Plum Island Real Estate

Welcome to Plum Island, a hidden gem nestled off the coast of Massachusetts in Essex County. This enchanting barrier island is not only a picturesque retreat but also a vibrant community steeped in natural beauty and rich history. With its stunning sandy beaches, lush salt marshes, and captivating wildlife, Plum Island offers an idyllic escape for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts alike.

One of the most alluring features of Plum Island is its pristine coastline, where the rhythmic sound of waves crashing against the shore creates a soothing backdrop for relaxation and recreation. The island is home to the Parker River National Wildlife Refuge, a haven for birdwatchers and photographers, featuring diverse habitats that attract a myriad of migratory birds. Whether you’re strolling along the beach, kayaking through tranquil waters, or exploring the scenic trails, every moment spent here is a chance to connect with nature.

Plum Island also boasts a rich maritime history, with charming cottages and historic landmarks that tell the story of its past. The iconic Plum Island Lighthouse stands as a beacon of the island’s heritage, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding ocean and coastline.

For those looking to invest in real estate, Plum Island presents a unique opportunity. The island’s serene atmosphere, coupled with its proximity to the vibrant towns of Newburyport and Ipswich, makes it an attractive destination for both seasonal and year-round residents. Whether you envision a cozy beach cottage or a luxurious waterfront home, Plum Island invites you to discover a lifestyle defined by tranquility and natural splendor. Come explore the magic of Plum Island—you may just find your dream home waiting for you!

Newest Listings in Plum Island

$1,379,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 73554144 MLS

This is the one you’ve been waiting for! Stunning, sun-filled 3+ bedroom, 2 bath single family. Steps from the beach and parking for 8! Totally renovated in 2008, and updated again in 2024. This bi-level home features an open floor plan with chef’s kitchen, quartz countertops and breakfast bar, Bosch stainless appliances, large dining and living areas leading out to the decks , central air, gleaming hardwood floors, primary bedroom w/ walk-in closet, 2 upstairs guest beds , bathroom w/ glass enclosed shower, laundry closet w/ full size washer & dryer, lower level bonus room currently used as a separate living area with large bedroom, living room, office and full bath. Step outside to a full outdoor shower, grilling/sitting area, storage shed, gorgeous hydrangeas, no maintenance crushed stone and beautiful decks. Perfect for entertaining , 8 57th St. is a true oasis!

8 57th, Newburyport

$1,750,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 73553819 MLS

Looking for the perfect waterfront property? Well look no further than this custom built 3 bed, 2 bath home on the Basin of Plum Island. This stunning property was completely rebuilt from the foundation up in 2016 and has so many tastefully unique features that you need to see it for yourself. There is a gourmet kitchen with an expansive island featuring marble countertops, coffered ceilings, and top of the line stainless steel appliances. The fireplace living room, dining room, kitchen and sitting room offer an open concept with unobstructed water views from every room. The first floor features 2 bedrooms and a full bath with walk-in shower. French door to deck off dining/ living room overlooking the water. The upstairs features an open concept main bedroom with a full bath and French doors to 12 x 24 deck overlooking the Basin and beyond. Main bath has soaking jacuzzi tub and walk-in shower. Boathouse converted to a bonus room with French doors opening to the water and offering the perfect space for an art studio, home office, gym or guest room. Full basement with plenty of storage. Special features include bunk room with built-in double bed and bunk beds that have storage underneath. Bunk beds have portholes from a 61’ Chris Craft and bunk guardrails from the Faneuil Hall Rotunda. Coffered ceilings in kitchen, bead board ceilings in living and dining rooms as well as the upstairs. Lifetime roof with copper arches and flue, 2 built in safes, self watering garden boxes, custom woodwork, Boston fieldstone covers both the chimney and foundation. Wired for surround sound with Bose speakers inside and out. All underground utilities safe from the salt air. Deck built with lifetime garapa decking. All this and an EXTRA LOT included. Plenty of room to build a garage or ADU. Direct water access with boat ramp adjacent to property. Experience gorgeous island sunsets from either deck. Truly a stunning home! and property!

11 Julia St, Newburyport

$924,900

2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 73550905 MLS

Wake up to breathtaking, unobstructed Basin views & experience the ultimate Plum Island waterfront lifestyle. Perfectly positioned with direct Basin access, exclusive dock, nearby beach access & an expansive back deck overlooking the water, this coastal retreat is designed for effortless outdoor living—from kayaking & paddle-boarding to sunset dinners, morning coffee, & entertaining against a spectacular waterfront backdrop. Mature gardens, classic gray shingle siding, a welcoming front porch, & a three-season sun porch create inviting spaces to relax & soak in the sea breeze. Inside, the light-filled home offers a comfortable layout with a well sized living room, efficient kitchen & two second-floor bedrooms with vaulted ceilings, wood floors, ceiling fans, and generous closets. With five off-street parking spaces, a detached shed, and one of Plum Island's most coveted Basin locations, this is a rare opportunity to own a true coastal escape where every day feels like a vacation.

3 36th Street, Newbury

$990,000

6 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 73535880 MLS

**Seller open to "seller-financing" / partnership structures. One of the most compelling redevelopment opportunity available on Plum Island, with the the property offering ocean views just steps to the beach & attractions. Situated on a 6,499sqft lot with 6 off-street parking spaces, the property is a grandfathered legal 3-family structure containing ~1,810sqft of living area. 2 potential development concepts may include: (1) three luxury 2-bedroom, 1-bath condos with parking & outdoor deck space; or (2) two larger 3-bedroom luxury condos with parking & outdoor deck space. Conceptual plans are available to qualified buyers. Additional development potential and/or expanded FAR (Floor Area Ratio) may be possible through future town permitting/approvals. Buyer to perform all due diligence. Seller/Seller's agent make no representations or warranties regarding the condition of the existing structure & do not represent the building as salvageable for renovation. Property sold as-is.

5 Northern Blvd, Newbury

$1,800,000

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 73534897 MLS

Experience the art of waterfront living in this stunning 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath coastal retreat gracefully perched on the tranquil basin of Plum Island, just steps from the beach. With over 2,200 sq. ft. of refined space, this home captures seaside sophistication where every sunrise and sunset paints a masterpiece across panoramic views. Walls of glass frame sweeping water vistas, while the upgraded kitchen and open layout invite effortless entertaining. Wraparound decks create private sanctuaries for morning coffee or sunset gatherings or starlit dinners. Recent upgrades include new siding, a newer roof with warranty, new decks, and interior enhancements ensuring style and peace of mind. The walk-out basement offers generous storage, and parking for six or more cars. Surrounded by nature’s beauty and designed for comfort, this home is more than a residence it’s a lifestyle. From the rhythm of the tides to the glow of twilight over the basin, coastal living at its most luxurious,HEAVENLY

6 24th St, Newbury

$1,149,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 73534232 MLS

A rare BASIN FRONT oasis on Plum Island, tucked in a quiet, serene setting with soft breezes, salt air, wildlife & spectacular sunrises & sunsets! This fully furnished, turnkey cozy coastal beach home offers sweeping views over the basin, river & ocean, plus the ability to moor your boat in the basin. 75' WATER FRONTAGE, DOUBLE 9,444 SF LOT with excellent expansion potential for adding more square footage, with the home covering only approximately 1/3 of the allowable lot coverage area. Native beach plum bushes, 5+ parking, outdoor shower. Open-concept kitchen, vaulted living room, dining area, screened waterside sunrise porch & large front sunset deck. 1st-floor bedroom & full bath. Upstairs: bedroom/office, new W/D, 3/4 bath, front-to-back primary bedroom & private deck. New: vinyl siding, composite decks, SS appliances, HW & Roth oil tanks. Full basement/workshop. Seller enjoys home as a primary residence with a strong vacation rental history if desired. Higher elevation; no flood water on property in 10+ years. Close to the ocean beach, Sunset Grill, Riptide Cafe & Bar, Cottage Market, Wildlife Refuge & only a few miles from everything Newburyport's downtown historic waterfront seaport has to offer. NOTE: Back on market due to the buyer's car not fitting in the garage; as disclosed, the garage is step-down storage only.

6 Ivy Lane, Newbury

$849,000

73531220 MLS

Rare buildable 0.2273-acre (9,900 sq ft) lot in Newbury on Plum Island! Combine two side-by-side parcels (11 & 13) to build a multi-story home located on quiet 16th Street in the Newbury Plum Island Overlay District (PIOD) with northern views of The Basin. Unlike most of Plum Island, this is NOT in a flood zone. Preliminary due diligence with the town suggests the footprint supports approximately 1980 sq ft with 3BR of new construction with ample room for plenty of off-street parking. Municipal water and sewer are already on the street. An existing 600 sq ft cottage, supporting seasonal use, on parcel 13 establishes an excellent precedent for non-conforming structure/use. A 2-lot survey is available. Buyer is responsible for combining the parcels and for paying an outstanding $2,400 sewer betterment assessment (Water betterment has been paid) and to perform all due diligence. Signage on-site—come create your dream island getaway!

11 & 13 16th St, Newbury

$850,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 73529670 MLS

Here is your once-in-a-generation chance to plant roots or pour a foundation on one of the most coveted barrier islands on the entire New England coast. Plum Island is an 11-mile barrier island named for the wild beach plums that grow in its sandy dunes. Right at the heart of it all sits 32 Plum Island Blvd .25 acre lot w/ roots going back to 1935, now ready for a bold new vision. The existing structure has lived a full life. Now it's time to let the land speak. Whether you choose to tear down & build fresh or gut-renovate and reimagine, this lot offers something no amount of money can manufacture: location, ocean proximity, & the soul of Plum Island. Envision a custom-designed coastal home rising from this footprint- soaring ceilings of glass that frame the Atlantic, wide-plank white oak floors, wraparound decks where salt air replaces every worry, & a rooftop perch from which you can watch the sun melt into the Parker River marsh to the west while the full moon rises over the ocean.

32 Plum Island Blvd, Newbury

$5,790,000

6 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 73529550 MLS

Discover oceanfront quintessential island living in this newer constructed shingle style home, thoughtfully designed from the ground up to honor the storied architectural heritage of the New England coast while delivering every comfort the modern household demands. From the moment you arrive, the home's classic cedar-shingled façade and welcoming front porch communicate a sense of permanence and grace. It is a home that feels as though it has always belonged on this stretch of Plum Island shoreline. This home offers the most spectacular sunrises and sunsets. Waterviews are admired from every room. Every room tells the same story, thoughtful design, premium craft, and an abiding respect for the islands setting that surrounds it. The front and primary porches offer up a place for morning coffee, afternoon reading, and the simple pleasure of watching the world drift by at an island pace. Plum Island and this home is not just an address, it is a way of living a lifestyle.

4 35th St, Newbury

$1,900,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 73515679 MLS

Live the Plum Island Beach Life! Oceanfront home with direct beach access on Massachusetts’ pristine coastal paradise. This turn-key, year-round, renovated (2022) gem delivers the ultimate coastal escape—wake to crashing waves, endless Atlantic views, and that soul-soothing rhythm only oceanfront living provides.Generous windows frame nature’s daily show: rolling surf, seabirds, and spectacular sunrises. Inside, a modern open-concept design with soaring living room ceilings and a dramatic two-story stone fireplace creates a warm, inviting vibe. Fully furnished with new appliances and furnishings, it’s big enough for company, or large family but also cozy enough for just you! Call or text Lindsay to schedule a walkthrough of this little piece of Heaven!

4 Northern Blvd, Newbury

$975,000

2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 73508991 MLS

Soak in the most beautiful sunsets from your oversized wooden deck overlooking the Basin's best views! You won't believe the color's that reflect off the crisp ocean water and bounce into the sky, perfect for photography enthusiast, admirers and a perfect backdrop to relax in your very own oasis. At high tide you'll be able to easily push a kayak in or tie up and float to stay cool. Between the variety of wild birds that frequent the marsh and ocean life you'll never run out of organic entertainment. Inside, the open concept living space is a mix of hearty exposed wooden beams and bright natural light. The kitchen provides a little nook for eat in dining and extra space for additional storage. The most adorable home office was recently added to provide a separate space complete with overhead lighting. With two bedroom options, you can choose from main floor easy access or upstairs scenic views! Get creative with the additionally renovated space upstairs, maybe bathroom or guest space?

1 Basin Front Dr, Newbury

$964,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 73499418 MLS

Own a piece of Plum Island history-once the iconic Lighthouse Grill, now beautifully reimagined as a charming year-round coastal home beside the scenic Plum Island Light. This one-of-a-kind property features an open-concept layout w/ sun-filled living & dining area, complemented by an upgraded kitchen w/new cabinetry & quartz countertops. Enjoy stunning lighthouse views that create a truly unforgettable backdrop.Home offers 3 bedrooms, including a primary suite w/private bath. Versatile 2nd bedroom includes double bed & built-in bunk nook-perfect for guests, while 3rd bedroom provides flexibility as home office, ideal for work-from-the-beach lifestyle.Designed for effortless indoor-outdoor living, step outside to a private patio w/ portico & built-in grill, plus spacious yard perfect for entertaining. Located just a short stroll to 3 beautiful beaches: Oceanfront, North Point, & the Basin-all w/in approximately 100 yards & minutes from Newburyport, coastal living at its finest.

270 Northern Blvd, Newburyport

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