Welcome to this charming New Englander home with a classic barn, perfectly situated on a beautiful lot in a quiet, established neighborhood. This inviting 3-bedroom, 2-bath home is filled with natural light and offers plenty of space to enjoy both indoors and outdoors. Freshly painted walls and ceilings, new carpeting on the second floor, updated bathrooms and flooring, and new light fixtures highlight the modern touches throughout. Ceiling fans have been installed in all bedrooms for comfort, while elegant French doors and stainless steel appliances add a touch of sophistication to the living spaces. The property boasts an updated 200 amp electrical system with new wiring throughout the house and barn, plus a new high-efficiency Lennox natural gas furnace for reliable heating. The barn provides space to store a car and generous upper storage, making it ideal for hobbyists or extra storage needs. Outside, the yard features flowering trees, ample garden space, a fence, and outbuildings, creating a peaceful retreat for gardening or relaxation. Additionally, a subdivided 0.29 acre adjacent lot is available for sale (See MLS 5077427) —perfect for a multi-generational new build, ADU, or an expanded yard. There is much to discover in this delightful home! OPEN HOUSE on Saturday, May 2, from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM.
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Listed by: Coldwell Banker Realty - Portsmouth, NH
Bought with: KW Coastal and Lakes & Mountains Realty
$454,000
8 Adams Avenue, Rochester, NH 03867
3beds
1,677sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1892
0.45 Acres Lot
$467,300 Zestimate®
$271/sqft
$2,944 Estimated rent
Home value
$467,300
$444,000 - $491,000
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Charming new englander homeAmple garden spaceUpdated bathrooms and flooringClassic barnStainless steel appliancesFilled with natural lightYard features flowering trees
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Listed by:
Christina A Marrs,
Coldwell Banker Realty - Portsmouth, NH Off:603-334-1900
Bought with:
Melissa Magdziasz
KW Coastal and Lakes & Mountains Realty
Source: PrimeMLS,MLS#: 5085004
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Natural Gas, Hot Air
Cooling
- Attic Fan, None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Natural Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: 1st Floor Laundry
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Natural Light, Natural Woodwork
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Laminate, Tile
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Basement: Bulkhead,Concrete Floor,Daylight,Full,Unfinished,Basement Stairs,Interior Entry
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,721
- Total interior livable area: 1,677 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,677
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Paved, Driveway, Barn
- Garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: 1st Floor 3/4 Bathroom, 1st Floor Hrd Surfce Flr, Low Pile Carpet, Multi-Level w/Lift, 1st Floor Laundry
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Enclosed Porch
- Exterior features: Garden, Shed
- Fencing: Partial
- Frontage length: Road frontage: 130
Lot
- Size: 0.45 Acres
- Features: Landscaped, Level, Near Shopping, Neighborhood, Near Hospital
Details
- Additional structures: Barn(s), Outbuilding
- Parcel number: RCHEM0118B0146L0000
- Zoning description: R1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: New Englander
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Clapboard Exterior
- Foundation: Brick, Stone
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1892
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Utilities for property: Cable, Gas at Street, Fiber Optic Internt Avail
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Hardwired Smoke Detector
Location
- Region: Rochester
Other
Other facts
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/9/2026 | Sold | $454,000-2.2%$271/sqft |
Source:  PrimeMLS #5085004 Report a problem | ||
| 4/23/2026 | Listed for sale | $464,000+23.7%$277/sqft |
Source: PrimeMLS #5085004 Report a problem | ||
| 11/6/2023 | Sold | $375,000+7.2%$224/sqft |
Source: PrimeMLS #4970156 Report a problem | ||
| 9/25/2023 | Contingent | $349,900$209/sqft |
Source: PrimeMLS #4970156 Report a problem | ||
| 9/21/2023 | Price change | $349,900-6.7%$209/sqft |
Source: PrimeMLS #4970156 Report a problem | ||
| 9/15/2023 | Listed for sale | $374,900+68.5%$224/sqft |
Source: PrimeMLS #4970156 Report a problem | ||
| 11/5/2021 | Sold | $222,500-14.4%$133/sqft |
Source: PrimeMLS #4882661 Report a problem | ||
| 9/15/2021 | Listed for sale | $259,900$155/sqft |
Source: PrimeMLS #4882661 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5,579 +2.4% | $375,700 +77.5% |
| 2023 | $5,449 +1.8% | $211,700 |
| 2022 | $5,352 +2.6% | $211,700 |
| 2021 | $5,218 +0.2% | $211,700 |
| 2020 | $5,210 -1.2% | $211,700 |
| 2019 | $5,271 +546.7% | $211,700 +27.9% |
| 2018 | $815 -81.3% | $165,500 |
| 2017 | $4,358 +7% | $165,500 +14.9% |
| 2016 | $4,072 +0.4% | $144,100 |
| 2015 | $4,056 +2.5% | $144,100 |
| 2014 | $3,958 -6.6% | $144,100 -10.3% |
| 2013 | $4,236 +2.6% | $160,700 |
| 2012 | $4,127 +3.3% | $160,700 |
| 2011 | $3,995 +4% | $160,700 -0.1% |
| 2010 | $3,842 -14% | $160,800 -17.5% |
| 2009 | $4,469 -1.4% | $194,800 -14.1% |
| 2008 | $4,534 +2.4% | $226,800 -6% |
| 2006 | $4,427 | $241,400 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 03867
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Chamberlain Street SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 3/10Rochester Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.6 mi
- 5/10Spaulding High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Chamberlain Street 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
- 03867
- 8 Adams Avenue