




438 Merrimac St, Newburyport, MA, 01950
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
Schools
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
