1493 Ocean Blvd

Rye, NH 03870

$870,000
Last Sold Price
4
Beds
1,782 Sq. Ft.
$488 / Sq. Ft.
1,782
Sq. Ft.
$488
per Sq. Ft.
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Closed 12/15/16
Closed 12/15/16

Description

Enjoy unobstructed views of the Atlantic Ocean from every window of this 1920's Victorian set proudly on a knoll overlooking Foss Beach. This pristine, sandy beach is only steps from your front door. Extensive renovations include updated heating, HW and electrical services, refinished hardwood floors and beautiful fieldstone fireplace. Outdoor entertaining or relaxing is easy on the 14'x17' wrap around front porch with amazing ocean views. Or enjoy a BBQ on the adjacent 8'x16' side porch. Bonus-1st...Enjoy unobstructed views of the Atlantic Ocean from every window of this 1920's Victorian set proudly on a knoll overlooking Foss Beach. This pristine, sandy beach is only steps from your front door. Extensive renovations include updated heating, HW and electrical services, refinished hardwood floors and beautiful fieldstone fireplace. Outdoor entertaining or relaxing is easy on the 14'x17' wrap around front porch with amazing ocean views. Or enjoy a BBQ on the adjacent 8'x16' side porch. Bonus-1st floor bedroom and bath and an outdoor shower. Truly a magnificent location for your new beach home! (Note: no longer a shared driveway as aerial photograph suggests in mapping)
  1. Listed by Susan Haberstroh • BHHS Verani Seacoast

Sold By Bentley By the Sea

Property Details for 1493 Ocean Boulevard

Parking
Parking Spaces 3 - 5
Water View
Yes
Zoning
Residential
LISTING CLOSED: 12/15/2016 12:00 AM

Property Details for 1493 Ocean Boulevard

StatusClosed
MLS #4605123
Days on Market4
Taxes$8,355 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family
Year Built1920
Lot Size0.40 AC / 17,424 SF
CountyRockingham County
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Building Information for 1493 Ocean Boulevard

Stories2Year Built1920Building Size-Lot Size0.40 AC / 17,424 SF

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Property Information for 1493 Ocean Boulevard

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Area Description: Tidal
  • City: Rye
  • County: NH-Rockingham
  • Directions: Route 1A (Ocean Blvd) north. House is on the left just past the intersection of 1A and Washington Rd. Sign on the property.
  • Road Frontage: Yes
  • Seasonal: No
  • State: NH
  • Street Designation: Boulevard
  • Map: 013
  • Zip: 03870
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Tax - Gross Amount: $8,355.00
  • Tax Year: 2015
  • Taxes TBD: No
School Information
  • School - High: Portsmouth High School
  • School - Elementary: Rye Elementary School
  • School - Middle/Jr: Rye Junior High School
Parking
  • Garage: No
  • Driveway: Crushed Stone
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Property
Lot Information
  • Lot: 051
  • Lot - Sqft: 17424.0
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.4
  • Road Frontage Length: 63.0
  • Square Feet Apx Finished Above Grade: 1782.0
  • Square Feet Apx Finished AG Source: Public Records
  • Square Feet Apx Finished Below Grade: 0.0
  • Square Feet Apx Finished BG Source: Public Records
  • Square Feet Apx Total: 2454.0
  • Square Feet Apx Total Finished: 1782.0
  • Square Feet Apx Unfinished Above Grade: 0.0
  • Square Feet Apx Unfinished AG Source: Public Records
  • Square Feet Apx Unfinished Below Grade: 672.0
  • Square Feet Apx Unfinished BG Source: Public Records
  • Water Body Access: Yes
Property and Assessments
  • Current Use: No
  • Property Class: Residential
  • Property Type: Single Family
  • Construction Status: Existing
  • Easements: Yes
  • Flood Zone: Unknown
  • Foundation: Fieldstone, Granite
  • Planned Urban Developmt: No
  • PreConstruction: No
  • Resort: No
  • Surveyed: Yes
  • Year Built: 1920
Utilities
  • Electric: 200 Amp, Circuit Breaker(s)
  • Sewer: 1000 Gallon, Leach Field - Existing, Private, Septic
  • Utilities: Cable - At Site, Gas - LP/Bottle, Internet - Cable
  • Water Access Details: Beach Access
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Color: Grey
  • Features - Accessibility: 1st Floor 3/4 Bathroom, 1st Floor Hrd Surfce Flr
  • Features - Exterior: Deck, Porch - Covered
  • Roads: Public
  • Roof: Shingle - Asphalt
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Access Type: Walkout
  • Basement Description: Full, Stairs - Interior, Sump Pump, Unfinished
  • Baths - Total: 2
  • Baths - Full: 1
  • Half Baths: 0
  • One Quarter Baths: 0
  • Three Quarter Bath: 1
  • Rooms - Total: 7
  • Rooms: Level 1: Level 1: Bedroom, Level 1: Dining Room, Level 1: Kitchen - Eat-in, Level 1: Living Room
  • Rooms: Level 2: Level 2: Bedroom, Level 2: Master Bedroom
  • Bedrooms - Total: 4
  • Features - Interior: Blinds, Fireplace - Gas, Soaking Tub, Laundry - 2nd Floor
  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
  • Heat Fuel: Electric, Gas - LP/Bottle
  • Heating: Electric, Hot Air
  • Cooling: None
  • Total Stories: 2
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Dimensions: 15 x 23
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 2
  • Room Dimensions: 12 x 17
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 3
  • Room Dimensions: 10 x 23
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Kitchen - Eat-in
Room 4
  • Room Dimensions: 10 x 17
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 5
  • Room Dimensions: 11 x 11
  • Room Level: 2
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
Room 6
  • Room Dimensions: 11 x 13
  • Room Level: 2
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 7
  • Room Dimensions: 11 x 12
  • Room Level: 2
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Multi Family
Multi-Family Information
  • Units Per Building: 1
Rental
Rent Information
  • Rented: No

Property History for 1493 Ocean Boulevard

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 16, 2016

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #584699456

$870,000

+1.8% / yr

Dec 15, 2016

Sold

New England Real Estate Network #4605123

$870,000—
Oct 20, 2016

Listed (Active)

New England Real Estate Network #4605123

$899,900—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/16/2016

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #584699456

$870,000

+1.8% / yr

12/15/2016

Sold

New England Real Estate Network #4605123

$870,000
10/20/2016

Listed (Active)

New England Real Estate Network #4605123

$899,900

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

Public Records for 1493 Ocean Boulevard

Taxable ValueLand$999,400Additions$332,600Total$1,332,000
Tax Record2025$11,149 ($929 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,776 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,776 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt672 SqFtStories2Lot Size17,860 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1920Year Renovated1997ZoningGRESCountyROCKINGHAMAPNRYEE M:013 B:051

Schools near 1493 Ocean Boulevard

This home is within Rye School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Rye Elementary School
Public - PK to 4
Rye Junior High School
Public - 5 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Rye Elementary School
PublicPK to 4

Rye Junior High School
Public5 to 8

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