Historic Homes in Portsmouth
Portsmouth NH real estate is filled with historic homes. An important seaport since the 1600s, Portsmouth has a rich history - much of it is apparent in the inventory of historic homes here. Georgian architecture, the style of the 18th century that prevailed during the reigns of King George l - King George lll, predominates the landscape.
Once the busiest port in the nation, Portsmouth is still has a great Seacoast focus. Contact the Allen Family to learn more about Portsmouth and how you can own a part of Portsmouth history.
The Nathan Parker House, overlooking the South Mill Pond in historic downtown Portsmouth is as impressive today as it was in 1810. This three-story Federal brick mansion, with renovated carriage house and stable attached has been linked to local history for two centuries. Carefully preserved original features include nine fireplaces, original pine floors and exposed beams. There are five bedrooms with four ensuite, including an extraordinary master suite; 3 car garage, gated driveway and central air. The top-of-the-line kitchen with a Lacanche range, custom cherry cabinets, honed granite counter-tops and tumbled marble floor. There are a series of garden rooms with mature perennial beds, trees and hedges, and expansive lawns, perfect for outdoor entertaining. This is a wonderful home for people who treasure their privacy and also value easy access to resturants, shops, theater and waterfront. Walk to Market Square in less than five minutes.
Classic brick building with a dock on the Piscataqua River. This property is currently one retail space and two apartments. The perfect property to create your dream residence in the heart of Portsmouth with a private deep water dock.
Extremely well kept magnificent 1852 Queen Anne Victorian, you really have to check out the virtual tour on this one! Approximately 4000 square feet of splendor to enjoy. 5 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, all in move in condition. Grandiose trim and embellishments, hand painted wall and trim accents by local artist Nathan Walker, beautiful Stroheim and Romann wall papers, custom tapestries in the music room, comfortable window seats with exquisite fabrics, a kitchen that fits the era but is up to date with all the modern amenities including a wonderful custom 6 burner gas cook stove. Multiple fireplaces, wide halls and stair cases, hardwood flooring thru out. Old world quality surrounds you in this home. Property is within a very short walking distance to everywhere you want to be. Special carriage house with slate roof, brick drive and walk ways, first and second level decks, gardens, and more.
Prime residential unit with commercial office on the first floor. Can be used as 100% residential,100% commercial or, as currently configured, a combination of the two. Newly painted, new kitchen appliances, countertop and fixtures, new bathroom fixtures and bamboo floors, central a/c throughout, ample closet space, original wide pine floors on 2nd and 3rd floors, new Brazilian Cherry floor on 1st floor, new roof, windows and copper gutters, rear decking scheduled for replacement. Full basement and attic storage, attic can be finished as living space pending City of Portsmouth approval.
New Englander in heart of South End. Kitchen overlooks mahogany deck. Dog door and fenced yard. Built in cabinets and over 8 foot knotty pine ceilings. Water views from every room. Finished third floor with two huge skylights overlooking water and full length eave storage. Two car garage AND large driveway for many more cars. Walk to downtown. Boat slip availability.
Portsmouth’s Finest Residential Address-Come and live on Market St! Two floors of authentic old Portsmouth charm, brick walls, wooden floors. Almost 4000 square feet of space where the major work has been completed, engineering, New roof, new windows, new 700+ square foot personal deck, plenty of parking. This unit encompasses the entire second and third floor of the building that used to house Peavey Hardware and Goody Two Shoes. Bring your contractor to add the finishing touches to the home you’ve dreamt about. The low cost of this unit plus your cost to finish will save you hunderd’s of thousand of dollars. Call for more details.
Portsmouth’s Most Desirable Address. Longtime owner has kept the home meticulously maintained. New roof, boiler, and windows in last seven years. 2011 kitchen renovation. Large Patio, Double Lot. Walk to Schools, Parks and Downtown. Ample Parking. Currently Multi family. Dont miss this deal....plenty of opportunities!!!
PORTSMOUTH Walk to all Portsmouth has to offer Downtown, Little Harbour School, Middle School, Portsmouth Public Library as well as Portsmouth High School. This home has one of Portsmouth largest lot’s in the City at 0.83 acres. With this much space you have all the room you need to expand the home, add a pool and tennis court.
Charming Antique Cape located in desirable south end. Move right in! Upgrades include new decking system, lighting, stone/brick patios and professionally landscaped gardens and large private yard. Interior boasts sunfilled rooms with hardwood/pine floors enveloping open kitchen, dining, living area perfect for entertaining. Short stroll to all downtown Portsmouth amenities, Farmers Market, Prescott Park and Little Harbor School. Great South End home, priced to sell!
Antique Colonial in the South End. Beautifully updated with 4BR, renovated third floor, galley kitchen, office, 2 fireplaces, full basement, and abundant off street parking. Fabulous plantings and garden in cozy fenced year yard. Large matching storage shed, full basement. Steps to downtown, Strawbery Banke, and all that Portsmouth has to offer. Fenced parking for two to three vehicles off-street. Period moldings, handrail, and woodwork make this home irresistible. Just a few feet to the water. Walk to schools on a sidewalk! Call now to see additional professional photos!
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