4 beds4,042 sqft$19/sqft
11 Chestnut St, Exeter, NH 03833

Description

Exeter's mill town past is embodied in this charming and spacious 4+ bedroom, 3.5 bath, 4,000+ sq ft Federalist home, dating from circa 1820s and overlooking Historic downtown. Featuring many of its original appointments, including crown moldings, wide pine floors, and a sweeping curved front staircase, the two-story brick house is sited on 1.08 acres with magnificent old trees and gardens and offers a sunroom, wide screened porch, 2 patios, and walkways throughout the grounds. A versatile floor...Exeter's mill town past is embodied in this charming and spacious 4+ bedroom, 3.5 bath, 4,000+ sq ft Federalist home, dating from circa 1820s and overlooking Historic downtown. Featuring many of its original appointments, including crown moldings, wide pine floors, and a sweeping curved front staircase, the two-story brick house is sited on 1.08 acres with magnificent old trees and gardens and offers a sunroom, wide screened porch, 2 patios, and walkways throughout the grounds. A versatile floor plan of light-filled rooms with built-ins, lead-glass French doors, and crystal light fixtures includes ample space for an office. The updated kitchen, renovated with high-end appliances, flows into a comfortable dining area and formal dining room separated by french doors and views of the leafy back lawn. This one of a kind home offers in-town living with an aesthetically satisfying blend of time-honored beauty and consonant modern comforts. Sidewalks to downtown. Tenant responsible for all utilities including natural gas, electric, and water and sewer. Year lease required, NO smoking. Potential for in-law. Landlord responsible for spring and fall cleanup. Garage not included in the lease.
LISTING UPDATED: 08/17/2026 08:05 PM

  1. Listed by Florence Ruffner • Ruffner Real Estate, LLC • florenceruffner@gmail.com

Property Details for 11 Chestnut Street

Status
MLS #
5103142
Days on Market
18
Pet Policy
Not Allowed
Rental Incentives
-
Costs & Fees
-
Available Date
08/02/2026
Lease Term
Lease Length: Annual
Furnished
-
Property Type
Rental
MLS Type
Rental / Single Family
Year Built
1825
Lot Size
-

Amenities

  • Built-Ins
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Garage
  • Laundry in Building
  • Parking Included
  • Porch
  • Private Outdoor Space
  • Washer / Dryer in Unit

Location

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Building Information for 11 Chestnut Street

Building/Complex11 Chestnut StFloor-Stories2Pet PolicyNot AllowedPet Policy Details-Year Built1825Building Size-Lot Size-

Property Information for 11 Chestnut Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Exeter
  • County: NH-Rockingham
  • Directions: Across from the Exeter Public Library at the top of String Bridge.
  • Latitude: 42.982858000001002
  • Longitude: -70.944564999999997
  • Seasonal: No
  • State: NH
  • Street Designation: Street
  • Zip Code: 03833
Parking
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Capacity: 1.00
  • Driveway: Paved
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Landscaped, Other
  • Total Finished Area: 4042.0
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 4042.0
  • Above Grade Finished Area Source: Other
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area Source: Other
  • Total Area: 4042.0
Property and Assessments
  • Property Class: Rental
  • Property Type: Single Family
  • Property Condition: Existing
  • PreConstruction: No
  • Year Built: 1825
  • School District: Exeter School District SAU #16
  • High School: Exeter High School
  • Middle/Jr School: Cooperative Middle School
  • Elementary School: Main Street School
Utilities
  • Electric: Circuit Breaker(s), Fuses, Other
  • Sewer: Public
  • Water Source: Public
  • Utilities: Other
  • Internet: Unknown
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Brick Exterior, Other Exterior
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Stove, Other Water Heater
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Access Type: Interior
  • Basement Description: Other
  • Rooms: Level 1: Level 1: Bedroom, Level 1: 1/2 Bathroom, Level 1: Dining Room, Level 1: Eat-in Kitchen, Level 1: Living Room, Level 1: Office/Study, Level 1: Porch, Level 1: Sunroom
  • Rooms: Level 2: Level 2: Bedroom, Level 2: Full Bathroom, Level 2: 3/4 Bathroom, Level 2: Laundry Room, Level 2: Primary Bedroom, Level 2: Other
  • Flooring: Other, Wood
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Hot Water, Other
  • Cooling: None
  • Total Stories: 2
  • Rooms Total: 12
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms One Quarter: 0
  • Bathrooms Three Quarter: 1
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Bathrooms Total: 4
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Dimensions: 12'x32'
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Eat-in Kitchen
Room 2
  • Room Dimensions: 14'x17'
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 3
  • Room Dimensions: 14'x14'
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 4
  • Room Dimensions: 13'10"x14'8
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 5
  • Room Dimensions: 13'10"x14'9
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Office/Study
Room 6
  • Room Dimensions: 13'10"x13'
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 7
  • Room Dimensions: 12'9"x9'11"
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Sunroom
Room 8
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Bathroom Half
Room 9
  • Room Dimensions: 10'5"x17'9"
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Porch
Room 10
  • Room Dimensions: 15'x17'
  • Room Level: 2
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 11
  • Room Level: 2
  • Room Type: Bathroom Three Quarter
Room 12
  • Room Level: 2
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 13
  • Room Level: 2
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 14
  • Room Level: 2
  • Room Type: Laundry Room
Room 15
  • Room Level: 2
  • Room Type: Bathroom Full
Room 16
  • Room Level: 2
  • Room Type: Bathroom Full
Room 17
  • Room Dimensions: 12'6"15'8"
  • Room Level: 2
  • Room Type: Other
Multi Family
Multi-Family Information
  • Units Per Building: 1
Rental
Rent Information
  • Rental Amount Frequency: Monthly
  • Lease Term: Annual
  • Tenant Pays: All Utilities, Other, Snow Removal

Property History for 11 Chestnut Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 3, 2026

Listed (Active)

New England Real Estate Network #5103142

$6,500—
Dec 17, 2024

Rented

New England Real Estate Network #5010329

$5,500—
Aug 19, 2024

Listed (Active)

New England Real Estate Network #5010329

$6,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/03/2026

Listed (Active)

New England Real Estate Network #5103142

$6,500
12/17/2024

Rented

New England Real Estate Network #5010329

$5,500
08/19/2024

Listed (Active)

New England Real Estate Network #5010329

$6,000

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Schools near 11 Chestnut Street

This home is within Exeter School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 2
Public - 3 to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Main Street School
PublicPK to 2

Lincoln Street Elementary School
Public3 to 5

Cooperative Middle School
Public6 to 8

Exeter High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

11 Chestnut Street is available for rent in Exeter, NH 03833. This property was listed on August 3, 2026 by Ruffner Real Estate, LLC, it's currently listed at $6,500. It has been on the market for a total of 18 days and was last rented on December 17, 2024. This listing's school districts are Exeter School District, Exeter Region Coop School District. Nearby schools include Main Street School, Lincoln Street Elementary School and Cooperative Middle School. 11 Chestnut Street is a 4-bed, 4-bath, 4,042 sqft a property built in 1825.

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