Here are all the great “bones” that make the prospect of doing refined refreshment and adding modern creative touches exciting and rewarding. A classic 4–5-bedroom antique Rye year-round beach cottage with trademark fieldstone fireplace, wainscoted woodwork, hardwood floors and all the character and quirky charm you'd expect in a 1920's residence. There are unique Palladian windows and exposed beams, random sitting areas, plus a three-season sun porch and the possibility of a first floor primary. Formal dining and living rooms complement the eat-in kitchen. The detached garage has second floor living space complete with kitchen, full bath, bedroom, and private deck. Planning Board approval needed to make a legal apartment. The yard is expansive and open, punctuated by stonewalls and distant ocean views. A short bike ride to the harbor and beaches. Any investment in this prime location would be well rewarded. Bring the past into the now and start living in Rye within distant sight and sound of the ocean.
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Listed by:
John W Rice,
Tate & Foss Sotheby's International Rlty 603-964-8028
Bought with: Philbrick's of Rye
$1,500,000
288 Harbor Road, Rye, NH 03870
5beds
1,869sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1920
0.35 Acres Lot
$1,513,200 Zestimate®
$803/sqft
$1,950 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,513,200
$1.41M - $1.62M
$1,950/mo
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: August 29, 2025 at 10:54am
Listed by:
John W Rice,
Tate & Foss Sotheby's International Rlty 603-964-8028
Bought with:
Daniel Philbrick
Philbrick's of Rye
Source: PrimeMLS,MLS#: 5056335
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Heating
- Propane, Oil, Hot Water
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Microwave, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: 1st Floor Laundry
Features
- In-Law/Accessory Dwelling, Living/Dining, Indoor Storage, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Wood
- Basement: Partial,Unfinished,Interior Entry
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas, 1 Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,331
- Total interior livable area: 1,869 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,869
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Paved, Driveway, Garage, Off Street, On Site, Parking Spaces 3 - 5, Detached
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bathroom, 1st Floor Hrd Surfce Flr, 1st Floor Laundry
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1
- Exterior features: Deck, Garden
- Fencing: Partial
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Body of water: Atlantic Ocean
- Frontage length: Road frontage: 105
Lot
- Size: 0.35 Acres
- Features: Landscaped, Level
Details
- Parcel number: RYEEM008B060
- Zoning description: SRES
- Other equipment: Standby Generator
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow,Cape
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Frame
- Foundation: Brick, Stone
- Roof: Asphalt Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1920
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service, Circuit Breakers, Generator Ready
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Utilities for property: Cable at Site, Telephone at Site
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Rye
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/19/2025 | Listing removed | $2,000$1/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals | ||
| 11/10/2025 | Listed for rent | $2,000$1/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals | ||
| 8/29/2025 | Sold | $1,500,000+0.3%$803/sqft |
Source:  PrimeMLS #5056335 | ||
| 8/22/2025 | Contingent | $1,495,000$800/sqft |
Source: PrimeMLS #5056335 | ||
| 8/13/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,495,000$800/sqft |
Source: PrimeMLS #5056335 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $7,996 +8.5% | $923,300 +0.6% |
| 2023 | $7,370 +15% | $917,800 |
| 2022 | $6,406 -6.9% | $917,800 +36.3% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 03870
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Rye Junior High SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 1.2 mi
- 8/10Rye Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 1.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Rye Elementary School
- Middle: Rye Junior High School
- High: Portsmouth High School
- District: Rye
Source: PrimeMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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