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Newburyport

Newburyport is among the smallest cities in the state and is felt with some justification by its residents to be among the most beautiful, retaining as it does a large number of spacious, gracious Federalist homes built with the whaling and clipper ship fortunes of this 19th century seaport.


The city is very proud of its history: proud of the fact that the first tea party in opposition to England's tax on tea was held in Newburyport, well before the more famous one in Boston, and pleased to be the birthplace of the United States Coast Guard since the first ship commissioned for the Coast Guard, the frigate Massachusetts, was built in the city. Protective of its heritage, the city launched a massive redevelopment scheme in the early 1960's, using state and federal funds to reclaim its historic neighborhoods of granite, brick and cobblestones and provide up-to-date infrastructure such as water and sewer renovations.


But however steeped in the past, the city did not neglect to prepare for a lively present and built an industrial park at the same time, which now houses diversified small industries. The city has a strong tourist industry and was the first community in the state to complete a master plan and a harbor plan. Its adjacent river is used for recreation and its old fire station now houses a theatre and restaurant.


Many residents of the heavily residential community commute daily to Boston, and wait in hopes that the last 9 miles of the railroad route between Boston and Newburyport will be completed soon. It is expected that the completion of that link would encourage the growth of the community. Residents are proud of the fact that many families have lived in the city for generations, and equally proud of the fact that the city welcomes newcomers and the new ideas they bring.

School System Info

MCAS Ranking (of 351 towns) in State:

10th Grade Math:

54  

 

10th Grade Eng:

52  

 

8th Grade Math:

136  

 

8th Grade Eng:

42  

 

8th Grade Science:

130  

 

4th Grade Math:

101  

 

4th Grade Eng:

110  

 

Spending/Student:

$9,450

Average SAT scores:

1625

Student/Teacher Ratios:

12.7 to 1

 

 

Community

Population:17,144 Median Income in town: $74,436 Population Density:
(people per square mile)

2092

 

 

Crime Rate (per 1000 residents):

Property: 14.8 / 1,000
Violent: 1.1 / 1,000

 

Real Estate

Number of active:

Singles/Condos/Multis: 17 / 0 / 0

Median home price this year: N/A Median home price last year:

$400,000

Median home price 5 yrs ago:

$450,000

% change since last year:

N/A

% change since 5 years ago:

-13%

Avg single family tax bill:

$4,925

 

Transportation

Rail info: (T stops, commuter rail stops)

Newburyport (Newburyport/Rockport Line)

Subway info:

subway

Bus lines:

bus

Miles to Boston:

37

Drive time to Boston (minutes):

48

Rail time to Boston:

65

 

 

RECENT LISTING

TYPE:

Land

PRICE:

$159,000

One of the few buildable sites left on the Island. Approved for a three bedroom home on pilings, subject to city and state regulations. Quiet area of year round homes with direct access to swimming, boating, kayaking, birding and fishing. 1 hr to Boston, train and bus services, minutes to intown Newburyport.  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$619,000

A quintessential beach house with all the amenities of a home (3 full bedrooms, two car garage, basement and double lot with possibility for an additional living space, and an open level yard - all rare finds in one home on PI). This bright and sunny home has tons of windows and a great open floor plan for entertaining. Enjoy ocean and dune views from this tranquil Reservation Terrace setting, with three decks, and wonderful gardens and rose bushes all just one house away from the beach.  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$275,000

Invest in this cozy cottage/beach house! Open floor plan featuring wood stove, skylight, pine floors. Laundry area leading out to fenced yard with private outdoor shower. Walking distance to beach at end of road. Enjoy the island.  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$599,000

Year round living at Lighthouse Point, sweeping views of the mouth of Merrimac out to the Atlantic. Panoramic views from Cape Ann to the Isle of Shoals, from 3rd floor roof deck. Landmark house directly accross from Lighthouse enjoy the beach and full playground out the back door. This property is offered in combination with a Plum Island Restaurant business Plum Crazy for a combined price of just $1,249,900 for a fully equiped turn key Restaurant sign on property, buy a lifestyle!  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$1,550,000

Take in the beautiful sunsets, kayak from the beach or simply relax in this sensational Victorian-style waterfront home with breathtaking views of the basin. Exquisitely crafted 3-4 BR property features elegant details throughout - custom-built cabinetry, gourmet kitchen w/top of the line appliances, open living/dining area w/ impressive stone fplc., victorian-style plumbing fixtures, luxurious master suite w/private sun porch, lightning arrestor system & detached 2-car garage, a rarity on PI!  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$799,900

This fabulous 4 bdrm home with 2 car garage on double lot was rebuilt in 2008 and features an open floor plan, bamboo flooring, fire-placed living room, central air, and mahogany decks with views of the water. The kitchen has custom reclaimed teak cabinets, quartz counters, & stainless steel island with teak in-lay. GE cook top, Jenn-Air fridge, wall oven and dw. Master suite has vaulted ceilings, stunning views, and balcony. Master bath has over-sized shower, soaking tub and mahogany vanity.  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$549,900

Reservation Terrace getaway. Panoramic beach and ocean views from this casually contemporary Plum Island Getaway. With great open kitchen /living area with cathedral ceilings and huge windows this 2 bedroom home with wraparound decks is the perfect place to view the sunset, all this and a garage too.  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$677,700

An Island paradise with spectacular views! The large roof deck provides breath taking views of the Ocean, the Basin, and Nbpt Harbor. Completely renovated in 2008 this Developers own home boasts Natural Cherry Kitchen cabinets with Granite counter tops and Stainless appliances, Marble wrapped bathrooms, Travertine Tile floors throughout, a wood burning fireplace, and much more... to much to list it all! And... the ability to add 1000 more square feet of living space above the garage!!!  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$695,000

EASY LIVING in this open span seaside beach house . Enjoy waking up to magnificent sun rises, views to Cape Ann, the mountains in Maine and the Isle of Shoals. mouth. Great bass and blue fishing just a short distance down the path to the South Jetty, sea birding and surfing to enjoy in and off season. High demand rental area . The two car garage under with interior access makes this year round home a rare gem on Plum Island.  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$849,900

Welcome to 8 Julia St, Plum Island. This dramatic, hi style, 2000 square foot custom built home is truly one of a kind. With a design sensibility akin to that of The Delano Miami, and Ian Schrager, this home takes advantage of the amazing light and vistas of Plum Island. The materials including Pella windows and doors, steel beam construction, a large custom sweeping staircase, and Viking kitchen appliances, as well as black and white marble kitchen and baths make a visionary design statement.  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$219,000

Cozy cottage all renovated with open floor plan. Just steps to three beaches. Nearby lighthouse, boardwalk, park and restaurant. 6 off street parking spaces. Great small home or weekend vacation escape or rental investment opportunity. This home offers additional room to be used as bedroom or office. Subject to Lender Approval.  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$679,900

New construction! Superb quality inside and out this 2000+ sq. ft. contemporary Colonial with extensive basin and ocean views. Open first floor plan with granite kitchen, 3 large bedrooms including master bedroom with balcony. Hardwood floors throughout, central air, double lot and more.  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$599,828

LOCATION!!! You are STEPS to the OCEAN here! Your Plum Island oasis awaits you! This home offers a fantastic open floor plan, sought after double lot that has been professionally landscaped and maintained. Solid construction and a GREAT INVESTMENT! Fantastic for entertaining, large deck, balcony on the second flr w/ocean view, huge 2 car garage with bonus space above - added potential. BEACH renters would love! Relax and enjoy your peaceful surroundings! Life is a beach!  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$899,000

GREAT INVESTMENT PROPERTY! ANNUAL INCOME $70K yr. 1920 vintage PI cottage is one of the oldest. Built as seasonal w/architectural features designed to take advantage of the seaside location. Distinctive wrap around porch provides shade & shelter after a long day at the beach. Pocket windows disappear into the walls to take advantage of summer breeze. Expansive windows bring the outdoors inside, transforming the cottage to an ''on the water'' experience. Incl deeded rights to 2 add'l lots  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$1,250,000

BUILD YOUR DREAM HOUSE! APPROVED TO BE BUILT 2600+ sq foot home (plus 700sqft of deck space) with up to 4 bedrooms, 4 baths and 2 fireplaces with a flexible floor plan. You have many options including adding an elevator and roof top deck! Nice level lot with beautiful views of the harbor and Newburyport skyline. All the required Conservation, City and State approvals in place. VACATION WHERE YOU LIVE.....spectacular sunsets, moor your boat, kayak and private beach area.  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$499,900

Lovely Nantucket Gambrel on Plum Island. Beautifully fenced landscaped yard, porch leading to an eat-in kitchen, cozy sitting room with Jotel gas stove, hardwood flooring, great room with fireplace and dining area, private balcony off master bedroom, good storage, central a/c, work shed with electricity, and beautiful open staircase.  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$259,900

Sweet knotty pine Plum Island beach house. Excellent tucked away location close to dunes and ocean. Buyer to assume water/sewer betterment.  



TYPE:

Single Family

PRICE:

$269,000

Rustic cottage, requiring complete rehab or teardown, close to dunes..short walk to the ocean. Unique, enchanting appeal. sold as is. buyer to assume sewer/water betterment.  






 

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