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Single Family ResidenceResidential
$1,465,500$450 / 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 95How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $865,000 on Oct 28, 2008

197 RIVERSIDE DR

NORWELL, MA 02061
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
3,256 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.
1.56 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1968
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$1.5M
$1.4M low$1.5M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$865,000 · Oct 28, 2008
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$1,465,500
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$1,172,400

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$17,442 (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.$1,334,500 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$539,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$794,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,325,915

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.Colonial
CountyPLYMOUTH
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.56
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Tennis court

Transaction History(2)

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.

M
Norwell Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.1 mi
H
Norwell High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.8 mi
E
William G VinalA
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.9 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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

197 Riverside Dr 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 more than 94% of homes in Plymouth County
  • Costs more per square foot than 69% of homes in Plymouth County
  • Bigger than 92% of homes in Plymouth County
  • Has a bigger lot than 88% of 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.

This home
$523K$2.4M

This home is worth more than 78% 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$1,465,500
CheaperTypical $1,038,729Pricier

Pricier than 78% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$450
CheaperTypical $466Pricier

Pricier than 42% of homes nearby

Living area3,256 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,312 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 79% of homes nearby

Lot size1.56 ac
SmallerTypical 1.08 acBigger

Bigger than 71% of homes nearby

Year built1968
OlderTypical 1971Newer

Newer than 45% of homes nearby

How 197 Riverside Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNorwell 02061Plymouth County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,465,50078% of homes94% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$45042% of homes69% of homes
Living areabigger than3,256 ft²79% of homes92% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.56 ac71% of homes88% of homes
Year builtnewer than196845% of homes49% of homes

About 197 Riverside Dr

How much is 197 Riverside Dr, Norwell, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 197 Riverside Dr, Norwell, MA is $1,465,500 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $1,390,209 to $1,540,791. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 197 Riverside Dr, Norwell, MA last sell?

197 Riverside Dr, Norwell, MA last sold on Oct 28, 2008 for $865,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 197 Riverside Dr, Norwell, MA?

197 Riverside Dr, Norwell, MA has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 3,256 square feet of living space and a 1.56-acre lot.

When was 197 Riverside Dr, Norwell, MA built?

197 Riverside Dr, Norwell, MA was built in 1968, making it 58 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 197 Riverside Dr, Norwell, MA?

197 Riverside Dr, Norwell, MA is assigned to Norwell Middle School (middle), rated A-; Norwell High School (high), rated A+; William G Vinal (elementary), rated A. All sit in Norwell School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 197 Riverside Dr, Norwell, MA compare to other homes in Norwell 02061?

Among the 3,714 homes in Norwell 02061, it is worth more than 78% of them ($1,465,500 against a typical $1,038,729), its price per square foot is higher than 42% of them ($450 against a typical $466), it is bigger than 79% of them (3,256 ft² against a typical 2,312 ft²), its lot is bigger than 71% of them (1.56 ac against a typical 1.08 ac) and it is newer than 45% of them (1968 against a typical 1971). Measured against all of Plymouth County, it is worth more than 94% 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 197 Riverside Dr, Norwell, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 197 Riverside Dr, Norwell, MA was $17,442. The county assessed it at $1,334,500.

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