Nestled on the banks of the Merrimack River, minutes to Plum Island & downtown Newburyport, this property sits on just under an acre lot. Part family compound, part entertainer’s dream, part private oasis! This completely refurbished property offers rare flexibility w/ approved ADU, detached guest cottage, heated 4-car garage, heated saltwater filtered pool, & thoughtfully designed outdoor living w/ beautifully manicured lawn. The main residence blends character, comfort, & modern functionality w/ 3 beds, 2.5 baths, spacious living areas, and convenient 1st floor primary suite. The ADU includes kitchen, living rm, 2 beds, office & full bath, ideal for extended family/guests/rental income. Detached guest cottage w/ kitchen, bath, living room and 2nd floor guest bedroom adds even more versatility. The private backyard retreat features custom design patios and firepit area. Quality craftsmanship throughout, and a highly desirable Newburyport location complete this one-of-a-kind offering.
- Swimming Pool:
- Pool - Inground Heated
- Heating System:
- Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Cooling System:
- Central Air
- Basement:
- Full, Partially Finished, Bulkhead, Interior Entry
- Fireplace:
- Living Room
- Parking:
- Attached, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Storage, Garage Faces Side, Off Street, Paved, Paved Drive, Oversized, Insulated
- Appliances:
- Disposal, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Wine Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater
- Construction:
- Frame
- Exterior Unit Features:
- Screens, Professional Landscaping, Patio, Pool - Inground Heated, Decorative Lighting, Sprinkler System, Guest House, Stone Wall, Deck - Composite, Rain Gutters, Storage
- Flooring:
- Tile, Laminate, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
- Sewer:
- Public Sewer
- Style:
- Cape
- Water:
- Public
- Disclosure:
- Lots to be divided off larger parcels, subject to planning & concom approval & town release of ROFR from 61A. Buyer responsible for engineering, perks & permitting for what they want. Street numbers are given just to help locate the land., Sellers would like end of September closing if possible! Pellet Stove Negotiable! Seller offering 1-Year Home Warranty! Ask for details!, Seller will not entertain minor repair requests or monetary compensation for such. Some photos have been digitally staged. sqft incl. guesthouse, Original electrical wiring noticeable in basement ceiling. 1st floor bay window near driveway could potentially be removed similar to home 2 houses to the south to improve driveway., Subject to seller removing from 61A & paying any backtaxes and town release of ROFR. Buyer responsible for engineering
- Electric Feature:
- Circuit Breakers, 220 Volts, 200+ Amp Service
- Garage Parking:
- 4
- Interior Features:
- Lighting - Sconce, Closet/cabinets - Custom Built, Wet Bar, Recessed Lighting, Office, Entrance Foyer, Accessory Apt.
- Lead Paint:
- Unknown
- Laundry Features:
- Washer Hookup, First Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup
- Road Type:
- Paved
- Grade School:
- Edward G. Molin
- High School:
- Newburyport Hs
- Middle School:
- Rupert A Nock
- Market Time:
- 35
- Parking Spaces:
- 14
- Tax Year:
- 2026
- Status:
- Active
- Price Per Sqft:
- $569
- Zoning:
- R2
- Orig Price:
- $1,999,900
- Fireplaces:
- 1
- Waterfront:
- No
- MlsStatus:
- Active
- City:
- Newburyport
- State:
- MA
- County:
- Essex
- Postal Code:
- 01950
- Longitude:
- W71° 6' 4.5''
- Latitude:
- N42° 49' 43.9''
Residential
492 Merrimac, Newburyport, Massachusetts
- Property Type :
- Residential
- Listing Type :
- For Sale
- Price :
- $1,999,900
- View :
- Scenic View(s)
- Bedrooms :
- 5
- Rooms :
- 13
- Total Bathrooms :
- 4.5
- Full Bathrooms :
- 4
- Half Bathrooms :
- 1
- Square Footage :
- 3,517 Sqft
- Year Built :
- 2025
- Lot Area :
- 0.93 Acre
- Listing ID :
- 73537752
- Stephen E. Robb
- View website
- 617-212-0251
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srobb@robbenterprises.com