159 High Street, Newburyport MA 01950

Newburyport, MA 01950
$185,000
1
Beds
1
Baths
926
Sq Ft
$200
Price/Sq Ft
0.04
Acres
1850
Year Built
Single Family Residence
Type
257
Days on Market
Sold Listed Oct 21, 2010 • MLS# 71153785 Copied! • Updated Aug 1, 2026

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Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $229,900
Final Sale Price: $185,000
Difference: $44,900 (-19.5%)
Performance Metrics
80.5%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
257
Days on Market
Extended listing
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $248
Sale $/sq ft: $200
This property sold for $200 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 19.5% below the original asking price.

At 257 days on market, this property took longer than average to sell.

About this home

A very sweet property w/private, fenced-in yard in the heart of downtown. Elegant period features contrast nicely with more contemporary touches i.e. granite & butcher block counters, hardwood floors & french doors that separate the living room with fireplace and kitchen/dining area. A large, 2nd floor bedroom w/fireplace, wide pine floors and full bath w/clawfoot tub contribute to this home's antique character. Walk-up attic with storage & garden shed, too!

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Property History

Market Insights

78.2%
Price Range
258
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73562069
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Currently Listed
Aug 11, 2026
$849,000
MLS #73562069 - Active
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Sold
Feb 2, 2012
$185,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 258
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Listed for Sale
Oct 21, 2010
$219,900
Original listing
Agent: Sally Laffely Office: Laffely Real Estate Associates

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2011 $3,435 $284,600

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$3,435
Tax Year 2011
Assessed Value
$284,600

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1850
Living Area 926 sq ft
Lot Size 0.04 acres
Bedrooms 1
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 4

Interior

Heating Forced Air, Electric Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling None
Flooring Tile, Hardwood, Pine, Flooring - Wood
Appliances Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer/dryer
Fireplace Living Room, Master Bedroom
Fireplaces 2
Basement Full, Crawl Space, Interior Entry, Dirt Floor
Laundry None
Features Sitting Room, Walk-up Attic

Exterior

Construction Post & Beam
Architecture Antique
Roof Shingle
Features Patio - Enclosed, Storage
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing Fenced/enclosed
Patio/Porch Enclosed
Features None
Electric 100 Amp Service
Water Public, City/town Water
Sewer Public Sewer, City/town Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range
Annual Tax $3,435
Assessed Value $284,600
Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Lead Paint Unknown
Seller Disclosures This Is A Short Sale; All Terms Of The Purchase Agreement Are Subject To Third Party Approval
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type []
House Color Yellow
Sq Ft Source Public Record
Documents None
County Essex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 258 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1850
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
926 sq ft
Total Rooms
4

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Pine, Flooring - Wood
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
Interior Features: Sitting Room, Walk-up Attic
Windows: Insulated Windows, Storm Window(s)
Basement: Full, Crawl Space, Interior Entry, Dirt Floor
Laundry:
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Antique
Year Built: 1850
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Post & Beam
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Stone, Brick/Mortar

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air, Electric Baseboard, Natural Gas
Heating Zones: 1
Cooling: None
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public, City/Town Water
Sewer: Public Sewer, City/Town Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Patio - Enclosed, Storage
Patio & Porch: Enclosed
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed
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, Highway Access, T-Station, Sidewalks
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
0.1 mi
Grades K-08
A-
River Valley Charter School
0.5 mi | #82 of 352 | Score: 51.3
Improved 66 spots from last year
-6.9 below state avg
288 students Less Diverse
Rising School
Grades K-08
Newburyport Montessori School
0.3 mi
Grades PK-K
A-
Edward G. Molin Elementary School
0.5 mi | #239 of 825 | Score: 52.9
Improved 37 spots from last year
-5.4 below state avg
294 students Less Diverse
Rising School Strong Attendance
Grades 04-05
A-
Francis T Bresnahan Elementary School
1.2 mi | #237 of 825 | Score: 52.9
Improved 128 spots from last year
-5.3 below state avg
567 students Less Diverse
Rising School Strong Attendance
Grades PK-03
M

Middle Schools

1 school
A
Rupert A Nock Middle School
0.5 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

1 school
A
Newburyport High School
0.5 mi | #53 of 346 | Score: 67.1
Improved 12 spots from last year
+8.8 above state avg
745 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

Listing Agent Sally Laffely
Listing Office Laffely Real Estate Associates
Office Phone 978-255-4788
Agent MLS ID C9500063
Office MLS ID C95283
Listing Data Updated Aug 1, 2026 12:02 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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