#5027881, Buddy Dowd, Listing office: KW Coastal and Lakes & Mountains Realty

163 Ocean Rd Portsmouth, NH 03801
Property details
About 163 Ocean Rd
Welcome to 163 Ocean Rd. in Portsmouth, NH. This home is set on a historic corner lot that was once a small farm filled with fruit trees. For over 30 years, this property has been the heart of one family’s life—where children and pets thrived, backyard games were played on lush green grass, and memories were made around the pool. This spacious home features 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and a large family room with a cozy fireplace—perfect for holiday gatherings and quiet evenings. The layout offers room for everyone to spread out for work, study, or relaxation. The bright kitchen includes quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances, while hardwood floors run throughout the open living and dining areas. A standout feature is the oversized two-car garage with commercial-grade doors and a one-bedroom in-law-style apartment above, complete with full bath and open kitchen/living area—ideal for extended family or guests. Outside, enjoy a brilliantly landscaped fenced-in yard with three enormous sugar maples that burst into brilliant orange, red, and yellow each fall—often passersby love to stop for a quick pic. Raised garden beds have provided years of successful vegetable harvests. Located in a welcoming neighborhood, just a short walk to the playground or trolley to downtown Portsmouth and Prescott Park. Less than 5 miles to the beach with quick access to I-95, Lakes Region, White Mountains, and Maine. Smile, you just found your new home!
Highlights
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Disposal, Gas Range, Vented Exhaust Fan
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Carpet, Hardwood, Slate/Stone, Tile
- Interior: Attic - Hatch/Skuttle, Blinds, Ceiling Fan, Dining Area, Draperies, Fireplace - Gas, In-Law/Accessory Dwelling, Living/Dining, Laundry - 1st Floor, Laundry - 2nd Floor
- Fireplace: Gas Fireplace
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Parking: Heated Garage, Driveway, Garage, Parking Spaces 6+, Paved, RV Access/Parking
- Exterior: Fence - Full, Windows - Energy Star
- Heating: Oil, Hot Water
- Cooling: Central Air, Other
- List Price: $1,250,000
- Price/SqFt: $444
- Annual Tax Amount: $7,155
- Tax Year: 2023
- Directions: Turn left onto Ocean Road, house is on the left
- Year Built: 1910
- Stories: 1
- Living Area: 2,810 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.5 Acres
- MLS Number: 5042535
- Office Name: KW Coastal and Lakes & Mountains Realty
- Office Phone: (603) 610-8500
- Office Email: klrw463@kw.com
- Listing Agent: Eric Levin
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Tax history
Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
---|---|---|
2023 | $443,600 | $7,155 |
2022 | $443,600 | $6,743 |
2021 | $443,600 | $6,667 |
2020 | $443,600 | $6,521 |
2019 | $447,300 | $6,647 |
2018 | $420,500 | $6,661 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
7
Mary C. Dondero Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.6 mi
•32 Van Buren Ave
6
Rye Elementary School
Public District KG-4
2.0 mi
•461 Sagamore Rd
9
Little Harbour School
Public District KG-5
3.5 mi
•50 Clough Dr Ste 1
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $72,321. The most common annual income of people living in Portsmouth, NH is between $35k-100k. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.
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About 163 Ocean Rd
The listing price of 163 Ocean Rd property is $1,250,000.
The property 163 Ocean Rd is a house located in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, 03801.
Active Listing: 163 Ocean Rd is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 163 Ocean Rd are: Mary C. Dondero Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Rye Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Little Harbour School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Rye Junior High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Greenland Central School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Portsmouth Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Portsmouth High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Robert W Traip Academy (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Winnacunnet High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $7,155 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 163 Ocean Rd has 4 bedrooms and 2 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 163 Ocean Rd is 2,810 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 163 Ocean Rd is 1910.
This home is located at 163 Ocean Rd in Portsmouth, NH and zip code 03801 in the Seacoast neighborhood. This 2,810 square foot home, which was built in 1910, sits on a 0.50 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 22, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,250,000.
Between April and May 2025, Portsmouth, NH real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 90.9%. The median list price of listings available in May 2025 was $875,000, while the average time on the real estate market was 57 days.