All the charm of Newburyport with a brick driveway and private garden! Welcome to 86 Federal Street. Tucked away in one of Newburyport’s most unbeatable locations, this charming attached single-family home perfectly balances the convenience of in-town living with historic character. Come inside and discover light-filled rooms, warm wood floors, and comfortable living areas that instantly make you feel at home. You’ll love the flexible first floor plan with family room and dining area where everyone loves to gather for casual dinners and book club. Head upstairs to a second floor with two bedrooms and the sweetest sunny reading room, the perfect retreat for afternoon tea or quiet workdays. The third floor offers a flexible third bedroom, art studio or hang out room. Outside, you’ll enjoy a private oasis where mature landscaping creates a peaceful escape rarely found this close to town. With a walk score of 91, you’ll quickly discover the best way to experience Newburyport is on foot!
Sold for $900,000
$900,000
86 Federal St, Newburyport, MA 01950
3beds
1,782sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1800
2,480 Square Feet Lot
$903,300 Zestimate®
$505/sqft
$3,813 Estimated rent
Home value
$903,300
$831,000 - $985,000
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Private gardenFlexible first floor planSunny reading roomBrick drivewayLight-filled roomsWarm wood floors
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Listed by:
Alissa Christie 978-494-3807,
RE/MAX Bentley's 978-572-1200
Bought with:
Rachel Abdulla
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73518166
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: First
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: First
Bedroom 3
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood
- Level: Third
Primary bathroom
- Features: No
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - 3/4, Bathroom - With Shower Stall
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Half, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Wood, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Main,First
Kitchen
- Level: First
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Wood, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Main,First
Office
- Features: Flooring - Wood
- Level: Second
Heating
- Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Features
- Home Office
- Flooring: Wood, Tile, Flooring - Wood
- Basement: Full,Walk-Out Access,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,782
- Total interior livable area: 1,782 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,782
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Off Street, Assigned
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Deck, Garden
- Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed
- Waterfront features: Ocean, River, 1/2 to 1 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
Lot
- Size: 2,480 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: M:0015 B:0020 L:0000,2084915
- Zoning: R
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: 1800
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, 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: $505/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $849,700
- Annual tax amount: $7,861
- Date on market: 7/14/2026
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/31/2026 | Sold | $900,000-3.1%$505/sqft |
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| 7/30/2026 | Pending sale | $929,000$521/sqft |
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| 7/14/2026 | Contingent | $929,000$521/sqft |
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| 6/12/2026 | Price change | $929,000-6.1%$521/sqft |
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| 5/13/2026 | Listed for sale | $989,000+127.4%$555/sqft |
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| 10/30/2003 | Sold | $435,000+74%$244/sqft |
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| 5/31/2000 | Sold | $250,000+67.8%$140/sqft |
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| 1/16/1998 | Sold | $149,000$84/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,423 +5.5% | $774,800 +9.8% |
| 2024 | $7,036 -0.8% | $705,700 +6.9% |
| 2023 | $7,093 | $660,400 |
| 2022 | $7,093 +11.5% | $660,400 +31.2% |
| 2021 | $6,364 +0.9% | $503,500 +2.5% |
| 2020 | $6,306 +2.2% | $491,100 +4.1% |
| 2019 | $6,171 +3.4% | $471,800 +4.9% |
| 2018 | $5,966 +2.5% | $449,900 +4% |
| 2017 | $5,820 +3.5% | $432,700 +3% |
| 2016 | $5,625 +5% | $420,100 +4.6% |
| 2015 | $5,359 +8.8% | $401,700 +15.5% |
| 2014 | $4,925 +1.7% | $347,800 -4.4% |
| 2013 | $4,844 +4.1% | $363,700 |
| 2012 | $4,655 +2.8% | $363,700 -3.1% |
| 2011 | $4,529 +5.9% | $375,200 +2.3% |
| 2010 | $4,276 +4.2% | $366,700 -2.3% |
| 2009 | $4,103 +2.4% | $375,400 -5.1% |
| 2008 | $4,006 -10.1% | $395,500 -10.5% |
| 2007 | $4,458 +6.7% | $441,800 +8.5% |
| 2006 | $4,179 -0.7% | $407,300 +1.8% |
| 2005 | $4,210 +22.1% | $400,200 +65.9% |
| 2004 | $3,448 +4.7% | $241,300 |
| 2003 | $3,294 +4.1% | $241,300 |
| 2002 | $3,163 +33.2% | $241,300 +70.8% |
| 2000 | $2,375 +18.5% | $141,300 +17.4% |
| 1996 | $2,005 | $120,400 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 01950
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Edward G. Molin Elementary SchoolGrades: 4-5Distance: 1 mi
- 8/10Rupert A Nock Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1 mi
- 10/10Newburyport High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Bresnahan
- 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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- Massachusetts
- Essex County
- Newburyport
- 01950
- 86 Federal St
