Charming Bungalow with Timeless Elegance in Portsmouth, NH.Discover a beautiful blend of classic charm and modern convenience in this stunning Bungalow-style home, built in the 1900s and located just a leisurely 1.4-mile stroll from the heart of downtown Portsmouth. This meticulously maintained gem sits on a spacious .44-acre lot, inviting you into its warm embrace. As you enter, be captivated by the spacious main level, featuring original details such as coffered ceilings, crown molding, and exquisite built-in cabinets with leaded glass accents. The captivating stained glass light fixtures enhance the home’s character, creating a welcoming atmosphere. The eat-in kitchen, perfect for family gatherings, boasts butcher block countertops and an abundance of natural light, making it an ideal space for everyday living and entertaining. The formal dining room with built in lead glass cabinets flows naturally into the adjoining living room, with its oversized windows and decorative gas fireplace, offers a cozy retreat for relaxation. A sun-drenched den or office adjacent to the living room provides a peaceful spot for work or leisure, while two comfortable bedrooms on the first floor, along with a full bath, ensure convenience for aging in place. Ascend to the second floor to find a spacious ensuite featuring a walk-in closet, a private bathroom, and the comfort of central air & vaulted ceilings. Don’t miss the opportunity to make this enchanting home.
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Listed by: GRG Gosselin Realty Group • Gregory Gosselin
Bought with: Duston Leddy Real Estate
$1,280,000
1229 South Street, Portsmouth, NH 03801
3beds
3,209sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1900
0.44 Acres Lot
$1,308,300 Zestimate®
$399/sqft
$5,441 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,308,300
$1.20M - $1.41M
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Decorative gas fireplaceFormal dining roomCentral airAbundance of natural lightOversized windowsSun-drenched denButcher block countertops
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Listed by:
Gregory Gosselin,
GRG Gosselin Realty Group 207-363-2414
Bought with:
Sam Harding
Duston Leddy Real Estate
Source: PrimeMLS,MLS#: 5027672
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Natural Gas, Baseboard, Zoned, Radiator, Steam
Cooling
- Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Stove, Natural Gas Water Heater, Instant Hot Water
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Hearth, Kitchen/Dining, Primary BR w/ BA, Natural Light, Natural Woodwork, Indoor Storage, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Concrete, Laminate, Wood
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Basement: Climate Controlled,Concrete Floor,Finished,Interior Stairs,Storage Space,Interior Access,Interior Entry
- Attic: No Access to Attic
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,209
- Total interior livable area: 3,209 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,629
- Finished area below ground: 580
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Paved, Auto Open, Direct Entry, Driveway, Garage, Off Street
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1.5
- Patio & porch: Patio, Covered Porch
- Exterior features: Garden
- Fencing: Partial
- Frontage length: Road frontage: 100
Lot
- Size: 0.44 Acres
- Features: Landscaped, Sidewalks, Street Lights, In Town, Near Country Club, Near Golf Course, Near Shopping, Neighborhood, Near Hospital, Near School(s)
Details
- Parcel number: PRSMM0151B0024L
- Zoning description: GRA
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Frame, Shake Siding, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Concrete
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Utilities for property: Cable, Gas On-Site
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Portsmouth
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $399/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,254,800
- Annual tax amount: $12,669
- Date on market: 1/25/2025
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/28/2025 | Sold | $1,280,000-5.5%$399/sqft |
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| 4/27/2025 | Contingent | $1,355,000$422/sqft |
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| 3/28/2025 | Price change | $1,355,000-7.9%$422/sqft |
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| 1/25/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,472,023+208%$459/sqft |
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| 11/6/2007 | Sold | $478,000+11.7%$149/sqft |
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| 12/8/2004 | Sold | $428,000$133/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $14,029 +10.7% | $1,254,800 +59.8% |
| 2023 | $12,669 +6.1% | $785,400 |
| 2022 | $11,938 +3.4% | $785,400 |
| 2020 | $11,545 -0.9% | $785,400 +0.2% |
| 2019 | $11,649 +3.5% | $783,900 +10.3% |
| 2018 | $11,254 +3% | $710,500 |
| 2017 | $10,927 +3.7% | $710,500 +14.9% |
| 2016 | $10,539 +1.5% | $618,500 |
| 2015 | $10,385 +7.9% | $618,500 +16.3% |
| 2014 | $9,626 +3.8% | $531,800 +0.6% |
| 2012 | $9,277 +1.6% | $528,600 |
| 2011 | $9,129 -0.8% | $528,600 |
| 2010 | $9,203 | $528,600 |
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Neighborhood: 03801
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GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Little Harbour SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.8 mi
- 8/10Portsmouth Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 10/10Portsmouth High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Little Harbor School
- High: Portsmouth High School
- District: Portsmouth
Source: PrimeMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- New Hampshire
- Rockingham County
- Portsmouth
- 03801
- 1229 South Street
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