NEW PRICE! Nestled in the heart of charming Merrimacport, this beautifully preserved 4,600 sq ft church offers a rare opportunity to create something truly extraordinary. With sweeping views of the river, this landmark invites you to bring your vision—and your architect—to transform it into a one-of-a-kind single-family home. The soaring architecture, character details, and dramatic presence provide the perfect backdrop for a custom residence that blends historic charm with modern living. While there is currently no parking, there is potential to add a 2-car garage on the lower level, adding convenience to this special property. Located minutes from Routes 95/495, downtown Newburyport, the beaches of Plum Island, and only 50 minutes north of Boston, the setting offers both tranquility and accessibility. Whether you dream of a grand private home or a distinctive project, this river-view gem presents a rare chance to own and reimagine a piece of Merrimacport history.
Sold for $480,000
$480,000
39 High St, Merrimac, MA 01860
0beds
4,675sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1870
8,120 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$103/sqft
$-- Estimated rent
Home value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Zestimate® history
Owner options
List your home for rent
Find your next renter with Zillow Rental Manager. Plus, with online applications, you can quickly screen prospective tenants – for free.
Refinance and save
$3,073/mo
Est. payment
Refinancing to a lower rate could help reduce your monthly payments and save thousands over the life of the loan.
$3,073/mo
Est. payment
Explore your selling options
Work with a Zillow partner agent
Leverage their expertise and Zillow's premium Showcase listings to get your home seen by more buyers.
Get startedList with your own agent
Get your home in front of millions of buyers by listing it on Zillow.
Learn how to do itSell it yourself
Take full control of how buyers see your home on Zillow by listing For Sale by Owner (FSBO).
List your homeWhat's special
River-view gemSoaring architectureCharacter details
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Wendy L. Willis 978-270-1872,
Keller Williams Realty Evolution 978-992-4050
Bought with:
Jess Rothenberg
Today Real Estate, Inc.
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73471487
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 0
- Bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Half
- Level: Basement
- Area: 35
- Dimensions: 7 x 5
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Half
- Level: Basement
- Area: 35
- Dimensions: 7 x 5
Kitchen
- Level: Basement
- Area: 198
- Dimensions: 18 x 11
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Dishwasher, Range, Refrigerator
Features
- Center Hall, Bonus Room, Foyer
- Flooring: Wood, Vinyl, Carpet
- Basement: Full
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,675
- Total interior livable area: 4,675 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 4,675
Property
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Exterior features: Porch
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Scenic View(s), Water, River
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: River,Water
Lot
- Size: 8,120 Square Feet
- Features: Corner Lot, Gentle Sloping
Details
- Parcel number: M:0030 B:0001 L:00001,2032887
- Zoning: SR
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Other (See Remarks)
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1870
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Shopping, Park, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Merrimac
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $103/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,165,300
- Date on market: 12/28/2025
- Listing terms: Contract
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/24/2026 | Sold | $480,000-3.8%$103/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73471487 Report a problem | ||
| 7/1/2026 | Pending sale | $499,000$107/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73471487 Report a problem | ||
| 4/25/2026 | Contingent | $499,000$107/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73471487 Report a problem | ||
| 4/17/2026 | Listed for sale | $499,000-7.4%$107/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73471487 Report a problem | ||
| 3/18/2026 | Contingent | $539,000$115/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73471487 Report a problem | ||
| 3/3/2026 | Price change | $539,000-6.9%$115/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73471487 Report a problem | ||
| 1/24/2026 | Listed for sale | $579,000$124/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73471487 Report a problem | ||
| 1/24/2026 | Listing removed | $579,000$124/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73435101 Report a problem | ||
| 10/30/2025 | Price change | $579,000-3.3%$124/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73435101 Report a problem | ||
| 9/24/2025 | Listed for sale | $599,000$128/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73435101 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Tax history is unavailable.
Neighborhood: 01860
Nearby homes
- $811,9003 bd1 ba1.6k sqft96 River Rd, Merrimac, MA 01860Off Market
- $707,6004 bd1 ba2.6k sqft37 High St, Merrimac, MA 01860Off Market
- $1,036,3003 bd3 ba2.5k sqft93 River Rd, Merrimac, MA 01860Off Market
- $753,5004 bd2 ba2.3k sqft36 High St, Merrimac, MA 01860Off Market
- $1,481,8005 bd3 ba3.6k sqft95 River Rd, Merrimac, MA 01860Off Market
- $761,4004 bd1 ba2k sqft98 River Rd, Merrimac, MA 01860Off Market
- $482,8002 bd1 ba1.1k sqft90 River Rd, Merrimac, MA 01860Off Market
- $1,050,0005 bd4 ba3.7k sqft97 River Rd, Merrimac, MA 01860Sold
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Helen R Donaghue SchoolGrades: 3-6Distance: 0.9 mi
- 6/10Pentucket Regional Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 3.2 mi
- 7/10Pentucket Regional Sr High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Merrimac Elem
- Middle: Pentucket Ms
- High: Pentucket Hs
Source: MLS PIN. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
Get pre-qualified for a loan
At Zillow Home Loans, we can pre-qualify you in as little as 5 minutes with no impact to your credit score.An equal housing lender. NMLS #10287.
- Massachusetts
- Essex County
- Merrimac
- 01860
- 39 High St
