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17 Federal St, Newburyport MA 01950

Newburyport, MA 01950
$3,750,000
Est. $20,967/month
6
Beds
3.5
Baths
5,876
Sq Ft
$638
Price/Sq Ft
0.17
Acres
1777
Year Built
3 hours 4 minutes
Time on Market
Active Listed Apr 30, 2026 • MLS# 73510346 Copied!

About this home

The William Pierce Johnson House (c.1777) is a rare and premier example of Georgian elegance in downtown Newburyport. Built during the city’s 18th-century maritime peak, this distinguished brick home reflects the craftsmanship of the Federal-era historic district. Meticulously restored, it blends period detail across 5,800+ sq ft, featuring 11 rooms, 6 bedrooms, 3.5+ baths, 8 fireplaces, and exceptional original millwork. A rare double-hanging staircase and elegant front-to-back parlors highlight its grand design, complemented by soaring ceilings, oversized windows, and preserved hardware, moldings, and paneling. Part of the iconic Federal Street corridor, this award-winning home represents the pinnacle of historic preservation. Building upon an early 2003 restoration, the current owner has further comprehensively restored the estate, securing awards for continued work restoring this home to its near original state while simultaneously installing state of the art systems and amenities.

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Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1777
Bedrooms
6
Full Bathrooms
3
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
5,876 sq ft
Total Rooms
11

Facts & Features

Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1777
Living Area 5,876 sq ft
Lot Size 0.17 acres
Bedrooms 6
Full Baths 3
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 11

Interior

Heating Baseboard, Natural Gas, Fireplace
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Wood, Tile, Pine, Flooring - Stone/ceramic Tile, Flooring - Wood
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood, Plumbed For Ice Maker
Fireplace Dining Room, Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom
Fireplaces 8
Basement Partially Finished, Interior Entry, Bulkhead
Laundry In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features Recessed Lighting, Decorative Molding, Crown Molding, Bathroom - Half, Sun Room, Great Room, Library, Game Room, Bathroom, Bonus Room, Walk-up Attic

Exterior

Construction Brick
Architecture Georgian
Roof Wood
Features Porch, Patio
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Porch, Patio

Parking

Features Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Total Spaces 3

Utilities

Electric Circuit Breakers
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection

Financial

Annual Tax $21,663
Assessed Value $2,261,300

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Tile, Pine, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Wood
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood, Plumbed For Ice Maker
Interior Features: Recessed Lighting, Decorative Molding, Crown Molding, Bathroom - Half, Sun Room, Great Room, Library, Game Room, Bathroom, Bonus Room, Walk-up Attic
Windows:
Basement: Partially Finished, Interior Entry, Bulkhead
Laundry: In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Security: Security System

Construction & Materials

Style: Georgian
Year Built: 1777
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Brick
Roof: Wood
Foundation: Stone, Brick/Mortar

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas, Fireplace
Heating Zones: 5
Cooling: Central Air
Cooling Zones: 5
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features: Thermostat

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Porch, Patio
Patio & Porch: Porch, Patio
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features: Level
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Special Features

Fireplaces: 8
Fireplace Type: Dining Room, Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School

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Neighborhood

17 Federal St, Newburyport MA 01950

Newburyport, MA 01950

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Year 15
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Property History

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Previous Sales

Property Timeline

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Listed for Sale
Apr 30, 2026
$3,750,000
Original listing
Agent: Kevin Fruh Office: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Previous Transaction - MLS #73164110
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Dec 1, 2023
$2,100,000
MLS #73164110

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Apr 30, 2026 New Listing Added $3,750,000
Dec 1, 2023 Sold $2,100,000

Market Statistics

Time on Market
3 hours 4 minutes
Price per Sq Ft
$638

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $21,663 $2,261,300

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$21,663
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$2,261,300

Listing Information

Listing Agent Kevin Fruh
Listing Office Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Agent MLS ID C7000051
Office MLS ID AN7944
Listing Data Updated Apr 30, 2026 10:31 AM EDT
Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.

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