ParkingDriveway, Garage, Off Street, On Street, Paved
Garage2 spaces
Year Built1902
HeatingForced Air, Hot Water, Radiant Floor
CoolingCentral Air
BasementYes
FireplaceGas Fireplace
MLS #5015088
Lot Size0.33 Acres
StatusActive
About 640 Middle St
Welcome to “Stella Maris”-one of downtown Portsmouth’s most adored homes. This charming gambrel was meticulously & extensively renovated in 2016 by an acclaimed local architect who perfectly preserved the historic character and added luxury modern conveniences to create a breathtaking property. With over 3,700 finished sf, a 2-car garage & a .33-acre lot that is thoughtfully landscaped (and irrigated) to bloom all season, this home is ideally sized & situated just a stroll to Market Square & the West End. The 1st floor feat. an open-concept dining area, sitting room, kitchen and breakfast nook highlighted by a wood-burning fireplace, a gas fireplace & marble countertops. A pocket door leads to a delightful living room and a private office. The sunny 1st floor is rounded out by a mudroom, powder room, invaluable butler’s pantry-with soapstone counter, sink, dishwasher, double oven & beverage fridge-and screened porch. The open stairway to the 2nd floor boasts grand, turn-of-the century details. The 2nd floor feat. a primary bedroom suite with a gas fireplace, private deck, custom walk-in closet and generous bathroom with soaking tub. Two guest bedrooms (one with two custom-built queen beds and creative finishes) share a ¾ bathroom. The 2nd floor has a laundry room, too. The 3rd floor incl. a sweet bonus room. The walk-out basement leads to a 4th bedroom, another large laundry room, a beautiful 3/4 bath & out to a stone patio. Many recent updates since 2022-see attached list.
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Property Sales & Tax
Tax History
YEAR
PROP. TAX
ASSESSMENT
2020
$16,855
$1,146,600
2019
$16,022
$1,078,200
2018
$15,138
$955,700
History based on county public records data.
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Nearby Schools
9
/10
Little Harbour School
50 Clough Dr Ste 1
Distance between this listing and this school0.71 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
8
/10
New Franklin School
1 Franklin Dr
Distance between this listing and this school0.79 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
7
/10
Mary C. Dondero Elementary School
32 Van Buren Ave
Distance between this listing and this school2.12 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
Nearby Schools
7
/10
Portsmouth Middle School
155 Parrott Ave
Distance between this listing and this school0.48 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
5
/10
Shapleigh School
43 Stevenson Rd
Distance between this listing and this school3.40 miles
Public District Grades 4-8
7
/10
Rye Junior High School
501 Washington Rd
Distance between this listing and this school3.75 miles
Public District Grades 5-8
Nearby Schools
8
/10
Portsmouth High School
50 Andrew Jarvis Dr
Distance between this listing and this school0.63 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
4
/10
Robert W Traip Academy
12 Williams Ave
Distance between this listing and this school1.88 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
8
/10
Newmarket Jr.-Sr. High School
213 S Main St
Distance between this listing and this school9.04 miles
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $103,320. Most Portsmouth, NH residents have annual incomes between $100k-200k. The most common type of family is single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.
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Frequently Asked Questions About 640 Middle St
What is the listing price of this property?
The listing price of 640 Middle St property is $3,300,000.
What type of property is this?
The property 640 Middle St is a house located in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, 03801.
Is this property for sale now?
Active Listing: 640 Middle St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
What is the annual property tax for this property?
According to the records, the last property tax for 2020 is $16,855 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?
The property at 640 Middle St has 4 bedrooms and 3 full and 1 half bathrooms.
What is the square footage of this property?
The property 640 Middle St is 3,769 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
Which year was this property built?
The year of construction for 640 Middle St is 1902.
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This home is located at 640 Middle St in Portsmouth, NH and zip code 03801 in the Seacoast neighborhood. This 3,769 square foot home, which was built in 1902, sits on a 0.33 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since September 19, 2024 and is currently priced at $3,300,000.
The inventory of homes for sale in Portsmouth, NH between September 2024 and October 2024 increased by 107.4%. The median list price of listings available in October 2024 was $897,450, while the average time on the real estate market was 45 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.
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