Experience unparalleled waterfront living in this iconic Newburyport residence, featuring private water frontage on the Merrimack River and stunning, ever-changing views. Perched on over half an acre, this exquisite 7-bedroom, 4.5-bath home blends historic elegance with modern luxury. The spacious chef’s kitchen, complete with a river-facing breakfast nook, flows seamlessly into formal and informal living areas, perfect for both everyday living and entertaining. Enjoy breathtaking sunsets from the walk-out wraparound deck or cozy up by the roaring fireplace in winter. The luxurious master suite boasts a marble bath, walk-in dressing room, and river views. With high ceilings, large windows, gleaming wood floors, and central AC, this home offers the perfect balance of historic charm and contemporary convenience. Additional features include a sunlit study, a large fenced yard, a 2-car garage, and private mooring—creating an extraordinary waterfront retreat just minutes from downtown.
Sold for $1,880,000
$1,880,000
3 Spofford St, Newburyport, MA 01950
7beds
4,620sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1820
0.58 Acres Lot
$1,909,900 Zestimate®
$407/sqft
$7,194 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,909,900
$1.74M - $2.10M
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Roaring fireplaceCentral acWalk-out wraparound deckPrivate mooringLuxurious master suiteMarble bathRiver-facing breakfast nook
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Vincent Forzese 978-273-1063,
Realty One Group Nest 978-255-4394,
Erin Connolly 978-873-1942
Bought with:
Willis and Smith Group
Keller Williams Realty Evolution
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73346208
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 7
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 225
- Dimensions: 15 x 15
Bedroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 224
- Dimensions: 14 x 16
Bedroom 3
- Features: Fireplace, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 225
- Dimensions: 15 x 15
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Level: Third
- Area: 210
- Dimensions: 14 x 15
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Level: Third
- Area: 210
- Dimensions: 14 x 15
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Fireplace, Flooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
- Level: Second
Bathroom 3
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
- Area: 210
- Dimensions: 14 x 15
Family room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Balcony / Deck
- Level: First
- Area: 240
- Dimensions: 15 x 16
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Pantry, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
- Level: First
- Area: 240
- Dimensions: 15 x 16
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
- Area: 240
- Dimensions: 15 x 16
Heating
- Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
Features
- Bathroom - Full, Bedroom, Bonus Room
- Flooring: Wood, Tile, Carpet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Doors: Insulated Doors
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Basement: Full,Walk-Out Access,Interior Entry,Radon Remediation System
- Number of fireplaces: 8
- Fireplace features: Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,620
- Total interior livable area: 4,620 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 4,620
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Detached, Off Street
- Garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch, Covered
- Exterior features: Porch, Covered Patio/Deck, Professional Landscaping, Fenced Yard
- Fencing: Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Scenic View(s), Water, River
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: River,Water
- Waterfront features: Waterfront, River
Lot
- Size: 0.58 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: M:0072 B:0018 L:0000,2089293
- Zoning: RES
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Slate
Condition
- Year built: 1820
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Electric Oven
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, T-Station
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Newburyport
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $407/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,894,200
- Annual tax amount: $18,146
- Date on market: 12/10/2025
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/29/2025 | Sold | $1,880,000-14.5%$407/sqft |
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| 4/19/2025 | Contingent | $2,199,900$476/sqft |
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| 3/17/2025 | Listed for sale | $2,199,900-2.2%$476/sqft |
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| 11/22/2024 | Listing removed | $2,250,000$487/sqft |
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| 10/15/2024 | Price change | $2,250,000-9.8%$487/sqft |
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| 9/17/2024 | Listed for sale | $2,495,000+124.8%$540/sqft |
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| 11/26/2018 | Sold | $1,110,000-7.1%$240/sqft |
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| 10/26/2018 | Pending sale | $1,195,000$259/sqft |
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| 9/28/2018 | Listed for sale | $1,195,000$259/sqft |
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| 9/28/2018 | Pending sale | $1,195,000$259/sqft |
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| 9/4/2018 | Pending sale | $1,195,000$259/sqft |
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| 8/1/2018 | Listed for sale | $1,195,000-11.5%$259/sqft |
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| 12/7/2017 | Listing removed | $1,350,000$292/sqft |
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| 7/21/2017 | Price change | $1,350,000-5.3%$292/sqft |
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| 6/19/2017 | Listed for sale | $1,425,000+23.9%$308/sqft |
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| 6/19/2013 | Listing removed | $1,150,000$249/sqft |
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| 2/4/2013 | Price change | $1,150,000-4.1%$249/sqft |
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| 12/21/2012 | Price change | $1,199,7000%$260/sqft |
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| 12/16/2012 | Price change | $1,199,8000%$260/sqft |
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| 10/12/2012 | Price change | $1,199,9000%$260/sqft |
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| 7/11/2012 | Listed for sale | $1,199,999+0.1%$260/sqft |
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| 7/22/2010 | Listing removed | $1,199,000$260/sqft |
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| 6/23/2010 | Price change | $1,199,000-7.7%$260/sqft |
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| 5/25/2010 | Listed for sale | $1,299,000+8.3%$281/sqft |
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| 10/23/2009 | Listing removed | $1,199,000-7.7%$260/sqft |
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| 8/28/2008 | Sold | $1,299,000+125.9%$281/sqft |
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| 7/15/1996 | Sold | $575,000+9.5%$124/sqft |
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| 2/24/1987 | Sold | $525,000$114/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $18,146 +4% | $1,894,200 +8.2% |
| 2024 | $17,448 +0.7% | $1,750,100 +8.4% |
| 2023 | $17,335 | $1,614,100 |
| 2022 | $17,335 +11.7% | $1,614,100 +31.4% |
| 2021 | $15,523 +5.1% | $1,228,100 +6.7% |
| 2020 | $14,772 -24.1% | $1,150,500 -22.7% |
| 2019 | $19,455 +5.4% | $1,487,400 +6.8% |
| 2018 | $18,467 -0.3% | $1,392,700 +1.2% |
| 2017 | $18,518 +0.8% | $1,376,800 +0.3% |
| 2016 | $18,378 +5.5% | $1,372,500 +5.1% |
| 2015 | $17,415 +4.1% | $1,305,500 +10.5% |
| 2014 | $16,736 +9.1% | $1,181,900 +2.6% |
| 2013 | $15,346 +4.1% | $1,152,100 |
| 2012 | $14,747 +4.2% | $1,152,100 -1.7% |
| 2011 | $14,153 -8.5% | $1,172,600 -11.6% |
| 2010 | $15,474 +19.5% | $1,327,100 +12% |
| 2009 | $12,950 +4.6% | $1,184,800 -3% |
| 2008 | $12,377 -8.3% | $1,221,800 -8.7% |
| 2007 | $13,497 +1.2% | $1,337,700 +2.9% |
| 2006 | $13,339 +8.2% | $1,300,100 +11% |
| 2005 | $12,326 +12.2% | $1,171,700 +52.5% |
| 2004 | $10,982 -4.7% | $768,500 -8.9% |
| 2003 | $11,519 +7.2% | $843,900 +2.9% |
| 2002 | $10,750 +17% | $820,000 +50% |
| 2000 | $9,187 +25.2% | $546,500 +24% |
| 1996 | $7,339 | $440,800 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 01950
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Francis T Bresnahan Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-3Distance: 1 mi
- 8/10Rupert A Nock Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.9 mi
- 10/10Newburyport High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Bresnahan/Molin
- Middle: Nock
- High: Newburyport
Source: MLS PIN. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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