Perched high above the tranquil banks of the Oyster River, this picturesque 1.61-acre waterfront property with mooring offers 258 feet of direct river frontage and breathtaking views. Built above a small granite quarry, the house is near but above the water, giving it a commanding view. The main level features an updated kitchen with farmers’ sink, island, and great natural light. Enjoy meals in the dining room with views of the river. Relax or entertain in the front to back living room with a wood stove. Watch boats drift from your screened-in porch where you can take in the serene beauty of the river and yard. First floor is finished with 2 bedrooms and a newly updated ¾ bath featuring soapstone counters and tiled shower and floor as well as a laundry room. Continue upstairs where you will find a primary en-suite with expansive windows that capture the beauty of the water. A sunny office, an additional en-suite bedroom, a fourth bedroom completes the second floor living area. Need additional space, the large attic provides room for storage or the potential to expand. A legal apartment offers flexibility for guests or rental income with a private entrance, mudroom with laundry, kitchen, living and dining rooms, bedroom, office, and its own patio with River views. Just minutes to downtown Durham and schools, and a short commute to Portsmouth. Living here you will feel like you are on a permanent vacation - this is the waterfront living at its best, simply magical.
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Listed by:
Madiha Farag,
BHG Masiello Durham 603-868-1113
Bought with: KW Coastal and Lakes & Mountains Realty/Portsmouth
$1,200,000
30 Old Piscataqua Road, Durham, NH 03824
5beds
3,572sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1974
1.61 Acres Lot
$1,200,100 Zestimate®
$336/sqft
$5,773 Estimated rent
Owner options
What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: November 07, 2025 at 07:01pm
Listed by:
Madiha Farag,
BHG Masiello Durham 603-868-1113
Bought with:
Kelsey Marden
KW Coastal and Lakes & Mountains Realty/Portsmouth
Source: PrimeMLS,MLS#: 5045997
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Oil, Electric, Hot Water
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Electric Stove
- Laundry: 1st Floor Laundry
Features
- Dining Area, In-Law/Accessory Dwelling, Kitchen Island, Kitchen/Dining, Primary BR w/ BA, Natural Light, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
- Basement: Crawl Space
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,860
- Total interior livable area: 3,572 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,572
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Gravel, Paved
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: 1.75
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Screened Porch
- Exterior features: Boat Mooring, Garden, Natural Shade
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: Waterfront
- Body of water: Oyster River
- Frontage length: Road frontage: 100
Lot
- Size: 1.61 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: DRHMM11B9L4
- Zoning description: RA
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Frame, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Concrete
- Roof: Asphalt Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1974
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Phone Available
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Durham
Other
Other facts
- Road surface type: Paved
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