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17 Federal St, Newburyport, MA 01950

Newburyport
Local realty services provided by:CENTURY 21 Signature Properties
17 Federal St,Newburyport, MA 01950
$3,495,000
  • 6 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • 5,876 sq. ft.
  • Single family
  • Active
Listed by: kevin fruh, rachel mello
Office: gibson sotheby's international realty
MLS#:73510346
Source:MLSPIN

Price summary

  • Price:$3,495,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$594.79

About this home

CENTURY 21 Fine Homes & Estates
The William Pierce Johnson House (c.1777) is a rare and premier example of Georgian elegance in downtown Newburyport. Built during the city’s 18th-century maritime peak, this distinguished brick home reflects the craftsmanship of the Federal-era historic district. Meticulously restored, it blends period detail across 5,800+ sq ft, featuring eleven rooms, six bedrooms, three -and-a-half + baths, eight fireplaces, and exceptional original millwork. A rare double-hanging staircase and elegant front-to-back parlors highlight its grand design, complemented by soaring ceilings, oversized windows, and preserved hardware, moldings, and paneling. Part of the iconic Federal Street corridor, this award-winning home represents the pinnacle of historic preservation. Building upon an early 2003 restoration, the current owner has further comprehensively restored the estate, securing awards for continued work restoring this home to its near original state while simultaneously installing state of the...

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Home facts

  • Year built:1777
  • Listing ID #:73510346
  • Updated:June 23, 2026 at 10:49 AM

Rooms and interior

  • Bedrooms:6
  • Total bathrooms:4
  • Full bathrooms:3
  • Half bathrooms:1
  • Rooms Total:11
  • Flooring:Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Wood, Pine, Tile, Wood
  • Dining Description:Crown Molding, Decorative Molding, Stone/Ceramic Tile, Wood
  • Bathrooms Description:Bathroom, Bathroom - Half
  • Kitchen Description:Cabinets - Upgraded, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Dishwasher, Disposal, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Gas Stove, Kitchen Island, Microwave, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Range, Range Hood, Recessed Lighting, Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Basement Description:Bulkhead, Interior Entry, Partially Finished
  • Living area:5,876 sq. ft.

Heating and cooling

  • Cooling:5 Cooling Zones, Central Air
  • Heating:Baseboard, Fireplace, Natural Gas
  • Central air:Yes

Structure and exterior

  • Roof:Wood
  • Year built:1777
  • Building area:5,876 sq. ft.
  • Lot area:0.17 Acres
  • Lot Features:Level
  • Architectural Style:Georgian
  • Construction Materials:Brick
  • Exterior Features:Patio, Porch
  • Foundation Description:Brick/Mortar, Stone

Schools

  • High school:Newburyport
  • Middle school:Newburyport
  • Elementary school:Newburyport

Utilities

  • Water:Public
  • Sewer:Public Sewer

Finances and disclosures

  • Price:$3,495,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$594.79
  • Tax amount:$21,663 (2025)

Features and amenities

  • Appliances:Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Range Hood, Washer
  • Laundry features:Dryer, Electric Dryer Hookup, In Basement, Washer, Washer Hookup
  • Amenities:Crown Molding, Library, Recessed Lighting

Parking

  • Total parking spaces:3
  • Parking description:Off Street, Paved, Paved Drive
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