12 Union St

Exeter, NH 03833

$1,120,000
Price
3
Beds
2,200 Sq. Ft.
$509 / Sq. Ft.
2,200
Sq. Ft.
$509
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

Welcome to the Cyrus Morse House (c. 1870), a classic New Englander nestled on a tree-lined street just steps from vibrant downtown Exeter. This historic gem sits on an oversized lot boasting a rare, park-like arboretum nurtured over the last quarter-century. The enchanting grounds feature exceptional specimen plantings, including a massive Maple, Hemlocks, Japanese Maples, a Stewartia tree, and a brilliant Blue Spruce, creating a private downtown oasis. Inside, the home showcases nineteenth-century...Welcome to the Cyrus Morse House (c. 1870), a classic New Englander nestled on a tree-lined street just steps from vibrant downtown Exeter. This historic gem sits on an oversized lot boasting a rare, park-like arboretum nurtured over the last quarter-century. The enchanting grounds feature exceptional specimen plantings, including a massive Maple, Hemlocks, Japanese Maples, a Stewartia tree, and a brilliant Blue Spruce, creating a private downtown oasis. Inside, the home showcases nineteenth-century craftsmanship with high ceilings, generous room proportions, and a rare architectural feature: two graceful, curved interior walls. Original light fixtures and authentic push-button switches preserve the home's historic soul, while its enduring durability is anchored by a substantial stone foundation and an attic structure supported by massive, hand-hewn, bark-covered timber beams. Steeped in local lore, the property was once home to Exeter’s oldest living citizen, William Langley, and later to Harvard graduate Adele Holevas, a beloved Phillips Exeter Academy music teacher who taught piano in the front living room. Don't miss this extraordinary opportunity to own a piece of authentic Exeter heritage and enjoy the timeless ambiance of a true neighborhood landmark.
  1. Listed by Nick Ponte • Carey Giampa, LLC/Portsmouth • Cell: 603-918-7593
  2. Listed by Jim Giampa • Carey Giampa, LLC/Rye

Property Details for 12 Union Street

Zoning
R-2
LISTING UPDATED: 06/02/2026 09:06 PM

Property Details for 12 Union Street

StatusActive
MLS #5092051
Days on Market1
Taxes$11,172 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family
Year Built1870
Lot Size0.42 AC / 18,295 SF
CountyRockingham County
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Location

Listing Courtesy of Carey Giampa, LLC/Portsmouth; Carey Giampa, LLC/Rye
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Building Information for 12 Union Street

Stories2Year Built1870Building Size-Lot Size0.42 AC / 18,295 SF

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Property Information for 12 Union Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Exeter
  • County: NH-Rockingham
  • Directions: Use GPS
  • Latitude: 42.978214000001003
  • Longitude: -70.957718000000000
  • Road Frontage: TBD
  • Seasonal: No
  • State: NH
  • Street Designation: Street
  • Map: 73
  • Zip Code: 03833
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Taxes TBD: No
Parking
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Capacity: 2.00
  • Driveway: Paved
Property
Lot Information
  • Block: 241
  • Lot: 0
  • Lot Features: Landscaped, Level, Sidewalks, In Town, Near Shopping, Neighborhood, Near Public Transportatn, Near Hospital, Near School(s)
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.42
  • Total Finished Area: 2200.0
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 2200.0
  • Above Grade Finished Area Source: Other
  • Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1316.0
  • AboveGradeUnfinishedAreaSource: Public Records
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area Source: Public Records
  • Below Grade Unfinished Area: 912.0
  • BelowGradeUnfinishedAreaSource: Public Records
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 18295.0
  • Total Area: 4428.0
Property and Assessments
  • Assessment Amount: $595,500
  • Assessment Year: 2025
  • Property Class: Residential
  • Property Type: Single Family
  • Construction Status: Existing
  • Flood Zone: No
  • PreConstruction: No
  • Surveyed: Yes
  • Year Built: 1870
  • School District: Exeter
  • High School: Exeter High School
  • Middle/Jr School: Cooperative Middle School
  • Elementary School: Lincoln Street Elementary
Utilities
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • Sewer: Public
  • Water Source: Public
  • Utilities: Cable Available
  • Internet: Cable Internet
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Color: white
  • Construction Materials: Wood Frame
  • Roof: Shingle
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Range, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Exhaust Fan
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Access Type: Interior
  • Basement Description: Bulkhead, Concrete Floor, Interior Stairs, Storage Space, Exterior Access, Basement Stairs
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile, Vinyl Plank
  • Heating: Baseboard, Boiler
  • Cooling: None
  • Total Stories: 2
  • Rooms Total: 8
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms One Quarter: 0
  • Bathrooms Three Quarter: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Bathrooms Total: 4

Property History for 12 Union Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 1, 2026

Listed (Active)

New England Real Estate Network #5092051

$1,120,000—
May 11, 2020

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #671306869

$2,667

-18.7% / yr

May 25, 1999

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #285485967

$205,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/01/2026

Listed (Active)

New England Real Estate Network #5092051

$1,120,000
05/11/2020

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #671306869

$2,667

-18.7% / yr

05/25/1999

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #285485967

$205,000

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 12 Union Street

Taxable ValueLand$305,200Additions$290,300Total$595,500
Tax Record2025$11,172 ($931 / month)
Home Facts
Baths2Total Finished SqFt2,022 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,022 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt912 SqFtStories2Lot Size18,295 SqFtStyleDuplexYear Built1870ZoningR-2CountyROCKINGHAMAPNEXTR M:073 L:241

Schools near 12 Union Street

This home is within Exeter School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Main Street School
Public - PK to 2
Lincoln Street Elementary School
Public - 3 to 5
Cooperative Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Exeter High School
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.

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More information about 12 Union Street, Exeter, NH 03833

12 Union Street is a single family home for sale in Exeter, NH 03833. This property was listed for sale on June 1, 2026 by Carey Giampa, LLC/Portsmouth, it's currently listed at $1,120,000. It has been on the market for a total of 1 days and was last sold on May 11, 2020. 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. 12 Union Street is a 3-bed, 4-bath, 2,200 sqft single family home built in 1870.

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Listing Courtesy of Carey Giampa, LLC/Portsmouth; Carey Giampa, LLC/Rye

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