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1 Fruit Street, Newburyport MA 01950

Newburyport, MA 01950
$1,700,000
Est. $9,048/month
5
Beds
3.5
Baths
4,504
Sq Ft
$377
Price/Sq Ft
0.13
Acres
1794
Year Built
2 Family - 2 Units Side by Side
Type
11
Days on Market
Closed Listed Sep 29, 2025 • MLS# 73406485

About this home

Own a piece of American history! This grand home was built in 1794 by iconic Newburyport merchant & largest landowner, Captain Moses Brown. After his rise in business, he became a shipbuilder, creating a renaissance in the rebuilding of the American Naval fleet after the American Revolution. This prominent address is a legal 2 family offering flexible living options while being a gathering place for family and friends! 1 1/2 Fruit has a private driveway plus its own fenced patio & yard. The two levels offer townhouse style living. The Main house offers period details throughout with a 1st floor formal living space. 2nd floor offers 3 bedrooms plus office. 3rd floor suite contains a 4th bedroom, living room, kitchen plus a full bath all with a private entrance. Beautiful original details & antique floors throughout. Move in as is, create shared family living or renovate into a grand single family. Options overflow here @ 1 Fruit Street! Custom design your dream home here in Newburyport!

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $1,750,000
Final Sale Price: $1,700,000
Difference: $50,000 (-2.9%)
Performance Metrics
97.1%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
11
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $389
Sale $/sq ft: $377
This property sold for $377 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 2.9% below the original asking price.

With only 11 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Facts & Features

Property Overview

Property Type
2 Family - 2 Units Side by Side
Property Category
Residential Income
Year Built
1794
Bedrooms
5
Full Bathrooms
3
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
4,504 sq ft
Total Rooms
15
Stories
5
Levels
5

Interior Features

Flooring
Wood, Hardwood
Heating
Steam, Natural Gas, Forced Air, Oil
Has Heating
Yes
Cooling
Window Unit(s)
Has Cooling
Yes
Fireplace Features
Wood Burning
Has Fireplace
Yes
Number of Fireplaces
9
Appliances
Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features
Stone/Granite/Solid Counters, Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Office/Den
Laundry Features
Washer Hookup
Basement Details
Full, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Dirt Floor, Concrete, Unfinished
Window Features
Storm Window(s)

Exterior & Structure

Construction Materials
Post & Beam
Roof
Shingle, Rubber
Foundation
Stone
Exterior Features
Rain Gutters
Patio/Porch Features
Deck - Wood, Patio - Enclosed
Fencing
Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Has Spa
No
Waterfront Features
Ocean, Beach Ownership(Public)
Waterfront Property
No

Lot & Land

Lot Size
0.13 acres
Lot Size
5,700 sq ft
Lot Size Area
0.1300
Lot Features
Corner Lot, Level
Frontage Length
90 ft
Road Frontage Type
Public

Parking & Garage

Has Garage
No
Total Non-Garage Parking Spaces
3
Parking Features
Off Street, Stone/Gravel, Paved

Utilities & Systems

Utilities Available
for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, Washer Hookup
Water Source
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Electric
110 Volts, 100 Amp Service
Energy Efficient Features
Thermostat

Community & HOA

Community Features
Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Stable(s), Golf, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, T-Station
Senior Community
No

Financial & Tax Information

Annual Tax Amount
$17,305
Tax Year
2025
Tax Assessed Value
$1,806,400
Parcel Number
M:0015 B:0079 L:0000,2084984
Zoning
res

Additional Details

Year Built Source
Public Records
Year Built Details
Certified Historic,Renovated Since
Disclosures
Legal 2 Family, see Matterport 3D floor plan Buyer and Buyer’s agent to perform their own due diligence. Seller and listing agent make no warranties or representations.
Listing Terms
Estate Sale

Location

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Neighborhood

1 Fruit Street, Newburyport MA 01950

Newburyport, MA 01950

Walkability

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Schools

Elementary School
Newburyport
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Middle School
Newburyport
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High School
Newburyport
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Estimated Monthly Payment $0

Payment Breakdown

Principal & Interest $0
Property Tax $1,442
Homeowners Insurance $200
PMI $0

Property History

Market Insights

2.9%
Price Range
83
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

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Sold
Sep 17, 2025
$1,700,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 83
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Listed for Sale
Jul 18, 2025
$1,750,000
Original listing
Agent: Robert Bentley Office: RE/MAX Bentley's

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Jul 18, 2025 New Listing Added $1,750,000 —

Market Statistics

Days on Market
11 days
Price per Sq Ft
$377

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $17,305 $1,806,400

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$17,305
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$1,806,400

Listing Information

Listing Agent Robert Bentley
Listing Office RE/MAX Bentley's
Agent MLS ID C9501230
Office MLS ID AN8279

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