Charming Hidden Gem with 1-Car Detached Garage—Close to Downtown Newburyport & Waterfront! Tucked away on a quiet side street, this attached single-family New England Classic offers a wonderful opportunity to enjoy the Newburyport lifestyle in one of the North Shore’s most beloved coastal communities. Sunlight fills the home, highlighting newly refinished, gleaming wood floors and a freshly painted interior throughout. The flexible layout offers two bedrooms, plus a first-floor guest bedroom option, home office, or additional living space. Features include updated quartz countertops in the kitchen, a working fireplace, a brick walkway leading to a private fenced backyard, basement with ample storage, walk-up attic, and a composite deck and brick patio—perfect for gatherings. Ideally located just a short walk to vibrant downtown, waterfront restaurants, the rail trail, and Cashman Park, and only an eight-minute drive to Plum Island Beach!
Sold for $750,000
$750,000
8 California St, Newburyport, MA 01950
2beds
1,122sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1850
2,257 Square Feet Lot
$749,700 Zestimate®
$668/sqft
$3,270 Estimated rent
Home value
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Working fireplaceWalk-up atticQuiet side streetSunlight fills the homeFreshly painted interior throughoutFlexible layoutBasement with ample storage
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Listed by:
Jill Mandragouras 508-843-6393,
RE/MAX Bentley's 978-572-1200
Bought with:
Kate Richard
J. Barrett & Company
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73508923
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Skylight, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Second
- Area: 182
- Dimensions: 14 x 13
Bedroom 2
- Features: Skylight, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Second
- Area: 182
- Dimensions: 14 x 13
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Half, Skylight, Lighting - Sconce, Pedestal Sink
- Level: Main,First
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - 3/4, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Sconce
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 196
- Dimensions: 14 x 14
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Lighting - Pendant
- Level: First
- Area: 110
- Dimensions: 10 x 11
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 196
- Dimensions: 14 x 14
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas, Other
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
- Laundry: In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- Vaulted Ceiling(s), Closet, Recessed Lighting, Slider, Den, Walk-up Attic, Internet Available - Broadband
- Flooring: Wood, Flooring - Hardwood
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Basement: Interior Entry,Concrete,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Dining Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,122
- Total interior livable area: 1,122 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,122
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached, Off Street, Deeded
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck - Exterior, Deck, Patio
- Exterior features: Deck, Patio, Fenced Yard
- Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed,Fenced
Lot
- Size: 2,257 Square Feet
- Features: Level, Other
Details
- Parcel number: M:0060 B:0031A L:0000,2088473
- Zoning: RES
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Other (See Remarks)
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1850
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, Marina, T-Station
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Newburyport
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $668/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $559,700
- Annual tax amount: $5,362
- Date on market: 5/19/2026
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/3/2026 | Sold | $750,000+10.5%$668/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73508923 Report a problem | ||
| 5/8/2026 | Contingent | $679,000$605/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73508923 Report a problem | ||
| 4/29/2026 | Listed for sale | $679,000+134.1%$605/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73508923 Report a problem | ||
| 7/15/2011 | Sold | $290,000-3.3%$258/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 4/13/2011 | Listing removed | $300,000$267/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX ON THE RIVER #71195244 Report a problem | ||
| 3/5/2011 | Listed for sale | $300,000+114.3%$267/sqft |
Source: Sharon Cronin #71195244 Report a problem | ||
| 12/19/1996 | Sold | $140,000+20.7%$125/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 4/15/1993 | Sold | $116,000$103/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,362 +5.4% | $559,700 +9.7% |
| 2024 | $5,085 +0.5% | $510,000 +8.2% |
| 2023 | $5,062 | $471,300 |
| 2022 | $5,062 +13.2% | $471,300 +33.2% |
| 2021 | $4,473 +0.4% | $353,900 +2% |
| 2020 | $4,454 +1.3% | $346,900 +3.2% |
| 2019 | $4,395 +3.4% | $336,000 +4.8% |
| 2018 | $4,250 +2.7% | $320,500 +4.2% |
| 2017 | $4,139 +3.3% | $307,700 +2.8% |
| 2016 | $4,008 +3.9% | $299,300 +3.5% |
| 2015 | $3,858 +7.4% | $289,200 +14% |
| 2014 | $3,591 +3.4% | $253,600 -2.8% |
| 2013 | $3,474 +4.1% | $260,800 |
| 2012 | $3,338 +2.8% | $260,800 -3% |
| 2011 | $3,246 -7.3% | $268,900 -10.4% |
| 2010 | $3,500 +1.9% | $300,200 -4.5% |
| 2009 | $3,435 +2.5% | $314,300 -5% |
| 2008 | $3,350 -0.4% | $330,700 -0.8% |
| 2007 | $3,364 +0.4% | $333,400 +2.1% |
| 2006 | $3,352 +5.1% | $326,700 +7.8% |
| 2005 | $3,189 +6.4% | $303,100 +44.5% |
| 2004 | $2,998 +4.7% | $209,800 |
| 2003 | $2,864 +4.1% | $209,800 |
| 2002 | $2,750 +25.6% | $209,800 +61.1% |
| 2000 | $2,189 +15.9% | $130,200 +14.8% |
| 1996 | $1,888 | $113,400 |
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: 0.7 mi
- 8/10Rupert A Nock Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 10/10Newburyport High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Bresnahan
- Middle: Nock
- High: Nhs
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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