Nestled on a meticulously maintained 0.25-acre lot on the lovely east-side of Rochester, this thoughtfully updated 3BR/2BA Cape offers a perfect blend of comfort, style, and functionality. Curb appeal abounds this home with mature landscaping and a welcoming exterior, while inside, attention to detail is evident throughout. The first floor boasts a stylish kitchen with new appliances and granite countertops. Just steps away is the cozy dining area with added cabinetry -- perfect for everyday living and entertaining. A first-floor bedroom and completely remodeled bathroom adds enhanced livability. Lastly, a separate dedicated home office or study and a bright, spacious living room give you the flexibility to go right from working to unwinding. Upstairs you will find two generously sized bedrooms with updated lighting and finishes. The primary bedroom includes a newly added walk-in closet, offering ample storage and a touch of luxury, all while being steps away from another remodeled bathroom. Outside, enjoy the added convenience of a workshop and extra storage space attached to the garage and a serene backyard where you can enjoy your cup of coffee staring out over the field. Additional updates include numerous mini-splits and new windows. Located on a sidewalk-lined street close to schools, shopping, restaurants, and town amenities, this home combines charm, practicality, and prime location. Initial showings begin at Open House Friday. Open Houses Fri. 4-6PM, Sat. 11AM-1PM.
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Listed by: REAL Broker NH, LLC • Kyle P Pettit
Bought with: BHG Masiello Portsmouth
$465,000
740 Portland Street, Rochester, NH 03868
3beds
1,672sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1961
0.25 Acres Lot
$481,100 Zestimate®
$278/sqft
$2,924 Estimated rent
Home value
$481,100
$419,000 - $553,000
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Completely remodeled bathroomWelcoming exteriorSerene backyardMature landscapingUpdated lighting and finishesGenerously sized bedroomsNewly added walk-in closet
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Listed by:
Kyle P Pettit,
REAL Broker NH, LLC Cell:603-391-8142
Bought with:
Jennifer Laverdiere
BHG Masiello Portsmouth
Source: PrimeMLS,MLS#: 5045967
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Oil, Baseboard, Zoned, Mini Split
Cooling
- Zoned, Mini Split
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Electric Range, Refrigerator
Features
- Flooring: Laminate, Tile
- Windows: Double Pane Windows
- Basement: Concrete Floor,Interior Stairs,Unfinished,Interior Access,Exterior Entry,Interior Entry
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,672
- Total interior livable area: 1,672 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,672
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Paved, Driveway, Covered, Detached
- Garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bathroom, Hard Surface Flooring, Paved Parking
Features
- Levels: 1.75
- Stories: 1.75
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Exterior features: Deck, Storage
- Fencing: Full
- Frontage length: Road frontage: 75
Lot
- Size: 0.25 Acres
- Features: Country Setting, Landscaped, Level, Open Lot, Sidewalks
Details
- Additional structures: Gazebo
- Parcel number: RCHEM0107B0045L0000
- Zoning description: R1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Frame, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block, Concrete
- Roof: Asphalt Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1961
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Utilities for property: Cable
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Battery Smoke Detector
Location
- Region: Rochester
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $278/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $343,300
- Annual tax amount: $5,098
- Date on market: 6/11/2025
- Exclusions: Washer/Dryer, Sauna, Living Room Fireplace, Japanese Maple and 2nd red tree on side, Security System.
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/25/2025 | Sold | $465,000+3.3%$278/sqft |
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| 6/17/2025 | Contingent | $450,000$269/sqft |
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| 6/11/2025 | Listed for sale | $450,000+129.7%$269/sqft |
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| 7/19/2017 | Sold | $195,900+5.9%$117/sqft |
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| 6/8/2017 | Pending sale | $184,900$111/sqft |
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| 6/3/2017 | Listed for sale | $184,900$111/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5,098 -9.6% | $343,300 +56.6% |
| 2023 | $5,642 +2.4% | $219,200 +0.6% |
| 2022 | $5,509 +2.6% | $217,900 |
| 2021 | $5,371 -1.1% | $217,900 -1.2% |
| 2020 | $5,429 -1.2% | $220,600 |
| 2019 | $5,493 +7.9% | $220,600 +19.2% |
| 2018 | $5,091 +4.5% | $185,000 |
| 2017 | $4,871 +27.5% | $185,000 +36.8% |
| 2016 | $3,821 +0.4% | $135,200 |
| 2015 | $3,806 +2.5% | $135,200 |
| 2014 | $3,714 -10.5% | $135,200 -14.2% |
| 2013 | $4,152 +2.6% | $157,500 |
| 2012 | $4,045 +3.3% | $157,500 |
| 2011 | $3,915 +3.7% | $157,500 -0.4% |
| 2010 | $3,777 -3.7% | $158,100 -7.5% |
| 2009 | $3,923 +0.3% | $171,000 -12.6% |
| 2008 | $3,912 +9% | $195,700 |
| 2006 | $3,589 | $195,700 |
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Neighborhood: 03868
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10East Rochester SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 3/10Rochester Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.1 mi
- NABud Carlson AcademyGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: East Rochester School
- Middle: Rochester Middle School
- High: Spaulding High School
- District: Rochester School District
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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- New Hampshire
- Strafford County
- Rochester
- 03868
- 740 Portland Street
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