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Listing broker remarks

All the charm of Newburyport with a brick driveway and private garden! Welcome to 86 Federal Street. Tucked away in one of Newburyport’s most unbeatable locations, this charming attached single-family home perfectly balances the convenience of in-town living with historic character. Come inside and discover light-filled rooms, warm wood floors, and comfortable living areas that instantly make you feel at home. You’ll love the flexible first floor plan with family room and dining area where everyone loves to gather for casual dinners and book club. Head upstairs to a second floor with two bedrooms and the sweetest sunny reading room, the perfect retreat for afternoon tea or quiet workdays. The third floor offers a flexible third bedroom, art studio or hang out room. Outside, you’ll enjoy a private oasis where mature landscaping creates a peaceful escape rarely found this close to town. With a walk score of 91, you’ll quickly discover the best way to experience Newburyport is on foot!— RE/MAX Bentley's

Key details

  • 1,782 sq ft
  • 2,480 lot sq ft
  • 3 beds
  • 2 baths
  • 1800 built
  • $521 / sq ft
  • $7,861 2026 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠1⁠8⁠1⁠6⁠6⁠
Last updated
Address
86 Federal St
Town
Newburyport, MA
ZIP
01950
Deed (Bk/Pg)
41460 / 575

Historic designations

National Register
Newburyport Historic District · includes NWB.1386
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.