Newburyport homes for sale command the highest price points in the region, with median single-family home prices typically exceeding $750K and waterfront or downtown properties regularly clearing $1M+. The historic district features densely packed Federal and Georgian-era homes, many on small lots with limited or no off-street parking. Zoning is restrictive, and properties in the Historic District Commission's jurisdiction require approval for exterior modifications. The city has a compact 8.4 square miles, so inventory stays tight and days on market tend to be shorter than surrounding towns. Condo inventory is concentrated in converted mill buildings and smaller multi-family conversions downtown. Property taxes are among the higher rates in Essex County.