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288 Merrimac St, Newburyport, MA

Newburyport · MA 01950

$1,282,500
Price
3
Beds
2
Baths
2280
Sq. ft.

Overview

Property type: Single Family
Year built: Built in 1759
Lot size: 9,120 Sq.Ft Lot
Price per square foot: $526 / Sq.Ft
Parking: No Parking
Heating & cooling: Heat, Electric, Window AC

About this home

Welcome to this remarkable antique home near downtown Newburyport. Overflowing with character and charm, it features five fireplaces, including an impressive hearth large enough to step inside, a stunning reminder of the home?s rich past. The updated kitchen is bright and filled with natural light from the skylights, including soapstone countertops, brick flooring, a Sub-Zero refrigerator, and a Viking oven with hood, all with views of the Merrimack River. Wide floorboards flow throughout, and the office highlights beautiful exposed wood beams. The primary bedroom also offers views of the water. Outside, enjoy a patio with sweeping river views. The Newburyport Harborwalk Rail Trail is easily accessed, offering the perfect spot for a scenic walk or bike ride along the waterfront. Rare for Newburyport, the property includes four off-street parking spaces, adding even more convenience to this truly special residence.

Neighborhood & Transit

288 Merrimac St, Newburyport · MA 01950

Nearby transit

Within 0.5 mile, measured straight-line to the nearest station entrance.

No subway or commuter rail stations within 0.5 mile.

Price Insight

Days on Market:
301 days
Listing Price:
$1,199,000
Price per Sq.Ft:
$526
Tax Assessment:
$1,030,000 in 2025
Taxes:
$822 / Monthly

Home Facts

Interior Features

Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
2
Half Bathrooms
0
Living Area
2,280 Sq.Ft
Kitchen
Main Floor, Gas Stove, Stainless Steel Appliances, Fireplace, Stone Countertops, Pantry, Skylight, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Picture, Main Level, Dishwasher, Range, Garbage Disposal, Garbage Compactor, Water Treatment, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Primary Bedroom
Floor 2, Fireplace, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture
Laundry
Unknown
Living levels
Unknown
Rooms
9
Above grade area
2280
Flooring
Wood, Tile, Brick
Lead paint
Unknown

Utilities

Heating Type
Electric Baseboard, Individual
Heating Zone
Unknown
Cooling
Window AC
Cooling Zones
Unknown
Water
City/Town Water
Sewer
City/Town Sewer
Electric Features
200 Amps

Exterior Features

Lot Size
9,120 Sq.Ft
Lot Description
Fenced/Enclosed, Level, Scenic View(s)
Exterior Features
Patio, Storage Shed

Parking

Garage Parking
0 Parking Spaces
Off Street Parking
None, Off-Street

Construction Details

Construction Type
Unknown
Siding
Wood
Roof
Asphalt/Fiberglass Shingles

Green Features

Electric Vehicle Charger
Unknown
Solar Panels
Unknown
Green Certified
Unknown
Insulation Features
Unknown
Energy Features
Unknown

Room details

Living room level
First Floor
Living room features
Fireplace, Ceiling - Beamed, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Main Level, Open Floor Plan
Dining room level
First Floor
Dining room features
Fireplace, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Chair Rail, Crown Molding
Bedroom 2 level
Second Floor
Bedroom 2 features
Fireplace, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture
Bedroom 3 level
Second Floor
Bedroom 3 features
Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture
Bathroom 1 level
First Floor
Bathroom 1 features
Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Closet - Linen, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Main Level, Double Vanity, Remodeled
Bathroom 2 level
Second Floor
Bathroom 2 features
Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture

Listing information

Listing agent
Candice Fontas
Listing office
Engel & Volkers By the Sea
MLS PIN #
73450553
Disclosure
Third bedroom is open to the stairway. Some parts of the home date back to 1676 but it is believed the home was built in 1759. Buyers to do their own due diligence.