$3,795,000

183 Portsmouth Ave New Castle, NH 03854

4 beds
3 full, 1 partial
2,732 sqft
0.5 acres
$1,389 / sqft
House

Property details

About 183 Portsmouth Ave

A tranquil sanctuary with breathtaking water views & sunsets, gardens & easy access to vibrant downtown Portsmouth. Nestled in the coveted New Castle community, this home offers an unparalleled lifestyle of peace, privacy, and comfort. Enjoy sweeping water views of the Piscataqua River and Little Harbor. The custom kitchen opens seamlessly to the spacious four-season sun room. This light-filled space, featuring coffered ceilings and radiant floors, overlooks the meticulous gardens. The inviting sunken living room provides a cozy retreat with a beautiful fireplace. The west wing of the home is a Town approved accessory dwelling unit with a living room, gas stove, kitchenette, an ensuite bedroom and a private entrance. The second floor is home to the primary bedroom, where you’ll be mesmerized by panoramic water views. Enjoy the luxury of a walk-in closet, full bath, laundry, and direct access to the “Poet’s Tower” a third-floor retreat providing magnificent vistas. The home’s impressive outdoor spaces are equally captivating. Step outside to discover manicured lawns, lush gardens, a bluestone patio, and a gas fire pit. With a two-car garage featuring epoxy floors, storage, and work area, along with thoughtful amenities like air conditioning, a generator, outdoor lighting, and an irrigation system, this home is truly a nature lover’s sanctuary. Embrace the lifestyle you deserve—privacy, stunning water views, and a peaceful, luxurious environment.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingPropane, Electric, Forced Air, Heat Pump, Radiant Floor, Radiant, Radiant, Electric, Other, Zoned
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air, Zoned
Size2,732 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.45 Acres
Year built1800
ParkingAuto Open, Storage Above, Parking Spaces 6+, Attached
MLS #5030784
Garage2 spaces
FireplaceGas Fireplace

Summary

  • MLS Number: 5030784
  • Office Name: Great Island Realty LLC
  • Office Phone: (603) 433-3350
  • Office Email: janet@greatislandrealty.com
  • Listing Agent: Janet Sylvester

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Nov 07, 2023
Home Sold
$3,125,000
Jun 20, 2022
Home Sold
$3,000,000
Jul 21, 2015
Home Sold
$1,700,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$2,400,900$11,956
2022$2,400,900$10,804
2021$2,261,700$10,811
2020$1,705,700$10,746
2019$1,705,700$10,558
2018$1,705,700$10,234

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

9

Little Harbour School

Public District KG-5

1.2 mi

50 Clough Dr Ste 1

6

Horace Mitchell Primary School

Public District KG-3

1.7 mi

7 School Ln

8

New Franklin School

Public District KG-5

2.5 mi

1 Franklin Dr

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 $87,019. The majority of New Castle, NH residents have income between $35k-100k annually. Typical family type is married, no kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

17%
<35k
39%
35k-100k
26%
100k-200k
18%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

36%
Single, No Kids
4%
Single, with Kids
46%
Married, No Kids
14%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

9%
<11 yrs old
6%
12-17 yrs old
7%
18-34 yrs old
47%
35-64 yrs old
31%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Men's TennisMen's Tennis
  • Skiing/snowboardingSkiing/snowboarding
  • PGA/LPGAPGA/LPGA

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BloomingdalesBloomingdales
  • NordstromNordstrom
  • Chico'sChico's

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Bonefish GrillBonefish Grill
  • California Pizza KitchenCalifornia Pizza Kitchen
  • StarbucksStarbucks

What do the neighbors drive?

  • LexusLexus
  • BMWBMW
  • CadillacCadillac

What do the neighbors listen to?

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

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About 183 Portsmouth Ave

This home is located at 183 Portsmouth Ave in New Castle, NH and zip code 03854 in the Seacoast neighborhood. This 2,732 square foot home, which was built in 1800, sits on a 0.45 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since March 3, 2025 and is currently priced at $3,795,000.

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

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