Simply stunning! Dating to 1699, this exceptional center-entrance Colonial beautifully blends centuries of character with thoughtful modern updates. Offering 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths, this remarkable home exudes warmth and charm with wide pine floors, exposed beams, and oversized fireplaces.The well-appointed kitchen combines classic character with modern functionality, featuring a 6-burner Viking cooktop, double wall ovens—including one with convection—and a beverage refrigerator. The dining and living rooms each feature an oversized fireplace, creating inviting spaces for everyday living and entertaining. A tiled mud room, laundry, and a full bath round out the 1st floor.Upstairs, two generous bedrooms showcase the home’s distinctive character—one with original wood paneling and a fireplace, the other with a vaulted ceiling. A third bedroom or office with a large closet offers flexible living space. The full bath features a tiled shower and Jacuzzi tub.Thoughtfully updated while preserving its historic character and craftsmanship, this rare New England antique is complete with a brand-new septic system. Conveniently located near highway access, the library, local favorites like Scoops Ice Cream, and the shops, restaurants, and amenities of downtown Newburyport.A truly special home where history, character, and modern comfort come together! First showings at the Open House Sat. 8/29
For sale
$899,000
505 Main St, West Newbury, MA 01985
3beds
2,460sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1699
0.25 Acres Lot
$871,000 Zestimate®
$365/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Vaulted ceilingWell-appointed kitchenExposed beamsTiled mud roomTwo generous bedroomsOriginal wood panelingWide pine floors
- 2 days
- 648
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Listed by:
Amy Lance 617-347-6098,
RE/MAX Bentley's 978-572-1200
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73568427
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Beamed Ceilings, Flooring - Wood
- Level: Second
- Area: 252
- Dimensions: 14 x 18
Bedroom 2
- Features: Beamed Ceilings, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Closet, Flooring - Wood
- Level: Second
- Area: 270
- Dimensions: 15 x 18
Bedroom 3
- Features: Closet
- Level: Second
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub, Closet, Flooring - Vinyl
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 44
- Dimensions: 4 x 11
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Jacuzzi / Whirlpool Soaking Tub
- Level: Second
- Area: 77
- Dimensions: 7 x 11
Dining room
- Features: Beamed Ceilings, Flooring - Wood, Lighting - Pendant
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 252
- Dimensions: 14 x 18
Kitchen
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Dining Area, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Countertops - Upgraded, Cabinets - Upgraded, Exterior Access, Remodeled, Wine Chiller, Lighting - Overhead, Flooring - Engineered Hardwood
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 187
- Dimensions: 17 x 11
Living room
- Features: Beamed Ceilings, Flooring - Wood, French Doors, Exterior Access
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 252
- Dimensions: 14 x 18
Heating
- Baseboard, Oil
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Water Heater, Oven, Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Wine Refrigerator
- Laundry: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Main Level, First Floor, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- Mud Room
- Flooring: Wood, Tile, Vinyl, Pine, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Doors: French Doors
- Windows: Screens
- Basement: Interior Entry,Sump Pump,Dirt Floor
- Number of fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace features: Dining Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,460
- Total interior livable area: 2,460 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,460
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Off Street, Stone/Gravel
- Uncovered spaces: 3
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Patio, Screens
Lot
- Size: 0.25 Acres
- Features: Gentle Sloping
Details
- Parcel number: 2178523
- Zoning: RC
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1699
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Electric Oven, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Shopping, Walk/Jog Trails, Stable(s), Medical Facility, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: West Newbury
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $365/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $701,900
- Annual tax amount: $7,116
- Date on market: 8/26/2026
Estimated market value
$871,000
$827,000 - $915,000
$4,104/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/26/2026 | Listed for sale | $899,000+318.3%$365/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73568427 Report a problem | ||
| 4/29/1999 | Sold | $214,900$87/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,958 -6.9% | $644,300 -6.7% |
| 2024 | $7,474 +18.5% | $690,800 +20.8% |
| 2023 | $6,308 | $571,900 |
| 2022 | $6,308 +0.7% | $571,900 +35.8% |
| 2021 | $6,267 +3.2% | $421,200 |
| 2020 | $6,074 +5.3% | $421,200 +6.4% |
| 2019 | $5,770 +0.1% | $396,000 |
| 2018 | $5,766 +0.1% | $396,000 |
| 2017 | $5,762 -0.5% | $396,000 |
| 2016 | $5,793 +6.7% | $396,000 +14.4% |
| 2015 | $5,430 +1.9% | $346,100 +2.6% |
| 2014 | $5,329 +1.6% | $337,300 +1.3% |
| 2013 | $5,243 +9.3% | $332,900 +3% |
| 2012 | $4,795 -1.6% | $323,300 -9.3% |
| 2011 | $4,874 +4.5% | $356,300 -1.3% |
| 2010 | $4,664 -1.7% | $361,000 -8% |
| 2009 | $4,743 +7.4% | $392,600 +0.8% |
| 2008 | $4,417 +7.1% | $389,500 +1.9% |
| 2007 | $4,125 +11% | $382,300 +4.5% |
| 2006 | $3,717 +4.6% | $365,800 +4.7% |
| 2005 | $3,552 +8.4% | $349,300 +3.2% |
| 2004 | $3,278 +9.8% | $338,600 +38.6% |
| 2003 | $2,985 +17.2% | $244,300 +12.4% |
| 2001 | $2,547 -8.2% | $217,300 -0.2% |
| 2000 | $2,775 +1.8% | $217,800 +18% |
| 1996 | $2,727 | $184,600 |
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Neighborhood: 01985
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Page
- Middle: Pentucket
- High: Pentucket
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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