Hwy 95 or Washington Street to East St. (near the corner of smith drive) sidewalk side of East St.
Home type
Single Family Residence
Interior living area
1,419 sqft
Year built
1954
Lot size
21,949 sqft (about 0.50 acres)
Parking spaces
8
Price per sqft
$564/sqft
About this home
Westwood living for $799,900! Discover the space, flexibility and outdoor setting of this charming Cape in Islington. Set on approximately half an acre, 290 East Street offers an inviting opportunity to own a single-family home with a private yard and detached two-car garage, all within reach of village conveniences and commuter routes. The living and dining areas feature wood floors and recessed lighting, creating a welcoming setting for everyday living and entertaining. The updated kitchen offers quartz countertops, tile flooring and a dining area, with room to gather over morning coffee or prepare your meal. Five bedrooms provide options for sleeping, working from home, hobbies or guests. A first-floor bedroom and full bath offer convenient main-level accommodations, while additional upstairs bedrooms and a half bath add flexibility. With approximately 1,419 square feet of finished living area, this home makes thoughtful use of its space. An unfinished walk-out lower level and additional unfinished second-floor space invite you to explore future possibilities, subject to required permits and approvals; these areas are not included in the stated living area. Outside, a wooded backdrop creates a peaceful setting for relaxing, gardening or enjoying time outdoors. The detached two-car garage adds storage and parking options, complemented by a paved driveway with ample off-street parking. Natural gas heat and hot water, town water and town sewer round out the practical features. Located on the sidewalk side of East Street, the home offers convenient access to Islington Village, shopping, dining, the commuter rail, major highways and Downey Elementary School. Enjoy the independence of a single-family home, the convenience of an established neighborhood and the opportunity to make the space your own. If Westwood is on your wish list and your budget is under $1 million, take a closer look at 290 East Street. Schedule your showing and see how this Cape could work for you!
Listed by Tammy Motsick DeWolfe · Gibson Sotheby's International Realty MLS PIN #73588499 · Updated 10/29/2026, 12:43:00 PM ET
Bathroom - Full · Bathroom - With Tub & Shower · Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Bathroom 2
Level
Second
Features
Bathroom - Half · Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Construction & condition
Year built
1954
Year built source
Public Records
Year built details
Actual
Architectural style
Cape
Construction materials
Frame
Foundation
Concrete Perimeter
Roof
Shingle
Attached property
No
Home warranty
No
Insulation
Full
Exterior color
Sangria
Accessory dwelling unit
N
Garage & parking
Total parking spaces
8
Parking features
Detached · Garage Faces Side · Off Street · Tandem · Paved
Garage
Yes
Garage spaces
2
Attached garage
No
Covered spaces
2
Carport
No
Open parking
Yes
Open parking spaces
6
Lot & outdoor features
Lot area
21,949 sqft (about 0.50 acres)
Lot size
0.5 acres
Reported lot area
0.5
Lot size units
Acres
Lot features
Wooded · Gentle Sloping · Level
Exterior features
Porch · Rain Gutters
Patio & porch
Porch
Spa
No
Waterfront
No
Beachfront
No
Utilities & infrastructure
Water source
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Utilities
for Gas Range
Road frontage
Public
Road surface
Paved
Road responsibility
Public Maintained Road
HOA & community
Homeowners association
No
Community features
Public Transportation · Shopping · Pool · Tennis Court(s) · Park · Walk/Jog Trails · Golf · Medical Facility · Conservation Area · Highway Access · House of Worship · Private School · Public School · Sidewalks
Subdivision
Islington
Senior community
No
Taxes & property records
Annual property tax
$9,452
Tax year
2025
Assessed value
$738,400
Parcel number
301842
Zoning
RES
Registry book
1419
Registry page
0000
Location & listed schools
City
Westwood
County
Norfolk
State
MA
ZIP code
02090
MLS area
Islington
Listed elementary school
Downey
Listed middle school
Thurston
Listed high school
Westwood High
Directions
Hwy 95 or Washington Street to East St. (near the corner of smith drive) sidewalk side of East St.
Listing & disclosures
MLS number
73588499
Listing date
2026-10-08
Original entry date
2026-10-08
Status changed
2026-10-29
Listing modified
2026-10-29
Original list price
$849,900
Current list price
$799,900
List price per sqft
$563.71
Days on market
21
Property market time
416
Disclosures
Property has been pending twice but no inspections performed. Seller can close in 30-45 days Several photo have been AI enhanced for your inspiration!.
Disclosure indicator
N
Lead paint
Unknown
UFFI
Unknown
Exclusions
Removal Of Al Personal Belongings In House And Garage.
Price & tax details
Current asking price$799,900
Original asking price$849,900
Listed on2026-10-08
Days on market21
Tax record supplied by MLS
Year
Property tax
Assessed value
2025
$9,452
$738,400
These records are supplied by the current listing. Assessed value is not market value; confirm taxes with the local assessor.
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SCHOOLS & EDUCATION
Schools & performance
2026 MA DESE
School names, grades and state-reported measures are listed below.
Schools named in the listing
99DESE percentile
MLS-listed elementary
Downey
Grades K · 1 · 2 · 3 · 4 · 5
Progress toward targets 93%
—DESE percentile
MLS-listed middle
Thurston
School name supplied by the listing; confirm with the district.
96DESE percentile
MLS-listed high school
Westwood High
Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12
Progress toward targets 70%
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