540 Ocean Road

Closed 2/25/26
Closed 2/25/26
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Sold
Last Sold Price
$780,000
3 beds1,860 sqft$419/sqft
540 Ocean Rd, Portsmouth, NH 03801
Single FamilyProperty Type
1 acresLot Size
1782Year Built
$419/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

New price-exceptional value on the seacoast! Now offered at $795,000, this circa -1782 antique farmhouse presents a rare opportunity to own a piece of history on a full acre just minutes from downtown Portsmouth, Atlantic coastline and New Hampshire Seacoast Greenway. Rich in character and timeless appeal, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath home blends authentic period details with everyday livability. Wide pine floors and handcrafted woodwork, speak to the home's historic roots, while sun-filled living spaces...New price-exceptional value on the seacoast! Now offered at $795,000, this circa -1782 antique farmhouse presents a rare opportunity to own a piece of history on a full acre just minutes from downtown Portsmouth, Atlantic coastline and New Hampshire Seacoast Greenway. Rich in character and timeless appeal, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath home blends authentic period details with everyday livability. Wide pine floors and handcrafted woodwork, speak to the home's historic roots, while sun-filled living spaces and a functional layout offer comfort and flexibility for modern life. The detached two-car garage provides excellent storage or workshop potential. Outdoors, enjoy a private yard with mature landscaping, a brick patio, pergola with established grapevines, and a fire pit-ideal for entertaining, gardening, or a quiet evening at home. The expansive lot offers space rarely found this close to Portsmouth's vibrant downtown, beaches, dining, and shopping. With it's improved price, generous acreage, and irreplaceable charm, 540 Ocean Road represents outstanding value in today's market. A unique opportunity for buyers seeking character, land, and location-now more attainable than ever. Schedule your showing today and experience the possibilities.

    Sold By The Gove Group Real Estate, LLC

    • Listed by: Jennifer Philbrick • The Gove Group Real Estate, LLC
    Listing closed: 02/25/2026 12:00 AM • Source: New England Real Estate Network, MLS#: 5067095

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    Property Information for 540 Ocean Road

    Property Details
    • Taxes: $9,087 / year
    • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family
    • County: Rockingham County
    • Development / Subdivision: yes
    • Water View: No
    • Waterfront Property: No
    • Zoning: SRA
    Building Information
    • Stories: 2
    • Year Built: 1782
    • Lot Size: 1.00 AC / 43,560 SF
    Summary
    Location and General Information
    • City: Portsmouth
    • County: NH-Rockingham
    • Directions: 95S Take exit 3B onto 33 toward Greenland, Portsmouth 0.3 mi Turn left onto Greenland Rd 0.9 mi Turn left onto Ocean Rd 0.8 mi Turn left 60 ft arrive at destination 95N Take exit 3 Turn left onto Greenland Rd Turn left onto Ocean Rd 0.8 mi Turn left 60 ft arrive at destination
    • Latitude: 43.034845662349134
    • Longitude: -70.808382916488625
    • Road Frontage: Yes
    • Seasonal: No
    • State: NH
    • Street Designation: Road
    • Map: 0283
    • Zip Code: 03801
    Taxes and HOA Information
    • Tax Rate: 11.18%
    • Tax Year: 2024
    • Taxes TBD: No
    Parking
    • Garage: Yes
    • Garage Capacity: 2.00
    • Driveway: Paved
    Property
    Lot Information
    • Block: 0019
    • Footprint: 34 x 35
    • Lot: 0001
    • Lot Features: Corner, Country Setting, Subdivision, Abuts Conservation
    • Lot Size Acres: 1.0
    • Road Frontage Length: 444.0
    • Water Body Access: No
    • Total Finished Area: 1860.0
    • Above Grade Finished Area: 1860.0
    • Above Grade Finished Area Source: Public Records
    • Above Grade Unfinished Area: 0.0
    • AboveGradeUnfinishedAreaSource: Public Records
    • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
    • Below Grade Finished Area Source: Public Records
    • Below Grade Unfinished Area: 674.0
    • BelowGradeUnfinishedAreaSource: Public Records
    • Lot Size Square Feet: 43560.0
    • Total Area: 2534.0
    Property and Assessments
    • Current Use: No
    • Assessment Amount: $812,800
    • Assessment Year: 2024
    • Condo Name: none
    • Property Class: Residential
    • Property Type: Single Family
    • Easements: Yes
    • Flood Zone: No
    • Owned Land: Yes
    • PreConstruction: No
    • Surveyed: Yes
    • Year Built: 1782
    • School District: Portsmouth
    • High School: Portsmouth High School
    • Middle/Jr School: Portsmouth Middle School
    • Elementary School: Mary C. Dondero Elementary
    Utilities
    • Electric Company: Eversource
    • Cable Company: N/A
    • Fuel Company: Unitil
    • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
    • Sewer: Septic
    • Water Source: Public
    • Utilities: Cable Available, Gas at Street, Phone, Telephone Available, Underground Gas
    • Internet: Fixed Wireless Internet
    Interior and Exterior Features
    Exterior Features
    • Color: Cream
    • Construction Materials: Wood Frame
    • Roof: Architectural Shingle
    Interior Features
    • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Stove
    • Basement: Yes
    • Basement Access Type: Walkout
    • Basement Description: Concrete Floor, Sump Pump, Unfinished, Walkout
    • Rooms: Level 1: Level 1: Dining Room, Level 1: Kitchen/Dining, Level 1: Living Room
    • Rooms: Level 2: Level 2: Bedroom
    • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Softwood
    • Heating: Natural Gas, Hot Air
    • Cooling: None
    • Total Stories: 2
    • Rooms Total: 6
    • Bathrooms Full: 1
    • Bathrooms Half: 0
    • Bathrooms One Quarter: 0
    • Bathrooms Three Quarter: 1
    • Bedrooms Total: 3
    • Bathrooms Total: 2
    Room Information
    Room 1
    • Room Dimensions: 13 x 14
    • Room Level: 1
    • Room Type: Living Room
    Room 2
    • Room Dimensions: 15 x 18
    • Room Level: 1
    • Room Type: Kitchen/Dining
    Room 3
    • Room Dimensions: 13 x 14
    • Room Level: 1
    • Room Type: Dining Room
    Room 4
    • Room Dimensions: 13 x 14
    • Room Level: 2
    • Room Type: Bedroom
    Room 5
    • Room Dimensions: 13 x 14
    • Room Level: 2
    • Room Type: Bedroom
    Room 6
    • Room Dimensions: 9 x 10
    • Room Level: 2
    • Room Type: Bedroom

    Property History for 540 Ocean Road

    DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
    Feb 25, 2026

    Sold (Public Record)

    Public Record #1930713465

    		$780,000—
    Feb 25, 2026

    Sold

    New England Real Estate Network #5067095

    		$780,000—
    Feb 6, 2026

    Pending

    New England Real Estate Network #5067095

    		—
    DateEvent & SourcePrice
    02/25/2026

    Sold (Public Record)

    Public Record #1930713465

    $780,000
    02/25/2026

    Sold

    New England Real Estate Network #5067095

    $780,000
    02/06/2026

    Pending

    New England Real Estate Network #5067095

    —

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

    Public Records for 540 Ocean Road

    Taxable ValueLand$330,300Additions$482,500Total$812,800
    Tax Record2025$9,355 ($780 / month)
    Home Facts
    Beds3Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,860 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,860 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt674 SqFtStories2Lot Size43,560 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2000Year Renovated2000ZoningSRACountyROCKINGHAMAPNPRSM M:0283 B:0019 L:1

    Schools near 540 Ocean Road

    This home is within Portsmouth School District.
    Rating
    School
    Type
    Grades
    Distance
    Mary C. Dondero Elementary School
    		Public - K to 5
    Portsmouth Middle School
    		Public - 6 to 8
    Portsmouth High School
    		Public - 9 to 13
    Rating
    School
    Distance
    Mary C. Dondero Elementary School
    PublicK to 5

    Portsmouth Middle School
    Public6 to 8

    Portsmouth High School
    Public9 to 13

    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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