$1,250,000

79 Silver St Dover, NH 03820

$10,000
Closing credit¹
5 beds
2 full, 1 partial
3,851 sqft
0.5 acres
$325 / sqft
House

Property details

About 79 Silver St

Nestled in the heart of Dover, the historic Ezra Green Homestead is one of the most architecturally significant and historically rich homes in the city! Set on a spacious half-acre corner lot at Silver & Belknap Streets, this fully fenced property boasts beautiful greenery, manicured boxwoods, mature maples, and elegant bluestone walkways. Step inside to discover timeless features, including stunning wide pine floors, a grand central staircase, intricate crown moldings and millwork. Original Indian shutters adorn the windows, and the home is bathed in natural light. On the west side, a charming wood-paneled sunroom provides a serene retreat, office or home gym. The formal dining room leads directly to a covered porch on the east side—perfect for enjoying your morning coffee or an afternoon tea. The home also features a wood-burning fireplace in both the living room and den, while the kitchen offers a convenient morning staircase leading to the second level. Upstairs, you'll find three generously sized bedrooms and a small reading nook on the second floor, with two additional bedrooms on the home’s third floor. The Green’s raised 13 children here between 1780 and 1847! This home is within walking distance of downtown Dover, with easy access to the Children’s Museum of New Hampshire, Henry Law Park, and a variety of local shops and restaurants. The Amtrak train station is a quick 10-minute walk, and Portsmouth is just 10 minutes by car. Schedule your appointment to view today!

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingOil, Steam
StatusActive
Size3,851 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.54 Acres
Year built1780
ParkingStorage Above, Driveway, Garage, On-Site, Paved, Detached
MLS #5044021
Garage2 spaces

Summary

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Basement: Yes
  • Total Bedroom Count: 5
  • Garage Space: 2 spaces
  • Parking: Storage Above, Driveway, Garage, On-Site, Paved, Detached
  • Heating: Oil, Steam
  • Cooling: None
  • List Price: $1,250,000
  • Price/SqFt: $324
  • Annual Tax Amount: $13,812
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Directions: Exit 8E off the Spaulding Turnpike towards downtown Dover. Home on left at the corner of Silver & Belknap
  • Year Built: 1780
  • Living Area: 3,851 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.54 Acres
  • MLS Number: 5044021
  • Office Name: Duston Leddy Real Estate
  • Office Phone: (603) 365-5848
  • Listing Agent: Jamieson Duston

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79 Silver St, Dover, NH 03820 - view of front of home with a chimney and a fenced front yard

$1,250,000

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Jun 05, 2023
Home Sold
$850,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$738,600$13,812
2022$667,100$13,235
2021$576,800$12,517
2020$473,600$11,769
2019$458,000$11,537
2018$443,800$11,059

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

5

Woodman Park School

Public District PK-4

0.4 mi

11 Towle Ave

6

Horne Street School

Public District KG-4

1.4 mi

78 Horne St

7

Garrison School

Public District KG-4

1.9 mi

50 Garrison Rd

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 $36,639. Most Dover, NH residents have annual incomes less than $<35k. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

48%
<35k
42%
35k-100k
7%
100k-200k
3%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

70%
Single, No Kids
7%
Single, with Kids
14%
Married, No Kids
9%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

10%
<11 yrs old
4%
12-17 yrs old
37%
18-34 yrs old
33%
35-64 yrs old
16%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Continuing Education CoursesContinuing Education Courses
  • NBA/WNBANBA/WNBA
  • Major League Soccer (MLS)Major League Soccer (MLS)

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Express/Express For MenExpress/Express For Men
  • Banana RepublicBanana Republic
  • Chico'sChico's

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • QdobaQdoba
  • StarbucksStarbucks
  • SonicSonic

What do the neighbors drive?

  • VolkswagenVolkswagen
  • PontiacPontiac
  • InfinitiInfiniti

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Urban ContemporaryUrban Contemporary
  • Soft Adult ContemporarySoft Adult Contemporary
  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 79 Silver St

The listing price of 79 Silver St property is $1,250,000.

The property 79 Silver St is a house located in Dover, New Hampshire, 03820.

Active Listing: 79 Silver St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 79 Silver St are: Woodman Park School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Horne Street School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Garrison School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Dover Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Seacoast Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Oyster River Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Dover High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Cocheco Academy for the Arts (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Oyster River High School (GreatSchools Rating 10/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $13,812 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on June 5, 2023 for $850,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 79 Silver St has 5 bedrooms and 2 full and 1 half bathrooms.

The property 79 Silver St is 3,851 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 79 Silver St is 1780.

This home is located at 79 Silver St in Dover, NH and zip code 03820 in the Seacoast neighborhood. This 3,851 square foot home, which was built in 1780, sits on a 0.54 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 1, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,250,000.

The number of listings in Dover, NH increased by 93.1% between April and May 2025. Listings spent 47 days on the market in May 2025, and had a median list price of $694,450 during the same period.

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

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