$579,000
Price
Beds
4,675 Sq. Ft.
$124 / Sq. Ft.
4,675
Sq. Ft.
$124
per Sq. Ft.

Description

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...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.
  1. Listed by Wendy L. Willis • Keller Williams Realty Evolution

Property Details for 39 High Street

Town
Merrimac
MLS Area
Merrimacport
Area
MA-Merrimac-Merrimacport, MA-Merrimac
Architectural Style
Other (See Remarks)
Style
Other (See Remarks)
Garage Spaces
0
Parking Spaces
.00
LISTING UPDATED: 11/03/2025 03:48 AM

Property Details for 39 High Street

StatusActive
MLS #73435101
Days on Market82
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Detached
Year Built1870
CountyEssex County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Keller Williams Realty Evolution, Wendy L. Willis
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Building Information for 39 High Street

Stories-Year Built1870Building Size-Lot Size0.19 AC / 8,120 SF

Payment Calculator

$2,861 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,861

Property Taxes

$0

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 39 High Street

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Shopping, Park, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School
  • Living Area: 4675.0
  • Color: White
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: Yes
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Location/School
  • Grade School: Merrimac Elem
  • High School: Pentucket Hs
  • Middle School: Pentucket Ms
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Dishwasher, Range, Refrigerator
  • Basement Features: Full
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 0
  • Num of Half Baths: 2
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • FireplaceYN: No
  • Fireplaces: 0
  • Flooring: Wood, Vinyl, Carpet
  • Interior Features: Center Hall, Bonus Room, Foyer
  • SpaYN: No
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Porch
  • Exterior Features: Porch
  • Lot Description: Corner Lot, Gentle Sloping
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch
  • Roof Material: Shingle
  • View: Scenic View(s)
  • View: Yes
  • Waterview Features: River
Parking Features
  • Covered Spaces: .00
  • Garage: No
Utilities
  • Cooling: None
  • Cooling: No
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Area: 35.0
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Half
  • Bathroom1 Length: 7.0
  • Bathroom1 Level: Basement
  • Bathroom1 Width: 5.0
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Area: 35.0
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Half
  • Bathroom2 Length: 7.0
  • Bathroom2 Level: Basement
  • Bathroom2 Width: 5.0
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 198.0
  • Kitchen Length: 18.0
  • Kitchen Level: Basement
  • Kitchen Width: 11.0
Property Information
Property Info
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Disclosures: Taxes are TBD as property was not taxed as a church\
Tax Information
  • Listing Terms: Contract
  • Tax ID: M:0030 B:0001 L:00001,2032887
  • Assessments: $1,165,300
  • Book: 5011
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Zoning: SR
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 0
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Stone
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No

Property History for 39 High Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 30, 2025

Price Change

MLS PIN #73435101

$579,000
Sep 24, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73435101

$599,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/30/2025

Price Change

MLS PIN #73435101

$579,000
09/24/2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73435101

$599,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 39 High Street

Taxable ValueLand$428,100Additions$737,200Total$1,165,300
Home Facts
Baths2Total Finished SqFt4,675 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt4,675 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt1,620 SqFtStories2Lot Size8,120 SqFtStyleReligiousYear Built1976ZoningSRCountyESSEXAPNMERR M:0030 B:0001 L:00001

Schools near 39 High Street

This home is within Pentucket School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - 3 to 6
Public - 7 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - PK to 2
Rating
School
Distance
Helen R Donaghue School
Public3 to 6

Pentucket Regional Middle School
Public7 to 8

Pentucket Regional Sr High School
Public9 to 12

Dr Frederick N Sweetsir School
PublicPK to 2

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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39 High Street is a single family home for sale in Merrimac, MA 01860. This property was listed for sale on September 24, 2025 by Keller Williams Realty Evolution, it's currently listed at $579,000. This listing's school district is Pentucket School District. Nearby schools include Helen R Donaghue School, Pentucket Regional Middle School and Pentucket Regional Sr High School. 39 High Street is a 0-bed, 2-bath, 4,675 sqft single family home built in 1870.

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