149 Islington St

ZIP code 03801 covers Atlantic Heights, Bersum Gardens, Christian Shore, Colonial Pines and Creek Area across Portsmouth, Newington and New Castle. The area sits by the Piscataqua River and Great Bay, with a coastal New England climate of snowy winters, mild summers and changing foliage. Portsmouth’s historic downtown brings brick sidewalks, historic architecture, independent shops, cafés, restaurants and a lively arts and nightlife scene; Strawbery Banke Museum offers a window into the city’s past. Waterfront paths and nearby outdoor spaces make room for walks and fresh air, while the region’s shoreline and river shape everyday views. Getting around is easiest by car, with local roads linking the communities and walkable destinations in central Portsmouth. For ZIP code 03801, the median rent is $2,833 per month, with a typical range of $1,300 to $10,000.