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RARE PLUM ISLAND GEM! Own a piece of Plum Island history with the iconic “Arctic” Cottage, circa 1900-owned by only three families in 125 years! Ideally located on an idyllic Plum Island beach, this charming 5-bedroom cottage offers deeded beach rights shared with one neighboring property. Gleaming hardwood floors, classic cottage-board detailing and a fabulous wraparound porch showcase its timeless character. Recent improvements include new roof, furnace, tankless water heater, A/C compressor, and interior/exterior paint. Enjoy panoramic water views toward Newburyport, spectacular sunsets and watersports just steps away. Large parking area for 6+ cars. Strong rental history since 2007. A truly special once-in-a-lifetime opportunity!

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Basic Information

  • Bedrooms5
  • Mls StatusNew
  • Bathroom1
  • Lot Features Level
  • Parcel Number M:0077 B:0076 L:0000,2090009

Tax Information

  • Tax Assessed Value $1,191,300
  • Tax Year 2026
  • Taxes$11,031

School Information

  • High School Newburyport
  • Elementary SchoolBresnahan
  • High SchoolNewburyport
  • Junior HighMolin/Nock

Parking

  • Parking Spaces6
  • Parking Features Off Street

Rooms

  • Bathroom 1 First,15 x 9
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal 1
  • Bedroom 2 Second,12 x 8
  • Bedroom 3 Second,11.5 x 8
  • Bedroom 4 Second,9.5 x 9
  • Bedroom 5 Second,10 x 9.5
  • Dining Room First,11 x 10.5
  • Family Room First,19 x 14
  • Full Bath1
  • Kitchen First,15 x 9
  • Living Room First,17.5 x 11.5
  • Master Bedroom Second,17.5

Basic Information

  • List Price$1,850,000
  • MLS Number73571579
  • Modification Date09/03/2026
  • Property SubTypeSingle Family Residence

Location

  • NeighborhoodPlum Island
  • SubdivisionPlum Island
  • Address17 82nd Street
  • Building Number17
  • CountyEssex
  • StateMA
  • Street82ND Street
  • TownNewburyport
  • Zip01950

Building

  • Building Area Units Square Feet
  • Construction Materials Frame
  • Door Features Insulated Doors, Storm Door(s)
  • FireplaceYes
  • Fireplaces Total 1
  • FoundationBlock
  • Foundation Area 1302
  • Patio And Porch Features Porch, Deck, Deck - Wood, Deck - Composite, Covered
  • Property StyleAntique, Cottage
  • Rooms8
  • Utilities For Gas Range, For Gas Oven, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
  • Window Features Insulated Windows
  • Year Built1925
  • Year Built Details Renovated Since
  • Year Built Source Public Records

Property

  • Acreage0.09

Interior

  • Flooring Tile, Hardwood

Exterior

  • Exterior Features
    • City View(s)
    • Covered Patio/Deck
    • Deck
    • Deck - Composite
    • Deck - Wood
    • Outdoor Shower
    • Porch
  • RoofShingle

Utilities

  • Cooling Central Air
  • Cooling YN Yes
  • Electric 110 Volts, Circuit Breakers
  • Heat SystemYes
  • Heating Central, Forced Air, Propane
  • Sewer Public Sewer
  • Water Source Public

Property Information

  • Square Feet1,409
  • Building Area Source Public Records
  • Living Area 1,409
  • Lot Size Square Feet 3,724
  • Lot Size Units Acres
  • View YN Yes

Amenities

  • AmenitiesConservation Area
  • Appliances IncludedWater Heater, Tankless Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood, Instant Hot Water
  • Security Features Security System

Water Body

  • Miles to Beach0.1
  • WaterfrontYes
  • Waterfront Features Waterfront, River, Frontage, Walk to, Access, Deep Water Access, Direct Access, Frontage,0 to 1/10 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Deeded Rights)

Legal

  • ZoningR3

Other

  • Date Listed09/03/2026
  • Farm Land Area Units Square Feet

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Listed by Eileen Gagnon of Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

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