For sale

$988,000

38 Market St, Newburyport, MA 01950

3beds

1,617sqft

$6,245/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1830

1,742 Square Feet Lot

$969,700 Zestimate^®

$611/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

First floor laundryReal mudroomCheery colorsPlenty of sunshineDouble staircasesTwo gas fireplacesCustom trim and cabinetry

Plenty of sunshine and plenty of character in this unusually comfortable city antique. Two gas fireplaces, two outstandingly attractive, upscaled bathrooms, first floor laundry, double staircases, pine floors, and a walk-up attic for excellent storage. This home features updated utilities (electrical system, heating plant and hot water tank), plus a very private and roomy brick patio and that New England treasure, a real mudroom! Located in the North End of the city, this property in the midst of a very walkable neighborhood with easy access to downtown restaurants, shops, theaters and to the fabulous Merrimack River waterfront and the four-mile Clipper City Trail. Pine floors, cheery colors, bay windowed dining room, custom trim and cabinetry - all these features and more make a fine home!

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 2
Main level bathrooms: 1

Primary bedroom

Features: Beamed Ceilings, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wood
Level: Second
Area: 198
Dimensions: 16.5 x 12

Bedroom 2

Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood
Level: Second
Area: 161
Dimensions: 14 x 11.5

Bedroom 3

Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood
Level: Second
Area: 149.5
Dimensions: 13 x 11.5

Primary bathroom

Features: No

Bathroom 1

Features: Bathroom - 3/4, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Dryer Hookup - Electric, Washer Hookup
Level: Main,First
Area: 48
Dimensions: 8 x 6

Bathroom 2

Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Beamed Ceilings
Level: Second
Area: 57.6
Dimensions: 8 x 7.2

Dining room

Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
Level: Main,First
Area: 154
Dimensions: 14 x 11

Kitchen

Features: Flooring - Wood, Kitchen Island, Gas Stove
Level: Main,First
Area: 171
Dimensions: 14.25 x 12

Living room

Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood, Chair Rail, Wainscoting, Crown Molding
Level: Main,First
Area: 224
Dimensions: 16 x 14

Heating

Central, Forced Air, Oil

Cooling

Central Air, Window Unit(s)

Appliances

Included: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup

Features

Mud Room, Foyer, Walk-up Attic, Internet Available - Unknown
Flooring: Wood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Wood
Doors: Storm Door(s)
Windows: Insulated Windows, Screens
Basement: Partial,Interior Entry,Dirt Floor,Concrete,Unfinished
Number of fireplaces: 2
Fireplace features: Living Room, Master Bedroom

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,617
Total interior livable area: 1,617 sqft
Finished area above ground: 1,617

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 2
Parking features: Off Street, Tandem, Paved
Uncovered spaces: 2

Accessibility

Accessibility features: No

Features

Patio & porch: Enclosed
Exterior features: Patio - Enclosed, Screens, Fenced Yard, City View(s)
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed,Fenced
Has view: Yes
View description: City View(s), City
Waterfront features: Ocean, 1 to 2 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
Frontage length: 60.00

Lot

Size: 1,742 Square Feet
Features: Corner Lot, Level

Details

Parcel number: 2087372
Zoning: B3

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Colonial,Antique
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Frame
Foundation: Stone
Roof: Shingle

Condition

Year built: 1830

Utilities & green energy

Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public
Utilities for property: for Electric Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup

Community & HOA

Community

Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Public School, T-Station, Sidewalks
Subdivision: North End

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Newburyport

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $611/sqft
Tax assessed value: $882,900
Annual tax amount: $8,175
Date on market: 8/27/2026

Estimated market value

$969,700

$921,000 - $1.02M

$3,814/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
8/27/2026	Listed for sale	$988,000+252.9%$611/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73568967 Report a problem
8/12/2001	Sold	$280,000$173/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$8,217 +2.7%	$857,700 +6.9%
2024	$8,002 +7.6%	$802,600 +15.9%
2023	$7,440	$692,700
2022	$7,440 +8.1%	$692,700 +27.2%
2021	$6,884 -1.6%	$544,600
2020	$6,993 +3.6%	$544,600 +5.5%
2019	$6,753 +5%	$516,300 +6.4%
2018	$6,434 +0.6%	$485,200 +2.1%
2017	$6,394 +2.6%	$475,400 +2.2%
2016	$6,230 +4.5%	$465,300 +4.1%
2015	$5,963 +4%	$447,000 +10.4%
2014	$5,732 +5.9%	$404,800 -0.3%
2013	$5,411 +4.1%	$406,200
2012	$5,199 +3.9%	$406,200 -2%
2011	$5,005 +9.6%	$414,700 +5.8%
2010	$4,568 +1.3%	$391,800 -5%
2009	$4,508 +2.8%	$412,400 -4.7%
2008	$4,384 -4.3%	$432,800 -4.7%
2007	$4,583 +6.4%	$454,200 +8.1%
2006	$4,309 -0.7%	$420,000 +1.8%
2005	$4,338 +8%	$412,400 +46.7%
2004	$4,018 +4.7%	$281,200
2003	$3,838	$281,200