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Last Sold Price
3 beds1,560 sqft$379/sqft
79 Bird Rd, Norwood, MA 02062
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.45 acresLot Size
1940Year Built
$379/sq ftPrice per sq ft
4 carsParking Spaces

Description

Multiple offer scenario. NO FURTHER SHOWINGS (8.3.20) Looking for the perfect retreat to call home? You’ve found it in the charming, sun-splashed property at 79 Bird Road surrounded by a private, tree-lined yard nearly half an acre large. Inside this 3BR 2BA enjoy the spacious sunroom, open floor plan living and dining area with many updates throughout. The owners have made substantial updates in the last few years including high-efficiency heating/hot water system, insulation, new wood floors in...Multiple offer scenario. NO FURTHER SHOWINGS (8.3.20) Looking for the perfect retreat to call home? You’ve found it in the charming, sun-splashed property at 79 Bird Road surrounded by a private, tree-lined yard nearly half an acre large. Inside this 3BR 2BA enjoy the spacious sunroom, open floor plan living and dining area with many updates throughout. The owners have made substantial updates in the last few years including high-efficiency heating/hot water system, insulation, new wood floors in the kitchen and dining areas, new granite countertops, and new Anderson windows in the bedrooms and living room to name just a few. With convenient highway and MBTA Commuter Rail access, this location is ideal for commuters and adventurers alike.

Listing Agents

  1. Josh Brett

    Josh Brett

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

    P: (617) 543-4185

    M: (617) 543-4185

  • Listed by: Nextdoor Realty Team • Compass
  • Listed by: Susan Scheele • Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Listing closed: 09/17/2020 12:00 AM • Source: MLS PIN, MLS#: 72699498

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$670,000

Avg days on market

23

Sale-to-list ratio

98.9%

Norwood, MA

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Location

Listing Courtesy of Compass, Josh Brett; Compass, Nextdoor Realty Team; Gibson Sotheby's International Realty, Susan Scheele

Sold By Lamacchia Realty, Inc., Chris Dudzic

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Property Information for 79 Bird Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $5,026 / year
  • MLS Type: Single Family / Detached
  • Town: Norwood
  • Area: MA-Norwood
  • Architectural Style: Cape
  • Style: Garden, Cape
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Parking Spaces Total: 4
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1940
  • Lot Size: 0.45 AC / 19,794 SF
General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Highway Access, T-Station
  • Current Financing: Conv. Fixed
  • Living Area: 1560.0
  • Color: White
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater, Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement Features: Full, Walk Out, Concrete Floor, Unfinished Basement
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 2
  • Num of Half Baths: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • FireplaceFeatures: Living Room
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Wood, Tile, Carpet, Flooring - Wood
  • Interior Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Office, Sun Room
  • Interior Features: Window AC
  • Laundry Features: Bathroom - Full, Main Level, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, First Floor
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • SpaYN: No
  • Window Features: Window(s) - Picture, Insulated Windows
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Storage Shed, Garden, Other (See Remarks)
  • Exterior Features: Storage Shed, Garden Area, Other (See Remarks)
  • Lot Description: Gentle Sloping
  • Roof Material: Shingle
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 1.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Attached, Under, Paved Drive, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Under, Paved Drive, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Features: Off-Street, Paved Driveway
Utilities
  • Cooling: Window AC
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: 100 Amp Service
  • Green Energy Efficient: Thermostat
  • Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 143.0
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Closet,Flooring - Wood,Lighting - Overhead
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 11.0
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Main, First Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 13.0
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 195.0
  • Bedroom2 Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Bedroom2 Length: 13.0
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom2 Width: 15.0
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Area: 140.0
  • Bedroom3 Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Bedroom3 Length: 10.0
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom3 Width: 14.0
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Area: 44.0
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Shower Stall,Closet - Linen,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Dryer Hookup - Electric,Washer Hookup,Lighting - Sconce
  • Bathroom1 Length: 11.0
  • Bathroom1 Level: Main,First
  • Bathroom1 Width: 4.0
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Area: 104.0
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Dryer Hookup - Electric,Washer Hookup
  • Bathroom2 Length: 8.0
  • Bathroom2 Level: Main,First
  • Bathroom2 Width: 13.0
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 171.0
  • Dining Room Features: Flooring - Wood,Window(s) - Picture,Open Floorplan,Lighting - Overhead
  • Dining Room Length: 19.0
  • Dining Room Level: Main,First
  • Dining Room Width: 9.0
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 108.0
  • Kitchen Features: Beamed Ceilings,Flooring - Wood,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Countertops - Upgraded,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Stainless Steel Appliances,Gas Stove,Lighting - Overhead,Half Vaulted Ceiling(s)
  • Kitchen Length: 9.0
  • Kitchen Level: Main,First
  • Kitchen Width: 12.0
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 169.0
  • Room Living Room Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Wood,Open Floorplan
  • Room Living Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Living Room Level: Main,First
  • Room Living Room Width: 13.0
Other Room 1
  • Room Office Area: 90.0
  • Room Office Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Wood
  • Room Office Length: 10.0
  • Room Office Level: Main
  • Room Office Width: 9.0
Property Information
Property Info
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Disclosures: 0.45 acre lot has a deed restriction stating it cannot be subdivided. Please view 3D tour prior to visiting the house:. See attached Feature & Updates List for FAQ's.
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: M:00014 B:00013 L:0032C,160621
  • Assessments: $447,300
  • Book: 34964
  • Tax Year: 2020
  • Zoning: RES
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 3
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No
Market and Agent Information
Sale Info
  • Buyer Broker Comp: 2.5%
  • Other Agent Compensation: 1%

Property History for 79 Bird Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 17, 2020

Sold

MLS PIN #72699498

$592,000
Aug 3, 2020

Contingent

MLS PIN #72699498

Jul 28, 2020

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #72699498

$549,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/17/2020

Sold

MLS PIN #72699498

$592,000
08/03/2020

Contingent

MLS PIN #72699498

07/28/2020

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #72699498

$549,000

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 79 Bird Road

Taxable ValueLand$312,700Additions$282,800Total$595,500
Tax Record2025$6,265 ($522 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,596 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,596 SqFtStories1Lot Size19,794 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1940CountyNORFOLKAPNNORW M:00014 B:00013 L:0032C

Schools near 79 Bird Road

This home is within Norwood School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - 1 to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 1 to 5
Rating
School
Distance
John P. Oldham Elementary School
Public1 to 5

Dr. Philip O. Coakley Middle School
Public6 to 8

Norwood High School
Public9 to 12

Callahan Elementary School
Public1 to 5

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 79 Bird Road, Norwood, MA 02062
$592,000
3
1,560
19,794
$40,000
3
1,008
6,079
$260,000
2
972
6,006
3
1,822
6,134
$399,000
2
1,068
6,026
4
2
1,804
25,850

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