This historic 18th century home features three fireplaces, exposed brickwork, hand-hewn beams, raised paneling and pocket shutters. The kitchen with soapstone sink connects to the rest of the home, creating a circular flow around the center chimney - perfect for entertaining. The 9-panel front door opens to a dramatic “good morning staircase” with beautiful exposed brick. The home was re-plumbed, rewired, insulated & more. The original beams and subfloor were modernized and concrete footings were added to help avoid some of the pitfalls of antique homes. The dry basement has a partial slab and new forced hot air furnace. Upstairs you’ll find a primary bedroom with large closet & en-suite bath featuring a washer & dryer. Another full bath & bedroom complete the second floor. On the third floor you’ll find two more cozy bedrooms with exposed beams. 28 Whidden boasts two driveways - a rarity in the South End! Out back you’ll find a fenced yard. The former garage was converted to a summer room/studio—it’s ready to be revived or converted back to a garage. This house is a testament to period architecture. It has been taken care of for the past 35 years by a well known local historian and is ready for its next caretaker. Homes are rarely available on this quiet dead-end street which has access to South Mill Pond and is a short walk to all that downtown Portsmouth has to offer. This is your chance to own a piece of history in Portsmouth’s highly desirable South End!
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Listed by:
Jon McCormack,
Duston Leddy Real Estate Cell:603-661-7830,
Jason Hackler,
Duston Leddy Real Estate
$1,300,000
28 Whidden Street, Portsmouth, NH 03801
4beds
1,491sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1780
2,614 sqft lot
$1,300,300 Zestimate®
$872/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: May 12, 2025 at 10:57am
Listed by:
Jon McCormack,
Duston Leddy Real Estate Cell:603-661-7830,
Jason Hackler,
Duston Leddy Real Estate
Bought with:
Carrie Barron
Duston Leddy Real Estate
Source: PrimeMLS,MLS#: 5028406

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Laundry - 2nd Floor
Features
- Natural Light, Natural Woodwork, Soaking Tub
- Flooring: Hardwood, Softwood
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Basement: Concrete Floor,Crawl Space,Gravel,Unfinished,Interior Access,Interior Entry
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Fireplaces - 3+
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,491
- Total interior livable area: 1,491 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,491
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Brick/Pavers, Gravel, Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Bathroom w/Tub, No Stairs from Parking
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Exterior features: Garden Space, ROW to Water
- Fencing: Partial
Lot
- Size: 2,614 sqft
- Features: City Lot, In Town
Details
- Additional structures: Outbuilding
- Parcel number: PRSMM0102B0064L
- Zoning description: GRB
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Antique
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Timber Frame, Wood Frame
- Foundation: Concrete, Stone, Stone w/ Skim Coating
- Roof: Shingle - Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1780
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Utilities for property: Other
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Portsmouth
Services availability

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