557 Main St, West Newbury MA 01985

West Newbury, MA 01985
$639,000
4
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,637
Sq Ft
$390
Price/Sq Ft
0.33
Acres
1958
Year Built
2
Parking
89
Days on Market
Sold Listed Jun 2, 2026 • MLS# 73528239 Copied! • Updated Sep 30, 2026

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Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $699,000
Final Sale Price: $639,000
Difference: $60,000 (-8.6%)
Performance Metrics
91.4%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
89
Days on Market
Extended listing
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $427
Sale $/sq ft: $390
This property sold for $390 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 8.6% below the original asking price.

The property spent 89 days on market before selling.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 2 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$390/sq ft
Area Median
$350/sq ft
Difference
+11.3%

This property sold for significantly more per square foot than similar nearby properties, suggesting premium features or condition.

About this home

SHARP NEW PRICE! Charming 4-bedroom, 1.5-bath Cape in the heart of West Newbury, just minutes from Newburyport! This well-maintained home offers an affordable opportunity to enjoy a sought-after community and the highly regarded Page School & Pentucket School District. The sun-filled living room features hardwood floors and a cozy fireplace. The kitchen opens to the dining area, creating a functional layout for everyday living. Two flexible first-floor rooms can serve as bedrooms, home offices, or playrooms, with a full bath completing the main level. Upstairs you'll find two spacious front-to-back bedrooms, a half bath, and additional storage. The finished lower-level family room provides extra living space, while the unfinished area is ideal for laundry, storage, or a workshop. Set on a beautiful lot with a large yard and shed, this property also includes a new septic system to be installed before closing. Hurry this will not last!

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Property History

Market Insights

2
Price Changes
8.6%
Price Range
91
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

✓
Sold
Sep 29, 2026
$639,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 91
📋
Status: Active under contract
Aug 18, 2026
Active → Active Under Contract
⏳
Pending Sale
Aug 17, 2026
Offer accepted, sale pending
↓
Price Reduced
Jul 9, 2026
$659,000 $20,000 (-2.95%)
From $679,000 to $659,000 (-3.0%)
↓
Price Reduced
Jun 23, 2026
$679,000 $20,000 (-2.86%)
From $699,000 to $679,000 (-2.9%)
🏠
Listed for Sale
Jun 2, 2026
$659,000
Original listing
Agent: Wendy L. Willis Office: Keller Williams Realty Evolution
🏠
Listed for Sale
Jun 2, 2026
$699,000
Original listing
Agent: Wendy L. Willis Office: Keller Williams Realty Evolution

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $5,481 $507,500

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$5,481
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$507,500

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1958
Living Area 1,637 sq ft
Lot Size 0.33 acres
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 1
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 7

Interior

Heating Baseboard, Oil
Cooling None
Flooring Wood, Laminate, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace Living Room
Fireplaces 1
Basement Full, Partially Finished, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Concrete
Laundry In Basement
Features Closet, Office

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture Cape
Roof Shingle
Features Porch, Patio, Rain Gutters
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Porch, Patio
Features Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Total Spaces 2
Electric Circuit Breakers
Water Public
Sewer Private Sewer
Gas None
Other For Electric Range
Annual Tax $5,481
Assessed Value $507,500
Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Lead Paint Unknown
Seller Disclosures No Seller Statement. Septic Being Replaced, Plans Already Completed, Still Needs Town Approval. Seller Reserves The Right To Accept An Offer At Anytime. Living Room And Primary Bedroom Virtually Staged.
Possession None
Accepted Financing Contract
Structure Type []
House Color Tan
Sq Ft Source Public Record
Sq Ft Disclosures Floor plans and public information provided, buyer should confirm with their own due diligence.
Documents None
County Essex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 91 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1958
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,637 sq ft
Total Rooms
7
Main Level Bedrooms
2

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Laminate, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances: Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features: Closet, Office
Windows:
Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Concrete
Laundry: In Basement
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Cape
Year Built: 1958
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Block

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Baseboard, Oil
Cooling: None
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Private Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Porch, Patio, Rain Gutters
Patio & Porch: Porch, Patio
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features: Gentle Sloping
Road Surface: Paved

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type: Living Room
Community Amenities: Park, Stable(s), Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School
School District
Pentucket School District local
B+
✓ School Safety 2024-25
1.4% Average
1.4% Suspensions
↓ 4.1% below state avg
E

Elementary Schools

3 schools
The Children's Castle
0.7 mi
Grades PK
B+
Dr. John C Page School
0.7 mi | #300 of 825 | Score: 50.8
Dropped 90 spots from last year
-7.5 below state avg
345 students Less Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades PK-06
Little People's Preschool
2.4 mi
Grades PK
M

Middle Schools

3 schools
B
Pentucket Regional Middle School
2.6 mi | #155 of 352 | Score: 44.0
Improved 49 spots from last year
-14.2 below state avg
363 students Less Diverse
Rising School Strong Attendance
Grades 07-08
B
Amesbury Middle School
3.8 mi | #171 of 352 | Score: 42.8
Improved 52 spots from last year
-15.4 below state avg
366 students Moderate
Rising School
Grades 06-08
A
Rupert A Nock Middle School
4.5 mi | #58 of 352 | Score: 55.6
Improved 47 spots from last year
-2.6 below state avg
498 students Less Diverse
Rising School Strong Attendance
Grades 06-08
H

High Schools

3 schools
B+
Whittier Regional Vocational School
2.5 mi | #123 of 346 | Score: 58.6
Dropped 34 spots from last year
+0.4 above state avg
1,288 students Diverse
Early College Program High Graduation Rate Career Tech Programs College Ready Curriculum
Grades 09-12
A
Pentucket Regional Senior High School
2.6 mi | #68 of 346 | Score: 64.8
Same rank as last year
+6.6 above state avg
565 students Less Diverse
19 sports • 1,514 athletes
Strong AP Program High Graduation Rate Strong Athletics
Grades 09-12
B+
Amesbury High School
3.5 mi | #115 of 346 | Score: 59.3
Dropped 42 spots from last year
+1.1 above state avg
483 students Moderate
16 sports • 928 athletes
Strong AP Program College Ready Curriculum Strong Athletics
Grades 09-12
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557 Main St, West Newbury MA 01985

West Newbury, MA 01985

Listing Information

Listing Agent Wendy L. Willis
Listing Office Keller Williams Realty Evolution
Office Phone 978-992-4050
Agent MLS ID C8000260
Office MLS ID AN6888
Listing Data Updated Sep 30, 2026 3:29 PM 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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