FeaturesFireplace, Flooring - Wood
LevelSecond
78 Main St, West Newbury MA 01985
West Newbury, MA 01985
$597,500
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$600,000
Final Sale Price:
$597,500
Difference:
$2,500 (-0.4%)
Performance Metrics
99.6%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
57
Days on Market
Average time
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$181
Sale $/sq ft:
$181
This property sold for $181 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 0.4% below the original asking price.
The property spent 57 days on market before selling.
About this home
The David M. Noyes Federalist is a historically significant home that blends the charm of an antique w/ the conveniences that today's lifestyle dictates. The chic & modern kitchen w/ granite & stainless juxtaposes w/ the rustic beams of the cathedral ceiling. The oversized eat-in kitchen is the heart of this home. There is a cozy den adjacent. Want more room to stretch out & watch the game? Head down to the lower level family room & enjoy the large fireplace & wooded views of the private back yard via the walk-out screen porch. The master suite is located on the main level & offers original carved moldings, a fireplace & a marble on-suite bath. Upstairs are 2 large bedrooms w/ updated bathroom. Lower level office w/ bathroom perfect for home business or in-law suite. Attached 2 car garage. Close to Newburyport, minutes to the train, 95 & 495. 45 minutes north of Boston. This is a very rare offering. Come home to the bucolic town of West Newbury!
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Price & Status History
Market Insights
37%
Price Range
59
Total Days on Market
Property Timeline
Current Active Listing - MLS #73596984
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Currently Listed
Oct 30, 2026
$949,000
MLS #73596984 - Active
Sold
Apr 26, 2019
$597,500
Property sold
Days on Market: 59
Listed for Sale
Jan 29, 2019
$600,000
Original listing
Agent: Willis and Smith Group
Office: Keller Williams Realty
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/30/2026 | 🏡 Currently Listed | $949,000 | - | - | MLS #73596984 - Active |
| 04/26/2019 | ✓ Sold | $597,500 | - | - | Property sold |
| 01/29/2019 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $600,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | $7,489 | $514,000 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$7,489
Tax Year 2019
Assessed Value
$514,000
Facts & Features
2 Car Garage
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1826
Living Area
3,308 sq ft
Lot Size
1.00 acres
Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
3
Total Rooms
8
Interior
Heating
Forced Air, Baseboard, Oil, Natural Gas
Cooling
None
Flooring
Wood
Appliances
Gas Water Heater, Electric Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator
Fireplace
Dining Room, Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom
Fireplaces
6
Basement
Full, Partially Finished
Laundry
In Basement
Features
Office
Exterior
Construction
Frame
Architecture
Colonial
Roof
Shingle
Features
Porch - Screened, Patio
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Screened, Patio
Parking
Garage Spaces
2
Has Garage
Yes
Features
Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Total Spaces
6
Utilities
Electric
Circuit Breakers
Water
Public
Sewer
Private Sewer
Gas
None
Other
None
Financial
Annual Tax
$7,489
Assessed Value
$514,000
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
Title V Will Be Done, New System 2014. Two Heating Systems, One Is 3 Years Old And The Other Older.
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
Contract
Structure Type
[]
House Color
White
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
None
County
Essex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
59 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1826
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
3
Living Area
3,308 sq ft
Total Rooms
8
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
FeaturesFlooring - Wood
LevelSecond
FeaturesBathroom - Full
LevelSecond
FeaturesFlooring - Wood
LevelFirst
FeaturesBeamed Ceilings, Flooring - Wood, Dining Area, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Breakfast Bar / Nook
LevelFirst
FeaturesBathroom - Full
LevelFirst
FeaturesFlooring - Wood
LevelFirst
FeaturesBathroom - Full, Flooring - Wood
LevelFirst
FeaturesBathroom - Full
LevelBasement
LevelBasement
FeaturesFlooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
LevelBasement
FeaturesYes
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchScreened, Patio
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (3)
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:
Wood
Appliances:
Gas Water Heater, Electric Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator
Interior Features:
Office
Windows:
Basement:
Full, Partially Finished
Laundry:
In Basement
Security:
Construction & Materials
Style:
Colonial
Year Built:
1826
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Frame
Roof:
Shingle
Foundation:
Stone, Brick/Mortar
Utilities & Systems
Heating:
Forced Air, Baseboard, Oil, Natural Gas
Cooling:
None
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Private Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Porch - Screened, Patio
Patio & Porch:
Screened, Patio
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Paved
Parking & Garage
Garage Spaces:
2
Garage Type:
Attached
Total Parking Spaces:
6
Parking Features:
Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Special Features
Fireplaces:
6
Fireplace Type:
Dining Room, Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom
View:
Yes
View Type:
Scenic View(s)
Community Amenities:
Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Conservation Area, Public School
Nearby Schools
School District
Pentucket School District local
B+
School Safety
2024-25
1.4%
Average
1.4%
Suspensions
4.1% below state avg
Elementary Schools
3 schools
C+
Golden Hill School
2.8 mi
|
#553 of 825
|
Score: 42.9
Improved 17 spots from last year
-15.3 below state avg
524 students
Diverse
Grades K-04
The Children's Castle
2.9 mi
Grades PK
B+
Dr. John C Page School
2.9 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
Middle Schools
3 schools
B
Pentucket Regional Middle School
0.4 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
C-
Dr. Paul Nettle Middle School
2.7 mi
|
#293 of 352
|
Score: 32.3
Dropped 43 spots from last year
-25.9 below state avg
504 students
Diverse
Grades 05-08
C
John G Whittier School
3.7 mi
|
#281 of 352
|
Score: 33.8
Improved 18 spots from last year
-24.4 below state avg
469 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 05-08
High Schools
3 schools
A
Pentucket Regional Senior High School
0.4 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+
Whittier Regional Vocational School
2.0 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
B-
Gateway Academy
4.1 mi
|
#15 of 25
|
Score: 31.2
Improved 357 spots from last year
-27 below state avg
132 students
Diverse
Rising School
Grades 07-12
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Neighborhood
78 Main St, West Newbury MA 01985
West Newbury, MA 01985
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Willis and Smith Group
Listing Office
Keller Williams Realty
Office Phone
978-992-4050
Agent MLS ID
TM306939
Office MLS ID
C95236
Listing Data Updated
Apr 29, 2019 9:29 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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