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290 East Street

Westwood, MA 02090  ·  Listing #73484143

$849,900  ·  5 Bedrooms  ·  1 full, 1 partial Bathrooms  ·  1,419 Sq Ft  ·  House

List Price
$849,900
Status
Active
Bedrooms
5
Bathrooms
1 full, 1 partial
Square Feet
1,419
Type
House
Neighborhood
Islington
Listing #
73484143

290 East Street

About This Property

An inviting opportunity to own a slice of Westwood! Great condo alternative! Charming Cape-style home set on a private half-acre lot in desirable Islington. A commuter’s dream just minutes to the train, major highways, Islington Village, Norfolk Country Club, and Downey Elementary, with sidewalks leading to all. This welcoming 5-bedroom home offers a flexible floor plan ideal for today’s lifestyle, featuring bright living and dining areas with hardwood floors, a modern kitchen with quartz countertops and recessed lighting, and a first-floor bedroom perfect for guests or a home office. Upstairs offers additional bedrooms and half bath. Unfinished walk-out lower level and unfinished second-floor space provide exciting expansion potential. Enjoy a peaceful private yard surrounded by nature, plus a detached 2-car garage and ample parking.

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A commuter’s dream just minutes to the train, major highways, Islington Village, Norfolk Country Club, and Downey Elementary — walk the whole home from anywhere.

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The Lifestyle

Life in Islington

Tucked into one of Westwood’s most walkable pockets, 290 East Street pairs a quiet, tree-lined half-acre with a true walk-to-everything location. Sidewalks lead toward Islington Village’s shops and cafés, the commuter rail is minutes away for an easy ride toward Boston, and Downey Elementary, Norfolk Country Club, and Routes 95 and 128 are all close at hand — the rare home that feels tucked into nature yet keeps the whole town within easy reach.

Islington Station — MBTA commuter rail Islington Village — shops & dining Norfolk Country Club Downey Elementary Routes 95 / 128

Property Features

Details & Specifications

Location Information

County
Norfolk
Neighborhood
Islington
MLS Area
Islington
Latitude
42.220107
Longitude
-71.178758
Directions
Hwy 95 or Washington Street to East St. (near the corner of smith drive) sidewalk side of East St.

Interior Features

Total Rooms
7
Master Bathroom
No
Number of Full Bathrooms
1
1/2 Baths
1
Has Fireplace
No
Number of Fireplaces
0
Heating
Natural Gas, Wood Stove
Heating Zones
1
Has Basement
Yes
Basement Description
Full, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Sump Pump, Unfinished
Kitchen Description
Main, First, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Dining Area, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Recessed Lighting
Dining Room Description
Main, First, Flooring - Wood, Recessed Lighting
Living Room Description
Main, First, Flooring - Wood, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting
Family Room Description
Recessed Lighting
Master Bedroom
First, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
Laundry Description
In Basement

Exterior Features

Style
Cape
Construction
Frame
Foundation
Concrete Perimeter
Roof
Shingle
Exterior
Porch, Rain Gutters
Has Garage
Yes
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Spaces
8
Parking Description
Detached, Garage Faces Side, Off Street, Tandem, Paved
Lot Description
Wooded, Gentle Sloping, Level
Lot Size in Acres
0.5
Lot Size in Sq. Ft.
21,949
Building Total Area (Sq. Ft.)
1,419
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Electric
Circuit Breakers
Utilities
For Gas Range
Road Description
Public
Zoning
RES

Price & Tax History

Listing & Ownership Timeline

  • Jun 2026Listed for sale · DeWolfe Living, Gibson Sotheby’s$849,900
  • Prior saleConnects to MLS & public records
  • AssessmentConnects to Town of Westwood assessor

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Estimated annual property tax

$9,349

Estimated at ~1.1% of list price. Actual figure via the Town of Westwood assessor; adjustable in the payment calculator below.

Location & Financing

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Neighborhood

Location Intelligence

34
Walk Score®
Car-Dependent — most errands require a car.
42
Transit Score
Islington commuter-rail station nearby.
38
Bike Score
Somewhat bikeable, sidewalks throughout.

Commuter rail: Islington Station (MBTA Franklin / Foxboro Line) — the home is marketed as “just minutes to the train.”

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Assigned & Nearby Schools

9/10
Downey Elementary School
Westwood Public Schools · among the top-ranked elementary schools in MA
Grades K–5
9/10
E.W. Thurston Middle School
Top 20% in Massachusetts
Grades 6–8
9/10
Westwood High School
#23 best public high school in MA (Niche) · ~98% graduation rate
Grades 9–12

School names and standings reflect Westwood Public Schools and public rankings (SchoolDigger, Niche). Live GreatSchools ratings and assigned-school boundaries connect via the GreatSchools API.

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Tammy DeWolfe — DeWolfe Living

Tammy DeWolfe

DeWolfe Living · Gibson Sotheby’s International Realty

Serving Westwood, Norwood, Dover, Sharon, Walpole, and Dedham with Gibson Sotheby’s International Realty.

781.248.1534 tammy.dewolfe@gibsonsir.com 680 High Street, Westwood MA 02090
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What Clients Say

“Tammy made selling our home effortless — responsive, honest, and a true professional start to finish.”

— Sample review · Westwood, MA

“She knows this market cold. Priced it right, marketed it beautifully, and we were under agreement fast.”

— Sample review · Islington, MA

“Calm, clear, and always a step ahead. We felt looked after through every part of the process.”

— Sample review · Norwood, MA

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