One of Portsmouth’s rarest waterfront homes, fully remodeled and walkable to town.12 Ruth Street has over 3000 plus of livable space. This desirable .61-acre lot has unsurpassable views of Portsmouth water and skyscape. Situated on a low-trafficked dead-end street that ends at this home, and the conservation land surrounding it is a rare find indeed. The many windows and exterior decks will make you want to purchase binoculars or a telescope for your family's enjoyment of watching the water and land life. This estate-like home is simply magnificent. Current owners have replaced roof, added solar powered heat pumps and central air, replaced flooring and remodelled the entire home from top to bottom. They also added onto this already fabulous home with a new great room featuring vaulted ceilings and gas fireplace with views of the expansive yard. Upstairs, the primary suite offers sweeping water views, a private deck, a generous walk-in closet (25'2" x 13'10"), and a spa-style bath with a freestanding soaking tub. Four additional bedrooms with multiple bonus spaces ensure room for work, fitness, and relaxation. This truly is a once in a lifetime opportunity. The home is located outside of the FEMA flood zone and current owners have applied and are waiting for dock approval. Walk to Portsmouth's vibrant downtown and the West End from this well located location. A rare lot size in a downtown neighborhood. Showings are by appointment only.
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Listed by:
Candace Azotea,
Carey Giampa, LLC/Portsmouth Cell:603-502-5683,
Patrick Carey,
Carey Giampa, LLC/Seabrook Beach
Bought with: Keller Williams Realty-Metropolitan
$3,050,000
12 Ruth Street, Portsmouth, NH 03801
4beds
3,263sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1990
0.61 Acres Lot
$3,059,900 Zestimate®
$935/sqft
$6,349 Estimated rent
Home value
$3,059,900
$2.91M - $3.24M
$6,349/mo
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: December 08, 2025 at 07:56am
Listed by:
Candace Azotea,
Carey Giampa, LLC/Portsmouth Cell:603-502-5683,
Patrick Carey,
Carey Giampa, LLC/Seabrook Beach
Bought with:
Carol O'Donnell
Keller Williams Realty-Metropolitan
Source: PrimeMLS,MLS#: 5065648
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Heat Pump
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Wine Cooler
- Laundry: 1st Floor Laundry
Features
- Dining Area, Kitchen Island, Kitchen/Family, Living/Dining, Primary BR w/ BA, Natural Light
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas, Wood Burning, 3+ Fireplaces
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,263
- Total interior livable area: 3,263 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,263
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Gated, Paved, Garage, On Site, Parking Spaces 6+
- Garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: 1st Floor 1/2 Bathroom, 1st Floor Bedroom, Paved Parking, 1st Floor Laundry
Features
- Levels: 1.75
- Stories: 1
- Exterior features: Deck, ROW to Water
- Fencing: Full
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: Waterfront, Tidal
- Body of water: North Mill Pond
Lot
- Size: 0.61 Acres
- Features: Sidewalks, Views, Abuts Conservation, Neighborhood
Details
- Parcel number: PRSMM0143B0009L1
- Zoning description: GRA
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Clapboard Exterior
- Foundation: Concrete
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1990
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Utilities for property: Cable at Site, Gas On-Site
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Portsmouth
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/8/2025 | Sold | $3,050,000+2%$935/sqft |
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| 11/17/2025 | Contingent | $2,989,000$916/sqft |
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| 10/23/2025 | Price change | $2,989,000-3.6%$916/sqft |
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| 10/14/2025 | Listed for sale | $3,100,000+158.3%$950/sqft |
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| 12/1/2021 | Sold | $1,200,000-9.8%$368/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $16,360 +6.7% | $1,463,300 +54% |
| 2023 | $15,327 +12.6% | $950,200 +6.2% |
| 2022 | $13,606 +1.1% | $895,100 -2.2% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 03801
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10New Franklin SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 7/10Portsmouth Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 10/10Portsmouth High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: New Franklin School
- 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.