Unique Homes MA

19 Federal St, Newburyport

Active $4,499,000

  • 6 bd
  • 4.5 ba
  • 8,994 sqft
  • 1778 built
  • $500/sqft
  • MLS #7⁠3⁠5⁠7⁠4⁠5⁠9⁠5⁠

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Listing broker remarks

A landmark South End residence, The William Bartlet House is an exceptional Federal estate where timeless architecture & refined luxury exist in perfect harmony. Meticulously restored & impeccably maintained, the home showcases a rare double-hanging staircase, soaring ceilings, original wide pine floors, exquisite millwork, seven elegant fireplaces & richly detailed period craftsmanship. Grand formal rooms, a distinguished game room, sophisticated wet bar, chef's kitchen with Viking appliances & butler's pantry & a sun-filled conservatory create an extraordinary setting for both intimate living & grand-scale entertaining. The luxurious primary suite is a private sanctuary featuring an expansive sitting room, dual custom walk-in closets & spa-inspired marble bath. Outdoors, a heated, gunite saltwater pool & spa, bluestone terraces, manicured English garden with fountain & manicured landscape. A rare opportunity to own one of Newburyport's most distinguished historic homes in the most coveted neighborhood.— Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Key details

  • 8,994 sq ft
  • 14,736 lot sq ft
  • 6 beds
  • 4.5 baths
  • 1778 built
  • $500 / sq ft
  • $34,686 2026 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠7⁠4⁠5⁠9⁠5⁠
Last updated
Address
19 Federal St
Town
Newburyport, MA
ZIP
01950
Deed (Bk/Pg)
33718 / 361

Historic designations

National Register
Newburyport Historic District
MACRIS Inventory
South End District

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Neighborhood: Newburyport

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.