53 Pray St

Portsmouth, NH 03801

$3,900,000
Last Sold Price
3
Beds
1,884 Sq. Ft.
$2,070 / Sq. Ft.
1,884
Sq. Ft.
$2,070
per Sq. Ft.
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Closed 1/10/25Virtual Tour
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Description

Rare opportunity to own an authentic historic waterfront treasure, meticulously restored with true 18th-century finishes incorporating modern mechanics. Privately situated at the end of a small street along Portsmouth’s working waterfront in the South End neighborhood, bring your boat or launch kayaks & paddle boards & watch the July 4th fireworks, from your own tidal dock. The 400 SF seasonal boat house/guest house with bath hangs over the water & has commanding views to delight guests. Marvel at...Rare opportunity to own an authentic historic waterfront treasure, meticulously restored with true 18th-century finishes incorporating modern mechanics. Privately situated at the end of a small street along Portsmouth’s working waterfront in the South End neighborhood, bring your boat or launch kayaks & paddle boards & watch the July 4th fireworks, from your own tidal dock. The 400 SF seasonal boat house/guest house with bath hangs over the water & has commanding views to delight guests. Marvel at the sunlight dancing & the moonlight shimmering off the water from the views in every room! The flexible floor plan offers various entertaining spaces plus a first-floor bedroom/bath option. A comprehensive to the studs’ renovation in 2011; no detail has been untouched or overlooked from the hand plastered walls & ceilings, the 10’ fireplace (one of 4) with 18th C. lintels & stone hearths, all flooring & staircase replaced, to the “Portsmouth” door with Rams Horn & pintle hinges. Modern conveniences include a new high-end heating system, central air, Viking & Miele appliances & Waterworks plumbing fixtures throughout including a brass soaking tub. Sip your morning coffee on the covered porch, an evening beverage on the waterfront deck or relax in the peaceful Zen Garden. Take advantage of downtown with award-winning restaurants, shops, galleries, theaters & music venues only a few blocks away. A detached garage plus off-street parking, this is a once in a lifetime opportunity!
  1. Listed by Liz Levey-Pruyn • The Aland Realty Group

Sold By Great Island Realty LLC

Property Details for 53 Pray Street

Parking
Auto Open, Driveway, Garage, Off Street, Parking Spaces 3, Detached
Water Body Type
River
Water View
Yes
Waterfront Property
Yes
Zoning
WB
LISTING UPDATED: 01/10/2025 05:27 PM

Property Details for 53 Pray Street

StatusClosed
MLS #5001727
Days on Market9
Taxes$19,779 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family
Year Built1750
Lot Size0.10 AC / 4,356 SF
CountyRockingham County
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Building Information for 53 Pray Street

Stories1Year Built1750Building Size-Lot Size0.10 AC / 4,356 SF

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$19,434

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Property Information for 53 Pray Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Portsmouth
  • County: NH-Rockingham
  • Directions: From Marcy Street, turn onto Pray Street. Property is the last home on your left. Pray Street is a no outlet street with no parking on either side.
  • Latitude: 43.072041325266781
  • Longitude: -70.748976542327895
  • Road Frontage: Yes
  • Seasonal: No
  • State: NH
  • Street Designation: Street
  • Map: 102
  • Zip Code: 03801
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Taxes TBD: No
School Information
  • School - High: Portsmouth High School
  • School - District: Portsmouth
  • School - Elementary: Little Harbor School
  • School - Middle/Jr: Portsmouth Middle School
Parking
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Capacity: 1.00
  • Driveway: Brick/Pavers
Property
Lot Information
  • Block: 0
  • Lot: 40
  • Lot - Sqft: 4356.0
  • Lot Features: City Lot, Landscaped, Level, River Frontage, View, Water View, Waterfront, Near Shopping
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1
  • Road Frontage Length: 68.0
  • Square Feet Apx Finished Above Grade: 1884.0
  • 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: 2870.0
  • Square Feet Apx Total Finished: 1884.0
  • Square Feet Apx Unfinished Above Grade: 0.0
  • Square Feet Apx Unfinished AG Source: Public Records
  • Square Feet Apx Unfinished Below Grade: 986.0
  • Square Feet Apx Unfinished BG Source: Public Records
  • Water Body Access: Yes
  • Water Body Name: Piscataqua River
  • Waterfront Property Rights: Exclusively Owned
Property and Assessments
  • Property Class: Residential
  • Property Type: Single Family
  • Construction Status: Existing
  • Flood Zone: Yes
  • Foundation: Brick, Other, Stone
  • PreConstruction: No
  • Surveyed: Unknown
  • Water Body Restrictions: Unknown
  • Year Built: 1750
Utilities
  • Electric: 200 Amp, Circuit Breaker(s)
  • Sewer: Public
  • Water Source: Public
  • Utilities: Cable, Gas - Underground
  • Water Access Details: Directly Adjoining, Dock Access, Shared-Private
  • Internet: Internet - Cable
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Wood Frame, Clapboard Exterior
  • Features - Exterior: Boat Slip/Dock, Boat House, Deck, Fence - Partial, Garden Space, Guest House, Hot Tub, Natural Shade, Patio, Porch - Covered, Private Dock
  • Roof: Shingle - Wood
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Range Hood, Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Washer, Warming Drawer
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Access Type: Interior
  • Basement Description: Bulkhead, Concrete, Concrete Floor, Full, Interior Access, Stairs - Basement, Stairs - Interior, Sump Pump, Unfinished
  • Baths - Total: 4
  • Baths - Full: 1
  • Half Baths: 1
  • One Quarter Baths: 0
  • Three Quarter Bath: 2
  • Rooms - Total: 7
  • Rooms: Level 1: Level 1: Bedroom, Level 1: Den, Level 1: Dining Room, Level 1: Kitchen, Level 1: Living Room
  • Rooms: Level 2: Level 2: Bedroom, Level 2: Primary Bdm Ste
  • Bedrooms - Total: 3
  • Equipment: Generator - Standby
  • Features - Interior: Ceiling Fan, Dining Area, Fireplace - Wood, Fireplaces - 3+, Hearth, Primary BR w/ BA, Natural Woodwork, Soaking Tub, Walk-in Closet, Walk-in Pantry, Laundry - 1st Floor
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Direct Vent, Hot Water, In Floor, Multi Zone
  • Cooling: Central AC
  • Total Stories: 1.75
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Dimensions: 13'5 x 17'1
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 2
  • Room Dimensions: 11'6 x 11'4
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 3
  • Room Dimensions: 12'2 x 7'6
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 4
  • Room Dimensions: 13'5 x 12'7
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 5
  • Room Dimensions: 11'6 x 13'3
  • Room Level: 1
  • Room Type: Den
Room 6
  • Room Dimensions: 19'4 x 11'4
  • Room Level: 2
  • Room Type: Primary BR Suite
Room 7
  • Room Dimensions: 13' x 12'11
  • Room Level: 2
  • Room Type: Bedroom

Property History for 53 Pray Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 10, 2025

Sold

New England Real Estate Network #5001727

$3,900,000—
Jan 7, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1548942421

$3,900,000—
Jul 22, 2024

Pending

New England Real Estate Network #5001727

—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/10/2025

Sold

New England Real Estate Network #5001727

$3,900,000
01/07/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1548942421

$3,900,000
07/22/2024

Pending

New England Real Estate Network #5001727

—

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Public Records for 53 Pray Street

Taxable ValueLand$945,500Additions$1,421,200Total$2,366,700
Tax Record2025$27,241 ($2,270 / month)
Home Facts
Baths3.5Total Finished SqFt1,884 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,884 SqFtStories2Lot Size4,356 SqFtStyleMulti-Family Dwelling (2-4)Year Built1750ZoningWBCountyROCKINGHAMAPNPRSM M:0102 B:0040 L:Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 53 Pray 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

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