$925,000

11 Congress St Newburyport, MA 01950

$10,000
Closing credit¹
3 beds
1 full, 1 partial
1,434 sqft
0.06 acres
$645 / sqft
House

Property details

About 11 Congress St

Welcome to 11 Congress Street—where historic charm meets modern comfort in the heart of downtown Newburyport. This sun-filled 3-bedroom, 2-bath single-family home blends 18th-century character with thoughtful updates throughout. Step inside to discover original wide pine floors, exposed beams, and a flexible first-floor bonus room perfect for a home office, playroom, or guest space. The inviting living and dining areas flow into a bright, updated kitchen with stainless appliances and ample cabinet space. Upstairs, you'll find three bedrooms, a full bath and a sizable unfinished walk up attic. Outside, your private, low-maintenance hardscaped backyard is the ideal urban oasis for entertaining, grilling, or unwinding. Located just blocks from the Merrimack River, waterfront, shops, restaurants, and the Rail Trail, this home offers a coveted lifestyle in one of Newburyport’s most walkable and desired neighborhoods. Don’t miss this rare blend of location, charm, and lifestyle.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral, Forced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
(New)
Size1,434 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.06 Acres
Year built1750
MLS #73380643
WaterfrontBeach, Ocean Front, River

Summary

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Wood, Carpet
  • Interior: Office
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3
  • Waterfront: Beach, Ocean Front, River
  • Exterior: Porch, Patio, Rain Gutters, Storage, Fenced Yard
  • Architectural Style: Antique
  • Heating: Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: None
  • List Price: $925,000
  • Price/SqFt: $645
  • Annual Tax Amount: $7,409
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Lot: Level
  • Directions: Merrimac Street to Olive Street to Congress Street
  • Year Built: 1750
  • Living Area: 1,434 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.06 Acres
  • MLS Number: 73380643
  • MLS Name: MLS Property Information Network
  • Office Name: Compass
  • Office Phone: (978) 248-8081
  • Listing Agent: The Bakhtiari Group

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Dec 20, 2021
Home Sold
$715,000
Apr 13, 2007
Home Sold
$370,000
Oct 01, 1998
Home Sold
$205,000
Jul 25, 1991
Home Sold
$128,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$743,100$7,409
2023$640,700$6,881
2022$487,700$5,857
2021$456,500$5,770
2020$456,500$5,861
2019$434,000$5,677

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

6

Edward G. Molin Elementary School

Public District 4-5

0.5 mi

70 Low St

8

Newbury Elementary

Public District PK-6

1.6 mi

63 Hanover St

4

Salisbury Elementary

Public District PK-6

3.0 mi

100 Lafayette Rd

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $68,645. The majority of Newburyport, MA residents have income between $35k-100k annually. Most families are single, no kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

14%
<35k
55%
35k-100k
23%
100k-200k
8%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

51%
Single, No Kids
9%
Single, with Kids
23%
Married, No Kids
17%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

13%
<11 yrs old
6%
12-17 yrs old
17%
18-34 yrs old
51%
35-64 yrs old
13%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Skiing/snowboardingSkiing/snowboarding
  • Hiking/backpackingHiking/backpacking
  • Men's TennisMen's Tennis

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • NordstromNordstrom
  • Nordstrom RackNordstrom Rack
  • BloomingdalesBloomingdales

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • California Pizza KitchenCalifornia Pizza Kitchen
  • ChipotleChipotle
  • Bonefish GrillBonefish Grill

What do the neighbors drive?

  • BMWBMW
  • MazdaMazda
  • LexusLexus

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Talk/PersonalityTalk/Personality
  • RockRock
  • NewsNews
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 11 Congress St

The listing price of 11 Congress St property is $925,000.

The property 11 Congress St is a house located in Newburyport, Massachusetts, 01950.

Active Listing: 11 Congress St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 11 Congress St are: Edward G. Molin Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Newbury Elementary (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Salisbury Elementary (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Rupert a Nock Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), River Valley Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Amesbury Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Newburyport High School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Amesbury Innovation High School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Amesbury High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $7,409 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on December 20, 2021 for $715,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 11 Congress St has 3 bedrooms and 1 full and 1 half bathrooms.

The property 11 Congress St is 1,434 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 11 Congress St is 1750.

This home is located at 11 Congress St in Newburyport, MA and zip code 01950 in the Newburyport North End neighborhood. This 1,434 square foot home, which was built in 1750, sits on a 0.06 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 28, 2025 and is currently priced at $925,000.

Newburyport, MA housing market in April 2025 saw over 7 listings sold above listed price, more than 3 sold at listed price and over 4 sold below. The number of homes for sale in Newburyport, MA increased by 38.8% between March and April 2025. The median list price of listings available in April 2025 was $886,500, while the average time on the real estate market was 44 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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