56 Lime St, Newburyport, MA 01950

Newburyport
Local realty services provided by:Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate The Masiello Group
56 Lime St,Newburyport, MA 01950
$2,499,000
  • 5 Beds
  • 5 Baths
  • 5,840 sq. ft.
  • Single family
  • Active
Listed by: lynne hendricks
Office: gibson sotheby's international realty
MLS#:73565092
Source:MLSPIN

Price summary

  • Price:$2,499,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$427.91

About this home

A rare offering in Newburyport’s beloved South End, the historic Margaret Atwood House has stood proudly on this Joppa corner since 1810. Impeccably preserved & owned by the same family for 50+ years, this stately 3-unit residence offers 5BRs, 5 baths & 4,730 sq. ft. of living space (5,840 incl. finished lower level), with exceptional flexibility: live in one unit while generating rental income, retain as a multi-family, pursue the groundwork begun for condo conversion, or restore it as a grand single-family home with private extended-family quarters. Set high above the city, an expansive rooftop deck shared by 2 units captures sweeping views over downtown, South Church, Newburyport Harbor & Plum Island Sound. Updated with modern systems & AC throughout, yet rich in soaring ceilings & preserved period detail, this is history without compromise - and an increasingly rare opportunity to own a true 3+ unit property in the heart of Newburyport.

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Home facts

  • Year built:1809
  • Listing ID #:73565092
  • Updated:August 24, 2026 at 11:04 AM

Rooms and interior

  • Bedrooms:5
  • Total bathrooms:5
  • Full bathrooms:4
  • Half bathrooms:1
  • Rooms Total:14
  • Flooring:Carpet, Hardwood, Pine, Tile
  • Kitchen Description:Dishwasher, Disposal, Kitchen, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
  • Basement Description:Full
  • Living area:5,840 sq. ft.

Heating and cooling

  • Cooling:4 Cooling Zones, Central Air
  • Heating:Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Central air:Yes

Structure and exterior

  • Roof:Shingle
  • Year built:1809
  • Building area:5,840 sq. ft.
  • Lot area:0.11 Acres
  • Lot Features:Corner Lot, Level
  • Construction Materials:Brick
  • Exterior Features:Deck - Roof, Porch, Storage
  • Foundation Description:Stone

Schools

  • High school:Newburyport Hs
  • Middle school:Nock Middle
  • Elementary school:Bresnahan

Utilities

  • Water:Public
  • Sewer:Public Sewer

Finances and disclosures

  • Price:$2,499,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$427.91
  • Tax amount:$13,997 (2026)

Features and amenities

  • Appliances:Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Laundry features:Dryer, Second Floor, Washer
  • Amenities:Entry Hall, Gas Water Heater, Wet Bar, Wine Cellar

Parking

  • Total parking spaces:6
  • Parking description:Off Street
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