492 Merrimac Street, Newburyport MA 01950

Newburyport, MA 01950

$2,450,000

Est. $13,286/month

5

Beds

3.5

Baths

3,248

Sq Ft

$754

Price/Sq Ft

0.93

Acres

1941

Year Built

Single Family Residence

Type

155

Days on Market

Active Price Drop -$445,000 Listed Aug 11, 2025 • MLS# 73409873 Copied!

About this home

*Newly Approved* (ADU) Accessory Dwelling Unit above the garage, 2 BDR & 1 bath, offers flexible space for guests, extended family or rental income! Unique & thoughtfully renovated home located at 492 Merrimac Street in the heart of Newburyport! This spacious property includes 11 rooms, 3 BDR in Main House, 2.5 bath, w/ blending charm, comfort & modern functionality. The Main level includes a convenient LDRY room, & the attached heated garage accommodates up to 4 vehicles/boats, ideal for hobbyists or extra storage. The private backyard retreat features a salt water heated pool w/ a new liner, a brand-new patio & a cozy firepit for year-round enjoyment. A detached pool house adds further value w/ its own kitchen & bathroom. Additional highlights include durable metal roofing that combines modern efficiency w/ long-lasting style, making this a rare opportunity to own a one-of-a-kind, multi-functional & multigenerational property in highly desirable Newburyport. 1 year builders warranty

Property Overview

Property Type

Single Family Residence

Listing Type

For Sale

Year Built

1941

Bedrooms

5

Full Bathrooms

3

Half Bathrooms

1

Living Area

3,248 sq ft

Total Rooms

11

Facts & Features

4 Car Garage

Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential

Style Single Family Residence

Year Built 1941

Living Area 3,248 sq ft

Lot Size 0.93 acres

Bedrooms 5

Full Baths 3

Half Baths 1

Total Rooms 11

Interior

Heating Natural Gas

Cooling Central Air

Flooring Tile, Hardwood

Appliances Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator

Fireplace Living Room

Fireplaces 1

Basement Full, Finished, Interior Entry, Bulkhead

Laundry Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/ceramic Tile, Sink, First Floor

Features Bathroom - Full, Dining Area, Countertops - Stone/granite/solid, Mud Room, Office, Live-in Help Quarters

Exterior

Construction Frame

Architecture Cape

Roof Metal

Features Deck, Deck - Composite, Patio, Pool - Inground Heated, Storage, Sprinkler System, Guest House

Pool Pool - Inground Heated

Spa None

Fencing None

Patio/Porch Deck, Deck - Composite, Patio

Parking

Garage Spaces 4

Has Garage Yes

Features Attached, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Storage, Workshop In Garage, Garage Faces Side, Oversized, Paved Drive, Paved

Total Spaces 10

Utilities

Electric Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service

Water Public

Sewer Public Sewer

Gas None

Other None

Financial

Annual Tax $8,375

Assessed Value $840,000

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Hardwood

Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator

Interior Features: Bathroom - Full, Dining Area, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Mud Room, Office, Live-in Help Quarters

Windows: Insulated Windows

Basement: Full, Finished, Interior Entry, Bulkhead

Laundry: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Sink, First Floor

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Construction & Materials

Style: Cape

Year Built: 1941

Structure Type:

Exterior Materials: Frame

Roof: Metal

Foundation: Concrete Perimeter

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Natural Gas

Heating Zones: 3

Cooling: Central Air

Cooling Zones: 3

Hot Water:

Water Source: Public

Sewer: Public Sewer

Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Deck, Deck - Composite, Patio, Pool - Inground Heated, Storage, Sprinkler System, Guest House

Patio & Porch: Deck, Deck - Composite, Patio

Fencing:

Other Structures: Guest House

Lot Features: Wooded, Level

Road Surface: Paved

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 4

Garage Type: Attached

Total Parking Spaces: 10

Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Storage, Workshop in Garage, Garage Faces Side, Oversized, Paved Drive, Paved

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1

Fireplace Type: Living Room

Pool: Private Pool

Pool Features: Pool - Inground Heated

Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Highway Access, Marina, Public School

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492 Merrimac Street, Newburyport MA 01950

Newburyport, MA 01950

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Newburyport School District local

✓ School Safety 2024-25

0.0% Very Low (Safest)

↓ 5.5% below state avg

E

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5 schools

A-

River Valley Charter School

1.6 mi | #82 of 352 | Score: 51.5

Improved 66 spots from last year

-6.7 below state avg

288 students Less Diverse

Grades K-08

Immaculate Conception School

1.8 mi

Grades K-08

A-

Francis T Bresnahan Elementary School

0.5 mi | #236 of 824 | Score: 53.0

Improved 129 spots from last year

-5.2 below state avg

584 students Less Diverse

Grades PK-03

B+

Edward G. Molin Elementary School

1.5 mi | #255 of 824 | Score: 52.3

Improved 21 spots from last year

-5.9 below state avg

310 students Less Diverse

Grades 04-05

Newburyport Montessori School

1.9 mi

Grades PK-K

M

Middle Schools

1 school

A

Rupert A Nock Middle School

1.5 mi | #59 of 352 | Score: 55.1

Improved 46 spots from last year

-3.1 below state avg

470 students Less Diverse

Grades 06-08

H

High Schools

1 school

A

Newburyport High School

1.3 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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Listed for Sale

Aug 11, 2025

$2,450,000

Original listing

Agent: Todd G. Fitzgerald Office: Fitzgerald Real Estate

Previous Transaction - MLS #73259758

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Oct 29, 2024

$875,000

MLS #73259758

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Date	Event	Price	Change	$/sqft	Details
08/11/2025	🏠 Listed for Sale	$2,450,000	-	-	Original listing
10/29/2024	🏷️ Previously Sold	$875,000	-	-	MLS #73259758

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Date	Event	Price	Change
Aug 11, 2025	New Listing Added	$2,450,000	—
Oct 29, 2024	Sold	$875,000	—

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Days on Market

155 days

Price per Sq Ft

$754

Total Price Drop

-$445,000

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Year	Taxes	Assessment
2024	$8,375	$840,000

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$8,375

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Assessed Value

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