55 Kent St

Newburyport, MA 01950

$700,000
Last Sold Price
3
Beds
1,451 Sq. Ft.
$482 / Sq. Ft.
1,451
Sq. Ft.
$482
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Seize the opportunity to live just minutes from downtown Newburyport, with easy access to the Clipper City Rail Trail, coastal waterfront, parks, top-rated schools, shops, restaurants, and more. This lovely 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath antique deeded half house is a must-see, featuring exquisite tin ceilings, elegant crown molding, original wood beams, and a captivating fireplace. This home seamlessly blends historic charm with modern upgrades, including a renovated kitchen with stainless steel appliances,...Seize the opportunity to live just minutes from downtown Newburyport, with easy access to the Clipper City Rail Trail, coastal waterfront, parks, top-rated schools, shops, restaurants, and more. This lovely 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath antique deeded half house is a must-see, featuring exquisite tin ceilings, elegant crown molding, original wood beams, and a captivating fireplace. This home seamlessly blends historic charm with modern upgrades, including a renovated kitchen with stainless steel appliances, new windows throughout, and the convenience of a second-floor washer and dryer. The third floor offers two finished bonus rooms, perfect for an office, guest room, or extra storage. Step outside to your own private, beautifully landscaped backyard, complete with a deck, pergola, and patio—ideal for relaxing, dining, and entertaining in a serene outdoor setting. Don’t miss this exceptional property!
  1. Listed by Karen Geary • Engel & Volkers By the Sea

Property Details for 55 Kent Street

Town
Newburyport
Area
MA-Newburyport
Architectural Style
Colonial, Antique
Style
Colonial, Antique
Garage Spaces
0
Parking Spaces
1.00
Parking Spaces Total
1
LISTING UPDATED: 10/17/2024 01:37 PM

Property Details for 55 Kent Street

StatusSold
MLS #73280846
Days on Market14
Taxes$6,317 / year
HOA Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Attached
Year Built1850
CountyEssex County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Engel & Volkers By the Sea, Karen Geary

Sold By Engel & Volkers By the Sea, Sara Seber

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Building Information for 55 Kent Street

Stories-Year Built1850Building Size-Lot Size0.06 AC / 2,589 SF

Payment Calculator

$4,194 per month

30 year fixed, 6.845% Interest

Principal and Interest

$3,668

Property Taxes

$526

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 55 Kent Street

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Public School, T-Station
  • Current Financing: Cash
  • Living Area: 1451.0
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Property Attached: Yes
  • Single Family Type: Attached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Location/School
  • Grade School: Bresnahan
  • High School: Newburyport
  • Middle School: Molin
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement Features: Interior Access, Bulkhead, Concrete Floor
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 1
  • Num of Half Baths: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1.50
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • FireplaceFeatures: Dining Room
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Wood, Flooring - Wood
  • Interior Features: Office, Bonus Room
  • Laundry Features: Second Floor
  • SpaYN: No
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Patio, Storage Shed, Fenced Yard
  • Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Storage Shed, Patio
  • Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Roof Material: Shingle
  • Waterfront Features: Beach Front, Harbor, Ocean
Parking Features
  • Covered Spaces: .00
  • Garage: No
  • Garage Parking: Paved Drive, Paved Driveway
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Paved Drive, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Features: Paved Driveway
Utilities
  • Cooling: None
  • Cooling: No
  • Electric: 110 Volts
  • Heating: Oil
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Electric Range
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 156.0
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Flooring - Wood
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 12.0
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 13.0
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 156.0
  • Bedroom2 Features: Flooring - Wood
  • Bedroom2 Length: 12.0
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom2 Width: 13.0
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Area: 121.0
  • Bedroom3 Features: Flooring - Wood
  • Bedroom3 Length: 11.0
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom3 Width: 11.0
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Level: Second
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Level: First
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 144.0
  • Dining Room Features: Flooring - Wood
  • Dining Room Length: 12.0
  • Dining Room Level: Second
  • Dining Room Width: 12.0
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 132.0
  • Kitchen Features: Beamed Ceilings,Flooring - Hardwood,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
  • Kitchen Length: 11.0
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Kitchen Width: 12.0
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 144.0
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Wood
  • Room Living Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Width: 12.0
Other Room 1
  • Room Office Area: 84.0
  • Room Office Length: 7.0
  • Room Office Level: Third
  • Room Office Width: 12.0
Property Information
Property Info
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Disclosures: Seller makes no representation with regards to fireplace working
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: M:0051 B:0005 L:0000,2087772
  • Assessments: $633,600
  • Book: 37163
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Zoning: R3
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 3
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No

Property History for 55 Kent Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 17, 2024

Sold

MLS PIN #73280846

$700,000
Sep 18, 2024

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73280846

Sep 10, 2024

Contingent

MLS PIN #73280846

Sep 4, 2024

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73280846

$650,000
Aug 22, 2024

Canceled

MLS PIN #73280803

$650,000
Aug 22, 2024

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73280803

$650,000
Nov 19, 2018

Sold

MLS PIN #72395464

$450,000
Sep 23, 2018

Contingent

MLS PIN #72395464

Sep 14, 2018

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #72395464

$450,000
Nov 28, 2012

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #343137466

$250,000

-4.5% / yr

Nov 28, 2012

Sold

MLS PIN #71323727

$250,000
Sep 21, 2012

Contingent

MLS PIN #71323727

Jan 4, 2012

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #71323727

$309,990
May 16, 2005

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #161026291

$355,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/17/2024

Sold

MLS PIN #73280846

$700,000
09/18/2024

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73280846

09/10/2024

Contingent

MLS PIN #73280846

09/04/2024

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73280846

$650,000
08/22/2024

Canceled

MLS PIN #73280803

$650,000
08/22/2024

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73280803

$650,000
11/19/2018

Sold

MLS PIN #72395464

$450,000
09/23/2018

Contingent

MLS PIN #72395464

09/14/2018

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #72395464

$450,000
11/28/2012

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #343137466

$250,000

-4.5% / yr

11/28/2012

Sold

MLS PIN #71323727

$250,000
09/21/2012

Contingent

MLS PIN #71323727

01/04/2012

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #71323727

$309,990
05/16/2005

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #161026291

$355,000

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Public Records for 55 Kent Street

Taxable ValueLand$304,900Additions$328,700Total$633,600
Tax Record2024$6,317 ($526 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt1,451 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,451 SqFtStories2Lot Size2,590 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1850CountyESSEXAPNNEWP M:0051 B:0005 L:0000

Schools near 55 Kent Street

This home is within Newburyport School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 3
Public - 4 to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Francis T Bresnahan Elementary School
PublicPK to 3

Edward G. Molin Elementary School
Public4 to 5

Rupert A Nock Middle School
Public6 to 8

Newburyport High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Listing Courtesy of Engel & Volkers By the Sea, Karen Geary

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