3,232 Sq. Ft.
$371 / Sq. Ft.
3,232
Sq. Ft.
$371
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Must be seen! This beautifully restored farmhouse blends timeless character with modern comfort. Warm tones evoke the feeling of candle light. Gather in the European Pub by the roaring fire! High ceilings and original details pair with updated systems, including a high-efficiency boiler, dual water heaters, hi-velocity heating and air conditioning, plus new electrical and plumbing. The brand-new kitchen and two new baths mean nothing needs to be done, yet there is plenty of opportunity to make it...Must be seen! This beautifully restored farmhouse blends timeless character with modern comfort. Warm tones evoke the feeling of candle light. Gather in the European Pub by the roaring fire! High ceilings and original details pair with updated systems, including a high-efficiency boiler, dual water heaters, hi-velocity heating and air conditioning, plus new electrical and plumbing. The brand-new kitchen and two new baths mean nothing needs to be done, yet there is plenty of opportunity to make it your own. Incredible outdoor space features a stone fireplace and live-fire cooking station, perfect for entertaining. Ideally located, just 24 miles to Portsmouth, 34 miles to Boston, and about an hour to Portland. Only 7 minutes from Newburyport and 3 miles to the nearest marina, offering easy access to Ipswich, Gloucester, and the Atlantic Ocean. Plum Island beaches are just 6 miles away, making this the perfect blend of historic charm, modern amenities, and an unbeatable location.

Listing Agent

  1. Alan DeAngelo

    Alan DeAngelo

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    alan.deangelo@compass.com

    P: (617)-212-8333

Property Details for 78 Elm Street

Town
Newbury
MLS Area
Byfield
Area
MA-Newbury-Byfield, MA-Newbury
Architectural Style
Colonial, Farmhouse
Style
Garden, Colonial, Farmhouse
Garage Spaces
0
Parking Spaces
8.00
Parking Spaces Total
8
LISTING UPDATED: 12/01/2025 12:07 PM

Property Details for 78 Elm Street

StatusSold
MLS #73429325
Days on Market51
Taxes$5,667 / year
HOA Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Detached
Year Built1790
CountyEssex County

Location

Sold By Compass, Hackett & Glessner; Compass, Charlotte Press

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Building Information for 78 Elm Street

Stories-Year Built1790Building Size-Lot Size1.15 AC / 50,094 SF

Payment Calculator

$6,321 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$5,849

Property Taxes

$472

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 78 Elm Street

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf Course, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, T-Station
  • Current Financing: Conv. Fixed
  • Living Area: 3232.0
  • Color: White
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Approximate,Renovated Since
  • Year Built Source: Owner
Location/School
  • Grade School: Newbury Elementary
  • High School: Triton Regional High
  • Middle School: Triton Regional Middle
  • Neighborhood: Byfield
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater, Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Water Treatment, Wine Refrigerator, Range Hood, Water Softener, Plumbed For Ice Maker
  • Basement Features: Full, Dirt Floor, Unfinished Basement
  • Num of Baths: 3.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 2
  • Num of Half Baths: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.50
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • FireplaceFeatures: Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 8
  • Flooring: Wood, Pine, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Flooring - Wood
  • Interior Features: Closet, Wet bar, Pantry, Countertops - Upgraded, Cabinets - Upgraded, Bonus Room, Kitchen, Sauna/Steam/Hot Tub, Walk-up Attic, Wired for Surround Sound, Internet Available - Broadband
  • Interior Features: Sauna/Steam/Hot Tub, Wired for Surround Sound, Internet Available - Broadband, Security System, Other(See Remarks)
  • Laundry Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Second Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
  • Primary Bath: Yes
  • SpaYN: No
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows, Storm Window(s)
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Patio, Rain Gutters, Storage Shed, Greenhouse, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Garden, Invisible Fence, Stone Wall, ET Irrigation Controller
  • Exterior Features: Invisible Fence, Greenhouse, Storage Shed, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Garden Area, Stone Wall, Patio, ET Irrigation Controller
  • Fencing: Invisible
  • Lot Description: Cleared, Level
  • Other Structures: Greenhouse
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Roof Material: Shingle
Parking Features
  • Covered Spaces: .00
  • Garage: No
  • Garage Parking: Paved Drive, Off-Street, Improved Driveway, Paved Driveway
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off-Street, Improved Driveway, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Features: Off-Street, Improved Driveway, Paved Driveway
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air, 3 or More, Other (See Remarks)
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • Green Energy Efficient: Thermostat
  • Green WaterC onservation: ET Irrigation Controller
  • Heating: Central, Radiant, Natural Gas, Hydro Air, Fireplace
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: Private Sewerage
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 248.034722222
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Walk-In Closet(s),Closet,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Wood,Window(s) - Stained Glass,Chair Rail,Closet - Double,Decorative Molding
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 15.583333333
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 15.916666666
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 237.5
  • Bedroom2 Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Wood,Chair Rail,Lighting - Overhead
  • Bedroom2 Length: 15.833333333
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom2 Width: 15.0
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Area: 275.0
  • Bedroom3 Features: Fireplace,Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Wood,Closet - Double
  • Bedroom3 Length: 18.333333333
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom3 Width: 15.0
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom4 Area: 387.916666666
  • Bedroom4 Features: Beamed Ceilings,Vaulted Ceiling(s),Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Lighting - Overhead
  • Bedroom4 Length: 15.833333333
  • Bedroom4 Level: Third
  • Bedroom4 Width: 24.5
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Area: 16.0
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Wood,Lighting - Overhead
  • Bathroom1 Length: 4.0
  • Bathroom1 Level: First
  • Bathroom1 Width: 4.0
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Area: 45.222222222
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - 3/4,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Recessed Lighting,Pedestal Sink
  • Bathroom2 Length: 7.333333333
  • Bathroom2 Level: Second
  • Bathroom2 Width: 6.166666666
Bathroom 3
  • Bathroom3 Area: 145.0
  • Bathroom3 Features: Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Jacuzzi / Whirlpool Soaking Tub,Low Flow Toilet,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled,Steam / Sauna
  • Bathroom3 Length: 7.5
  • Bathroom3 Level: Second
  • Bathroom3 Width: 19.333333333
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 237.645833333
  • Dining Room Features: Flooring - Wood,Chair Rail,Remodeled,Wine Chiller,Lighting - Overhead
  • Dining Room Length: 15.583333333
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Dining Room Width: 15.25
Family Room
  • Family Room Area: 246.736111111
  • Family Room Features: Flooring - Wood,Cable Hookup,Chair Rail,Remodeled
  • Family Room Length: 15.833333333
  • Family Room Level: First
  • Family Room Width: 15.583333333
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 281.041666666
  • Kitchen Features: Beamed Ceilings,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Wood,Dining Area,Pantry,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Countertops - Upgraded,Chair Rail,Exterior Access,Remodeled,Stainless Steel Appliances,Gas Stove,Lighting - Overhead,Crown Molding,Decorative Molding
  • Kitchen Length: 17.75
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Kitchen Width: 15.833333333
Laundry
  • Laundry Dimen: 7'10X6'0"
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 246.736111111
  • Room Living Room Features: Closet,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Wood,Cable Hookup,Chair Rail,Exterior Access,Remodeled,Storage,Lighting - Overhead
  • Room Living Room Length: 15.833333333
  • Room Living Room Level: Main,First
  • Room Living Room Width: 15.583333333
Property Information
Property Info
  • 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: Agent has ownership interest in property. Number of rooms and bathrooms differ from public record. Measured Sq Footage differs from public record. Some irrigation heads in garden need to be replaced. Three fireplaces are used regularly. Greenhouse is missing a few panels. Town says built in 1830
Tax Information
  • Listing Terms: Contract
  • Tax ID: R1601B,4617846
  • Assessments: $760,700
  • Block: 0
  • Book: 40781
  • Lot: 1B
  • Map: R16
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Zoning: AR4
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 4
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Stone
  • Foundation Area: 1584.0
  • Cooling Zones: 3
  • Heat Zones: 4
Complex & Association Information
  • Association Security: Security System
  • Adult Community: No

Property History for 78 Elm Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 1, 2025

Sold

MLS PIN #73429325

$1,200,000—
Nov 1, 2025

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73429325

—
Oct 18, 2025

Contingent

MLS PIN #73429325

—
Oct 17, 2025

Price Change

MLS PIN #73429325

$1,290,000—
Oct 1, 2025

Price Change

MLS PIN #73429325

$1,374,900—
Sep 23, 2025

Price Change

MLS PIN #73429325

$1,390,000—
Sep 11, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73429325

$1,490,000—
Nov 1, 2012

Canceled

MLS PIN #71384194

$574,500—
May 17, 2012

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #71384194

$599,900—
Nov 16, 2006

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #209812317

$510,000—
Nov 16, 2006

Sold

MLS PIN #70358988

$510,000—
Nov 16, 2006

Contingent

MLS PIN #70358988

—
Apr 2, 2006

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #70358988

$650,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/01/2025

Sold

MLS PIN #73429325

$1,200,000
11/01/2025

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73429325

—
10/18/2025

Contingent

MLS PIN #73429325

—
10/17/2025

Price Change

MLS PIN #73429325

$1,290,000
10/01/2025

Price Change

MLS PIN #73429325

$1,374,900
09/23/2025

Price Change

MLS PIN #73429325

$1,390,000
09/11/2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73429325

$1,490,000
11/01/2012

Canceled

MLS PIN #71384194

$574,500
05/17/2012

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #71384194

$599,900
11/16/2006

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #209812317

$510,000
11/16/2006

Sold

MLS PIN #70358988

$510,000
11/16/2006

Contingent

MLS PIN #70358988

—
04/02/2006

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #70358988

$650,000

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

Public Records for 78 Elm Street

Taxable ValueLand$329,000Additions$431,700Total$760,700
Tax Record2025$5,667 ($472 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt3,232 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,232 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt1,440 SqFtStories2Lot Size50,094 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1830ZoningAR4CountyESSEXAPNNBRY M:0R16 B:0000 L:0001BFireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 78 Elm Street

This home is within Triton School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 6
Public - 7 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - PK to 6
Rating
School
Distance
Pine Grove School
PublicPK to 6

Triton Regional Middle School
Public7 to 8

Triton Regional High School
Public9 to 12

Newbury Elementary School
PublicPK to 6

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