FeaturesBathroom - Half, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Recessed Lighting
LevelThird
159 High Street, Newburyport MA 01950
Newburyport, MA 01950
$475,000
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$465,000
Final Sale Price:
$475,000
Difference:
+$10,000 (+2.2%)
Performance Metrics
102.2%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
16
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$424
Sale $/sq ft:
$433
This property sold for $433 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 2.2% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.
With only 16 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.
Nearby Sales Comparison
Based on 4 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days
This Property
$433/sq ft
Area Median
$567/sq ft
Difference
23.7%
This property sold below the area median, potentially representing good value for the buyer.
About this home
Beautifully updated antique attached single family home just a 5 minute walk from downtown Newburyport. You'll feel right at home with hardwood floors, french doors and a cozy gas fireplace in the living room. The kitchen was updated in 2012 and features stainless appliances, a wet bar, ice maker and granite breakfast bar. Out back through french doors you'll find a patio and enclosed back yard featuring stunning English gardens that bloom spring though fall. At the rear of the yard is a wired shed with lighting which was recently re-sided. The second floor features the master bedroom, master bath, laundry and a walk-in closet. Off the back is a small balcony that looks out into the gardens. The home was renovated in 2012, with new electric, heating, central air, recessed lighting, bathrooms and kitchen. The 3rd floor bedroom with half bath was renovated in 2019 with new flooring and a bead board ceiling.
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Property History
Market Insights
57.6%
Price Range
18
Total Days on Market
2
Previous Sales
Property Timeline
Current Active Listing - MLS #73562069
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Currently Listed
Aug 11, 2026
$849,000
MLS #73562069 - Active
Previous Transaction - MLS #72937576
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Previously Sold
Apr 29, 2022
$625,000
MLS #72937576
Sold
Apr 24, 2020
$475,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 18
Listed for Sale
Mar 6, 2020
$465,000
Original listing
Agent: Karen Soule
Office: The North Shore Realty Group
Previous Transaction - MLS #72018146
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
Oct 21, 2016
$360,000
MLS #72018146
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/11/2026 | 🏡 Currently Listed | $849,000 | - | - | MLS #73562069 - Active |
| 04/29/2022 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $625,000 | - | - | MLS #72937576 |
| 04/24/2020 | ✓ Sold | $475,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 03/06/2020 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $465,000 | - | - | Original listing |
| 10/21/2016 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $360,000 | - | - | MLS #72018146 |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | $5,092 | $396,600 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$5,092
Tax Year 2020
Assessed Value
$396,600
Facts & Features
Central AC
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1850
Living Area
1,097 sq ft
Lot Size
0.04 acres
Bedrooms
2
Full Baths
1
Half Baths
2
Total Rooms
5
Interior
Heating
Central, Natural Gas
Cooling
Central Air
Flooring
Hardwood
Appliances
Electric Water Heater, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
Fireplace
Living Room, Master Bedroom
Fireplaces
2
Basement
Partial, Interior Entry, Concrete
Laundry
Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
Bathroom - Half, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom, Internet Available - Unknown
Exterior
Construction
None
Architecture
None
Roof
Shingle
Features
Porch - Enclosed, Storage, Professional Landscaping, Fenced Yard, Garden
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
Fenced/enclosed, Fenced
Patio/Porch
Porch - Enclosed
Parking
Features
None
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Gas Range, For Gas Oven, For Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup
Financial
Annual Tax
$5,092
Assessed Value
$396,600
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
Sellers Statement Attached
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
House Color
Beige
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Sq Ft Disclosures
Third floor room with half bath used as non-conforming bedroom
Documents
None
County
Essex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
18 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1850
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,097 sq ft
Total Rooms
5
Levels
Multi/Split
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
FeaturesBathroom - Full, Flooring - Hardwood, Balcony - Exterior, Recessed Lighting
LevelSecond
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood, Breakfast Bar / Nook, Exterior Access
LevelFirst
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
LevelFirst
FeaturesBathroom - Half, Flooring - Hardwood, French Doors
LevelFirst
FeaturesYes
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchPorch - Enclosed
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (1)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
Interior Features
Flooring:
Hardwood
Appliances:
Electric Water Heater, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
Interior Features:
Bathroom - Half, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom, Internet Available - Unknown
Windows:
Basement:
Partial, Interior Entry, Concrete
Laundry:
Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Security:
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1850
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Shingle
Foundation:
Stone
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Central, Natural Gas
Cooling:
Central Air
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Porch - Enclosed, Storage, Professional Landscaping, Fenced Yard, Garden
Patio & Porch:
Porch - Enclosed
Fencing:
Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Parking Features:
Special Features
Fireplaces:
2
Fireplace Type:
Living Room, Master Bedroom
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Public School, T-Station
Nearby Schools
School District
Newburyport School District local
A-
School Safety
2024-25
0.0%
Very Low (Safest)
5.5% below state avg
Elementary Schools
5 schools
Immaculate Conception School
0.2 mi
Grades K-08
A-
River Valley Charter School
0.5 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
0.3 mi
Grades PK-K
B+
Edward G. Molin Elementary School
0.5 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
1.2 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
Middle Schools
1 school
A
Rupert A Nock Middle School
0.5 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
High Schools
1 school
A
Newburyport High School
0.5 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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Neighborhood
159 High Street, Newburyport MA 01950
Newburyport, MA 01950
Listing Information
Agent MLS ID
CN224545
Office MLS ID
AN2926
Listing Data Updated
Apr 24, 2020 10:47 AM EDT
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