20 Recreation Road

Closed 5/6/13
Closed 5/6/13
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Sold
Last Sold Price
$640,000
3 beds2,526 sqft$253/sqft
20 Recreation Rd, Rye, NH 03870
Single FamilyProperty Type
1.1 acresLot Size
1995Year Built
$253/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Exciting contemporary architecture with character, open rooms and dramatic window detail make this home a dream for privacy seekers. Warm hardwood flooring and a soaring cathedral ceiling highlight the two story brick fireplace wall in the living room. Creative cooking is enjoyable in a well equipped kitchen centered by a granite island that invites casual dining. Imagine a candlelight dinner by the fireplace with a possible peek at the stars! Entertaining is easy with a wet bar and wine refrigerator...Exciting contemporary architecture with character, open rooms and dramatic window detail make this home a dream for privacy seekers. Warm hardwood flooring and a soaring cathedral ceiling highlight the two story brick fireplace wall in the living room. Creative cooking is enjoyable in a well equipped kitchen centered by a granite island that invites casual dining. Imagine a candlelight dinner by the fireplace with a possible peek at the stars! Entertaining is easy with a wet bar and wine refrigerator included in the custom cabinetry. Tranquil views from the office/study provide the perfect background for business or a quiet read. On the second floor, a spacious master suite includes a vaulted ceiling, recessed lighting, walk-in closet and steam shower. Scenic Rye Harbor offers fishing boats and Ocean cruises while a sandy beach and walking trails are all minutes away. Imagine the joy of year round living by the sea in this magical location!

    Sold By Carey Giampa, LLC/Rye

    • Listed by: Allan Rogers • Bentley By the Sea
    Listing closed: 05/06/2013 12:00 AM • Source: New England Real Estate Network, MLS#: 4148481
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    Property Information for 20 Recreation Road

    Property Details
    • Taxes: $6,161 / year
    • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family
    • County: Rockingham County
    • Parking: Parking Spaces 2
    • Zoning: residential
    Building Information
    • Stories: 1
    • Year Built: 1995
    • Lot Size: 1.10 AC / 47,916 SF
    Summary
    Location and General Information
    • City: Rye
    • County: NH-Rockingham
    • Directions: Center of Rye south on Central Road left on Locke Road, left on Recreation Road.
    • Road Frontage: Yes
    • Seasonal: No
    • State: NH
    • Map: 12
    • Zip Code: 03870
    Taxes and HOA Information
    • Tax - Gross Amount: $6,161.00
    • Tax Year: 2012
    • Taxes TBD: No
    School Information
    • School - High: Portsmouth High School
    • School - District: Rye
    • School - Elementary: Rye Elementary School
    • School - Middle/Jr: Rye Junior High School
    Parking
    • Garage: Yes
    • Garage Capacity: 2.00
    • Driveway: Paved
    Property
    Lot Information
    • Lot: 076
    • Lot - Sqft: 47916.0
    • Lot Size Acres: 1.1
    • Road Frontage Length: 150.0
    • Square Feet Apx Finished Above Grade: 2366.0
    • Square Feet Apx Finished Below Grade: 160.0
    • Square Feet Apx Tot Below Grade: 0.0
    • Square Feet Apx Total Finished: 2526.0
    Property and Assessments
    • Assessment Amount: $530,900
    • Property Class: Residential
    • Property Type: Single Family
    • Flood Zone: Unknown
    • Foundation: Concrete
    • Surveyed: No
    • Year Built: 1995
    Utilities
    • Electric: 200 Amp, Circuit Breaker(s)
    • Sewer: Concrete, Leach Field
    • Utilities: Cable, Internet - Cable
    Interior and Exterior Features
    Exterior Features
    • Color: tan
    • Features - Exterior: Balcony, Deck, Fence - Invisible Pet, Patio
    • Roads: Dead End, Public
    • Roof: Shingle - Asphalt
    Interior Features
    • Appliances: Cooktop - Down-Draft, Cooktop - Gas, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Oven - Double, Refrigerator
    • Basement: Yes
    • Basement Access Type: Interior
    • Basement Description: Full, Partially Finished, Storage Space, Unfinished
    • Baths - Total: 4
    • Baths - Full: 1
    • Half Baths: 1
    • One Quarter Baths: 0
    • Three Quarter Bath: 2
    • Rooms - Total: 9
    • Bedrooms - Total: 3
    • Features - Interior: Cedar Closet, Ceiling Fan, Fireplace - Wood, Fireplaces - 2, Kitchen Island, Primary BR w/ BA, Skylight, Vaulted Ceiling, Walk-in Closet, Wet Bar, Laundry - 2nd Floor
    • Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
    • Heat Fuel: Oil
    • Heating: Baseboard, Hot Water
    • Total Stories: 1.75
    Room Information
    Room 1
    • Room Dimensions: 18x9.3
    • Room Level: 1
    • Room Type: Kitchen
    Room 2
    • Room Dimensions: 14x11
    • Room Level: 1
    • Room Type: Dining Room
    Room 3
    • Room Dimensions: 27x13
    • Room Level: 1
    • Room Type: Living Room
    Room 4
    • Room Type: Family Room
    Room 5
    • Room Dimensions: 14x11
    • Room Level: 1
    • Room Type: Office/Study
    Room 6
    • Room Type: Mudroom
    Room 7
    • Room Dimensions: 21x13
    • Room Level: 2
    • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
    Room 8
    • Room Dimensions: 14x12
    • Room Level: 2
    • Room Type: Bedroom
    Room 9
    • Room Dimensions: 12x12
    • Room Level: 2
    • Room Type: Bedroom
    Room 10
    • Room Type: Foyer
    Room 13
    • Room Dimensions: 15x12
    • Room Level: 2
    • Room Type: Other
    Room 14
    • Room Level: 1
    • Room Type: Other

    Property History for 20 Recreation Road

    DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
    May 6, 2013

    Sold

    New England Real Estate Network #4148481

    		$640,000—
    Feb 14, 2013

    Pending

    New England Real Estate Network #4148481

    		—
    Apr 16, 2012

    Price Change

    New England Real Estate Network #4148481

    		$716,000—
    DateEvent & SourcePrice
    05/06/2013

    Sold

    New England Real Estate Network #4148481

    $640,000
    02/14/2013

    Pending

    New England Real Estate Network #4148481

    —
    04/16/2012

    Price Change

    New England Real Estate Network #4148481

    $716,000

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

    Public Records for 20 Recreation Road

    Taxable ValueLand$574,100Additions$426,100Total$1,000,200
    Tax Record2025$8,372 ($698 / month)
    Home Facts
    Beds3Baths3.5Total Finished SqFt2,558 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,558 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt1,226 SqFtStories2Lot Size43,996 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1987Year Renovated2006ZoningSRESCountyROCKINGHAMAPNRYEE M:012 B:076

    Schools near 20 Recreation 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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