Nestled in the heart of the historic South End of Portsmouth, this circa 1760's antique colonial offers the of charm and character of a bygone era. This much coveted location is within walking distance to Strawbery Banke, Prescott Park and vibrant downtown Portsmouth. Enter the property through the front gate and you are greeted by a welcoming, landscaped brick patio area and rear pocket yard, all fenced for your privacy. The kitchen is warm and inviting with hardwood floors, white cabinetry and a gas fireplace. The living and dining rooms feature beautiful wide pine flooring, ornate mantels, wooden shutters and multiple closets. Also on the 1st floor is a 3/4 bath with W/D area. Upstairs there are 2 spacious bedrooms, an office with back staircase and a full tiled bath. Ample storage in the walk up attic or future expansion possibilities. Combine the historic charm of this home with the outdoor space and incredible South End location, this is a property not to be missed. Initial showings begin Saturday April 5th.
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Listed by:
Susan Haberstroh,
BHHS Verani Seacoast Cell:603-661-0022
$880,000
135 Gates Street, Portsmouth, NH 03801
2beds
1,520sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1760
1,742.4 Square Feet Lot
$881,500 Zestimate®
$579/sqft
$4,937 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: May 08, 2025 at 10:57am
Listed by:
Susan Haberstroh,
BHHS Verani Seacoast Cell:603-661-0022
Bought with:
Casey Purinton
BHHS Verani Londonderry
Source: PrimeMLS,MLS#: 5034851

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Wall Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater
- Laundry: Laundry - 1st Floor
Features
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
- Windows: Blinds
- Basement: Bulkhead,Stairs - Interior,Unfinished,Interior Entry
- Attic: Walk-up
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,098
- Total interior livable area: 1,520 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,520
Property
Parking
- Parking features: None
Features
- Levels: 2.5
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Fencing: Full
- Frontage length: Road frontage: 40
Lot
- Size: 1,742 sqft
- Features: Sidewalks, In Town, Near Shopping, Neighborhood
Details
- Parcel number: PRSMM0103B0098L
- Zoning description: GRB
- Other equipment: Window AC
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Antique,Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Clapboard Exterior
- Foundation: Granite, Stone
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1760
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas Connected, High Speed Intrnt -Avail
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Portsmouth
Services availability

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