Westwood, Massachusetts, located in Norfolk County less than an hour from Boston, was originally settled in 1641 and since then has continued to develop into the prosperous bedroom community it is today. Westwood offers quiet, serene neighborhoods filled with neat Cape style houses, beautiful colonials, and mid-century traditional homes. Many of the homes you'll find in Westwood have been fully renovated and include all the latest appliances and accessories, and a number of new developments in the Westwood area offer stunning contemporary homes with upscale amenities and features. Westwood is home to approximately 15,000 full-time residents, the majority of whom commute from the city on one of the Westwood's two convenient rail stations. Westwood itself is a picturesque example of a small New England town with historic churches, graveyards, tree-lined streets, and a beautiful central town hall. Houses range from small starter cottages to large, sweeping estates, with many properties abutting Hale Reservation, a 1,137-acre parcel of preserved woodlands. Lots are large and afford home owners the privacy and tranquility of country living with the added benefit of a vibrant small-town community. Don't hesitate to sign up for an open house in Westwood today, and discover for yourself this jewel of New England-style living, just outside of the city.