GRACIOUS SEACOAST LIVING WITH A NOD TO THE PAST…A LANDMARK RESIDENCE IN AN IDYLLIC PASTORAL SETTING! Nestled on a scenic country road near the state border minutes to Amesbury, Newburyport and beaches, this 1920 Colonial blends history, character, and versatility on beautiful acreage. Quaint stone walls and a covered portico welcome you to stylish interiors where wide plank floors, oversized windows and classic millwork recall a bygone era. Gather in the sun-filled living room or unwind by the gas fireplace in the family room as you take in natural views. Host book club in the front keeping room, relax on the screened porch or savor special occasions in the dining room while adjacent vintage eat-in kitchen and butler’s pantry make entertaining a snap. Enjoy morning coffee and birdsong on the patio with rolling green hills in the distance as your backdrop. Delightful summer days unfold by the in-ground pool and cabana while evenings bring painted skies and wildlife sightings. The mudroom easily collects outdoor things and dual sinks make clean up easy. Unwind in serene bedrooms upstairs, rejuvenate in the refreshed bath and work from home in the office. Guests, family or renters will delight in a private in-law wing with its own entrance, kitchen, living area and special elevated screened porch. Enjoy top-tier schools and small-town seasonal celebrations nearby. NEW ENGLAND CHARM, MODERN COMFORTS AND SPACES THAT FLEX TO FIT YOUR LIFE! THIS IS THE PERFECT PLACE TO CALL HOME!
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Listed by: Keller Williams Realty-Metropolitan
Bought with: Broad Street Boutique Realty
$995,000
261 Main Avenue, South Hampton, NH 03827
5beds
4,380sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1920
2.01 Acres Lot
$1,014,100 Zestimate®
$227/sqft
$5,410 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,014,100
$943,000 - $1.10M
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Gas fireplacePrivate in-law wingIn-ground poolRefreshed bathClassic millworkScreened porchScenic country road
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Listed by:
Fine Homes Group International,
Keller Williams Realty-Metropolitan 603-232-8282
Bought with:
Caryn L Incollingo
Broad Street Boutique Realty
Source: PrimeMLS,MLS#: 5047213
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Propane, Forced Air, Hot Air, Zoned
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer, Gas Range, Refrigerator, ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer, Electric Stove, Propane Water Heater, Owned Water Heater
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Home Theater Wiring, Kitchen/Dining, Kitchen/Family, Kitchen/Living, LED Lighting, T8 Fluorescent Lighting, Living/Dining, Natural Light, Soaking Tub, Indoor Storage, Wired for Sound, Walk-in Pantry, Programmable Thermostat, Smart Thermostat
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
- Windows: Blinds, Drapes, Screens, Double Pane Windows
- Basement: Concrete Floor,Daylight,Insulated,Exterior Stairs,Interior Stairs,Storage Space,Unfinished,Interior Access,Interior Entry
- Attic: Walk-up
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas
Interior area
- Total structure area: 7,826
- Total interior livable area: 4,380 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 4,380
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Paved, Assigned, Driveway, Off Street, Parking Spaces 6+
- Has garage: Yes
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio, Covered Porch, Screened Porch
- Exterior features: Garden, Natural Shade
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: In Ground
- Has view: Yes
Lot
- Size: 2.01 Acres
- Features: Country Setting, Landscaped, Sloped, Views
Details
- Parcel number: SHMPM00002L000052S000001
- Zoning description: RES
- Other equipment: Satellite Dish
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial,New Englander
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foam Insulation, Wood Frame, Cedar Exterior, Clapboard Exterior, Shingle Siding
- Foundation: Block, Brick, Fieldstone, Poured Concrete
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1920
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: 1000 Gallon, Concrete, Leach Field, Private Sewer, Septic Tank
- Utilities for property: Phone Available
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), HW/Batt Smoke Detector
Location
- Region: South Hampton
Other
Other facts
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/17/2025 | Sold | $995,000-0.5%$227/sqft |
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| 8/27/2025 | Price change | $1,000,000-9.1%$228/sqft |
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| 6/18/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,100,000+120%$251/sqft |
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| 5/29/2015 | Sold | $499,933+0%$114/sqft |
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| 11/21/2014 | Price change | $499,900-5.7%$114/sqft |
Source: The Entry Only Listing Service #71771012 Report a problem | ||
| 10/20/2014 | Price change | $529,900-3.7%$121/sqft |
Source: keller williams coastal realty #4368310 Report a problem | ||
| 7/3/2014 | Listed for sale | $550,000+126.8%$126/sqft |
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| 10/1/1999 | Sold | $242,500$55/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $12,786 | $926,500 |
| 2023 | $12,786 +19.9% | $926,500 +72.5% |
| 2022 | $10,665 +4.6% | $537,000 |
| 2020 | $10,198 +6.4% | $537,000 |
| 2019 | $9,585 +7.1% | $537,000 |
| 2018 | $8,952 +6.2% | $537,000 +22.6% |
| 2017 | $8,429 +5.5% | $438,100 |
| 2016 | $7,987 -8.5% | $438,100 |
| 2015 | $8,731 | $438,100 |
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Neighborhood: 03827
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10South Hampton Barnard SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 0.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Barnard School
- Middle: Barnard School
- High: Winnacunnet High School
- District: Winnacunnet Cooperative
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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