Essex County, MA
Homes for sale in Newburyport, MA
Coastal Massachusetts charm at the mouth of the Merrimack.
About Newburyport
Newburyport is a Federal-era seaport that reinvented itself as one of Massachusetts's most livable small cities. A walkable downtown, working waterfront, and quick access to Plum Island beaches make it a lifestyle move as much as a real estate one.
Why buyers choose Newburyport
- 01Historic downtown packed with shops, restaurants, and the Firehouse arts center
- 02Direct MBTA Commuter Rail to Boston's North Station
- 03Plum Island and Parker River wildlife refuge minutes away
- 04Excellent school district and low crime
- 05Consistently high resale demand
Lifestyle & feel
Boat launches, harbor cruises, farmers markets, and a downtown you'll actually walk to. Yankee Homecoming in the summer, Riverfront concerts, and easy weekend escapes to New Hampshire and Maine.
Local market notes
Inventory in Newburyport is tight and turnover is low — people move here and stay. Antique homes in the South End and Joppa, updated colonials in the Ridge, and newer construction near the plum island bridge each pull a distinct buyer pool.
Market conditions shift monthly. Want a current pulse on Newburyport? Ask below.
Condos from the low $500s · Single-families typically $750k – $2M+
MBTA Newburyport Line to Boston (~65 min) · I-95 to Boston (~45 min off-peak)
Newburyport Public Schools · Newburyport High School · strong private options in the area
Boston commuters wanting coastal life · Move-up buyers · Second-home buyers