 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$574,174
CheaperTypical $1,043,900Pricier

Pricier than 5% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$420
CheaperTypical $462Pricier

Pricier than 32% of homes nearby

Living area1,366 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,312 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 11% of homes nearby

Lot size5.2 ac
SmallerTypical 1.07 acBigger

Bigger than 95% of homes nearby

Year built1840
OlderTypical 1971Newer

Newer than 4% of homes nearby

How 272 High St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNorwell 02061Plymouth County
Estimated valuepricier than$574,1745% of homes40% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$42032% of homes61% of homes
Living areabigger than1,366 ft²11% of homes30% of homes
Lot sizebigger than5.2 ac95% of homes98% of homes
Year builtnewer than18404% of homesalmost no homes

About 272 High St

How much is 272 High St, Norwell, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 272 High St, Norwell, MA is $574,174 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $538,207 to $610,141. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 272 High St, Norwell, MA last sell?

272 High St, Norwell, MA last sold on Mar 12, 2020 for $375,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 6 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 272 High St, Norwell, MA?

272 High St, Norwell, MA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,366 square feet of living space and a 5.20-acre lot.

When was 272 High St, Norwell, MA built?

272 High St, Norwell, MA was built in 1840, making it 186 years old. It is a historical home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 272 High St, Norwell, MA?

272 High 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 272 High St, Norwell, MA compare to other homes in Norwell 02061?

Among the 3,714 homes in Norwell 02061, it is worth more than 5% of them ($574,174 against a typical $1,043,900), its price per square foot is higher than 32% of them ($420 against a typical $462), it is bigger than 11% of them (1,366 ft² against a typical 2,312 ft²), its lot is bigger than 95% of them (5.2 ac against a typical 1.07 ac) and it is newer than 4% of them (1840 against a typical 1971). Measured against all of Plymouth County, it is worth more than 40% 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 272 High St, Norwell, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 272 High St, Norwell, MA was $8,190. The county assessed it at $626,600.

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