139 Thornton Street, Portsmouth, NH, 03801

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$779,000
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139 Thornton Street
Portsmouth, NH 03801

For Sale|Single Family Residence|Coming Soon
4
Beds
2
Total Baths
1
Full Bath
1
Partial Bath
1,896
SqFt
$411
/SqFt
1890
Built
County:
NH-Rockingham
Listing courtesy of Becky Vardell of The Aland Realty Group
Upcoming Open Houses
Fri, May 8, 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Sat, May 9, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Rich in character and timeless appeal, this stately New Englander located in the heart of Portsmouth’s desirable Creek neighborhood, offers classic charm and the perfect canvas for your vision. With a little TLC and thoughtful updates, this property can truly shine. Ideal for investors, renovators, or buyers looking to customize their dream home. The inviting wrap-around porch provides the perfect setting for morning coffee or unwinding at sunset. Inside, original details and solid craftsmanship have been preserved, showcasing the home’s exceptional bones. Highlights include a classic entryway with original newel post, high ceilings, a charming Kitchen with Butler’s Pantry, and a generously sized Dining Room with built-in hutch. A convenient three-quarter Bath completes the first floor. On the second level, you’ll find three Bedrooms and full bath. A versatile pass through room—ideal for a home office or writing nook—leads to a finished walk-up third floor with skylights, offering additional flexible living space. The full basement with walk-out provides ample storage, while the attached utility shed offers opportunity for potential garage with expansion above. Perfectly situated between Downtown and the West End, and just minutes from New Franklin Elementary and Pine Street Playground, this location offers both convenience and community. An excellent opportunity to restore and personalize a classic home in one of Portsmouth’s most vibrant neighborhoods. Showings begin at Open Houses, Friday 5/8, 3:30-5:30pm and Saturday, 5/9, 10am-12pm.

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Price 
$779,000
Days On Site 
0 Days
Bedrooms 
4
Inside Area (SqFt) 
1,896 sqft
Total Baths 
2
Full Baths 
1
Partial Baths 
1
Lot Size 
0.08 Acres
Year Built 
1890
MLS® Number 
5087045
Status 
Coming Soon
Property Tax 
$8,601
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
N/A
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
2 hours agoListing updated with changes from the MLS®
22 hours agoListing first seen on site
General Features
Acres 
0.08
Foundation 
Stone
Number Of Stories 
2
Parking 
Paved
Property Sub Type 
Single Family Residence
Security 
Smoke Detector(s)
Sewer 
Public Sewer
SqFt Above 
1896
SqFt Total 
3472
Style 
New Englander
Utilities 
Cable AvailableNatural Gas Available
Water Source 
Public
Zoning 
GRA
Interior Features
Appliances 
RefrigeratorWasherGas Cooktop
Basement 
FullUnfinishedInterior EntryWalk-Out Access
Electric 
100 Amp ServiceCircuit Breakers
Flooring 
HardwoodVinyl
Heating 
Oil
Interior 
Walk-In Closet(s)High Speed Internet
Window Features 
Skylight(s)
Bathroom 1 
Bathroom 2 
Bedroom 1 
Bedroom 2 
Bedroom 3 
Dining Room 
Finished Attic 
Kitchen 
Living Room 
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Exterior Features
Construction Details 
FrameAsbestos
Exterior 
Garden
Lot Features 
Corner Lot
Patio And Porch 
PorchCovered
Roof 
ShingleAsphalt
Windows/Doors 
Skylight(s)
Community Features
Community Features 
Street Lights
Roads 
Paved
School District 
Portsmouth
Schools
School District
Portsmouth
Elementary School
New Franklin School
Middle School
Portsmouth Middle School
High School
Portsmouth High School
Listing courtesy of Becky Vardell of The Aland Realty Group



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