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Listing broker remarks

Unique opportunity in desirable Norwood! This versatile property offers exceptional potential for investors, owner-occupants, medical professionals, or entrepreneurs seeking a live/work setup. With a special permit conveying with the land, this property was formerly used as a chiropractic office and may be utilized as a single-family residence and/or professional office space. Potential uses include physicians, dentists, attorneys, architects, engineers, real estate or insurance offices, childcare services, teaching studios, beauty services, and more. The property features 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, handicap accessibility, multiple office/exam rooms, plus 3 additional office spaces in the basement. A special parking variance allows for 12 parking spaces. Located on Route 1A with excellent visibility and easy access to major routes, shopping, dining, and commuter options, including the MBTA just 0.5 miles away. Sold as-is.— NextHome Signature Realty

Key details

  • 2,090 sq ft
  • 14,600 lot sq ft
  • 3 beds
  • 1.5 baths
  • 1916 built
  • $310 / sq ft
  • $13,719 2026 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠3⁠8⁠2⁠1⁠2⁠
Last updated
Address
521 Walpole St
Town
Norwood, MA
ZIP
02062
Deed (Bk/Pg)
12556 / 122

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Neighborhood: Norwood

National Historic Landmark

Federally designated as nationally significant — the highest U.S. historic recognition. Section 106 review applies to federal undertakings affecting the property.

National Register

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Owners may qualify for the 20% federal Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit on certified rehabilitation work.

State Register

Listed on the Massachusetts State Register of Historic Places.

Local Historic District

Inside a Local Historic District. Exterior changes visible from a public way require approval from the local historic district commission.

Local Landmark

Individually designated by the town as a local landmark. Exterior alterations require commission approval.

MACRIS Inventory

Documented in MACRIS, the state historic inventory. Informational only — no regulatory constraints.

Article 85 (Boston)

Subject to Boston Article 85 demolition-delay review, which can pause demolition of buildings 50+ years old for up to 90 days.

Ch. 91 Waterways License

An active MassDEP permit for a dock, pier, seawall, or other structure on or over a Massachusetts waterway. Many older licenses are not digitized; this record is provided for reference only.

Massachusetts Great Pond

A Great Pond under M.G.L. Ch. 91 — the Commonwealth retains public rights to fish and navigate these state-designated waters. Private docks and other waterfront structures require a Waterways License from MassDEP.

Likely Great Pond

The MLS listing describes this property as being on a Great Pond, which would be a state-designated water body under M.G.L. Ch. 91. GIS data did not independently confirm the pond name — verification needed.