17 Federal St
Newburyport, MA 01950
6
Bed
4
Bath
5,876Sqft
0.17Acre(Lot)
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 11 rooms, 6 bedrooms, 3.5+ baths, 8 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 ha
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Bedroom Information
Bedroom 2 Dimensions: 18x17 Bedroom 3 Dimensions: 21x15 Bedroom 4 Dimensions: 12x18 Total beds: 6Bathroom Information
Total Baths: 4 Full Baths: 3 Half Baths: 1Kitchen Information
Dining Room Dimensions: 16x17 Dining Room Remarks: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Wood, Crown Molding, Decorative Molding Kitchen Dimensions: 15x21 Kitchen Room Remarks: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Cabinets - Upgraded, Recessed Lighting, Stainless Steel Appliances, Gas Stove, Decorative MoldingRoom Information
Total Bedroom: 6 Living Room Dimensions: 18x19 -
Flooring Information
Wood, Tile, Pine, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Wood -
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Interior Features
Recessed Lighting, Decorative Molding, Crown Molding, Bathroom - Half, Sun Room, Great Room, Library, Game Room, Bathroom, Bonus Room, Walk-up Attic Roof: Wood Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood, Plumbed For Ice Maker Laundry Features: In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup -
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas, Fireplace Cooling: Central Air WaterSource: Public
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Building Information
Year Built: 1777 Construction Materials: Brick Security System: Security System Basement: Partially Finished, Interior Entry, Bulkhead -
Exterior Features
Porch, PatioFoundation Details: Stone, Brick/MortarPorch: Porch, Patio
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Lot Information
Lot Description: Level Lot Size Area: 0.17 Lot Size Units: Acres Lot Square Feet: 7,371 Lot Acres: 0.17 Waterfront: Ocean, River, 1 to 2 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public) Main Square Feet: 0.17Property Information
Property Type: Residential Sub Type: Single Family ResidenceStyle: Georgian SQ ft (Living Area): 5,876
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Listing Price Information
Original Listing Price: $3750000
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Tax Information
Parcel Number: M:0019 B:0111 L:0017,2085307 Annual Tax: $21663
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Parking Information
Parking Total: 3 Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
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Elementary School: NewburyportJunior High School: NewburyportSenior High School: Newburyport
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Utility Information
for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection -
Location Information
Direction: High Street or Water Street to Federal Street
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| Address | Estimate | Bed | Bath | Sq. Ft | Lot Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 53rd St, Newburyport, MA, 01950 | $1,750,000 | 3 | 2 | 1,556 | 1,556 SqFt |
| 9 62nd St, Newburyport, MA, 01950 | $1,570,000 | 2 | 2 | 2,212 | 2,212 SqFt |
| 5 64th St, Newburyport, MA, 01950 | $1,000,000 | 2 | 2 | 1,563 | 1,563 SqFt |
| 237 Northern Blvd, Newburyport, MA, 01950 | $949,900 | 4 | 2 | 1,153 | 1,153 SqFt |
| 3 Marsh St, Newburyport, MA, 01950 | $1,895,000 | 3 | 3 | 2,876 | 2,876 SqFt |
| 270 Northern Blvd, Newburyport, MA, 01950 | $964,000 | 3 | 2 | 1,488 | 1,488 SqFt |
| 18 Ocean Ave, Newburyport, MA, 01950 | $2,895,000 | 4 | 4 | 5,150 | 5,150 SqFt |
| 26 Beacon Ave, Newburyport, MA, 01950 | $3,395,000 | 4 | 5 | 4,600 | 4,600 SqFt |
| 71 Purchase St, Newburyport, MA, 01950 | $2,349,000 | 4 | 4 | 2,503 | 2,503 SqFt |
| 6 South Pond Street, Newburyport, MA, 01950 | $5,590,000 | 5 | 6 | 5,800 | 5,800 SqFt |
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