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438 Merrimac St, Newburyport, MA, 01950

4beds
3baths
2,753sqft
$1,350,000
$490price/sqft
$8,712/moest. monthly cost
$348,480/yrincome needed

About This Home

A RARE FIND this beautifully updated SINGLE FAMILY Colonial set on an EXPANSIVE LUSH HALF-ACRE LOT. Offering exceptional space for entertaining, play, or future possibilities such as expansion or an ADU, complete with a two-tiered deck and charming gazebo. Inside, the home features 3 bedrooms plus 2 flexible first-floor rooms ideal for an office, den, or add'l bdrms. Character shines with wide-plank pine and polished oak floors. The open living/dining area boasts a cathedral wood ceiling and WALLS of WINDOWS overlooking the HUGE YARD. Enjoy a custom kitchen, sun-filled family room with FIREPLACE AND BUILT INS, and glimpses of the river. DUAL STAIRCASES lead to the 2nd floor with PRIVATE PRIMARY SUITE, two addt'l bedrooms, 2nd full bath and laundry. Recent updates include a NEW 2026 heating system, central A/C, newer windows, and 2 CAR GARAGE (another rare find)—Just minutes from the vibrant downtown, this residence is a SERENE ESCAPE close to local parks, trails, marinas, and beaches

Getting Around

49
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
33
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

7/10
10/10
Newburyport High SchoolGrades 9-121.1 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1850

Materials

  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter,Stone
  • Roof: Shingle

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Colonial
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Gas Water Heater,Range,Oven,Dishwasher,Disposal,Refrigerator,Washer,Dryer
  • Laundry features: Second Floor,Electric Dryer Hookup,Washer Hookup

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Partial,Interior Entry,Bulkhead,Unfinished

Bathroom1

  • Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Closet - Linen, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Double Vanity
  • Level: Second

Bathroom2

  • Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Closet, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Bidet
  • Level: Second

Bathroom3

  • Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Level: First

Bedroom2

  • Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
  • Level: Second

Bedroom3

  • Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Attic Access
  • Level: Second

Bedroom4

  • Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Lighting - Overhead, Closet - Double
  • Level: Main,First

Bedroom5

  • Level: First

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Bathrooms: 3
  • Full bathrooms: 2
  • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
  • Main level bedrooms: 1

Dining Room

  • Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Sconce
  • Level: First

Family Room

  • Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting
  • Level: First

Features

  • Closet,Lighting - Overhead,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Pantry,Den,Home Office
  • Door features: French Doors
  • Window features: Bay/Bow/Box,Insulated Windows,Screens
  • Flooring: Wood,Tile,Hardwood,Pine,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Number of fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace features: Family Room
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Finished area above ground: 2,753

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Central,Forced Air,Natural Gas
  • Cooling features: Central Air

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 2,753
  • Total interior livable area: 2,753 sqft

Kitchen

  • Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Dining Area, Pantry, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Breakfast Bar / Nook, Recessed Lighting
  • Level: First

Living Room

  • Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Flooring - Hardwood, French Doors, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Sconce
  • Level: First

Master Bathroom

  • Features: Yes

Master Bedroom

  • Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Skylight, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting, Closet - Double, Pocket Door
  • Level: Second

Office

  • Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Lighting - Overhead
  • Level: First

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 2089005
  • Zoning: R

Features

  • Patio & porch: Deck,Deck - Wood
  • Exterior features: Deck,Deck - Wood,Rain Gutters,Screens,Gazebo,Garden,Invisible Fence,Stone Wall
  • Fencing: Invisible
  • Has view: Yes
  • View description: Water,River,Other Water View (See Remarks)
  • Has water view: Yes
  • Water view: River,Other (See Remarks),Water

Lot

  • Lot size: 0.47 Acres
  • Features: Level

Parking

  • Total spaces: 6
  • Parking features: Detached,Garage Door Opener,Workshop in Garage,Garage Faces Side,Paved Drive,Off Street,Paved
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Attached garage spaces: 2
  • Covered spaces: 2
  • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
  • Uncovered spaces: 4