Rarely available multi-family in Norwell! With its beautiful curb appeal and one of Norwell's loveliest settings, 448 River Street has long been a home people admire as they pass by. Set behind stone walls on one of Norwell’s most beautiful roads, this three-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bath antique Cape sits on a large, level lot alongside a detached one-bedroom, one-bath apartment and truly majestic 2-story barn. Together, they offer room for guests, extended family, rental income, hobbies and whatever comes next. Inside the main home, rich wide-pine floors, beautiful built-ins and fireplaces create a warm sense of character. Gather around the impressive hearth fireplace in the spacious family room, host dinner in the formal dining room or relax in the inviting front sitting room. A charming butler’s pantry connects the dining room to the first-floor living spaces. The sunlit kitchen features an island and Marvin Integrity windows overlooking the grounds, while a large deck off the back of the house offers space to enjoy the outdoors. The first-floor primary suite looks out to the backyard and includes a sparkling, renovated full bath. Upstairs, two bedrooms, a full bath and laundry complete the main home. Bring your vision to the remaining spaces while preserving the details that make this home special. A whole-house generator offers peace of mind, and a new four-bedroom, Title 5-approved septic system will be installed. The detached 2-story apartment includes its own kitchen, full bath and laundry, with a history of rental use—ideal for guests, extended family or additional income. The majestic barn offers garage space, stalls and storage below, with second-floor potential for an office, studio or creative retreat. Enjoy a setting that feels worlds away, yet is close to Norwell’s top-rated schools, the North River, walking trails, routes into Boston and the coast. With its memorable setting, beautiful details and exceptional versatility, 448 River Street is ready for its next chapter.
| Units | 2 |
| Living area | 2,877 sqft |
| Lot size | 56,628 sqft |
| Year built | 1746 |
| Price / sqft | $400 |
| County | Plymouth |
| MLS # | 73589248 |
| Days on market | 17 days |
| Listed on | September 23, 2026 |
| Annual property tax | $17,045 |
| Tax year | 2026 |
| Assessed value | $1,328,500 |
| Zoning | RES |
| Total actual rent | $0/mo |
| Stories | 4 |
| Total rooms | 10 |
| Lot size | 1.3 acres |
| Garage spaces | 2 |
| Parking spaces | 12 |
| Basement | Full |
| Foundation | Block, Slab |
| Roof | Shingle, Wood |
| Construction | Frame, Post & Beam |
| Heating | Hot Water, Natural Gas, Electric |
| Cooling | Window Unit(s), None |
| Sewer | Private Sewer |
| Water | Public |
| Appliances | Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer |
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It is a 2-unit multi-family property with 2,877 sqft of living area, built in 1746.
448 River Street, Norwell MA 02061 has been listed for 17 days (since September 23, 2026).
At a list price of $1,150,000 across 2 units, that works out to roughly $575,000 per unit.
Annual property taxes are $17,045 (2026), on an assessed value of $1,328,500.
At $1,150,000 for 2,877 sqft, that's about $400 per square foot.
2 garage spaces and 12 total parking spaces.
448 River Street, Norwell MA 02061 is in Norwell, Plymouth County, MA 02061.

Justin Rollo is a Broker Associate with Signal Real Estate (MA Lic. #9534264) and a lifelong Massachusetts resident. Over 14 years and hundreds of transactions, he has worked investment properties — multi-families and house-hacking — across Greater Boston full-time. Away from real estate, Justin is a proud dad, youth coach and local school-committee member — and a former professional poker player who still loves golf and following local sports.