40 Middle St, West Newbury MA 01985

West Newbury, MA 01985
$4,800
$4,550/mo
4
Beds
2
Baths
2,165
Sq Ft
78,408
Lot Sq Ft
1978
Year Built
2
Garage Spaces
25
Days on Market
For Rent Price Drop -$250 Listed Aug 6, 2026 • MLS# 73560348 Copied! • Updated Aug 23, 2026

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About this home

Nestled on a spacious, private lot in the highly sought-after rural community of West Newbury, this beautifully maintained expanded Cape offers the perfect blend of peaceful country living and everyday convenience. Ideally located with easy access to major highways, shopping, dining, and local amenities, this home provides a tranquil retreat without sacrificing accessibility. The home features a desirable first-floor primary bedroom, spacious living areas, and abundant natural light throughout. An attached two-car garage adds convenience and additional storage, while the meticulously maintained interior is move-in ready for its next tenants. Enjoy the privacy, charm, and comfort of this exceptional lease opportunity in one of West Newbury's most desirable locations.

Property History

Market Insights

1
Price Changes
5.2%
Price Range

Property Timeline

Price Reduced
Aug 19, 2026
$4,550 $250 (-5.21%)
From $4,800 to $4,550 (-5.2%)
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Listed for Rent
Aug 6, 2026
$4,800
Original listing
Agent: Melissa Seiler Office: Homie Realty Group

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
Tax history not available

Facts & Features

2 Car Garage

Home Facts

Type Residential Lease
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1978
Living Area 2,165 sq ft
Lot Size 78,408 sq ft
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 2
Total Rooms 7

Rental Details

Available Sep 5, 2026
Lease Term Term of Rental(12)
Rent Includes Occupancy Only
Security Deposit $4,800
Required First MonthLast MonthDepositReferencesInsurance
Pets No
Pet Policy No Pets
Heating Oil, Central, Forced Air, Propane
Cooling None
Flooring None
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Washer, Dryer, Energy Star Qualified Refrigerator
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 1
Basement None
Laundry In Unit
Features Central Vacuum
Construction None
Architecture None
Roof None
Features Porch, Porch - Enclosed, Porch - Screened, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Porch, Enclosed, Screened
Garage Spaces 2
Has Garage Yes
Features None
Total Spaces 5

Utilities

Electric None
Water None
Sewer None
Gas None
Other None

Building & Pet Policy

Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type []
Sq Ft Source Measured
Documents None
County Essex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 17 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Rent
Year Built
1978
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
2,165 sq ft
Total Rooms
7
Entry Level
1

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring:
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Washer, Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator
Interior Features: Central Vacuum
Windows:
Basement:
Laundry: In Unit
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1978
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Oil, Central, Forced Air, Propane
Cooling:
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Sewer:
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Porch, Porch - Enclosed, Porch - Screened, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping
Patio & Porch: Porch, Enclosed, Screened
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 2
Total Parking Spaces: 5
Parking Features:

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Medical Facility, Highway Access, Private School, Public School
School District
Pentucket School District local
B+
School Safety 2024-25
1.4% Average
1.4% Suspensions
4.1% below state avg
E

Elementary Schools

3 schools
The Children's Castle
2.8 mi
Grades PK
B+
Dr. John C Page School
2.8 mi | #301 of 825 | Score: 50.8
Dropped 91 spots from last year
-7.5 below state avg
345 students Less Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades PK-06
C+
Elmer S Bagnall School
2.8 mi | #522 of 825 | Score: 44.1
Dropped 155 spots from last year
-14.1 below state avg
535 students Less Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades PK-06
M

Middle Schools

3 schools
B
Pentucket Regional Middle School
1.5 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
Georgetown Middle School
3.4 mi | #271 of 352 | Score: 34.5
Dropped 120 spots from last year
-23.7 below state avg
280 students Less Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades 06-08
C-
Dr. Paul Nettle Middle School
3.7 mi | #293 of 352 | Score: 32.3
Dropped 43 spots from last year
-25.9 below state avg
504 students Diverse
Grades 05-08
H

High Schools

3 schools
A
Pentucket Regional Senior High School
1.5 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
3.2 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
C+
Georgetown High School
3.4 mi | #234 of 346 | Score: 49.0
Dropped 221 spots from last year
-9.2 below state avg
216 students Moderate
15 sports • 624 athletes
Strong AP Program High Graduation Rate College Ready Curriculum Strong Athletics
Grades 09-12
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Neighborhood

40 Middle St, West Newbury MA 01985

West Newbury, MA 01985

Listing Information

Listing Agent Melissa Seiler
Listing Office Homie Realty Group
Office Phone 617-821-6390
Agent MLS ID CN249379
Office MLS ID AN8278
Listing Data Updated Aug 23, 2026 4:05 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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