17 Federal St

Taxes: $21,663 (2025)

About this home

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 has further comprehensively restored the estate, securing awards for continued work restoring this home to its near original state while simultaneously installing state of the art systems and amenities.

Property details

Sewer

Private

Style

Georgian

Water

City/Town Water

Cooling

Central Air

Heating

Electric Baseboard, Hot Air Gravity

Type

Detached

Flooring

Wood, Tile, Pine

Appliances

Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Washer, Dryer, Vent Hood

Master Bath

Yes

Construction

Brick

Roof

Membrane

Lot

Paved Drive, Level

Parking

1-10 Spaces, Paved Driveway

Basement

Partially Finished, Interior Access, Bulkhead

Electric

Circuit Breakers

Exterior

Porch, Patio

Interior

Security System, Walk-up Attic