178 High St

Somersworth, NH 03878

$299,900
Price
3
Beds
1,619 Sq. Ft.
$185 / Sq. Ft.
1,619
Sq. Ft.
$185
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

Back on the market - due to no fault of the seller! Discover the potential in this charming 1860 single-family home. Offering over 1,600 square feet of living space, this 3-bedroom, 1-bath home features timeless character throughout—including arched doorways, built-ins and a bright four season sunroom that fills up with natural light. The layout provides a great foundation for those ready to bring their vision to life. With some updates and TLC, this property offers the chance to build instant equity—perfect...Back on the market - due to no fault of the seller! Discover the potential in this charming 1860 single-family home. Offering over 1,600 square feet of living space, this 3-bedroom, 1-bath home features timeless character throughout—including arched doorways, built-ins and a bright four season sunroom that fills up with natural light. The layout provides a great foundation for those ready to bring their vision to life. With some updates and TLC, this property offers the chance to build instant equity—perfect for investors or first-time home buyers looking to make a house their own. Outside, enjoy a two-car detached garage and a manageable yard, all in a convenient location close to schools, shopping, and just 10 minutes from downtown Dover and Wentworth-Douglass Hospital. A wonderful opportunity to combine classic charm with modern updates in a desirable Seacoast location. Being sold as is - Showing by appointment only, call/text/email agent to set up showing.
  1. Listed by Molly DiSalvo • The Aland Realty Group

Property Details for 178 High Street

Zoning
Residential
LISTING UPDATED: 03/08/2026 01:32 PM

Property Details for 178 High Street

StatusActive
MLS #5066688
Days on Market104
Taxes$6,314 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family
Year Built1860
Lot Size0.22 AC / 9,583 SF
CountyStrafford County
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Location

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Building Information for 178 High Street

Stories2Year Built1860Building Size-Lot Size0.22 AC / 9,583 SF

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$1,988 per month

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$1,462

Property Taxes

$526

HOA Dues

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Property Information for 178 High Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Somersworth
  • County: NH-Strafford
  • Directions: Rte 16 to Exit 9 - Take High Street to Pleasant Street. 178 High Street is on the corner of High St and Pleasant St.
  • Latitude: 43.257966000000998
  • Longitude: -70.867363999999995
  • Road Frontage: Yes
  • Seasonal: No
  • State: NH
  • Street Designation: Street
  • Map: 10
  • Zip Code: 03878
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Tax Rate: 18.70%
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Taxes TBD: No
Parking
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Capacity: 2.00
  • Driveway: Paved
Property
Lot Information
  • Block: 0
  • Lot: 85
  • Lot Features: Corner, Near Shopping, Near School(s)
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.22
  • Road Frontage Length: 195.0
Property and Assessments
  • Current Use: No
  • Property Class: Residential
  • Property Type: Single Family
  • Construction Status: Existing
  • Flood Zone: No
  • PreConstruction: No
  • Surveyed: Unknown
  • Year Built: 1860
Utilities
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • Sewer: Public
  • Water Source: Public
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Gas On-Site
  • Internet: Cable Internet
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Color: White
  • Construction Materials: Wood Frame, Vinyl Siding
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Access Type: Interior
  • Basement Description: Bulkhead, Full, Interior Stairs, Unfinished, Interior Access
  • Rooms: Level 1: Level 1: Dining Room, Level 1: Kitchen, Level 1: Living Room, Level 1: Sunroom
  • Rooms: Level 2: Level 2: Bedroom, Level 2: Full Bathroom
  • Rooms: Level 3: Level 3: Bedroom
  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
  • Heating: Oil, Baseboard, Hot Water, Multi Zone
  • Cooling: Multi Zone
  • Total Stories: 2.5
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 2
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 3
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 4
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Sunroom
Room 5
  • Room Level: 2
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 6
  • Room Level: 2
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 7
  • Room Level: 2
  • Room Type: Bathroom Full
Room 8
  • Room Level: 3
  • Room Type: Bedroom

Property History for 178 High Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 21, 2025

Listed (Active)

New England Real Estate Network #5066688

$299,900—
Nov 23, 2020

Sold

New England Real Estate Network #4832369

$219,900—
Nov 23, 2020

Pending

New England Real Estate Network #4832369

—
Oct 4, 2020

Listed (Active)

New England Real Estate Network #4832369

$209,900—
Sep 6, 2012

Expired

New England Real Estate Network #4168199

—
Jun 24, 2012

Listed (Active)

New England Real Estate Network #4168199

$164,900—
Jul 19, 2010

Expired

New England Real Estate Network #2723365

—
Mar 16, 2009

Expired

New England Real Estate Network #186132

—
Mar 16, 2009

Expired

New England Real Estate Network #191543

—
May 26, 2008

Listed (Active)

New England Real Estate Network #2723365

$209,900—
Jul 29, 2005

Sold

New England Real Estate Network #205453

$216,000—
Jun 6, 2005

Pending

New England Real Estate Network #205453

—
May 23, 2005

Listed (Active)

New England Real Estate Network #205453

$219,900—
Mar 8, 2005

Listed (Active)

New England Real Estate Network #191543

$229,900—
Jan 28, 2005

Listed (Active)

New England Real Estate Network #186132

$229,900—
Jan 31, 2003

Sold

New England Real Estate Network #875905

$149,900—
Dec 16, 2002

Pending

New England Real Estate Network #875905

—
Dec 3, 2002

Listed (Active)

New England Real Estate Network #875905

$149,900—
Aug 20, 2002

Sold

New England Real Estate Network #854557

$130,000—
Jul 9, 2002

Pending

New England Real Estate Network #854557

—
Jun 24, 2002

Listed (Active)

New England Real Estate Network #854557

$139,900—
Jun 30, 1998

Sold

New England Real Estate Network #513199

$82,000—
Apr 22, 1998

Pending

New England Real Estate Network #513199

—
Jan 6, 1998

Listed (Active)

New England Real Estate Network #513199

$84,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/21/2025

Listed (Active)

New England Real Estate Network #5066688

$299,900
11/23/2020

Sold

New England Real Estate Network #4832369

$219,900
11/23/2020

Pending

New England Real Estate Network #4832369

—
10/04/2020

Listed (Active)

New England Real Estate Network #4832369

$209,900
09/06/2012

Expired

New England Real Estate Network #4168199

—
06/24/2012

Listed (Active)

New England Real Estate Network #4168199

$164,900
07/19/2010

Expired

New England Real Estate Network #2723365

—
03/16/2009

Expired

New England Real Estate Network #186132

—
03/16/2009

Expired

New England Real Estate Network #191543

—
05/26/2008

Listed (Active)

New England Real Estate Network #2723365

$209,900
07/29/2005

Sold

New England Real Estate Network #205453

$216,000
06/06/2005

Pending

New England Real Estate Network #205453

—
05/23/2005

Listed (Active)

New England Real Estate Network #205453

$219,900
03/08/2005

Listed (Active)

New England Real Estate Network #191543

$229,900
01/28/2005

Listed (Active)

New England Real Estate Network #186132

$229,900
01/31/2003

Sold

New England Real Estate Network #875905

$149,900
12/16/2002

Pending

New England Real Estate Network #875905

—
12/03/2002

Listed (Active)

New England Real Estate Network #875905

$149,900
08/20/2002

Sold

New England Real Estate Network #854557

$130,000
07/09/2002

Pending

New England Real Estate Network #854557

—
06/24/2002

Listed (Active)

New England Real Estate Network #854557

$139,900
06/30/1998

Sold

New England Real Estate Network #513199

$82,000
04/22/1998

Pending

New England Real Estate Network #513199

—
01/06/1998

Listed (Active)

New England Real Estate Network #513199

$84,000

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

Public Records for 178 High Street

Taxable ValueLand$91,200Additions$246,400Total$337,600
Tax Record2024$6,313 ($526 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt1,619 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,619 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt808 SqFtStories2Lot Size9,670 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1860ZoningR3CountySTRAFFORDAPNSMSW M:10 B:85 L:0

Schools near 178 High Street

This home is within Somersworth School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Maple Wood Elementary School
Public - 3 to 5
Somersworth Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Somersworth High School
Public - 9 to 12
Hilltop School
Public - 1 to 4
Rating
School
Distance
Maple Wood Elementary School
Public3 to 5

Somersworth Middle School
Public6 to 8

Somersworth High School
Public9 to 12

Hilltop School
Public1 to 4

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 178 High Street, Somersworth, NH 03878

178 High Street is a single family home for sale in Somersworth, NH 03878. This property was listed for sale on October 21, 2025 by The Aland Realty Group, it's currently listed at $299,900. It has been on the market for a total of 104 days and was last sold on November 23, 2020. This listing's school district is Somersworth School District. Nearby schools include Maple Wood Elementary School, Somersworth Middle School and Somersworth High School. 178 High Street is a 3-bed, 1-bath, 1,619 sqft single family home built in 1860.

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