226 Merrimac St, Newburyport MA 01950

Newburyport, MA 01950

$710,000

Est. $4,256/month

2

Beds

2.5

Baths

2,880

Sq Ft

$247

Price/Sq Ft

0.11

Acres

1850

Year Built

2 Family - 2 Units Up/Down

Type

42

Days on Market

Closed Listed Jun 14, 2023 • MLS# 73124998 Copied!

About this home

Attention Investors and Entrepreneurs! Discover a Hidden Gem in Newburyport's Thriving Market. This extraordinary mixed-use building at 226 Merrimac St offers 2,880 sq ft of potential, including a 990 sq ft residential unit and a lower level commercial space. Imagine the possibilities! Previously leased by the renowned modern Butcher, this commercial space holds immense potential for your next business venture. Located near Cashman Park, with its recreational amenities, this property offers the perfect blend of convenience and leisure. Don't miss this rare opportunity! --

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Property Overview

Property Type

2 Family - 2 Units Up/Down

Listing Type

For Sale

Year Built

1850

Bedrooms

2

Full Bathrooms

2

Half Bathrooms

1

Living Area

2,880 sq ft

Total Rooms

6

Stories

2

Levels

2

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview

Original List Price: $799,000

                            Final Sale Price:
                            $710,000
                        

Difference: $89,000 (-11.1%)

Performance Metrics

88.9%

List to Sale Ratio

Sold below asking price

42

Days on Market

Average time

Price per Square Foot Analysis

Original $/sq ft: $277

                            Sale $/sq ft:
                            $247
                        

This property sold for $247 per square foot

Sale Summary

This property sold for 11.1% below the original asking price.

The property spent 42 days on market before selling.

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential Income

Style 2 Family - 2 Units Up/Down

Year Built 1850

Living Area 2,880 sq ft

Lot Size 0.11 acres

Bedrooms 2

Full Baths 2

Half Baths 1

Total Rooms 6

Interior

Heating None

Cooling None

Flooring Vinyl, Carpet, Hardwood, Wood

Appliances None

Fireplace None

Basement Full, Interior Entry, Unfinished

Laundry None

Features Living Room, Kitchen

Exterior

Construction Frame

Architecture None

Roof Shingle

Features None

Pool None

Spa None

Fencing None

Patio/Porch None

Parking

Features Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Total Spaces 4

Utilities

Electric Circuit Breakers

Water Public

Sewer Public Sewer

Gas None

Other For Electric Range

Financial

Annual Tax $5,587

Assessed Value $520,200

Interior Features

Flooring: Vinyl, Carpet, Hardwood, Wood

Appliances:

Interior Features: Living Room, Kitchen

Windows:

Basement: Full, Interior Entry, Unfinished

Laundry:

Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1850

Structure Type:

Exterior Materials: Frame

Roof: Shingle

Foundation: Block, Irregular

Stories: 2

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating:

Cooling:

Hot Water: Natural Gas

Water Source: Public

Sewer: Public Sewer

Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features:

Patio & Porch:

Fencing:

Other Structures:

Lot Features:

Road Surface: Paved

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 4

Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

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226 Merrimac St, Newburyport MA 01950

Newburyport, MA 01950

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Nearby Schools

School District

Newburyport School District local

A-

✓ School Safety 2024-25

0.0% Very Low (Safest)

↓ 5.5% below state avg

E

Elementary Schools

5 schools

Immaculate Conception School

0.6 mi

Grades K-08

A-

River Valley Charter School

0.7 mi | #82 of 352 | Score: 51.5

Improved 66 spots from last year

-6.7 below state avg

288 students Less Diverse

Rising School

Grades K-08

Newburyport Montessori School

0.6 mi

Grades PK-K

B+

Edward G. Molin Elementary School

0.6 mi | #255 of 824 | Score: 52.3

Improved 21 spots from last year

-5.9 below state avg

310 students Less Diverse

Rising School

Grades 04-05

A-

Francis T Bresnahan Elementary School

0.8 mi | #236 of 824 | Score: 53.0

Improved 129 spots from last year

-5.2 below state avg

584 students Less Diverse

Rising School

Grades PK-03

M

Middle Schools

1 school

A

Rupert A Nock Middle School

0.6 mi | #59 of 352 | Score: 55.1

Improved 46 spots from last year

-3.1 below state avg

470 students Less Diverse

Rising School

Grades 06-08

H

High Schools

1 school

A

Newburyport High School

0.4 mi | #48 of 346 | Score: 67.5

Improved 17 spots from last year

+9.3 above state avg

743 students Less Diverse

18 sports • 1,722 athletes

Strong AP Program High Graduation Rate College Ready Curriculum Strong Athletics

Grades 09-12

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Price Range

49

Total Days on Market

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Previous Sales

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Current Active Listing - MLS #73500214

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Currently Listed

Apr 12, 2026

$3,750

MLS #73500214 - Active

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Sold

Aug 31, 2023

$710,000

Property sold

Days on Market: 49

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Listed for Sale

Jun 14, 2023

$799,000

Original listing

Agent: Christian Smith Office: Keller Williams Realty Evolution

Previous Transaction - MLS #71894427

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Previously Sold

Dec 18, 2015

$475,000

MLS #71894427

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Date	Event	Price	Change	$/sqft	Details
04/12/2026	🏡 Currently Listed	$3,750	-	-	MLS #73500214 - Active
08/31/2023	✓ Sold	$710,000	-	-	Property sold
06/14/2023	🏠 Listed for Sale	$799,000	-	-	Original listing
12/18/2015	🏷️ Previously Sold	$475,000	-	-	MLS #71894427

Price & Status History

Date	Event	Price	Change
Apr 12, 2026	Sold	$3,750	—
Jun 14, 2023	New Listing Added	$799,000	—
Dec 18, 2015	Sold	$475,000	—

Market Statistics

Days on Market

42 days

Price per Sq Ft

$247

Tax History

Year	Taxes	Assessment
2023	$5,587	$520,200

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax

$5,587

Tax Year 2023

Assessed Value

$520,200

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