492 Merrimac St

$2,450,000
Price
5
Beds
3,248 Sq. Ft.
$754 / Sq. Ft.
3,248
Sq. Ft.
$754
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Welcome to 492 Merrimac Street, a unique & thoughtfully renovated home in the heart of Newburyport. This spacious property offers 11 rooms, including 5 beds, 3 full baths & 1.5 bath, blending charm, comfort, & modern functionality. The main level includes a convenient laundry room, and the attached heated garage accommodates up to 4 vehicles or boats, ideal for hobbyists or extra storage. Above the garage, a potential Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) offers flexible space for guests, extended family,...Welcome to 492 Merrimac Street, a unique & thoughtfully renovated home in the heart of Newburyport. This spacious property offers 11 rooms, including 5 beds, 3 full baths & 1.5 bath, blending charm, comfort, & modern functionality. The main level includes a convenient laundry room, and the attached heated garage accommodates up to 4 vehicles or boats, ideal for hobbyists or extra storage. Above the garage, a potential Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) offers flexible space for guests, extended family, or rental income. The private backyard retreat features a heated pool with a new liner, a brand-new patio, & a cozy firepit for year-round enjoyment. A detached pool house adds further value with its own kitchen & bathroom. Additional highlights include durable metal roofing that combines modern efficiency with long-lasting style, making this a rare opportunity to own a one-of-a-kind, multi-functional & multigenerational property in highly desirable Newburyport. 1 year builders warranty

Property Details for 492 Merrimac Street

Town
Newburyport
Area
MA-Newburyport
Architectural Style
Cape
Style
Cape
Garage Spaces
4
Parking Spaces
6.00
Parking Spaces Total
10
LISTING UPDATED: 11/02/2025 04:07 AM

Property Details for 492 Merrimac Street

StatusActive
MLS #73409873
Days on Market126
Taxes$8,375 / year
HOA Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Detached
Year Built1941
CountyEssex County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Fitzgerald Real Estate, Todd G. Fitzgerald
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Building Information for 492 Merrimac Street

Stories-Year Built1941Building Size-Lot Size0.93 AC / 40,510 SF

Payment Calculator

$12,804 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$12,106

Property Taxes

$698

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 492 Merrimac Street

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Highway Access, Marina, Public School
  • Living Area: 3248.0
  • Color: Gray
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Year Built Details: Actual,Renovated Since
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Location/School
  • Grade School: Edward G Molin
  • High School: Newburyport Hs
  • Middle School: Rupert A Nock
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Basement Features: Full, Finished, Interior Access, Bulkhead
  • Num of Baths: 4.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 3
  • Num of Half Baths: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 3.50
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 4
  • FireplaceFeatures: Living Room
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
  • Interior Features: Bathroom - Full, Dining Area, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Mud Room, Office, Live-in Help Quarters
  • Laundry Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Sink, First Floor
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • SpaYN: No
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Deck - Composite, Patio, Pool - Inground Heated, Storage Shed, Sprinkler System, Guest House
  • Exterior Features: Pool - Inground Heated, Guest House, Storage Shed, Sprinkler System, Deck, Deck - Composite, Patio
  • Lot Description: Wooded, Level
  • Other Structures: Guest House
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Deck - Composite, Patio
  • Pool Features: Pool - Inground Heated
  • Pool Private: Yes
  • Roof Material: Metal
  • Waterfront Features: Stream
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 4.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Heated, Storage, Work Area, Side Entry, Oversized Parking, Paved Drive, Paved Driveway
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Heated, Storage, Work Area, Side Entry, Oversized Parking, Paved Drive, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Features: Heated, Work Area, Side Entry, Oversized Parking, Paved Driveway
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 182.6
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Bathroom - Full,Closet
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 11.0
  • Primary Bedroom Level: First Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 16.6
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 163.5
  • Bedroom2 Length: 10.9
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom2 Width: 15.0
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Area: 163.5
  • Bedroom3 Length: 10.9
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom3 Width: 15.0
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Area: 47.25
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Closet,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Bathroom1 Length: 7.5
  • Bathroom1 Level: Main,First
  • Bathroom1 Width: 6.3
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Dryer Hookup - Gas,Washer Hookup
  • Bathroom2 Level: First
Bathroom 3
  • Bathroom3 Area: 57.77
  • Bathroom3 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Bathroom3 Length: 5.3
  • Bathroom3 Level: Second
  • Bathroom3 Width: 10.9
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 156.0
  • Dining Room Features: Remodeled,Wainscoting,Crown Molding
  • Dining Room Length: 13.0
  • Dining Room Level: Main,First
  • Dining Room Width: 12.0
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 101.399999999
  • Kitchen Features: Kitchen Island,Deck - Exterior,Remodeled,Stainless Steel Appliances,Gas Stove
  • Kitchen Length: 13.0
  • Kitchen Level: Main,First
  • Kitchen Width: 7.8
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 162.41
  • Room Living Room Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Remodeled,Wainscoting,Crown Molding
  • Room Living Room Length: 14.9
  • Room Living Room Level: Main,First
  • Room Living Room Width: 10.9
Other Room 1
  • Room Office Area: 64.701
  • Room Office Length: 9.1
  • Room Office Level: First
  • Room Office Width: 7.11
Property Information
Property Info
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Disclosures: Under documents
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: 069003000
  • Assessments: $840,000
  • Block: 0003
  • Book: 19049
  • Lot: 000
  • Map: 0069
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Zoning: Resident
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 5
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Cooling Zones: 3
  • Heat Zones: 3
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No

Property History for 492 Merrimac Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 29, 2025

Price Change

MLS PIN #73409873

$2,450,000—
Sep 15, 2025

Price Change

MLS PIN #73409873

$2,695,000—
Aug 11, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73409873

$2,895,000—
Oct 29, 2024

Sold

MLS PIN #73259758

$875,000—
Jul 9, 2024

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73259758

—
Jul 9, 2024

Contingent

MLS PIN #73259758

—
Jul 2, 2024

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73259758

$899,900—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/29/2025

Price Change

MLS PIN #73409873

$2,450,000
09/15/2025

Price Change

MLS PIN #73409873

$2,695,000
08/11/2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73409873

$2,895,000
10/29/2024

Sold

MLS PIN #73259758

$875,000
07/09/2024

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73259758

—
07/09/2024

Contingent

MLS PIN #73259758

—
07/02/2024

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73259758

$899,900

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Schools near 492 Merrimac Street

This home is within Newburyport School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 3
Public - 4 to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Francis T Bresnahan Elementary School
PublicPK to 3

Edward G. Molin Elementary School
Public4 to 5

Rupert A Nock Middle School
Public6 to 8

Newburyport High School
Public9 to 12

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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492 Merrimac Street is a single family home for sale in Newburyport, MA 01950. This property was listed for sale on August 11, 2025 by Fitzgerald Real Estate, it's currently listed at $2,450,000. It has been on the market for a total of 126 days and was last sold on October 29, 2024. This listing's school district is Newburyport School District. Nearby schools include Francis T Bresnahan Elementary School, Edward G. Molin Elementary School and Rupert A Nock Middle School. 492 Merrimac Street is a 5-bed, 4-bath, 3,248 sqft single family home built in 1941.

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Listing Courtesy of Fitzgerald Real Estate, Todd G. Fitzgerald

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