Closed
Last Sold Price
$828,000
5 beds3,034 sqft

420 Central Rd, Rye, NH 03870

Single FamilyProperty Type
1.39 acresLot Size
1773Year Built
$273/sq ftPrice per sq ft
4 carsParking Spaces

Description

Located in the heart of Rye & just a short walk to the beach, this remarkably restored center chimney Colonial honors the past while offering the best in modern conveniences. Unlike many antique homes, this beauty offers a comfortable open concept feel, making the large living room & kitchen area the heart of this home. Hosting large gatherings is a breeze in this home. The kitchen is thoughtfully & tastefully updated with custom cherry cabinets, granite counters, SS appliance, center island with...Located in the heart of Rye & just a short walk to the beach, this remarkably restored center chimney Colonial honors the past while offering the best in modern conveniences. Unlike many antique homes, this beauty offers a comfortable open concept feel, making the large living room & kitchen area the heart of this home. Hosting large gatherings is a breeze in this home. The kitchen is thoughtfully & tastefully updated with custom cherry cabinets, granite counters, SS appliance, center island with additional sink & 1 of 4 wood-working fireplaces. Off the back of the kitchen is a warm, bright space, ideal for playroom or casual family room. Just through the kitchen is the formal dining room, where you can easily imagine cozy family gatherings by a warm fire. 2nd floor currently set up as 3 bedrooms plus office with custom mahogany built-ins which could easily be used as another bedroom, depending on your needs. The master bedroom has the most amazing view of the lush & colorful landscape in the backyard, an amazing way to start your day! 3rd floor could be used as 2 bedrooms or guest space/home office. Plenty of light floods this area of the home so the cozy window seat may become your own private sanctuary. If you like to garden or entertain outdoors, look no further. Off the back family room is a brick patio & very mature hedge, offering total privacy. Lush, mature gardens are plentiful & colorful, the yard is spacious & level, all beautifully sited on nearly 1.5 acres.

    Sold By Coldwell Banker Realty Portsmouth NH

    • Listed by: Alyson Mueller • Bean Group / Portsmouth
    Listing closed: 08/25/2017 12:00 AM • Source: New England Real Estate Network, MLS#: 4633918
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    Median sold price

    $1,200,000

    Avg days on market

    64

    Sale-to-list ratio

    87.6%

    Rye, NH

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    Principal and Interest

    $4,420

    Property Taxes

    $663

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    Property Information for 420 Central Road

    Property Details

    • Taxes: $7,952 / year
    • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family
    • Parking: Driveway, Parking Spaces 4, Paved
    • Zoning: SRES

    Building Information

    • Stories: 3
    • Year Built: 1773
    • Lot Size: 1.39 AC / 60,548 SF

    Summary

    Location and General Information
    • City: Rye
    • County: NH-Rockingham
    • Directions: From the Portsmouth Traffic Circle take Route 1 South, turn left onto Lang Rd, then Right onto Washington, and then a slight left onto Central.
    • Road Frontage: Yes
    • Seasonal: No
    • State: NH
    • Street Designation: Road
    • Map: 081
    • Zip: 03870
    Taxes and HOA Information
    • Tax - Gross Amount: $7,951.50
    • Tax Year: 2016
    • Tax Year Notes: 2016
    • Taxes TBD: No
    School Information
    • School - High: Portsmouth High School
    • School - District: Portsmouth
    • School - Elementary: Rye Elementary School
    • School - Middle/Jr: Rye Junior High School
    Parking
    • Garage: No
    • Driveway: Paved
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    Lot Information
    • Block: 0
    • Lot: 7
    • Lot - Sqft: 60548.0
    • Lot Size Acres: 1.39
    • Road Frontage Length: 160.0
    • Square Feet Apx Finished Above Grade: 3034.0
    • 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: 4126.0
    • Square Feet Apx Total Finished: 3034.0
    • Square Feet Apx Unfinished Above Grade: 0.0
    • Square Feet Apx Unfinished AG Source: Public Records
    • Square Feet Apx Unfinished Below Grade: 1092.0
    • Square Feet Apx Unfinished BG Source: Public Records
    Property and Assessments
    • Assessment Amount: $706,800
    • Assessment Year: 2016
    • Property Class: Residential
    • Property Type: Single Family
    • Flood Zone: Unknown
    • Foundation: Granite, Stone
    • PreConstruction: No
    • Surveyed: Unknown
    • Year Built: 1773
    Utilities
    • Electric Company: Eversource
    • Fuel Company: Rye Energy & Lampry Energ
    • Electric: 200 Amp, Generator
    • Sewer: Leach Field, Septic

    Interior and Exterior Features

    Exterior Features
    • Color: Beige
    • Association Amenities: Landscaping
    • Features - Exterior: Garden Space, Outbuilding, Patio, Shed
    • Roads: Paved, Public
    • Roof: Shingle - Asphalt
    Interior Features
    • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Exhaust Hood, Microwave, Mini Fridge, Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Washer, Stove - Gas
    • Basement: Yes
    • Basement Access Type: Walk-up
    • Basement Description: Bulkhead, Dirt, Stairs - Interior, Storage Space, Unfinished
    • Baths - Total: 3
    • Baths - Full: 2
    • Half Baths: 1
    • One Quarter Baths: 0
    • Three Quarter Bath: 0
    • Rooms - Total: 10
    • Rooms: Level 1: Level 1: Dining Room, Level 1: Family Room, Level 1: Kitchen, Level 1: Living Room
    • Rooms: Level 2: Level 2: Bedroom, Level 2: Master Bedroom, Level 2: Office/Study
    • Rooms: Level 3: Level 3: Bedroom
    • Bedrooms - Total: 5
    • Equipment: CO Detector, Irrigation System, Security System, Smoke Detectr-HrdWrdw/Bat
    • Features - Interior: Attic, Cathedral Ceiling, Cedar Closet, Dining Area, Fireplace - Wood, Fireplaces - 3+, Hearth, Kitchen Island, Master BR w/ BA, Natural Woodwork, Skylight, Soaking Tub, Vaulted Ceiling, Walk-in Closet, Laundry - 1st Floor
    • Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
    • Heat Fuel: Oil, Wood
    • Heating: Baseboard, Direct Vent, Forced Air, Hot Water
    • Cooling: Central AC
    • Total Stories: 3

    Room Information

    Room 1
    • Room Dimensions: 31x12
    • Room Level: 1
    • Room Type: Kitchen
    Room 2
    • Room Dimensions: 15x14
    • Room Level: 1
    • Room Type: Dining Room
    Room 3
    • Room Dimensions: 16x16
    • Room Level: 1
    • Room Type: Living Room
    Room 4
    • Room Dimensions: 24x11
    • Room Level: 1
    • Room Type: Family Room
    Room 5
    • Room Dimensions: 20x11
    • Room Level: 2
    • Room Type: Office/Study
    Room 6
    • Room Dimensions: 11x17
    • Room Level: 2
    • Room Type: Master Bedroom
    Room 7
    • Room Dimensions: 15x16
    • Room Level: 2
    • Room Type: Bedroom
    Room 8
    • Room Dimensions: 14x15
    • Room Level: 2
    • Room Type: Bedroom
    Room 9
    • Room Dimensions: 15x11
    • Room Level: 3
    • Room Type: Bedroom
    Room 10
    • Room Dimensions: 14.5x11.5
    • Room Level: 3
    • Room Type: Bedroom

    Property History for 420 Central Road

    DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
    Aug 25, 2017

    Sold (Public Record)

    Public Record #604604023

    $828,000

    +4.6% / yr

    Aug 25, 2017

    Sold

    New England Real Estate Network #4633918

    $828,000
    —
    Jul 10, 2017

    Pending

    New England Real Estate Network #4633918

    —
    —
    DateEvent & SourcePrice
    08/25/2017

    Sold (Public Record)

    Public Record #604604023

    $828,000

    +4.6% / yr

    08/25/2017

    Sold

    New England Real Estate Network #4633918

    $828,000
    07/10/2017

    Pending

    New England Real Estate Network #4633918

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

    Public Records for 420 Central Road

    Taxable Value

    Land

    $467,700

    Additions

    $644,700
    Total$1,112,400

    Tax Record

    2025

    $9,311 ($776 / month)

    Home Facts

    Beds

    5

    Baths

    2.5

    Total Finished SqFt

    3,034 SqFt

    Above Grade Finished SqFt

    3,034 SqFt

    Unfinished Basement SqFt

    1,092 SqFt

    Stories

    2

    Lot Size

    60,548 SqFt

    Style

    Single Family Residence

    Year Built

    1773

    Year Renovated

    2007

    Zoning

    SRES

    County

    ROCKINGHAM

    APN

    RYEE M:081 B:007

    Schools near 420 Central Road

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

    Rye Elementary School
    PublicPK 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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    Nearby home values

    AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
    This home: 420 Central Road, Rye, NH 03870
    $828,000
    5
    3,034
    60,548
    $1,450,000
    2
    3,195
    87,120
    –
    5
    3.5
    3,449
    858,132
    $885,000
    4
    3,020
    23,958
    $550,000
    4
    –
    –
    196,020
    $3,000,000
    5
    3,609
    689,990

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