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  • Listed by: The Aland Realty Group • Becky Vardell
    Price cut: $79.1K (6/29)
    $699,900

    139 Thornton Street, Portsmouth, NH 03801

    4beds
    1,896sqft
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1890
    3,485 Square Feet Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $369/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Attached utility shedThree bedroomsInviting wrap-around porchHigh ceilings
    Rich in character and timeless appeal, this stately New Englander located in the heart of Portsmouth’s desirable Creek neighborhood, offers classic charm and the perfect canvas for your vision. With a little TLC and thoughtful updates, this property can truly shine. Ideal for investors, renovators, or buyers looking to customize their dream home. The inviting wrap-around porch provides the perfect setting for morning coffee or unwinding at sunset. Inside, original details and solid craftsmanship have been preserved, showcasing the home’s exceptional bones. Highlights include a classic entryway with original newel post, high ceilings, a charming Kitchen with Butler’s Pantry, and a generously sized Dining Room with built-in hutch. A convenient three-quarter Bath completes the first floor. On the second level, you’ll find three Bedrooms and full bath. A versatile pass through room, ideal for a home office or writing nook, leads to a finished walk-up third floor with skylights, offering additional flexible living space. The full basement with walk-out provides ample storage, while the attached utility shed offers opportunity for potential garage with expansion above. Perfectly situated between Downtown and the West End, and just minutes from New Franklin Elementary and Pine Street Playground, this location offers both convenience and community. An excellent opportunity to restore and personalize a classic home in one of Portsmouth’s most vibrant neighborhoods.
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    Listed by:

    Becky Vardell,

    The Aland Realty Group 603-501-0463,

    Valerie Ellmer,

    The Aland Realty Group

    Source: PrimeMLS,MLS#: 5087045MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 4
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      • 3/4 bathrooms: 1
      Heating
      • Oil
      Cooling
      • None
      Appliances
      • Included: Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Stove
      Features
      • Natural Light, Walk-In Closet(s)
      • Flooring: Hardwood, Vinyl
      • Windows: Skylight(s)
      • Basement: Full,Unfinished,Walkout,Interior Access,Interior Entry
      • Attic: Walk-up
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 3,472
      • Total interior livable area: 1,896 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 1,896
      • Finished area below ground: 0

      Property

      Parking
      • Parking features: Paved
      Features
      • Levels: Two
      • Stories: 2
      • Patio & porch: Covered Porch
      • Exterior features: Garden
      Lot
      • Size: 3,485 Square Feet
      • Features: Corner Lot, Street Lights, Near Shopping, Neighborhood, Near Hospital, Near School(s)
      Details
      • Parcel number: PRSMM0159B0020L
      • Zoning description: GRA

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: New Englander
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Wood Frame, Asbestos Exterior
      • Foundation: Fieldstone
      • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1890

      Utilities & green energy

      • Electric: 100 Amp Service, Circuit Breakers, Knob and Tube
      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Utilities for property: Cable at Site, Gas On-Site

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Security: Hardwired Smoke Detector
      Location
      • Region: Portsmouth

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $369/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $747,300
      • Annual tax amount: $8,601
      • Date on market: 5/5/2026
      • Road surface type: Paved

        Estimated market value

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        Estimated sales range

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        $4,602/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        6/29/2026Price change$699,900-10.2%$369/sqft
        Source: PrimeMLS #5087045 Report a problem
        5/5/2026Listed for sale$779,000+187.5%$411/sqft
        Source: PrimeMLS #5087045 Report a problem
        1/16/2004Sold$271,000$143/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2024$8,355 +12.1%$747,300 +61.7%
        2023$7,454 +6.1%$462,100
        2022$7,024 +3.4%$462,100
        2020$6,793 -1.1%$462,100
        2019$6,867 +4.4%$462,100 +11.2%
        2018$6,580 +3%$415,400
        2017$6,389 +9.9%$415,400 +21.8%
        2016$5,811 +1.5%$341,000
        2015$5,725 +5.3%$341,000 +13.6%
        2014$5,435 +3.1%$300,300
        2012$5,270 +1.6%$300,300
        2011$5,186 -0.8%$300,300
        2010$5,228 $300,300
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 03801

        Getting around

        71 / 100
        Very Walkable
        55 / 100
        Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Elementary: New Franklin School
        • Middle: Portsmouth Middle 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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