Last Sold Price
5 beds3,034 sqft$273/sqft
420 Central Rd, Rye, NH 03870

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.
LISTING CLOSED: 08/25/2017 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Alyson Mueller • Bean Group / Portsmouth

Sold By Coldwell Banker Realty Portsmouth NH

Property Details for 420 Central Road

Status
MLS #
4633918
Days on Market
56
Taxes
$7,952 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family
Year Built
1773
Lot Size
1.39 AC / 60,548 SF
Parking
Driveway, Parking Spaces 4, Paved
Zoning
SRES

Location

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Building Information for 420 Central Road

Stories3Year Built1773Building Size-Lot Size1.39 AC / 60,548 SF

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$4,871 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$4,209

Property Taxes

$663

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 420 Central Road

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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Public Records for 420 Central Road

Taxable ValueLand$467,700Additions$644,700Total$1,112,400
Tax Record2025$9,311 ($776 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt3,034 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,034 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt1,092 SqFtStories2Lot Size60,548 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1773Year Renovated2007ZoningSRESCountyROCKINGHAMAPNRYEE 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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