Welcome to this picture-perfect Cape Cod home in Portsmouth’s coveted West End, just a short walk to downtown. Refinished hardwood floors lead you into a warm, inviting living room featuring a woodstove, brick mantel, and rich wood trim. The first floor includes two comfortable bedrooms, a full bath, and a spacious kitchen with a built-in china cabinet and dining area. A sunny den/sunroom overlooks the backyard, offering the perfect spot to relax or work. Upstairs, an expansive second-floor room delivers incredible versatility — ideal as a primary suite, guest retreat, or multi-purpose space with plenty of room for sleeping, lounging, or hobbies. Enjoy outdoor living in the lovely backyard with an oversized deck and storage shed. Recent updates—such as a newer roof, new furnace, and new washing machine—add peace of mind, while city water and sewer services provide convenience. Blending classic charm with modern comfort, this West End gem offers the perfect mix of character, convenience, and flexibility. Call to view this lovely home today.
Pending
Listed by:
Heidi Spencer,
Coldwell Banker Realty - Portsmouth, NH Off:603-334-1900
Price cut: $25K (12/3)
$750,000
320 Thaxter Road, Portsmouth, NH 03801
2beds
1,413sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1930
6,970 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$531/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Lovely backyardRefinished hardwood floorsOversized deckStorage shedRich wood trimTwo comfortable bedroomsBrick mantel
- 93 days |
- 975 |
- 24 |
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: January 05, 2026 at 04:15pm
Listed by:
Heidi Spencer,
Coldwell Banker Realty - Portsmouth, NH Off:603-334-1900
Source: PrimeMLS,MLS#: 5067489
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Oil, Electric, Steam
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Domestic Water Heater
Features
- Kitchen/Dining, Natural Light
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Full,Unfinished,Interior Entry
- Attic: Walk-up
- Fireplace features: Wood Stove Hook-up
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,297
- Total interior livable area: 1,413 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,413
- Finished area below ground: 0
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Paved
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered Porch
- Exterior features: Deck, Shed
- Frontage length: Road frontage: 60
Lot
- Size: 6,970 Square Feet
- Features: Landscaped, Level, Street Lights, Wooded
Details
- Parcel number: PRSMM0152B0031L
- Zoning description: SRB
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Concrete
- Roof: Asphalt Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1930
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service, Fuses
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Portsmouth
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $531/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $793,800
- Annual tax amount: $8,875
- Date on market: 10/28/2025
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
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Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/6/2026 | Contingent | $750,000$531/sqft |
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| 12/3/2025 | Price change | $750,000-3.2%$531/sqft |
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| 11/12/2025 | Price change | $775,000-3.1%$548/sqft |
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| 10/28/2025 | Listed for sale | $800,000$566/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $8,875 +7.5% | $793,800 +55% |
| 2023 | $8,259 +6.1% | $512,000 |
| 2022 | $7,782 +3.4% | $512,000 |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$4,034/mo
Principal & interest
$2908
Property taxes
$863
Home insurance
$263
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 03801
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Mary C. Dondero Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.9 mi
- 7/10Portsmouth Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 10/10Portsmouth High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Little Harbor 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.
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