#5039021, Laura Ludes, Listing office: Madden Group
$1,649,000 List price
42 Main St New Castle, NH 03854
4 beds
1 full, 1 partial
1,941 sqft
0.08 acres
$850 / sqft
House
Property details
About 42 Main St
42 Main Street is an updated antique colonial located in the heart of New Castle village. It's within walking distance of the Great Island Cafe and a short stroll to the beach. The property offers views of the Piscataqua River from the patio and inside you'll find stunning wood floors, exposed brick and fireplaces that add to its character and charm. The second floor features two generous bedrooms. There are two additional rooms on the third floor, accessible by a narrow staircase, which could serve as extra bedrooms or home office spaces. A detached 2-car garage provides convenience, especially during the winter months and offers easy storage for beach equipment in the summer. New Castle is easily accessible to downtown Portsmouth and an hour's drive to Boston, MA or Portland, ME.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air
StatusActive
CoolingZoned
Size1,941 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.08 Acres
Year built1750
ParkingDriveway, Garage, Off Street
MLS #5042577
Garage2 spaces
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Hardwood, Tile
- Interior: Dining Area, Fireplace - Wood, Fireplaces - 3+, Kitchen Island, Wet Bar, Attic - Walkup
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Parking: Driveway, Garage, Off Street
- Exterior: Natural Shade, Patio, Porch
- Heating: Forced Air
- Cooling: Zoned
- List Price: $1,649,000
- Price/SqFt: $849
- Annual Tax Amount: $4,891
- Tax Year: 2023
- Directions: 42 Main Street is located on the corner of Main Street and Walbach Street. GPS is accurate.
- Year Built: 1750
- Living Area: 1,941 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.08 Acres
- MLS Number: 5042577
- Office Name: Madden Group
- Office Phone: (603) 957-7500
- Office Email: jenn@maddenre.com
- Listing Agent: Laura Ludes
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 25, 2020 | Home Sold | $1,006,000 |
| Jul 22, 2016 | Home Sold | $540,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $982,100 | $4,891 |
| 2022 | $982,100 | $4,419 |
| 2021 | $981,900 | $4,693 |
| 2020 | $603,700 | $3,803 |
| 2019 | $572,700 | $3,545 |
| 2018 | $572,500 | $3,435 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
6
Horace Mitchell Primary School
Public District KG-3
1.2 mi
•7 School Ln
9
Little Harbour School
Public District KG-5
1.9 mi
•50 Clough Dr Ste 1
8
New Franklin School
Public District KG-5
3.1 mi
•1 Franklin Dr
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 $87,019. Typical income of New Castle, NH residents is between $35k-100k annually. The majority of families are 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 Tennis
Skiing/snowboarding
PGA/LPGA
Where do the neighbors shop?
Bloomingdales
Nordstrom
Chico's
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Bonefish Grill
California Pizza Kitchen
Starbucks
What do the neighbors drive?
Lexus
BMW
Cadillac
What do the neighbors listen to?
News
Talk/Personality
Classical
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 42 Main St
The listing price of 42 Main St property is $1,649,000.
The property 42 Main St is a house located in New Castle, New Hampshire, 03854.
Active Listing: 42 Main St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 42 Main St are: Horace Mitchell Primary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Little Harbour School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), New Franklin School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Portsmouth Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Shapleigh School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Rye Junior High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Robert W Traip Academy (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Portsmouth High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), York High School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $4,891 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on September 25, 2020 for $1,006,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 42 Main St has 4 bedrooms and 1 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 42 Main St is 1,941 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 42 Main St is 1750.
This home is located at 42 Main St in New Castle, NH and zip code 03854 in the Seacoast neighborhood. This 1,941 square foot home, which was built in 1750, sits on a 0.08 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 23, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,649,000.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.