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Listed by Patrick Carey of Carey Giampa,LLC/Seabrook Beach (Cell: 603-583-1000)
Distinguished 1814 brick townhome in the heart of historic downtown Portsmouth offering a rare blend of luxury, flexibility, and long-term investment value. Enjoy iconic views of the Piscataqua River, Prescott Park, and Strawbery Banke Museum-just steps from Market Square, the waterfront, renowned dining, boutiques, and cultural attractions. The ground floor, currently commercial with soaring 10' ceilings, offers exceptional potential for conversion to high-end residential or continued mixed-use, opening to a private pocket garden/courtyard and shared one-car parking. Upper levels provide refined living spaces with exposed brick and beams, Rumford-style wood-burning fireplace, formal living and dining areas, solarium with park and river views, private deck for outdoor entertaining, and multiple flexible-use rooms ideal for bedrooms or offices. The fourth floor features two bedrooms with custom built-ins and a tiled three-quarter bath. Full basement with ample storage and second washer/dryer hookup. Retain mixed-use income potential or create a full four-story luxury residence totaling up to 2,982 SF-an exceptionally rare offering in downtown Portsmouth. Great opportunity to purchase and entire building in one of the most central locations that this city has to offer. Under an hour from Boston's Logan International Airport. Unit offers a rented garage and a rear pocket garden that may also be capable of parking a very small car onsite with modifications.Offered below city assessment, presenting outstanding value in one of New Hampshire's most sought-after waterfront cities.

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Tax Information

  • Tax Year2025

Location

  • Building Number36
  • StreetState Street
  • TownPortsmouth
  • StateNH
  • Zip03801
  • CountyRockingham
  • DistrictPortsmouth
  • Elementary SchoolLittle Harbor School
  • Junior HighPortsmouth Middle School
  • High SchoolPortsmouth High School
  • Map105
  • Flood Zone Y/NNo
  • Address36 State Street

Interior

  • Interior FeaturesWood Fireplace,3+ Fireplaces, In-Law Suite, Kitchen Island, Kitchen/Dining, Living/Dining,2nd Floor Laundry, Common Heating/Cooling
  • Room 1 TypeFamily Room
  • Room 1 Level2
  • Room 1 Dimensions17'6"x13'7"
  • FloorsCarpet, Hardwood, Softwood, Tile
  • Room 2 TypeOffice/Study
  • Room 2 Level2
  • Room 2 Dimensions13'3"x8'9"
  • Room 3 TypeSunroom
  • Room 3 Level2
  • Room 4 TypeBathroom Full
  • Room 4 Level3
  • Room 5 TypeEat-in Kitchen
  • Room 5 Level3
  • Room 5 Dimensions17'0"x14'4"
  • Stories4
  • Room 6 TypeLiving/Dining
  • Room 6 Level3
  • Room 7 TypeDining Room
  • Room 7 Level3
  • Room 7 Dimensions17'3"x14'0"
  • Room 8 TypePrimary Bedroom
  • Room 8 Level4
  • Room 8 Dimensions13'4"x11'9"
  • Room 9 TypeBedroom
  • Room 9 Level4
  • Room 9 Dimensions15'0"x11'9"
  • Room 10 TypeBathroom Three Quarter
  • Room 10 Level4

Parking

  • Parking Spaces
  • GarageNo
  • Parking DescriptionGarage, Leased, Off Premises, Parking Spaces 1

Building

  • Year Built1850
  • Building ConstructionPost and Beam, Wood Frame, Brick Exterior
  • ConstructionExisting
  • Property StyleEnd Row, Townhouse
  • Bedrooms2
  • Bathroom2
  • Total Baths2
  • 3/4 Baths1
  • Total Rooms7
  • Square Feet2,982
  • APX Unfin Below Grade816
  • BasementConcrete Floor, Interior Stairs, Storage Space, Unfinished, Interior Access
  • FoundationBrick, Concrete, Fieldstone

Exterior

  • Exterior FeaturesDeck, Screened Porch
  • Exterior Colorbrick
  • RoofAsphalt Shingle

Amenities

  • AmenitiesHardwired Smoke Detector
  • PricePerSqFt754.19

Water Body

  • Water Body NamePiscataqua River
  • Water Body TypeRiver
  • Water AccessShared
  • Water ViewYes
  • Water Access DetailsCross a Street to Access, Dock Access, Seasonal Access Only

Other

  • SeasonalNo
  • Foot Print Dim18x48x16x48
  • Page1841
  • Date Listed01/27/2026
  • View Count1

Rooms

  • Full Bath1

Basic Information

  • MLS Number5075026
  • MLS StatusActive
  • Virtual TourView Tour
  • StatusACT
  • Property TypeSingle Family
  • List Price$2,249,000
  • Listing Agent NamePatrick Carey
  • Broker NameCarey Giampa, LLC/Seabrook Beach

Property

  • Acreage0.03
  • Lot DescriptionWater View, In Town, Near Shopping
  • AreaNH-Rockingham
  • DrivewayCommon/Shared
  • RoadsPaved, Public
  • Road Frontage18
  • Suitable Use Land Type FarmsCommercial, Residential

Utilities

  • Heat SystemNatural Gas, Hot Air, Multi Zone
  • WaterMetered, Public Water On-Site
  • SewerPublic
  • Electric200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breaker(s)
  • UtilitiesCable at Site, Gas On-Site, Underground Gas, Telephone at Site

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