Listed by Tate & Foss Sotheby's International Rlty · Tony Jalbert · 603-964-8028
Single Family Residence · Portsmouth, NH
20 Atkinson Street, Portsmouth, NH
$5,900,000
Est. $29,834/mo · 20% down, 30-yr, 6.5% (Owl’s Nest Real Estate estimate, not MLS data)
- Beds
- 3
- Baths
- 4
- Sq Ft
- 3,116
- Built
- 1815
- MLS®
- #5097197
Property Description
20 Atkinson Street, Portsmouth is a single-family home for sale in New Hampshire at $5,900,000. The property offers 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms and 3,116 square feet of living space. Single-family ownership here means your own land, your own walls and room to make the property yours. The numbers worth knowing: a 0.05-acre lot, 1815 construction and roughly $1,893 per square foot. Scroll on for current photos, the complete spec sheet and this Portsmouth listing's market context.
Originally built circa 1815 Federal, Strawbery Court is one of Portsmouth's most distinctive residences, ideally positioned in the heart of Portsmouth's Historic South End. Long known as the beloved Strawbery Court Restaurant, the property was thoughtfully reimagined as an exceptional private residence. Expanded by renowned builder Peter Kasnet, the home beautifully blends nearly two centuries of history with refined modern living. Overlooking a picturesque city park beside the iconic Strawbery Banke Museum, the residence is moments from Prescott Park, the Piscataqua River waterfront, acclaimed restaurants, boutique shopping, galleries, theaters, and marinas. Few homes offer such an extraordinary combination of history, location, and lifestyle. Offering approximately 3,100 square feet, the residence features three bedrooms, three-and-one-half baths, two private offices, six working fireplaces (five gas and one wood-burning), radiant heated bathroom floors, a heated driveway, and a beautifully enclosed brick courtyard, creating an uncommon sense of privacy in the heart of downtown Portsmouth. A landmark residence that reflects the rich architectural heritage, enduring character, and exceptional lifestyle of Portsmouth's Historic South End. Mixed Use Zoning.
Location Highlights
20 Atkinson Street is a single family residence in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, listed at $5,900,000. That works out to about $1,893 per square foot, for a home built in 1815. It has been on the market for 4 months.
At this latitude, Portsmouth averages roughly 8.4 hours of sun a day in June and 3.6 in December.
Zoned schools in the Portsmouth: Little Harbor School (Elementary), Portsmouth Middle School (Middle), Portsmouth (High). Always confirm zoning with the district office.
Source: zoned school names are PrimeMLS listing data; distances, sun exposure and school facts are Owl’s Nest Real Estate additions (school facts from the NCES, U.S. Department of Education) — not PrimeMLS data.
Property Details
Essentials & finishes
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Total Baths
- 4
- Full Baths
- 1
- SqFt
- 3,116
- Price / SqFt
- $1893.45
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- Year Built
- 1815
- County
- NH-Rockingham
- Town
- Portsmouth, NH
- Status
- Active
- Days on Market
- 113
Primary Features
- County
- NH-Rockingham
- Property Type
- Residential
- Year Built
- 1815
- Zoning
- CD4
Interior Features
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Range Hood, Microwave, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Wine Cooler
- Basement
- Yes
- Basement Access Type
- Interior
- Basement Description
- Unfinished
- 1/4 Baths
- 0
- 3/4 Baths
- 2
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Electric
- 200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers, Generator
- Flooring
- Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
- Heating
- Forced Air
- Interior Features
- Dining Area, Gas Fireplace, Wood Fireplace, 3+ Fireplaces, Kitchen/Living, Laundry Hook-ups, Primary BR w/ BA, Natural Woodwork, Security, Skylight, Walkup Attic
- Rooms - Total
- 9
- SqFt-Approximate Finished Above Grade
- 3,116
- SqFt-Approximate Finished Below Grade
- 0
- SqFt Approximate Total Finished
- 3,116
- SqFt Approximate Total
- 3,692
Location Information
- School - District
- Portsmouth
- School - Elementary
- Little Harbor School
- School - High
- Portsmouth
- School - Middle/Jr
- Portsmouth Middle School
Financial Details
- Cable Company
- Comcast
- Electric Company
- Unitil
- Fuel Company
- PSNH
- Tax - Gross Amount
- $25,839
- Tax Year
- 2025
- Taxes TBD
- No
Additional
- Construction Status
- Existing
- Construction
- Brick, Wood Frame
- Covenants
- Unknown
- Easements
- Unknown
- Flood Zone
- Unknown
- Pre-Construction
- No
- Property Sub Type
- Single Family Residence
- Seasonal
- No
- Total Stories
- 3
- Surveyed
- Unknown
- Timeshare/Fractional Ownership
- No
External Features
- Color
- Brick
- Driveway
- Brick/Pavers
- Exterior Features
- Patio
- Foundation
- Concrete Slab
- Garage
- No
- Lot Features
- City Lot, Level, Sidewalks, Street Lights, In Town, Neighborhood, Near Public Transit
- Lot - Acres
- 0.05
- Lot - SqFt
- 2,178
- Parking
- Driveway, Off Street, Paved, Parking Spaces 2
- Road Frontage Type
- Public Maintained Road
- Road Frontage
- Yes
- Road Frontage Length
- 32
- Roof
- Asphalt Shingle
- Sewer
- Public
- Utilities
- Cable, Cable at Site, Gas at Street, Gas On-Site
- Water Source
- Public
MLS®: PrimeMLS #5097197; Listed by Tate & Foss Sotheby's International Rlty · Tony Jalbert · 603-964-8028
Property History
Estimated annual taxes for this property
- 2024
- $100,300
- 2023
- $97,793
- 2022
- $95,285
Source: Owl’s Nest Real Estate estimate from the list price at New Hampshire’s average effective tax rate — not PrimeMLS or town assessor data. Verify with the town assessor.
Market Data
Live snapshot computed by Owl’s Nest Real Estate from PrimeMLS IDX active listings in this town
- Active listings in Portsmouth
- 124
- Average list price
- $1,116,133
- Price range
- $425,000 – $2,775,000
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Estimated Monthly Payment
$39,421/ mo
- Principal & Interest
- $29,834
- Property Tax
- $8,358
- Home Insurance
- $1,229
Source: Owl’s Nest Real Estate estimate, not PrimeMLS data. Estimates use typical New Hampshire costs — a 1.7% effective property-tax rate, insurance at 0.25% of home value/yr, and PMI below 20% down. Actual town tax rates vary; verify with your lender and the town assessor.
Around This Property
Schools, everyday places and nearby destinations near 20 Atkinson Street, Portsmouth, NH
Assigned Schools
- Elementary
- Little Harbor School
- Middle
- Portsmouth Middle School
- High School
- Portsmouth
- District
- Portsmouth
Source: Google Maps Platform (Places) and Owl’s Nest Real Estate — not PrimeMLS data.
Questions About This Listing
How big is 20 Atkinson Street?
20 Atkinson Street in Portsmouth, NH has 3 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms (1 full, 2 three-quarter and 1 half) in 3,116 square feet of finished living space.
What is the asking price of 20 Atkinson Street?
20 Atkinson Street in Portsmouth, NH is listed for $5,900,000 on PrimeMLS.
That is about $1,893 per square foot of finished living space.
It came on the market on June 29, 2026.
Where is 20 Atkinson Street located?
20 Atkinson Street is in Portsmouth, New Hampshire 03801, in Rockingham County.
Location notes from the MLS: sidewalks, in town and near public transit.
How much land comes with 20 Atkinson Street?
20 Atkinson Street in Portsmouth, NH sits on 0.05 acres, per the MLS.
The lot is described as city lot, level and street lights.
It has 32 feet of road frontage (public maintained road).
Zoning: CD4.
How much are the property taxes on 20 Atkinson Street?
Annual property taxes on 20 Atkinson Street in Portsmouth, NH are $25,839 for the 2025 tax year, per the MLS.
New Hampshire towns set their own tax rates and revalue periodically, so confirm the current bill with the Portsmouth assessing office.
How is 20 Atkinson Street heated?
20 Atkinson Street in Portsmouth, NH is heated by forced air, per the MLS.
Cooling: central air.
Does 20 Atkinson Street have town water and sewer?
20 Atkinson Street in Portsmouth, NH has public water and public sewer, per the MLS.
MLS details — water: public; sewer: public.
Electric: 200+ amp service, circuit breakers and generator (Unitil).
Other utilities: cable, cable at site, gas at street and gas on-site; cable provider Comcast.
Is there a basement at 20 Atkinson Street?
Yes. 20 Atkinson Street in Portsmouth, NH has a basement with interior access.
The MLS describes it as unfinished.
What features does 20 Atkinson Street have?
Inside, the MLS lists these features at 20 Atkinson Street in Portsmouth, NH: dining area, gas fireplace, wood fireplace, 3+ fireplaces, kitchen/living, laundry hook-ups, primary BR w/ BA and natural woodwork.
Outside: patio.
Flooring: carpet, hardwood and tile.
Listed appliances: dishwasher, range hood, microwave, gas range, refrigerator and wine cooler; confirm which ones convey in the purchase agreement.
Does 20 Atkinson Street have a garage?
The MLS lists no garage at 20 Atkinson Street in Portsmouth, NH; parking is off a brick/pavers driveway.
Parking details: driveway, off street, paved and parking spaces 2.
What schools serve 20 Atkinson Street?
The MLS places 20 Atkinson Street in Portsmouth, NH in the Portsmouth school district.
Listed schools: Little Harbor School (elementary), Portsmouth Middle School (middle) and Portsmouth (high).
School assignments can change; confirm with the district.
Is 20 Atkinson Street still available?
Yes. 20 Atkinson Street in Portsmouth, NH is listed as Active on PrimeMLS (MLS #5097197).
Status can change quickly; contact us to confirm availability before you visit.
Who is the listing agent for 20 Atkinson Street?
20 Atkinson Street in Portsmouth, NH is listed by Tony Jalbert of Tate & Foss Sotheby's International Rlty (603-964-8028).
Owl's Nest Real Estate shows it through the PrimeMLS IDX feed; we are not the listing brokerage.
What kind of property is 20 Atkinson Street?
20 Atkinson Street in Portsmouth, NH is a single-family home built in 1815.
The MLS lists its style as Antique, Federal, with three stories.
How does the price of 20 Atkinson Street compare with other Portsmouth listings?
At $5,900,000, 20 Atkinson Street in Portsmouth, NH is priced above the $1,495,000 median asking price of the 43 single-family homes for sale in Portsmouth on PrimeMLS as of November 3, 2026 (this listing included).
That figure is Owl's Nest Real Estate's analysis of active listings, and asking prices are not sale prices — ask us for recent comparable sales before you make an offer.
How do I schedule a showing of 20 Atkinson Street?
To see 20 Atkinson Street in Portsmouth, NH, use Request a Showing on this page or call Owl's Nest Real Estate at 401-648-5308.
We can show any MLS-listed home and represent you as your buyer's agent; the listing brokerage represents the seller.
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