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#5033246·
Listing office: Carey Giampa, LLC/Portsmouth·
Listing agent: Nick Ponte·
Listing office phone: 603-918-7593
$7,500,000 List price
8 Bow St Portsmouth, NH 03801
4,101 sqft
0.03 acres
$1,829 / sqft
Land
Property details
About 8 Bow St
Prime Downtown Portsmouth Mixed-Use Building – A Rare Opportunity! Nestled in the heart of vibrant downtown Portsmouth, NH, this exceptional four-story mixed-use building at 3 Bow Street / 140 Penhallow Street offers a unique chance to own a piece of history. Meticulously renovated in 2017-2018 to preserve its historic charm, the property showcases exposed brick, gleaming hardwood floors, and oversized windows—some offering breathtaking views of the Piscataqua River. The street-level commercial space, currently leased by Bangor Bank, enjoys unmatched visibility and foot traffic in this bustling downtown district. The upper levels present an incredible opportunity for residential or continued mixed-use, with potential for condominium conversion. Whether as an investment or a signature property in your portfolio, this is a rare chance to own a landmark in one of New England’s most desirable downtowns. Don’t miss out—schedule your private showing today!
Highlights
Home typeOther
HeatingElectric, Heat Pump
StatusActive
CoolingZoned
Size4,101 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.03 Acres
Year built1810
MLS #5033246
Summary
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Other, Tile, Wood
- Parking: None
- Heating: Electric, Heat Pump
- Cooling: Zoned
- List Price: $7,500,000
- Price/SqFt: $1,828
- Annual Tax Amount: $22,132
- Tax Year: 2023
- Directions: Use GPS - Location is 8 Bow Street / 140 Penhallow.
- Year Built: 1810
- Stories: 3
- Living Area: 4,101 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.03 Acres
- MLS Number: 5033246
- Office Name: Carey Giampa, LLC/Portsmouth
- Office Phone: (603) 918-7593
- Listing Agent: Nick Ponte
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Price information
Property sales
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1,372,100 | $22,132 |
| 2022 | $1,372,100 | $20,856 |
| 2021 | $1,372,100 | $20,623 |
| 2020 | $1,372,100 | $20,170 |
| 2019 | $1,331,500 | $19,786 |
| 2018 | $1,238,200 | $19,613 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
9
Little Harbour School
Public District KG-5
0.8 mi
•50 Clough Dr Ste 1
8
New Franklin School
Public District KG-5
1.0 mi
•1 Franklin Dr
7
Mary C. Dondero Elementary School
Public District KG-5
2.8 mi
•32 Van Buren Ave
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 $66,725. Typical income of Portsmouth, NH residents is between $35k-100k annually. The majority of families are single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
17%
<35k
56%
35k-100k
19%
100k-200k
8%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
81%
Single, No Kids
2%
Single, with Kids
16%
Married, No Kids
1%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
2%
<11 yrs old
1%
12-17 yrs old
42%
18-34 yrs old
43%
35-64 yrs old
12%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Symphony or Opera
Yoga/pilates
Major League Soccer (MLS)
Where do the neighbors shop?
Chico's
H&M
Banana Republic
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Boston Market
Dominos Pizza
Sonic
What do the neighbors drive?
Volvo
Audi
Infiniti
What do the neighbors listen to?
Talk/Personality
Alternative
Urban Contemporary
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 8 Bow St
The listing price of 8 Bow St property is $7,500,000.
The property 8 Bow St is land located in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, 03801.
Active Listing: 8 Bow St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 8 Bow St are: Little Harbour School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), New Franklin School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Mary C. Dondero Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), 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 $22,132 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property 8 Bow St is 0.03 acres.
The property 8 Bow St is 4,101 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 8 Bow St is 1810.
This home is located at 8 Bow St in Portsmouth, NH and zip code 03801 in the Seacoast neighborhood. This 4,101 square foot home, which was built in 1810, sits on a 0.03 acre lot. Features: 0 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since March 24, 2025 and is currently priced at $7,500,000.
The number of listings in Portsmouth, NH increased by 90.9% between April and May 2025. In May 2025, listings were on the market for 57 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $875,000.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.