$859,900

135 Gates St Portsmouth, NH 03801

$10,000
Closing credit¹
2 beds
2 full
1,520 sqft
0.04 acres
$566 / sqft
House

Property details

About 135 Gates St

Nestled in the heart of the historic South End of Portsmouth, this circa 1760's antique colonial offers the of charm and character of a bygone era. This much coveted location is within walking distance to Strawbery Banke, Prescott Park and vibrant downtown Portsmouth. Enter the property through the front gate and you are greeted by a welcoming, landscaped brick patio area and rear pocket yard, all fenced for your privacy. The kitchen is warm and inviting with hardwood floors, white cabinetry and a gas fireplace. The living and dining rooms feature beautiful wide pine flooring, ornate mantels, wooden shutters and multiple closets. Also on the 1st floor is a 3/4 bath with W/D area. Upstairs there are 2 spacious bedrooms, an office with back staircase and a full tiled bath. Ample storage in the walk up attic or future expansion possibilities. Combine the historic charm of this home with the outdoor space and incredible South End location, this is a property not to be missed. Initial showings begin Saturday April 5th.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air
StatusSale Pending
(Under Contract)
Size1,520 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.04 Acres
Year built1760
MLS #5034851
FireplaceGas Fireplace

Summary

  • MLS Number: 5034851
  • Office Name: BHHS Verani Seacoast
  • Office Phone: (603) 661-0022
  • Listing Agent: Susan Haberstroh

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Property sales

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Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$677,300$10,925
2022$677,300$10,295
2021$677,300$10,180
2020$677,300$9,956
2019$677,300$10,065
2018$568,000$8,997

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

9

Little Harbour School

Public District KG-5

0.6 mi

50 Clough Dr Ste 1

8

New Franklin School

Public District KG-5

1.3 mi

1 Franklin Dr

6

Horace Mitchell Primary School

Public District KG-3

2.7 mi

7 School Ln

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $72,414. Typical income of Portsmouth, NH residents is between $35k-100k annually. The most common type of family is single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.

How much money do the neighbors make?

26%
<35k
34%
35k-100k
29%
100k-200k
11%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

65%
Single, No Kids
1%
Single, with Kids
25%
Married, No Kids
9%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

7%
<11 yrs old
3%
12-17 yrs old
13%
18-34 yrs old
42%
35-64 yrs old
35%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Skiing/snowboardingSkiing/snowboarding
  • Men's TennisMen's Tennis
  • Yoga/pilatesYoga/pilates

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • NordstromNordstrom
  • BloomingdalesBloomingdales
  • H&MH&M

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • California Pizza KitchenCalifornia Pizza Kitchen
  • Bonefish GrillBonefish Grill
  • Dominos PizzaDominos Pizza

What do the neighbors drive?

  • BMWBMW
  • LexusLexus
  • AudiAudi

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Talk/PersonalityTalk/Personality
  • NewsNews
  • AlternativeAlternative
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 135 Gates St

This home is located at 135 Gates St in Portsmouth, NH and zip code 03801 in the Seacoast neighborhood. This 1,520 square foot home, which was built in 1760, sits on a 0.04 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 4, 2025 and is currently priced at $859,900.

Over 5 listings were sold over their listed price in March 2025 in Portsmouth, NH. In the same period over 9 listings were sold below the listed price and 7 listings were sold for the listed price. The number of homes for sale in Portsmouth, NH increased by 12% between February and March 2025.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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