36 State St

Portsmouth, NH 03801

$2,249,000
Price
2
Beds
2,982 Sq. Ft.
$754 / Sq. Ft.
2,982
Sq. Ft.
$754
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Distinguished 1814 brick townhome in the heart of historic downtown Portsmouth offering a rare blend of luxury, flexibility, and long-term investment value. Enjoy iconic views of the Piscataqua River, Prescott Park, and Strawbery Banke Museum—just steps from Market Square, the waterfront, renowned dining, boutiques, and cultural attractions. The ground floor, currently commercial with soaring 10’ ceilings, offers exceptional potential for conversion to high-end residential or continued mixed-use,...Distinguished 1814 brick townhome in the heart of historic downtown Portsmouth offering a rare blend of luxury, flexibility, and long-term investment value. Enjoy iconic views of the Piscataqua River, Prescott Park, and Strawbery Banke Museum—just steps from Market Square, the waterfront, renowned dining, boutiques, and cultural attractions. The ground floor, currently commercial with soaring 10’ ceilings, offers exceptional potential for conversion to high-end residential or continued mixed-use, opening to a private pocket garden/courtyard and shared one-car parking. Upper levels provide refined living spaces with exposed brick and beams, Rumford-style wood-burning fireplace, formal living and dining areas, solarium with park and river views, private deck for outdoor entertaining, and multiple flexible-use rooms ideal for bedrooms or offices. The fourth floor features two bedrooms with custom built-ins and a tiled three-quarter bath. Full basement with ample storage and second washer/dryer hookup. Retain mixed-use income potential or create a full four-story luxury residence totaling up to 2,982 SF—an exceptionally rare offering in downtown Portsmouth. Great opportunity to purchase and entire building in one of the most central locations that this city has to offer. Under an hour from Boston's Logan International Airport. Unit offers a rented garage and a rear pocket garden that may also be capable of parking a very small car onsite with modifications. Offered below city assessment, presenting outstanding value in one of New Hampshire’s most sought-after waterfront cities.
  1. Listed by Patrick Carey • Carey Giampa, LLC/Seabrook Beach • Cell: 603-583-1000

Property Details for 36 State Street

Water Body Type
River
Water View
Yes
Waterfront Property
No
Zoning
CD4
LISTING UPDATED: 01/28/2026 07:46 AM

Property Details for 36 State Street

StatusActive
MLS #5075026
Days on Market14
Taxes$25,825 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family
Year Built1850
Lot Size0.03 AC / 1,306 SF
CountyRockingham County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Carey Giampa, LLC/Seabrook Beach
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Building Information for 36 State Street

Stories4Year Built1850Building Size-Lot Size0.03 AC / 1,306 SF

Payment Calculator

$13,113 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$10,961

Property Taxes

$2,152

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 36 State Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Portsmouth
  • County: NH-Rockingham
  • Directions: Set GPS for 36 State Street. Ample metered street parking.
  • Latitude: 43.077337326621418
  • Longitude: -70.753477033732565
  • Road Frontage: Yes
  • Seasonal: No
  • State: NH
  • Street Designation: Street
  • Map: 105
  • Zip Code: 03801
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Fee Includes: Condo Association Fee
  • Tax Rate: 11.18%
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Taxes TBD: No
Parking
  • Garage: No
  • Driveway: Common/Shared
Property
Lot Information
  • Block: 009
  • Footprint: 18x48x16x48
  • Lot: 000
  • Lot Features: Water View, In Town, Near Shopping
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.03
  • Road Frontage Length: 18.0
  • Water Body Access: Yes
  • Water Body Name: Piscataqua River
Property and Assessments
  • Current Use: No
  • Assessment Amount: $2,309,900
  • Assessment Year: 2025
  • Property Class: Residential
  • Property Type: Single Family
  • Construction Status: Existing
  • Flood Zone: No
  • PreConstruction: No
  • Suitable Use: Commercial, Residential
  • Surveyed: No
  • Water Body Restrictions: Yes
  • Year Built: 1850
Utilities
  • Electric Company: Eversource
  • Cable Company: Xfinity or Verizon
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breaker(s)
  • Sewer: Public
  • Water Source: Metered, Public Water On-Site
  • Utilities: Cable at Site, Gas On-Site, Telephone at Site, Underground Gas
  • Water Access Details: Cross a Street to Access, Dock Access, Seasonal Access Only
  • Internet: Cable Internet, DSL Available
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Color: brick
  • Construction Materials: Post and Beam, Wood Frame, Brick Exterior
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Access Type: Interior
  • Basement Description: Concrete Floor, Interior Access, Interior Stairs, Storage Space, Unfinished
  • Rooms: Level 2: Level 2: Family Room, Level 2: Office/Study, Level 2: Sunroom
  • Rooms: Level 3: Level 3: Full Bathroom, Level 3: Dining Room, Level 3: Eat-in Kitchen, Level 3: Living/Dining
  • Rooms: Level 4: Level 4: Bedroom, Level 4: 3/4 Bathroom, Level 4: Primary Bedroom
  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Softwood, Tile
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Hot Air, Multi Zone
  • Cooling: Central AC
  • Total Stories: 4+
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Dimensions: 17'6"x13'7"
  • Room Level: 2
  • Room Type: Family Room
Room 2
  • Room Dimensions: 13'3"x8'9"
  • Room Level: 2
  • Room Type: Office/Study
Room 3
  • Room Level: 2
  • Room Type: Sunroom
Room 4
  • Room Level: 3
  • Room Type: Bathroom Full
Room 5
  • Room Dimensions: 17'0"x14'4"
  • Room Level: 3
  • Room Type: Eat-in Kitchen
Room 6
  • Room Level: 3
  • Room Type: Living/Dining
Room 7
  • Room Dimensions: 17'3"x14'0"
  • Room Level: 3
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 8
  • Room Dimensions: 13'4"x11'9"
  • Room Level: 4
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 9
  • Room Dimensions: 15'0"x11'9"
  • Room Level: 4
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 10
  • Room Level: 4
  • Room Type: Bathroom Three Quarter
Multi Family
Multi-Family Information
  • Units Per Building: 2
Rental
Rent Information
  • Rented: Yes

Property History for 36 State Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 27, 2026

Listed (Active)

New England Real Estate Network #5075026

$2,249,000—
Dec 12, 2025

Expired

New England Real Estate Network #5034798

—
Apr 3, 2025

Listed (Active)

New England Real Estate Network #5034798

$2,489,000—
Dec 10, 2024

Expired

New England Real Estate Network #5004478

—
Sep 18, 2024

Price Change

New England Real Estate Network #5004478

$2,989,000—
Jul 11, 2024

Listed (Active)

New England Real Estate Network #5004478

$3,239,000—
Jun 4, 2024

Expired

New England Real Estate Network #4987700

—
Apr 23, 2024

Withdrawn

New England Real Estate Network #4987700

—
Mar 12, 2024

Listed (Active)

New England Real Estate Network #4987700

$3,489,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/27/2026

Listed (Active)

New England Real Estate Network #5075026

$2,249,000
12/12/2025

Expired

New England Real Estate Network #5034798

—
04/03/2025

Listed (Active)

New England Real Estate Network #5034798

$2,489,000
12/10/2024

Expired

New England Real Estate Network #5004478

—
09/18/2024

Price Change

New England Real Estate Network #5004478

$2,989,000
07/11/2024

Listed (Active)

New England Real Estate Network #5004478

$3,239,000
06/04/2024

Expired

New England Real Estate Network #4987700

—
04/23/2024

Withdrawn

New England Real Estate Network #4987700

—
03/12/2024

Listed (Active)

New England Real Estate Network #4987700

$3,489,000

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

Public Records for 36 State Street

Taxable ValueLand$1,844,600Additions$660,900Total$2,505,500
Tax Record2024$28,011 ($2,334 / month)
Home Facts
Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt2,982 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,982 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt816 SqFtStories4Lot Size1,307 SqFtStyleOffice BuildingYear Built1850ZoningCD4CountyROCKINGHAMAPNPRSM M:0105 B:0009 L:Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 36 State Street

This home is within Portsmouth School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Little Harbour School
Public - K to 5
Portsmouth Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Portsmouth High School
Public - 9 to 13
St Patrick School
Private - PK to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Little Harbour School
PublicK to 5

Portsmouth Middle School
Public6 to 8

Portsmouth High School
Public9 to 13

St Patrick School
PrivatePK to 8

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 36 State Street, Portsmouth, NH 03801

36 State Street is a single family home for sale in Portsmouth, NH 03801. This property was listed for sale on January 27, 2026 by Carey Giampa, LLC/Seabrook Beach, it's currently listed at $2,249,000. This listing's school district is Portsmouth School District. Nearby schools include Little Harbour School, Portsmouth Middle School and Portsmouth High School. 36 State Street is a 2-bed, 2-bath, 2,982 sqft single family home built in 1850.

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Listing Courtesy of Carey Giampa, LLC/Seabrook Beach

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