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    • Listed by: Great Island Realty LLC • Jeanette Bandouveres
    $1,499,000

    40 TJ Gamester Avenue, Portsmouth, NH 03801

    4beds
    3,813sqft
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    $9,128/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1985
    0.57 Acres Lot
    $1,510,400 Zestimate®
    $393/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Welcome to one of Portsmouth's most sought-after neighborhoods! Lovingly maintained by the same owners for the past 29 years, this spacious 4-bedroom Saltbox offers timeless charm, thoughtful updates, and room for everyone. Hardwood floors flow throughout the first level, featuring a front-to-back living room with a wood-burning fireplace, custom built-ins, stained glass accents, and sliders leading to your private backyard. The formal dining room opens to a beautifully renovated kitchen designed for the home chef with Caesarstone countertops, double ovens, convection oven, coffee station, baking center, beverage refrigerator drawer, walk-in pantry with abundant storage and power, and a second prep sink. The sun-filled four-season room offers radiant heated floors and a wall of windows overlooking the backyard. The first floor also features two home offices, a flexible guest room or den, powder room, and spacious mudroom with garage and deck access. Upstairs, the primary suite includes a walk-in closet and updated ensuite bath with a glass and tile shower. Three additional bedrooms, a full bath, and second-floor laundry complete the upper level. The finished lower level offers a large recreation room currently used as a home gym, plus additional finished space perfect for a craft room, study area, or playroom. Additional amenities include central air, central vacuum, whole-house humidifier, whole-house surge protector, Nest thermostats, wireless security system, built-in toe-kick dust pans, 3-car garage with backyard access, an expansive rear deck, and mature landscaping. Enjoy The Woodlands Association amenities, including 90 acres of conservation land, walking trails, heated pool, tennis, pickleball, basketball, and playground. Conveniently located near shopping, schools, and just 10 minutes to downtown Portsmouth. Delayed showings until the Open Houses on Saturday, July 18, and Sunday, July 19, from 11:30 AM–1:30 PM.
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    Listed by:

    Jeanette Bandouveres,

    Great Island Realty LLC 603-433-3350

    Source: PrimeMLS,MLS#: 5099562MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 4
      • Bathrooms: 3
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      • 3/4 bathrooms: 1
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      Heating
      • Oil, Hot Air, In Floor, Radiant, Radiant Floor
      Cooling
      • Central Air, Whole House Fan
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Mini Fridge, Wall Oven, Refrigerator, Washer, Electric Stove
      • Laundry: Laundry Hook-ups, 2nd Floor Laundry
      Features
      • Central Vacuum, Dining Area, Lead/Stain Glass, Primary BR w/ BA, Natural Light, Natural Woodwork, Indoor Storage, Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-in Pantry, Programmable Thermostat, Smart Thermostat
      • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Laminate
      • Windows: Skylight(s)
      • Basement: Concrete Floor,Full,Partially Finished,Interior Stairs,Storage Space,Sump Pump,Interior Entry
      • Number of fireplaces: 1
      • Fireplace features: Wood Burning, 1 Fireplace
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 3,813
      • Total interior livable area: 3,813 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 3,813
      • Finished area below ground: 0

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 5
      • Parking features: Paved, Auto Open, Direct Entry, Driveway, Garage, Parking Spaces 5
      • Garage spaces: 3
      • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
      Accessibility
      • Accessibility features: 1st Floor 1/2 Bathroom, 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Hrd Surfce Flr, Access to Common Areas, Access to Parking
      Features
      • Levels: Two
      • Stories: 2
      • Patio & porch: Patio
      • Exterior features: Deck, Garden, Natural Shade
      Lot
      • Size: 0.57 Acres
      • Features: Curbing, Landscaped, Level, Open Lot, Subdivided, Walking Trails, Wooded, Near Paths, Near Shopping, Neighborhood, Near School(s)
      Details
      • Parcel number: PRSMM0269B0017L
      • Zoning description: SRB
      • Other equipment: Radon Mitigation

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Saltbox
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Clapboard Exterior
      • Foundation: Concrete
      • Roof: Metal
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1985

      Utilities & green energy

      • Electric: 200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Utilities for property: Cable

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Security: Security System
      • Subdivision: Woodlands
      HOA
      • Amenities included: Playground, Recreation Room, Basketball Court, Common Acreage, Tennis Court(s)
      • Additional fee info: Fee: $1050
      Location
      • Region: Portsmouth

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $393/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $1,199,800
      • Annual tax amount: $13,810
      • Date on market: 7/13/2026
      • Exclusions: 3 hydrangea bushes
      • Road surface type: Paved

        Estimated market value

        $1,510,400

        $1.43M - $1.59M

        $6,119/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/27/2026Pending sale$1,499,000$393/sqft
        Source: PrimeMLS #5099562 Report a problem
        7/18/2026Listed for sale$1,499,000+426%$393/sqft
        Source: PrimeMLS #5099562 Report a problem
        4/21/1997Sold$285,000$75/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2024$13,414 +13.9%$1,199,800 +64.4%
        2023$11,775 +6.1%$730,000
        2022$11,096 +3.4%$730,000
        2020$10,731 +3.7%$730,000 +4.9%
        2019$10,344 +7.4%$696,100 +14.5%
        2018$9,632 -3.2%$608,100 -6%
        2017$9,954 -0.1%$647,200 +10.7%
        2016$9,960 +1.5%$584,500
        2015$9,814 +3.3%$584,500 +11.3%
        2014$9,503 +3.1%$525,000
        2012$9,214 +1.6%$525,000
        2011$9,067 -0.8%$525,000
        2010$9,140 $525,000
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 03801

        Getting around

        27 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        39 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Elementary: Mary C. Dondero Elementary
        • Middle: Portsmouth Middle School
        • High: Portsmouth High School

        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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