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.
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Listed by:
Jennifer M Philbrick,
The Gove Group Real Estate, LLC 603-778-6400
Price cut: $30K (1/5)
$795,000
540 Ocean Road, Portsmouth, NH 03801
3beds
1,860sqft
Est.:
Farm
Built in 1782
1 Acres Lot
$790,400 Zestimate®
$427/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Period detailSpacious roomsLarge open yardAcre of landFire pitHandcrafted woodworkPeaceful setting
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: January 24, 2026 at 11:08am
Listed by:
Jennifer M Philbrick,
The Gove Group Real Estate, LLC 603-778-6400
Source: PrimeMLS,MLS#: 5067095
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Natural Gas, Hot Air
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Stove
- Laundry: 1st Floor Laundry
Features
- Dining Area, Hearth, Kitchen/Dining
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Softwood
- Basement: Concrete Floor,Sump Pump,Unfinished,Walkout,Walk-Out Access
- Attic: Walk-up
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, 1 Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,534
- Total interior livable area: 1,860 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,860
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Paved, Auto Open, Garage, Parking Spaces 4, Detached
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio, Covered Porch
- Exterior features: Shed
- Fencing: Invisible Pet Fence,Partial
- Frontage length: Road frontage: 444
Lot
- Size: 1 Acres
- Features: Corner Lot, Country Setting, Subdivided, Abuts Conservation
Details
- Parcel number: PRSMM0283B0019L1
- Zoning description: SRA
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Farm
Materials
- Wood Frame
- Foundation: Concrete
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1782
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Utilities for property: Phone, Cable Available, Gas at Street, Underground Gas, Phone Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: yes
Location
- Region: Portsmouth
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $427/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $812,800
- Annual tax amount: $9,087
- Date on market: 10/24/2025
Estimated market value
$790,400
$751,000 - $830,000
$3,914/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/24/2026 | Listed for sale | $795,000$427/sqft |
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| 1/10/2026 | Contingent | $795,000$427/sqft |
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| 1/5/2026 | Price change | $795,000-3.6%$427/sqft |
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| 11/24/2025 | Price change | $825,000-2.9%$444/sqft |
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| 10/24/2025 | Listed for sale | $850,000+136.1%$457/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $9,087 +21% | $812,800 +74.6% |
| 2023 | $7,510 +6.1% | $465,600 |
| 2022 | $7,077 +3.4% | $465,600 |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$4,275/mo
Principal & interest
$3083
Property taxes
$914
Home insurance
$278
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 03801
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Mary C. Dondero Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 2 mi
- 7/10Portsmouth Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.6 mi
- 10/10Portsmouth High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Mary C. Dondero Elementary
- Middle: Portsmouth Middle School
- High: Portsmouth High School
- District: Portsmouth
Source: PrimeMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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