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185 High Street, Newburyport MA 01950

Newburyport, MA 01950
$2,225,000
Est. $11,842/month
4
Beds
4
Baths
5,402
Sq Ft
$412
Price/Sq Ft
1.01
Acres
1806
Year Built
Single Family Residence
Type
87
Days on Market
Closed Listed Sep 29, 2025 • MLS# 73338945

About this home

Why settle for ordinary when you can indulge in one of Newburyport’s most elegant and esteemed homes? Just four blocks from downtown and recently featured on Newburyport’s cherished Holiday tour, this home offers a rare trifecta: an urban lifestyle, the grandeur of Federal-period architecture, and a beautifully manicured acre yard—perfect for summer play, garden parties, and outdoor entertaining. Come inside to a floating staircase captivating your eye and leading to a brick sunroom bathed in natural light. Soaring ceilings, pumpkin pine floors, and period details create warmth and grandeur. The Chef’s kitchen has striking marble counters, while modern updates include a spa-like guest bath, newer roof, high-efficiency heating, and irrigation. Wine enthusiasts will adore the private wine cellar, ready for your finest collection. The versatile carriage house is ideal for generating rental income, an art gallery, or bring your ideas! At 185 High, history meets luxury—live exceptionally!

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $2,495,000
Final Sale Price: $2,225,000
Difference: $270,000 (-10.8%)
Performance Metrics
89.2%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
87
Days on Market
Extended listing
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $462
Sale $/sq ft: $412
This property sold for $412 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 10.8% below the original asking price.

The property spent 87 days on market before selling.

Facts & Features

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Property Category
Residential
Year Built
1806
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
4
Living Area
5,402 sq ft
Total Rooms
10

Interior Features

Flooring
Wood, Tile, Pine, Brick, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Wood
Heating
Forced Air, Radiant, Fireplace
Has Heating
Yes
Cooling
Central Air
Has Cooling
Yes
Fireplace Features
Dining Room, Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom
Has Fireplace
Yes
Number of Fireplaces
9
Appliances
Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Water Treatment, Washer/Dryer
Interior Features
Bathroom - Full, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Bathroom, Home Office, Sitting Room
Laundry Features
Third Floor
Basement Details
Full
Window Features
Storm Window(s)

Exterior & Structure

Construction Materials
Frame, Post & Beam
Architectural Style
Carriage House, Federal
Roof
Shingle
Foundation
Stone
Exterior Features
Porch - Enclosed, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Fenced Yard, Garden, Guest House
Patio/Porch Features
Porch - Enclosed
Fencing
Fenced
Has Spa
No
Waterfront Features
Ocean, 1 to 2 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
Waterfront Property
No

Lot & Land

Lot Size
1.01 acres
Lot Size
43,995 sq ft
Lot Size Area
1.0100
Lot Features
Wooded, Level
Road Frontage Type
Public

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces
1
Has Garage
Yes
Attached Garage
No
Has Carport
No
Total Non-Garage Parking Spaces
3
Parking Features
Detached, Off Street
Covered Parking Spaces
1

Utilities & Systems

Utilities Available
for Gas Range
Water Source
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Electric
220 Volts, Circuit Breakers

Community & HOA

Community Features
Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, T-Station
HOA
No
Senior Community
No

Financial & Tax Information

Annual Tax Amount
$20,725
Tax Year
2024
Tax Assessed Value
$207,880
Parcel Number
2086583
Zoning
R

Additional Details

Year Built Source
Public Records
Year Built Details
Actual
Attached Property
No
Disclosures
Sellers have only used gas fireplace. Forced air in carriage house.

Location

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Neighborhood

185 High Street, Newburyport MA 01950

Newburyport, MA 01950

Walkability

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Schools

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

Payment Breakdown

Principal & Interest $0
Property Tax $1,727
Homeowners Insurance $200
PMI $0

Property History

Market Insights

3.1%
Price Range
215
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

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Sold
Jun 5, 2025
$2,225,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 215
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Listed for Sale
Feb 26, 2025
$2,295,000
Original listing
Agent: Alissa Christie Office: RE/MAX Bentley's

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Feb 26, 2025 New Listing Added $2,295,000 —

Market Statistics

Days on Market
87 days
Price per Sq Ft
$412

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2024 $20,725 $207,880

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$20,725
Tax Year 2024
Assessed Value
$207,880

Listing Information

Listing Agent Alissa Christie
Listing Office RE/MAX Bentley's
Agent MLS ID CN204745
Office MLS ID AN8279

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