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Waterfront Mixed-Use Landmark

47 Water Street, Newburyport, MA 01950

For Sale
$2,800,000

Two complementary downtown buildings combine historic character, warehouse flexibility, harbor views, and on-site parking.

Property Size3,320 SF
Price / SF$843.37
Days on Market81

Property Features for 47 Water Street

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 3,320 SF
Property subtype Commercial

Additional Details

Asking Price $8,000,000

Building Details

Year Built 1970
Buildings 2
Listing Agency: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Listed By: Lynne Hendricks
Source: Wilsonwolfe
Added: Aug 21 Changed: Nov 6 Last Checked: Nov 8 at 6:42AM

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This offering combines two waterfront buildings at 45 and 47 Water Street in Newburyport. The 1822 Clock Tower Building at 45 Water Street features a brick façade, period architectural detail, approximately 9,300 square feet of finished space, and on-site parking. Its upper floors include a fourth-floor balcony oriented toward the harbor. The adjacent 1970 warehouse at 47 Water Street extends toward the Clipper City Rail Trail and adds substantial complementary space.

The property occupies a prominent position along the working waterfront, with views toward the marina, Custom House, Harbormaster’s office, Waterfront Park, Gillis Bridge, and Plum Island. The two buildings are being offered together, creating a combined mixed-use property with historic character, modern warehouse scale, and direct downtown waterfront context.

Key Highlights

  • Two waterfront buildings at 45 and 47 Water Street offered together
  • 1822 Clock Tower Building with brick façade and period architectural detail
  • Approximately 9,300 square feet of finished space at 45 Water Street

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI / Yr
$92,538
Cap Rate
3.30%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$1,850,760 $1.9M
Cap Rate 7%
$1,321,971 $1.3M
Cap Rate 9%
$1,028,200 $1.0M
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 3,320 SF
Gross rent
$151.4K $45.60/SF
− Vacancy
−$28.0K −$8.44/SF
EGI
$123.4K $37.16/SF
− OpEx
−$30.8K −$9.29/SF
NOI
$92.5K $27.87/SF
Area
Essex County, MA
Vacancy
18.50%
Lease Rate
$45.60 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
25.00%
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Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$1,850,760
Cap Rate 7%
$1,321,971
Cap Rate 9%
$1,028,200

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Office B
$1.32M
$1.16M – $1.54M (±1% cap)
NOI $92,538 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 3.30%
Second Best
Mixed Use
$960.4K
$840.4K – $1.12M (±1% cap)
NOI $67,230 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 2.40%
Theoretical Best
Office A
$1.97M
$1.72M – $2.29M (±1% cap)
NOI $137,580 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 4.91%
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Current Use

Office buildings

Suggested Use

Top Pick Grocery & Convenience Store Daycare Center Auto Parts Store Electrical Service Catering Service (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store

Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

1,689
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 01950, MA

18,289
Population
8,298
Households
2.2
Avg Household Size
50
Median Age
66%
College-Educated
98%
High-School Grad
8.4 sq mi
ZIP Area
2,177
Density / Sq Mi
$144,259
Median Household Income
$85,573
Median Earnings
$1,511
Median Rent
$792,400
Median Home Value
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Market

Average Price Trend$/SF for Mixed-use properties in Essex County, MA

$258 Jul
$246 Aug
$266 Sep
$274 Oct

Properties on Market for Mixed-use properties in Essex County

Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct

Vacancy Rate% for Office in Northeast region

13.1% 2019
15.4% 2020
17.6% 2021
19.1% 2022
20.2% 2023
20.9% 2024
19.9% 2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Mixed-use property - Two complementary downtown buildings combine historic character, warehouse flexibility, harbor views, and on-site parking.
Where is this mixed-use property located?
The property is located at 47 Water Street Newburyport, MA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $2,800,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Two waterfront buildings at 45 and 47 Water Street offered together; 1822 Clock Tower Building with brick façade and period architectural detail; Approximately 9,300 square feet of finished space at 45 Water Street
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