172 Washington Rd

Rye, NH 03870

$1,325,000
Last Sold Price
3
Beds
2,362 Sq. Ft.
$561 / Sq. Ft.
2,362
Sq. Ft.
$561
per Sq. Ft.
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Closed 8/5/22
Closed 8/5/22

Description

As it gently meanders from the center of town to the Ocean at Foss Beach, Washington Rd. is often described as the most charming street in Rye. Lined with antique colonials, farmhouses and classic capes...it is the quintessential New England location! And just 1/2 mile from the beach, sits this beautifully sited 1950s cape, surrounded by stone walls and mature landscaping. Lovingly maintained and updated for the last 30 years, it's time for the next owner to enjoy its sun-filled family room, charming...As it gently meanders from the center of town to the Ocean at Foss Beach, Washington Rd. is often described as the most charming street in Rye. Lined with antique colonials, farmhouses and classic capes...it is the quintessential New England location! And just 1/2 mile from the beach, sits this beautifully sited 1950s cape, surrounded by stone walls and mature landscaping. Lovingly maintained and updated for the last 30 years, it's time for the next owner to enjoy its sun-filled family room, charming screened porch and private brick patio. Family Holidays were enjoyed here, as generations spread out into the fireplaced LR, Formal DR and eat-in Kitchen overlooking the walls of windows in the FR. Some may even have settled into the private, bookshelf-lined Den to catch a few minutes of the Game! Upstairs there are 2 good-sized guest rooms that share a bath and the Primary Suite that has been upgraded with multiple closets and an updated bath with a large shower. From the road, the stone walls and beautiful landscaping frame the picture-perfect front entry, and the very private rear patio leads to an expansive backyard with lush lawns and towering trees! Just a short walk or bike ride to the end of Washington Rd., where locals enjoy the quieter Foss Beach. A rare opportunity to live in Rye and enjoy all the benefits of a smaller community - but still have easy access to dinner, theater and shopping in Portsmouth! It doesn't get much better than this!
  1. Listed by Barbara Shea-Smucker • Tate & Foss Sotheby's International Rlty
  2. Listed by Jenifer Parker • Tate & Foss Sotheby's International Rlty

Sold By Tate & Foss Sotheby's International Rlty

Property Details for 172 Washington Road

Zoning
Res
LISTING CLOSED: 08/05/2022 12:00 AM

Property Details for 172 Washington Road

StatusClosed
MLS #4913503
Days on Market3
Taxes$5,482 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family
Year Built1950
Lot Size0.82 AC / 35,675 SF
CountyRockingham County
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Building Information for 172 Washington Road

Stories2Year Built1950Building Size-Lot Size0.82 AC / 35,675 SF

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Property Information for 172 Washington Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Rye
  • County: NH-Rockingham
  • Directions: From the center of Rye head East out Washington Rd. and take the right fork to stay on Washington. Shortly after Libby Lane, start watching for 172 on the right hand side. Beige with stone walls in front.
  • Latitude: 43.013347327074555
  • Longitude: -70.751103000000001
  • Road Frontage: Yes
  • Seasonal: No
  • State: NH
  • Street Designation: Road
  • Map: 17
  • Zip Code: 03870
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Tax - Gross Amount: $5,482.00
  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Taxes TBD: No
School Information
  • School - High: Portsmouth High School
  • School - Elementary: Rye Elementary School
  • School - Middle/Jr: Rye Junior High School
Parking
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Capacity: 2.00
  • Driveway: Paved
Property
Lot Information
  • Block: 0
  • Lot: 018
  • Lot - Sqft: 35676.0
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.819
  • Road Frontage Length: 130.0
  • Square Feet Apx Finished Above Grade: 2362.0
  • 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: 3306.0
  • Square Feet Apx Total Finished: 2362.0
  • Square Feet Apx Unfinished Above Grade: 0.0
  • Square Feet Apx Unfinished AG Source: Public Records
  • Square Feet Apx Unfinished Below Grade: 944.0
  • Square Feet Apx Unfinished BG Source: Public Records
Property and Assessments
  • Property Class: Residential
  • Property Type: Single Family
  • Construction Status: Existing
  • Flood Zone: Unknown
  • Foundation: Concrete
  • PreConstruction: No
  • Surveyed: Unknown
  • Year Built: 1950
Utilities
  • Electric: 100 Amp, Circuit Breaker(s)
  • Sewer: On-Site Septic Exists, Private
  • Utilities: Internet - Cable
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Color: Tan
  • Roads: Public
  • Roof: Shingle
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Stove - Electric
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Access Type: Interior
  • Basement Description: Concrete, Stairs - Interior, Sump Pump, Unfinished, Stairs - Basement
  • Baths - Total: 3
  • Baths - Full: 1
  • Half Baths: 1
  • One Quarter Baths: 0
  • Three Quarter Bath: 1
  • Rooms - Total: 8
  • Rooms: Level 1: Level 1: Den, Level 1: Dining Room, Level 1: Family Room, Level 1: Kitchen - Eat-in, Level 1: Living Room
  • Rooms: Level 2: Level 2: Bedroom, Level 2: Primary Bdm Ste
  • Bedrooms - Total: 3
  • Heat Fuel: Oil
  • Heating: Baseboard, Hot Water
  • Cooling: None
  • Total Stories: 2
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Dimensions: 11 x 24
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 2
  • Room Dimensions: 11 x 11.5
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 3
  • Room Dimensions: 11 x 17
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Kitchen - Eat-in
Room 4
  • Room Dimensions: 12 x 20
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Family Room
Room 5
  • Room Dimensions: 9 x 13
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Den
Room 6
  • Room Dimensions: 12 x 16 +
  • Room Level: 2
  • Room Type: Primary BR Suite
Room 7
  • Room Dimensions: 11 x 16
  • Room Level: 2
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 8
  • Room Dimensions: 10 x 11
  • Room Level: 2
  • Room Type: Bedroom

Property History for 172 Washington Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 8, 2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1495574183

$1,325,000—
Aug 5, 2022

Sold

New England Real Estate Network #4913503

$1,325,000—
Jun 5, 2022

Pending

New England Real Estate Network #4913503

—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/08/2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1495574183

$1,325,000
08/05/2022

Sold

New England Real Estate Network #4913503

$1,325,000
06/05/2022

Pending

New England Real Estate Network #4913503

—

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

Public Records for 172 Washington Road

Taxable ValueLand$453,000Additions$441,600Total$894,600
Tax Record2025$7,488 ($624 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt2,362 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,362 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt944 SqFtStories2Lot Size35,719 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1950Year Renovated2002ZoningSRESCountyROCKINGHAMAPNRYEE M:017 B:018

Schools near 172 Washington Road

This home is within Rye School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Rye Junior High School
Public - 5 to 8
Rye Elementary School
Public - PK to 4
Rating
School
Distance
Rye Junior High School
Public5 to 8

Rye Elementary School
PublicPK to 4

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