Martin Cerel was the man behind Norwood Park, a housing development built at the base of Morse Hill in South Norwood at Alandale Parkway. Dozens of ads were run throughout … Continue reading Norwood Park-July 7, 1955
New Norwood Community, Westover, to Open Saturday-June 12, 1955
Welcome to the neighborhood! In June 1955, a major chapter in Norwood’s post-war suburban boom unfolded with the grand opening of Westover Estates. Designed by architects Compton and Pierce and built by the Jacet Construction Corporation, this planned community introduced stylish mid-century modern split-level and ranch homes featuring floor-to-ceiling fireplaces, all-electric Hotpoint kitchens, and ideal proximity to Willett Pond.
New Owners May Develop Westover As Separate Entity-This Day in Norwood History-June 22, 1954
June 22, 1954-New Owners May Develop Westover As Separate Entity
Papers Passed On 650 Acres Of Westover-This Day in Norwood History-June 13, 1954
June 13, 1954-The title was passed on 650 acres of the Westover property this week.
Westover Sold To Boston Group On $277,500 Bid-January 21, 1954
Local Group Topped After Tie Offer George Willett's preliminary plan for Westover Estates. After weeks of negotiations by opposing factions, marked by repeated hearings, conferences, and delays, Westover has at … Continue reading Westover Sold To Boston Group On $277,500 Bid-January 21, 1954
Hillshire Community Lures Prospective Buyers to Norwood-This Day in Norwood History-January 19, 1951
During the past week hundreds of prospective home seekers visited the model homes at Hillshire “Homes of Charm,” Greater Boston’s newest home community, located on a large tract in the … Continue reading Hillshire Community Lures Prospective Buyers to Norwood-This Day in Norwood History-January 19, 1951
Ellis Gardens-June 30, 1950
This ad for Ellis Gardens ran on June 30th, 1950. OWN YOUR OWN HOME THE MOST SENSATIONAL OFFER IN THE SMALL HOME-BUILDING FIELD IN ELLIS GARDENS, NORWOOD 4 and 5 … Continue reading Ellis Gardens-June 30, 1950
Ellis “Dust Bowl” Termed Menace to Health-This Day in Norwood History-June 13, 1950
Homeowners near Ellis Gardens pressed town officials for action as dust storms worsened, prompting a Board of Health review.
Norwood Veteran’s Housing Project Progressing-This Day in Norwood History-January 31, 1950
ON SCHEDULE—Work is progressing according to schedule on the Norwood Veterans Housing Project off Roosevelt avenue. Thirteen cellars have already been poured and excavations have been made for a score … Continue reading Norwood Veteran’s Housing Project Progressing-This Day in Norwood History-January 31, 1950
George Willett ’s Westover Dreams Near Fulfillment-This Day in Norwood History-January 29, 1948
Town Country Homes Spokesman Tells Selectmen Plans Are All Set George F. Willett's dream for the development of the Westover and Holmwood properties as a model ‘’garden village,” are about … Continue reading George Willett ’s Westover Dreams Near Fulfillment-This Day in Norwood History-January 29, 1948