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The earliest European settlers of what eventually became the Town of Norwood arrived from Dedham in the late 17th century. The attraction was the swift moving Neponset River in present day South Norwood near the East Walpole line. The Neponset River was to become the driving force for the Town's development throughout the next two centuries. Known officially as the second parish of Dedham, most inhabitants referred to their village by its Indian name, Tiot. The population grew through the 18th century, and names such as Tiot, Morse Village, and Ellis distinguished the various population centers within South Dedham.
On February 13, 1872 Norwood became a town of Norfolk County when the Act of Incorporation was approved by the General Court. At that time, 1,825 people, almost exclusively Anglo/Saxon Protestant, lived within its area of 10.48 square miles. Spurred by its status as a separate town, Norwood was launched into a growth pattern.
Between the years 1872 and 1922, industry replaced agriculture as the economic base of the community. Many of Norwood's industries were world-famous for their products. Several of these old industries have since dissolved or moved out but others have survived and prospered. Attracted by the rise of new industry, various foreign-born people moved into the Town and the population increased to over 12,600. The influx and assimilation of immigrants has placed Norwood among the most culturally diverse towns of its size and type in New England.
Economic and physical expansion culminated in the "Town Manager" for of government in 1914 as a more effective way to administer the growing town. Industrial development continued in Norwood through the mid-20th century. After World War II a gradual shift to high tech occurred in Norwood.
Major corporations have found Norwood's proximity to Boston and access to major east coast population centers to be attractive for business. The Town is now considered one of the more important manufacturing, suburban-residential, and wholesale and retail trade centers south of Boston.
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School System Info
MCAS Ranking (of 351 towns) in State:
10th Grade Math: |
91 |
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10th Grade Eng: |
74 |
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8th Grade Math: |
95 |
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8th Grade Eng: |
85 |
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8th Grade Science: |
118 |
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4th Grade Math: |
106 |
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4th Grade Eng: |
132 |
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Spending/Student:
$8,004
Average SAT scores:
1537
Student/Teacher Ratios:
12.7 to 1
Community
Population:28,172 Median Income in town: $75,010 Population Density: (people per square mile)
Crime Rate (per 1000 residents):
Property: 15.5 / 1,000
Violent: 1.8 / 1,000
Real Estate
Number of active:
Singles/Condos/Multis:
56
/ 29
/ 5
Median home price this year: N/A Median home price last year: $345,000
Median home price 5 yrs ago: $385,000
% change since last year: N/A
% change since 5 years ago: -12%
Avg single family tax bill:
$3,081
Transportation
Rail info: (T stops, commuter rail stops)
N/A
Subway info:
N/A
Bus lines:
N/A
Miles to Boston:
23
Drive time to Boston (minutes):
33
Rail time to Boston:
N/A
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RECENT LISTING
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$259,900
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Mint move in condition and priced to sell, highly desirable town house condo in Summit Place. Features include two bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths, new carpeting, sunken living room with wood burning fireplace and french doors opening to private, enclosed patio, large dining area, spacious closets, laundry in unit, and two deeded parking spaces. Conveniently located near commuter rail, shopping and all major roads. Showings begin at open house Sunday, June 3, 2012 11:00am - 1:00pm.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$419,000
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Lovely one-level Ranch home located in great neighborhood on large lot. 3BR, 3Bath, updated kitchen, hardwood floors. Large living room creates great floor plan flow. Attached 2-car garage, newer windows, inground swimming pool - a really well-maintained property! Two large finished rooms in basement perfect for extra bedroom, home office, family room, and workout area. Lots of outdoor nooks including sliders off master BR to small deck, cozy front porch, and patio.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$329,900
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This Adorable nicely maintained home comes with a beautiful open floor plan concept. Harwood Floors throughout. Tiled Kitchen and first Floor Master bedroom. Heated 3 Seasons room. Most of the updating has been done. Move in Ready.. located within minutes of Schools, shopping, and major routes. Walking distance to downtown. Aluminum siding and vinyl replacement windows offer maintance free exterior. Fenced yard in quiet family neighbohood.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$279,900
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Beautiful updated condo in popular Summit Place. Convenient location near commuter rail, shopping, major roads and More! This townhouse features; fenced in patio area, hardwood floors throughout first floor and granite counter tops in kitchen! Fireplace in family room with french doors to patio. Updates in the last few years include; furnace-a/c, hot water tank, stainless steel dishwasher and range/micro. Freshly painted...this one won't last long. Complex is FHA approved!
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$329,000
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This sun drenched 2+ bedroom townhouse style condo features a spacious open floor plan w/2 levels of living! Gleaming hardwood floors throughout the main level, large cherry kitchen with granite & ss appliances, open dining/living room combination, master bedroom with sitting area & full bath. Expansive second level could be a 3rd bedroom or bonus room. Plenty of closets/storage, in-unit laundry and 2 entrances including private back entrance with mud room area. Priced 50k below assesment!!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$325,000
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Wonderful expanded ranch in desireable "Tree Street" neighborhood. Large kitchen and family room addition add much open space to the original home. Large deck off the kitchen overlooks a spacious level back yard. The home features 3/4 bedrooms, one bath, a one car garage with hardwoods in the three upstairs bedrooms and living room. Huge basement with bedroom and room for expansion.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$329,900
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Unique renovated cape featuring hardwood floors throughout, granite kitchen, breakfast bar, sunfilled dining and living rooms, spacious bedrooms and updated bathroom with wainscoting finish. This home boasts an oversized covered porch off kitchen with a sprawling custom mahogany wood deck perfect for entertaining overlooking a neatly lanscaped fenced in yard. So many updates, freshly painted interior, new doors, Harvey windows and much more. Close to everything, don't miss it!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$399,000
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Lots of room for the growing family in this spacious five bedroom colonial in desirable tree street area, featuring many updates,2 year new roof,(one layer) replacement windows(except one),steel liner and cap in fireplace,2004 furnace all new plumbing, updated baths,refinished hardwood floors, newly painted,and an amazing garden filled with all kinds of flowering plants,shrub, potting shed and cobblestone walkways. Corner lot, great location!
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$320,000
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$309,900
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Charming 3 bedroom cape in desirable neighborhood. Gleaming hardwood floors on first and second floor. Finished basement with built-in bar. Beautiful back yard! Large eat-in kitchen with new wood laminate floors. This home has it all and is ready to move right in! Great location, great house, great price!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$399,999
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Like new condition, built in 2004, beautiful kitchen with Birch Cabinets, gas stove, D+D and peninsular with stools and separate eat in area. Large living room and 1st floor full bath with shower. 3 generous size bedrooms up, full bath with tub and shower, 2nd floor laundry. All gleaming hardwood floors. Large dry unfinished basement, high ceilings, ready to expand, also has radon mitigation system and central A/C. Covered farmers porch out from and large trex deck out back. Fenced in yard.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$429,900
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'Westover Estates' Large multi level home in great location featuring an open floor plan on main level, lots of updates. 3 year old furnace, water heater and c/a. ,roof 6 years, replacement windows,hardwood floors just refinished, new back yard/tree removal/loam brought in and grass planted (3 years ago) Huge spectacular fenced in level yard on a corner lot.Very private overlooking wooded area, short distance to all the schools, A Gem!
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$319,900
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A rare opportunity to live on a tucked away street yet just a hop skip and jump to Norwood's vibrant center, this 3 bedroom colonial has great curb appeal. It features a large living room, formal dining room and eat in kitchen. Three season sun room off the dining room, Updated electric, Easy to finish basement with a one car garage under. Nice condition throughout It is an estate sale and being sold 'As Is'. * more photos to follow* **Open House Sunday 12-1:30**
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$599,000
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an 11 room contemporary house with 5 bdrms,4 full baths, teenage room on 3rd level,large finished lower level ,very large dining room off the kitchen. 2 car garage off a huge finished lower level could be a inlaw apt pictures this week
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$305,000
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Newly remodeled cape. Move-in ready. Fresh sanded oak flooring, updated cabinets, granite countertops, tile kitchen floor, dining and bathroom wainscot, new hardware, lighting and more. Large private yard. Walk to town, stores and high school.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$379,000
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Brand new construction by quality builder in quiet, family friendly location!! Spacious three bedroom, 1 & 1/2 bath colonial features beautiful, sunny kitchen with granite countertops, maple cabinets and SS appliances with slider opening onto backyard deck. Hardwood throughout first floor. Features first floor laundry, central air and attached two-car garage...generous closet space...private, level lot...conveniently located to all...
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$379,000
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Brand new construction by quality builder in quiet, family friendly location!! Spacious three bedroom, 1 & 1/2 bath unit features beautiful, sunny kitchen with granite countertops, maple cabinets and SS appliances with slider opening onto backyard deck. Hardwood throughout first floor. Features first floor laundry, central air and attached two-car garage...generous closet space...private, level lot...conveniently located to all...
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TYPE:
Land
PRICE:
$625,000
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WESTOVER AREA* Definitive Approved two lot subdivision abutting Ellis Pond and Conservation Land* A wonderful rustic setting with scenic views* Ideal for one or two luxury homes*Larger lot is 51,789 sq.ft. other lot is 17,417 sq.ft.* Larger lot may include tennis court* These are the remaining buildable lots in the Ellis Pond area* Approved subdivsion plans available.
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TYPE:
Single Family
PRICE:
$349,000
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Completely remodeled and updated four bedroom colonial reflects high-quality craftsmanship.. Gorgeous maple kitchen w/ granite countertops, SS appliances, two full baths, charming enclosed front porch, mudroom w/ first floor laundry, oversized living room, attached one-car garage, bright and spacious sunroom overlooks private backyard..Enjoy quiet neighborhood setting in convenient location.
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TYPE:
Condo
PRICE:
$349,000
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Completely remodeled and updated four bedroom unit reflects high-quality craftsmanship.. Gorgeous maple kitchen w/ granite countertops, SS appliances, two full baths, charming enclosed front porch, mudroom w/ first floor laundry, oversized living room, attached one-car garage, bright and spacious sunroom overlooks private backyard..Enjoy quiet neighborhood setting in convenient location.
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