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Listing broker remarks

Built in 1847 as Captain Alexander Graves was being admitted to the Marine Society of Newburyport at a time of strong growth in maritime trade and shipbuilding, 239 High Rd stands as a marker in history w/ grand copper birch tree and all its modern amenities. Offering 5 Bedrooms, 4 1/2 baths, two car garage, air conditioning, fully renovated kitchen and all 4.5 baths, including a first floor primary suite along with a 2nd Primary on the 2nd floor. Additionally offering solar power, whole house generator, new on demand heating / hot water system plus a multi-functional 2 story barn, all on over an acre of land and just minutes to downtown Newburyport, Plum Island Beaches and the Parker River boat launch and marina. Enjoy the perfect blend of history and charm with the modern features now in demand. Move right in to this farm friendly property!— RE/MAX Bentley's

Key details

  • 3,500 sq ft
  • 1.17 acres
  • 5 beds
  • 4.5 baths
  • 1847 built
  • $411 / sq ft
  • $6,852 2025 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠1⁠7⁠5⁠1⁠0⁠
Last updated
Address
239 High Road
Town
Newbury, MA
ZIP
01951
Deed (Bk/Pg)
95625 / 590

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Neighborhood: Newbury

National Historic Landmark

Federally designated as nationally significant — the highest U.S. historic recognition. Section 106 review applies to federal undertakings affecting the property.

National Register

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Owners may qualify for the 20% federal Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit on certified rehabilitation work.

State Register

Listed on the Massachusetts State Register of Historic Places.

Local Historic District

Inside a Local Historic District. Exterior changes visible from a public way require approval from the local historic district commission.

Local Landmark

Individually designated by the town as a local landmark. Exterior alterations require commission approval.

MACRIS Inventory

Documented in MACRIS, the state historic inventory. Informational only — no regulatory constraints.

Article 85 (Boston)

Subject to Boston Article 85 demolition-delay review, which can pause demolition of buildings 50+ years old for up to 90 days.

Ch. 91 Waterways License

An active MassDEP permit for a dock, pier, seawall, or other structure on or over a Massachusetts waterway. Many older licenses are not digitized; this record is provided for reference only.

Massachusetts Great Pond

A Great Pond under M.G.L. Ch. 91 — the Commonwealth retains public rights to fish and navigate these state-designated waters. Private docks and other waterfront structures require a Waterways License from MassDEP.

Likely Great Pond

The MLS listing describes this property as being on a Great Pond, which would be a state-designated water body under M.G.L. Ch. 91. GIS data did not independently confirm the pond name — verification needed.