Commanding one of the most iconic oceanfront vantage points along New Hampshire’s seacoast, this is a rare offering in the heart of exclusive RyeBeach. From its elevated position, the residence unveils uninterrupted panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean, stretching from the golden sands of Jenness Beach, across the Isles of Shoals, and southward to the distant silhouette of Cape Ann. Situated along the shoreline and minutes from Abenaqui Country Club, the location combines the relaxed beach life with the distinction of a Rye Beach address. Here, early mornings can be spent with coffee in hand as the sun rises over the Atlantic, afternoons enjoyed on the links or the sand, and evenings gathered on the porch watching sailboats on the horizon. The home itself offers a gracious footprint and endless possibilities, whether you envision enhancing the current design or shaping a coastal estate that fully embraces its unrivaled views. Rarely does a property unite such natural beauty with such potential, making it equally appealing as a year-round residence, a summer retreat, or a multi-generational legacy home. Located just minutes from the cultural and dining scene of Portsmouth, with easy access to Boston and Portland, 1 South Road embodies the best of New England’s coastal lifestyle. Here is a once-in-a-generation chance to claim a front-row seat to New Hampshire’s most breathtaking ocean views.
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Listed by: Tate & Foss Sotheby's International Rlty
Price cut: $200K (5/16)
$6,750,000
1 South Road, Rye, NH 03870
4beds
3,250sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1890
0.44 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$2,077/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Elevated positionGracious footprint
- 46 days |
- 2,071 |
- 51 |
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Listed by:
Sean Fellows,
Tate & Foss Sotheby's International Rlty 603-964-8028
Source: PrimeMLS,MLS#: 5082763
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Propane, Oil, Radiator
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Gas Stove, Gas Water Heater
Features
- Dining Area, Kitchen/Living, Natural Light, Natural Woodwork
- Flooring: Hardwood, Wood
- Basement: Concrete,Dirt,Interior Stairs,Interior Access,Exterior Entry,Basement Stairs,Interior Entry
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: 1 Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,576
- Total interior livable area: 3,250 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,250
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Dirt, On Site
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered Porch
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: Beach Access
- Body of water: Atlantic Ocean
Lot
- Size: 0.44 Acres
- Features: Corner Lot, Level, Open Lot, Sidewalks, Views, Near Country Club, Near Golf Course
Details
- Parcel number: RYEEM002B045
- Zoning description: SRES
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Concrete
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1890
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Utilities for property: Cable
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Battery Smoke Detector
Location
- Region: Rye
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $2,077/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $3,483,000
- Annual tax amount: $32,008
- Date on market: 4/9/2026
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/16/2026 | Price change | $6,750,000-2.9%$2,077/sqft |
Source:  PrimeMLS #5082763 Report a problem | ||
| 4/9/2026 | Listed for sale | $6,950,000-4.1%$2,138/sqft |
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| 1/19/2026 | Listing removed | $7,250,000$2,231/sqft |
Source: PrimeMLS #5062468 Report a problem | ||
| 11/3/2025 | Price change | $7,250,000-3.3%$2,231/sqft |
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| 9/22/2025 | Listed for sale | $7,500,000$2,308/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $30,163 +7.8% | $3,483,000 |
| 2023 | $27,968 +15% | $3,483,000 |
| 2022 | $24,311 +0.7% | $3,483,000 +47.4% |
| 2020 | $24,148 | $2,362,800 |
| 2019 | $24,148 +1.1% | $2,362,800 |
| 2018 | $23,888 | $2,362,800 |
| 2017 | $23,888 +5.5% | $2,362,800 +11.5% |
| 2016 | $22,641 +18.4% | $2,119,900 +21.6% |
| 2013 | $19,127 +33.4% | $1,743,600 +21.5% |
| 2010 | $14,337 -8.5% | $1,435,100 -11.8% |
| 2008 | $15,661 +18.7% | $1,628,000 +9.9% |
| 2007 | $13,195 | $1,480,900 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 03870
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Rye Junior High SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 2.6 mi
- 8/10Rye Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 3.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Rye Elementary School
- Middle: Rye Junior High School
- High: Portsmouth High School
- District: Rye
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