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.
For sale by owner
$849,000
2 Melbourne St, Portsmouth, NH 03801
3beds
1,881sqft
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
- 19 days
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Listed by:
Property Owner (617) 538-1097
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
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/13/2024 | Sold | $500,000-5.6%$266/sqft |
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| 8/3/2024 | Pending sale | $529,900$282/sqft |
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| 8/1/2024 | Contingent | $529,900$282/sqft |
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| 7/13/2024 | Pending sale | $529,900$282/sqft |
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| 7/3/2024 | Price change | $529,900-11.7%$282/sqft |
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| 6/18/2024 | Listed for sale | $599,900$319/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax 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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