Perched dramatically along the pristine Rye coastline, the oceanfront estate at 24 Straws Pointstands as a masterpiece of luxury on New Hampshire’s highly coveted and tightly held 18 miles of direct waterfront. Enjoying a rare geographic orientation, this legacy property commands breathtaking, sweeping panoramic views looking south all the way to the Massachusetts North Shore coastline. Adding to its unmatched exclusivity, the residence is one of only nine historic homes that directly abuts a magnificent, protected oceanfront common right to its front, ensuring an estate-like setting and a lifetime of unobstructed coastal beauty. Spanning over 7,000 SF of architectural craftsmanship, this residence presents an elegant 3-story silhouette from the front while cascading into 4 complete levels of oceanfront living from the back. The main entry level features a grand entry, sophisticated sitting room, private office, and a gourmet kitchen flowing into dining and family spaces facing the water. The home boasts 16 rooms, including 4 second-level en-suite bedrooms (septic officially approved for 4 bedrooms) and 6.5 baths. The incredibly versatile floor plan offers expansive flexible-use spaces for multi-generational living. The second floor includes a sitting room landing with a hall bath and a dedicated guest overflow room. The third floor reveals a private 3-room suite complete with an en-suite bath and laundry. The walk-out lower level adds an exercise room, full bath, and a spacious bunk room for guest overflow—exiting at grade to the oceanfront grounds. Inside, majestic living halls feature soaring ceilings. Outside, the private sanctuary is anchored by a heated, built-in swimming pool positioned to catch the sea breeze. 24 Straws Point offers privacy, timeless elegance, and a generational Seacoast living experience.
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Listed by: Ruffner Real Estate, LLC • Florence Ruffner
$21,500,000
24 Straws Point, Rye, NH 03870
4beds
7,428sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1902
1.19 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$2,894/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Oceanfront estateEstate-like settingSophisticated sitting roomGrand entryPrivate office
- 51 days
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Listed by:
Florence Ruffner,
Ruffner Real Estate, LLC florenceruffner@gmail.com
Source: PrimeMLS,MLS#: 5101732
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 7
- Full bathrooms: 6
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Propane
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Range Hood, Microwave, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Wired for Sound
- Basement: Finished,Walk-Up Access
Interior area
- Total structure area: 7,428
- Total interior livable area: 7,428 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 7,428
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Paved
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: 3.5
- Stories: 3.5
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: In Ground
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Heated
- Has view: Yes
- On waterfront: Yes
- Body of water: Atlantic Ocean
Lot
- Size: 1.19 Acres
- Features: Views
Details
- Parcel number: RYEEM091B014
- Zoning description: Res
- Other equipment: Standby Generator
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Modern Architecture
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Masonry, Wood Frame
- Foundation: Concrete
- Roof: Asphalt Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1902
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security System
Location
- Region: Rye
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $2,894/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $5,047,400
- Annual tax amount: $43,104
- Date on market: 7/25/2026
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/25/2026 | Listed for sale | $21,500,000+2329.4%$2,894/sqft |
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| 1/25/1996 | Sold | $885,000$119/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $43,710 +7.8% | $5,047,400 |
| 2023 | $40,531 +15% | $5,047,400 |
| 2022 | $35,231 -12.4% | $5,047,400 +28.3% |
| 2020 | $40,221 | $3,935,500 |
| 2019 | $40,221 +2.2% | $3,935,500 +1.1% |
| 2018 | $39,345 | $3,891,700 |
| 2017 | $39,345 +2.1% | $3,891,700 +7.8% |
| 2016 | $38,540 -12.1% | $3,608,600 -9.7% |
| 2013 | $43,842 +35.6% | $3,996,500 +23.5% |
| 2010 | $32,333 -3.5% | $3,236,500 -7.1% |
| 2008 | $33,517 +8% | $3,484,100 |
| 2007 | $31,043 | $3,484,100 |
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