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For sale by owner
  • $849,000

    2 Melbourne St, Portsmouth, NH 03801

    3beds
    1,881sqft
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    $5,502/mo
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    SingleFamily
    Built in 1955
    0.3 Acres Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $451/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Striking brick fireplacePrivate drivewaySingle-level ranch designLevel lawnDistinctive brick ranchEasy-flowing floor planBeautiful hardwood floors
    Welcome to 2 Melbourne Street, a distinctive brick ranch offering classic character, generous living space, and an exceptional Portsmouth location. Set on a spacious lot in the sought-after West End, this inviting home combines timeless architectural details with a comfortable, practical layout featuring 3 bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms. Inside, beautiful hardwood floors flow throughout the main living spaces, complemented by warm natural light and charming architectural details, including graceful arched doorways and a striking brick fireplace. The generously sized living room provides an ideal gathering space, while the adjoining dining and living areas create a natural flow for everyday living and entertaining. A standout feature of the home is the impressive built-in shelving and display space, offering both functionality and character. The kitchen is conveniently positioned within the home's easy-flowing floor plan, with additional rooms and flexible spaces providing plenty of opportunity to suit your lifestyle. The home's single-level ranch design offers the ease and accessibility buyers appreciate, while the full lower level and walk-up attic provide abundant storage and future possibilities. Outside, the classic brick façade, mature landscaping, level lawn, paved walkways, and private driveway create a welcoming first impression. And the location is hard to beat. Enjoy the best of Portsmouth's West End with restaurants, breweries, shops, parks, and neighborhood amenities nearby, while downtown Portsmouth is just minutes away. With its handsome brick exterior, hardwood floors, character-filled interior, generous lot, and prime Portsmouth location, 2 Melbourne Street is a rare opportunity to own a home with both personality and potential.
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      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 1
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      Heating
      • Oil
      Features
      • Basement: Unfinished
      • Has fireplace: No
      Interior area
      • Total interior livable area: 1,881 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Parking features: Garage - Attached
      Features
      • Exterior features: Brick
      Lot
      • Size: 0.3 Acres
      Details
      • Parcel number: PRSMM0233B0017L

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      Materials
      • Roof: Asphalt
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1955

      Community & HOA

      Location
      • Region: Portsmouth

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $451/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $615,600
      • Annual tax amount: $6,882
      • Date on market: 8/22/2026

        Estimated market value

        Not available

        Estimated sales range

        Not available

        $3,498/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        9/13/2024Sold$500,000-5.6%$266/sqft
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        8/3/2024Pending sale$529,900$282/sqft
        Source: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Verani Realty #5001062 Report a problem
        8/1/2024Contingent$529,900$282/sqft
        Source: PrimeMLS #5001062 Report a problem
        7/13/2024Pending sale$529,900$282/sqft
        Source: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Verani Realty #5001062 Report a problem
        7/3/2024Price change$529,900-11.7%$282/sqft
        Source: PrimeMLS #5001062 Report a problem
        6/18/2024Listed for sale$599,900$319/sqft
        Source: PrimeMLS #5001062 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2024$6,882 +2.6%$615,600 +48%
        2023$6,710 +6.1%$416,000
        2022$6,323 +3.4%$416,000
        2020$6,115 -1.1%$416,000
        2019$6,182 +6.1%$416,000 +13%
        2018$5,829 +4.9%$368,000 +1.9%
        2017$5,557 +1.6%$361,300 +12.6%
        2016$5,468 +1.5%$320,900
        2015$5,388 -0.8%$320,900 +7%
        2014$5,430 +2.9%$300,000 -0.2%
        2012$5,277 +1.6%$300,700
        2011$5,193 -0.8%$300,700
        2010$5,235 $300,700
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 03801

        Getting around

        28 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        38 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

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