About This Home

This 3-bedroom, 4-bathroom single family at 28 South Street in Portsmouth, NH is listed for $2,890,000 ($1,187 per sqft). the home offers 2,434 sqft of living space on a 0.11 acres lot.

Key Features

  • Built in 1774
  • 0.11 acre lot
  • 3 stories
  • Fireplace

Property Details

3 stories
1 full, 2 half
1-car garage

Amenities

FireplaceHardwood
Listing Description

Own a part of historic Portsmouth! Located in the heart of the sought-after South End, this original shipbuilder's home blends the character and charm of an antique with sophisticated improvements for modern living. The newly renovated Chef's kitchen features radiant heat, generous prep and storage space as well as high-end appliances (Sub-Zero refrigerator and Wolf induction cooktop).

The bright, gracious space also features informal dining, and comfortable fireside seating creating the perfect gathering place while still leaving plenty of room for the cook. A walk-through pantry connects to the formal dining room, highlighted by charming original arched niches and a 2nd fireplace.

The inviting living room, with a 3rd fireplace, is equally suited to quiet evenings or entertaining. Upstairs, the primary suite with 4th fireplace includes a flexible adjoining office, bedroom/nursery or den and a bath. A spacious second bedroom offers 5th fireplace, two large closets, while an additional full bath features a deep soaking tub and laundry.

The third floor provides two conditioned rooms ideal for offices, bonus space or storage. The completely rebuilt garage offers one car parking plus finished space above for guests, a home gym, home office with ethernet cable or studio space, with a half bath on the first level.

A brick driveway accommodates three additional cars. The true showstopper is the exceptional garden, a favorite on the local garden tour with a dining patio, additional outdoor living and entertaining space, lawn and gorgeous flower beds with irrigation. It is Fully fenced with hot and cold water on the outside of the home. All just moments from downtown, neighborhood shops, the waterfront and boating access. A rare South End gem that truly delivers the best of Portsmouth living.

Monthly Cost Estimate

$15,456/mo

20% down · 6.5% · 30 years

Principal$2,090
Interest$12,523
Insurance$843

Estimates only. Actual payments may vary.

Location

28 South Street

Portsmouth, NH 03801

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

BlindsWood Fireplace3+ FireplacesPrimary BR w/ BANatural LightIndoor StorageWalkup Attic

Exterior Features

Full FenceGarden SpaceNatural ShadePatio

Property Details

Flooring

MarbleHardwoodSoftwoodTile - Ceramic

Construction

Wood Frame Clapboard Exterior Wood Siding

Outdoor Features

Patio

Parking

OpenDriveway

Heating

Radiant FloorHot Water(Heating)SteamElectric (Heating)RadiantHeat Pump (Heating)Natural Gas

Cooling

ZonedDuctless

Appliances

DishwasherDisposalDryerRange HoodMicrowaveWall OvenRefrigeratorWasherDomestic Water HeaterInduction Cooktop

Questions & Answers

This 3-bedroom, 4-bathroom single family at 28 South Street is listed at $2,890,000 ($1,187/sqft). The estimated monthly payment is $15,456 based on 20% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% interest, estimated insurance.

Key features include: Built in 1774, 0.11 acre lot, 3 stories, Fireplace. Interior Features: Blinds, Wood Fireplace, 3+ Fireplaces. Exterior Features: Full Fence, Garden Space, Natural Shade.

This property is listed by Liz Levey-Pruyn.

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Liz Levey-Pruyn

Agent at The Aland Realty Group, LLC

Listed by The Aland Realty Group, LLC · Broker phone: (207) 251-4762 · View on Broker Site · Broker website

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28 South Street, Portsmouth, NH 03801

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