A Charming Piece of Rochester History with Plenty of Potential! Originally built in 1871 and lovingly purchased by the current sellers in 1968, this sweet Cape offers the opportunity to own a home with history, character, and a future ready to be shaped by its next owner. Situated on a corner lot in a quiet Rochester neighborhood, this one-and-a-half-story home features 3 bedrooms, 1 full bath, and a welcoming sunroom, a wonderful spot to enjoy your morning coffee, curl up with a book, or simply take in the changing seasons. The fully fenced yard provides a private outdoor space for gardening, entertaining, play, or relaxing. A full basement offers excellent storage and potential for a workshop or future finishing. The home does need updating, making it an ideal opportunity for a first-time buyer, renovator, or someone who appreciates the satisfaction of transforming a home to reflect their own personal style and taste. With its classic Cape proportions and nearly 155 years of history, this property offers something increasingly difficult to find: a home with a story and the chance to write its next chapter. Bring your ideas, your creativity, and your vision—and make this charming Rochester home your own. Conveniently located in New Hampshire's Seacoast region, Rochester offers an appealing combination of small-city convenience, community character, and access to the outdoors. Rochester's location also makes it an attractive choice for commuters, with convenient access to Portsmouth, Dover, Durham, the Lakes Region, and the Maine border. Whether you're looking for your first home, a project you can make your own, or an affordable way to put down roots in the Seacoast area, this 1871 Cape is a special opportunity to bring new life to a home that has been part of Rochester's (The Lilac City) story for generations.
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Listed by: Coldwell Banker Realty - Portsmouth, NH • Jennifer Seabrooke
$249,000
10 Sylvain Street, Rochester, NH 03867
3beds
1,148sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1871
5,663 Square Feet Lot
$281,700 Zestimate®
$217/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
One-and-a-half-story homeClassic cape proportionsFully fenced yardWelcoming sunroomCorner lot
- 53 minutes
- 168
- 38
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Listed by:
Jennifer Seabrooke,
Coldwell Banker Realty - Portsmouth, NH Off:603-334-1900
Source: PrimeMLS,MLS#: 5109863
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Oil, Forced Air
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer, Electric Stove, Owned Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Kitchen/Living, Natural Light, Indoor Storage
- Flooring: Vinyl, Wood
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Basement: Bulkhead,Full,Storage Space,Unfinished,Basement Stairs,Interior Entry
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,828
- Total interior livable area: 1,148 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,148
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Paved, Driveway, Off Street, Parking Spaces 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bathroom, 1st Floor Hrd Surfce Flr, Hard Surface Flooring
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Exterior features: Garden, Natural Shade
- Fencing: Full
Lot
- Size: 5,663 Square Feet
- Features: Corner Lot, Level, Street Lights, Neighborhood, Near Hospital
Details
- Parcel number: RCHEM0121B0190L0000
- Zoning description: R2
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Frame, Aluminum Siding
- Foundation: Block, Concrete, Stone
- Roof: Asphalt Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1871
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Utilities for property: Phone, Cable
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Battery Smoke Detector
Location
- Region: Rochester
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $217/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $223,400
- Annual tax amount: $3,418
- Date on market: 9/15/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,Rehab Loan
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$281,700
$245,000 - $313,000
$2,346/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/15/2026 | Listed for sale | $249,000$217/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,317 -3.8% | $223,400 +66.8% |
| 2023 | $3,447 +1.8% | $133,900 |
| 2022 | $3,385 +2.5% | $133,900 |
| 2021 | $3,301 +0.2% | $133,900 |
| 2020 | $3,295 -1.2% | $133,900 |
| 2019 | $3,334 +12.7% | $133,900 +13.1% |
| 2018 | $2,958 -5.1% | $118,400 |
| 2017 | $3,117 +11.8% | $118,400 +20% |
| 2016 | $2,789 +0.4% | $98,700 |
| 2015 | $2,778 +2.5% | $98,700 |
| 2014 | $2,711 -6.1% | $98,700 -9.9% |
| 2013 | $2,886 +2.6% | $109,500 |
| 2012 | $2,812 +3.3% | $109,500 |
| 2011 | $2,722 +1.4% | $109,500 -2.6% |
| 2010 | $2,685 -6.4% | $112,400 -10.1% |
| 2009 | $2,868 -0.7% | $125,000 -13.5% |
| 2008 | $2,889 +4.3% | $144,500 -4.4% |
| 2006 | $2,771 | $151,100 |
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Neighborhood: 03867
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Rochester School
- Middle: Rochester Middle School
- High: Spaulding High School
- District: Rochester
Source: PrimeMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

