Seller's Agent in 2024
Barb Cullen
Keller Williams Realty Evolution
(617) 510-5491
48 in this area
143 Total Sales
12 California St Newburyport, MA 01950
Estimated Value: $1,108,000 - $1,216,784
4
Beds
3
Baths
2,044
Sq Ft
$563/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Marina
- Golf Course Community
- Medical Services
- Newburyport High School Rated A-
- Community Stables
- Deck
About This Home
As of July 2024Welcome to 12 California Street, a classic Newburyport Greek Revival that offers a corner lot & large backyard with lovely gardens & garage. Built c.1847 by the shipbuilder John Colby, this home has been lovingly updated over the years to its current size of 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. Historic features like stained glass windows, wide pine floors, & a brick beehive oven meet modern updates like double paned windows, granite countertops, & skylights. The 1st floor offers a wood-burning fireplace in the living room, serene sunroom with casement windows on three sides, generous dining room w/ stained glass windows & kitchen w/ pellet stove. Upstairs there are 2 bedrooms & a full bath on the 2nd floor as well as a bonus nursery, office space or huge closet. The 3rd floor offers 2 additional bedrooms & another full bath. Enjoy sitting on the deck overlooking the gardens & hummingbirds. Conveniently located in the North End near historic downtown & the Merrimack River. OFFERS DUE TUES 10AM
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $8,603
Year Built
- Built in 1850
Lot Details
- 8,320 Sq Ft Lot
- Near Conservation Area
- Fenced Yard
- Corner Lot
- Gentle Sloping Lot
- Garden
- Property is zoned R8
Parking
- 1 Car Detached Garage
- Open Parking
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Greek Revival Architecture
- Brick Foundation
- Stone Foundation
- Frame Construction
- Shingle Roof
Interior Spaces
- 2,044 Sq Ft Home
- 2 Fireplaces
- Insulated Windows
- French Doors
- Sun or Florida Room
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Marble
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- Primary bedroom located on second floor
- 3 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Unfinished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Interior Basement Entry
- Block Basement Construction
- Laundry in Basement
Outdoor Features
- Bulkhead
- Deck
Location
- Property is near public transit
- Property is near schools
Schools
- Bresnahan /Rvcs Elementary School
- Molin/Nock Middle School
- NHS High School
Utilities
- Window Unit Cooling System
- Forced Air Heating System
- 3 Heating Zones
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Electric Baseboard Heater
- 100 Amp Service
- Gas Water Heater
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number M:0060 B:0030 L:0000,2088471
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
- North End Subdivision
Amenities
- Medical Services
- Shops
Recreation
- Marina
- Golf Course Community
- Tennis Courts
- Community Pool
- Park
- Community Stables
- Jogging Path
- Bike Trail
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 16, 2019
Sold by
Mccormack Mary L and Miri Mohammad H
Bought by
Mary L Mccormack Ret and Miri
Current Estimated Value
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 17, 2007
Sold by
Verrette Christina J and Scholz Samuel C
Bought by
Miri Mohammad H
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 30, 2005
Sold by
Short Harold P and Short Teresa P
Bought by
Scholz Samuel C and Verrette Christina
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 12, 2000
Sold by
Speer Richard L
Bought by
Short Harold P and Short Teresa P
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 6, 1997
Sold by
Hart Mary P
Bought by
Speer Richard L
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mary L Mccormack Ret | -- | -- | |
| Mary L Mccormack Ret | -- | -- | |
| Miri Mohammad H | $420,000 | -- | |
| Scholz Samuel C | $470,500 | -- | |
| Short Harold P | $332,000 | -- | |
| Speer Richard L | $75,000 | -- | |
| Miri Mohammad H | $420,000 | -- | |
| Scholz Samuel C | $470,500 | -- | |
| Short Harold P | $332,000 | -- | |
| Speer Richard L | $75,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Barnett Kathryn | $400,000 | |
| Closed | Barnett Kathryn | $400,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Speer Richard L | $350,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Speer Richard L | $225,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/18/2024 07/18/24 | Sold | $1,100,000 | +15.2% | $538 / Sq Ft |
| 05/21/2024 05/21/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/16/2024 05/16/24 | For Sale | $955,000 | -- | $467 / Sq Ft |
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
Tax History Compared to Growth
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $9,061 | $945,800 | $389,500 | $556,300 |
| 2024 | $8,603 | $862,900 | $354,100 | $508,800 |
| 2023 | $8,771 | $816,700 | $307,900 | $508,800 |
| 2022 | $8,301 | $691,200 | $256,600 | $434,600 |
| 2021 | $7,542 | $596,700 | $233,300 | $363,400 |
| 2020 | $7,457 | $580,800 | $233,300 | $347,500 |
| 2019 | $7,274 | $556,100 | $233,300 | $322,800 |
| 2018 | $7,038 | $530,800 | $222,200 | $308,600 |
| 2017 | $6,878 | $511,400 | $211,600 | $299,800 |
| 2016 | $6,817 | $509,100 | $201,500 | $307,600 |
| 2015 | $6,478 | $485,600 | $201,500 | $284,100 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Barb Cullen
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Alissa Christie
Buyer's Agent in 2024
Alissa Christie
RE/MAX
(978) 255-2904
91 in this area
189 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73239338
APN: NEWP-000060-000030
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