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Highlights

  • New plank flooring
  • Off street parking
  • Laundry in building
  • No smoking
  • All new stainless steel appliances

Location

400 Merrimac St, Newburyport, MA 01950, USA
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Management

Lockwood Realty Partners LLC

Leasing office

(978) 961-4817 ext. 2

Property Overview

Merrimac Street Apartments has a strong overall rating, with especially high marks for price, amenities, and location, suggesting solid value and everyday convenience. Notable features include new plank flooring, off-street parking, laundry in the building, no smoking, and all new stainless steel appliances, while nearby top-rated schools add to its appeal.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Merrimac Street Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Merrimac Street Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • High school nearby

Floor plans

1 Bedroom 1st Floor1 bed1 bath650 sqft$2,300 /mo1 unit availableNewly updated 1 bedroom apartment, all new stainless steel appliances, new cabinets with granite counters, new plank flooring, great location, off street parking, yard, fantastic layout, laundry in building, heat and hot water included with the rent. No smoking please call 978-887-8856.

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Amenities for Merrimac Street Apartments

Apartment Amenities

Central HeatHeating
Hot Water

Appliances

Fully Applianced

Grounds

Off-Street Parking
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One-time.

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One-time. Refundable.

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About Merrimac Street Apartments

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Newly updated 1 bedroom apartment, all new stainless steel appliances, new cabinets with granite counters, new plank flooring, great location, off street parking, yard, fantastic layout, laundry in building, heat and hot water included with the rent. No smoking please call 978-887-8856.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Merrimac Street Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Merrimac Street Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Merrimac Street Apartments
Price·9A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Merrimac Street Apartments stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
Merrimac Street Apartments goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including hot water. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Merrimac Street Apartments receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Merrimac Street Apartments is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While Merrimac Street Apartments does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
Merrimac Street Apartments provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How Merrimac Street Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.3 mile away
High school nearby
There is a high school 1 mile away

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
Grow a garden indoors
A balcony, backyard, or shared outdoor space isn't available

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Rent trends in Newburyport

1-bedroom apartments at Merrimac Street Apartments cost about 28% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Newburyport.

Median rents as of Mar 1 2025.
Newburyport
A table of studio rental data trends in Newburyport
MonthMedian Rent
February 2025$1,800
March 2025$1,800

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$92,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $92,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $2,300.
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Schools near Merrimac Street Apartments

Francis T. Bresnahan Elementary School

333 high st

newburyport, MA, 1950

PK, K-3Public
B+

Edward G. Molin Elementary School

70 low st

newburyport, MA, 1950

4-5Public
B-

South Hampton Barnard School

219 main ave

south hampton, NH, 3827

K-8Public
A

Lincoln Akerman School

8 exeter rd

hampton falls, NH, 3844

K-8Public
A

Kensington Elementary School

122 amesbury rd

kensington, NH, 3833

PK, K-5Public
A-
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Neighborhood

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Newburyport near 400 Merrimac St

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

2/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 400 Merrimac St, Newburyport

Groceries

7/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

4/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

3/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk

High schools

3/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

1/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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