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09/18/2026

This one had us at the mix of historic charm and modern updates. ❤️

18 Broad Street is exactly the kind of home we can picture ourselves settling right into — wide pine floors, exposed brick, beautiful old character, and the kind of thoughtful updates that make everyday living easy.

We can totally imagine mornings in that sun-drenched kitchen, coffee in hand, hanging out around that big wood island… and then ending the day out back in the private yard with friends, a fire going, and a glass of wine. The living spaces feel warm and inviting, the updates are beautiful, and the whole home just has that special Newburyport charm you can’t fake.

And the location? So good. Tucked onto one of the prettiest streets in town, with easy access to downtown, the rail trails, schools, coffee shops, and everything else that makes Newburyport feel like home.

Yep — this one’s a favorite.

📍 18 Broad St, Newburyport
Listing Courtesy of: Realty One Group Nest | Holly Mazur

See more ➡️ https://blanchettehomes.kw.com/property/18-Broad-St-Newburyport-MA-01950/2157737202677574

09/14/2026

Well, that didn’t take long. 🍂 The fall listings are starting to arrive.

102 new listings.
24 under agreement.
30 sold.

After several quieter weeks, we saw a big jump in new inventory as everyone settled back into their routines after Labor Day. Buyer activity hasn’t caught up just yet, with homes taking about 27 days to receive an offer, but most sold homes are still closing right around 100% of list price.

Rates are holding at 6.91%, and with a lot more choices hitting the market, we’ll be watching to see if buyers follow as the fall market gets underway.

📲 Thinking about making a move this fall? Let’s make a plan.

09/11/2026

This one feels like stepping into a piece of Newbury history — but still very much like a home we could picture ourselves living in. ❤️

15 Coleman Road dates back to the late 1700s, and we love that so much of its character is still here: beautiful hardwood floors, historic fireplaces, detailed millwork and all those little touches you just can’t recreate.

But it also feels incredibly livable. There’s a gorgeous updated kitchen, a sunroom wrapped in windows, plenty of space to gather, and then the barn + detached studio that immediately have us imagining a workshop, home gym, office, creative space… maybe all of the above.

Big dinners, quiet mornings, sunset drinks in the sunroom — this one just feels special.

📍 15 Coleman Road, Newbury
Listing Courtesy of: Portside Real Estate Group | Christina Frost

See more ➡️ https://blanchettehomes.kw.com/property/15-Coleman-Rd-Newbury-MA-01922/2156820508924192

09/08/2026

Back to school, back to routines… and back to a little more activity in the market. 🚌

33 new listings.
51 under agreement.
54 sold.

After a quieter end to August, buyers were still making moves over Labor Day week, with 51 homes going under agreement. Sold homes averaged 101% of list price, while rates ticked up to 6.91%.

September always feels a little like a fresh start — and we’ll be watching to see if that brings a fall push in the weeks ahead. 🍂

📲 Thinking about making a move this fall? Let’s make a plan.

09/04/2026

This one had us at the views. 😍

We can totally picture ourselves waking up here, coffee in hand, watching the tide roll through the marsh — and then ending the day out on the deck as the whole landscape changes with the sunset.

12 Plum Bush Downs is one of those homes where the setting really is the star. Nearly 360° water views, walls of windows, a bright open living space, a huge primary bedroom, plus a loft that could easily become guest space, an office, or just a really great hangout spot.

And then there’s the Plum Island lifestyle… beach days, surfing, sailing, egrets passing by, and that feeling of being tucked away in your own little coastal world.

Yep. We could absolutely see ourselves here. ❤️

📍 12 Plum Bush Downs, Newbury
Listing Courtesy of: RE/MAX Bentley’s | Alissa Christie

See more ➡️ https://blanchettehomes.kw.com/property/12-Plum-Bush-Downs-Newbury-MA-01951/2154522653276490

08/31/2026

The last days of summer are here. ☀️

54 new listings.
27 under agreement.
48 sold.

As expected, the market is still moving at a slower end-of-summer pace while everyone squeezes in those last vacation days and gets back into school-year routines. Even so, sold homes averaged a strong 102% of list price, and rates are holding around 6.73%.

For now, we’re enjoying the last bit of summer — and getting ready to see what the fall market brings. 🍂

📲 Thinking about a fall move? Let’s make a plan.

08/28/2026

✨ Feature Friday ✨

We love this Plum Island home because it gives you that beach-house lifestyle with so much flexibility. 133 Old Point is fully renovated, set on a double lot, and just a stone’s throw from the neighborhood beach — with a big deck perfectly positioned for those Plum Island sunsets.

You can picture summer days at the beach, friends gathered around the kitchen island, game nights in the finished lower level, and evenings outside watching the sky change over the water. With four bedrooms, two full baths, and a bright open layout, it works beautifully as a year-round home, a summer getaway, or even an investment property.

Close to Plum Island beaches, restaurants, Parker River Wildlife Refuge, and downtown Newburyport, this is coastal living that feels easy to enjoy from day one.

See more ➡️ https://blanchettehomes.kw.com/property/133-Old-Point-Newburyport-MA-01950/2151939712583990

Want to learn more? DM or call/text Matt at 978-697-5135

Listing courtesy of: Keller Williams Realty Evolution | Maggie Pratt

08/25/2026

The unofficial end of summer is almost here. 🌅

58 new listings.
48 under agreement.
35 sold.

With Labor Day approaching and kids heading back to school, it’s normal to see the market take a bit of a pause while everyone settles into new routines. Homes are still selling strong, averaging 102% of list price, while rates are around 6.75%.

It’s always a little sad to see summer go, but there’s something about a new school year — even as adults — that feels like a fresh start. We may stay a little quieter over the next few weeks, but the fall market will be here before we know it.

📲 Thinking about making a move this fall? Now’s a great time to start making a plan.

08/24/2026

Sometimes you have to get a little farther away from your normal life before you can see it clearly again.

A few days camping along the S**o River reminded me how good it feels to unplug, pay attention, embrace a little adventure, and remember what actually matters.

This month’s note is about resets, real estate, and why the search itself may be part of the point.

**A Good Old-Fashioned Reset**
- https://mailchi.mp/blanchettehomes/august2026

08/21/2026

✨ Feature Friday ✨

We love this Newburyport home because it has that “yes, this would really work for us” feeling. 26 Summit Place is in a great location just minutes from downtown, with the space, updates, and layout that make everyday life feel easy.

You can picture mornings around the oversized kitchen island, friends gathered while dinner is being made, and summer evenings with the doors open to the deck, patio, and fenced backyard. The custom mudroom off the garage is one of those details you’d appreciate every single day, and the finished basement gives you bonus space for a gym, playroom, media room, or whatever life needs next.

With four bedrooms upstairs, a spacious primary suite, great storage, and thoughtful updates throughout, this is one of those homes that feels ready for real life — comfortable, functional, and easy to love.

See more ➡️ https://blanchettehomes.kw.com/property/26-Summit-Place-Newburyport-MA-01950/2149779476953692

Want to learn more? DM or call/text Matt at 978-697-5135

Listing courtesy of: Compass | Bakhtiari Group

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