Listed by LandVest, Inc./New Hampshire · Kristin Claire · 603-228-2020
Single Family Residence · Portsmouth, NH
28 Walden Street, Portsmouth, NH
$1,495,000
$1,520,000 · changed Oct 29, 2026
Est. $7,560/mo · 20% down, 30-yr, 6.5% (Owl’s Nest Real Estate estimate, not MLS data)
- Beds
- 2
- Baths
- 3
- Sq Ft
- 1,315
- Built
- 1811
- MLS®
- #5102368
Property Description
28 Walden Street brings a single-family home to the Portsmouth market at $1,495,000. Inside you'll find 2 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and 1,315 square feet of living space. Homes like this trade on the fundamentals: space, privacy and a New Hampshire address that works year-round. Also on the sheet: a 0.07-acre lot, 1811 construction and roughly $1,137 per square foot. The full photo gallery, live pricing and every MLS detail for 28 Walden Street follow below.
Direct tidal waterfront just minutes from downtown Portsmouth is an extraordinary rarity, and this beautifully restored c.1810 home with a detached legal accessory dwelling unit (ADU) offers the opportunity to enjoy both, blending historic New England character with thoughtful modern updates in an exceptional waterfront setting. Designed to embrace its surroundings, the home captures sweeping water views and spectacular sunrises through windows on three sides. The custom cook's kitchen with handcrafted cabinetry opens to an inviting living area where a wall of glass frames the ever-changing waterfront landscape. Gentle ocean breezes and abundant natural light create a comfortable atmosphere throughout the seasons. Outside, a climbing hydrangea arbor welcomes you to a private brick patio and beautifully established gardens overlooking the water. It's an ideal setting for morning coffee, afternoon gatherings, or simply enjoying the peaceful shoreline. Launch a kayak or paddleboard directly from your backyard and explore the protected cove, home to a variety of coastal birds and marine life. The detached legal ADU offers exceptional flexibility as a guest house, private office, or income-producing rental. Filled with natural light, it features a vaulted ceiling, dramatic floor-to-ceiling window, loft sleeping area, full kitchen and bath, and a cozy gas fireplace. Located on a quiet dead-end street, yet only minutes from Portsmouth's celebrated restaurants, boutiques, galleries, The Music Hall, Prescott Park, Strawbery Banke Museum, and the city's vibrant waterfront, the property offers the perfect balance of peaceful waterfront living with proximity to amenities. A mahogany entry deck overlooks the granite cobblestone driveway with parking for three vehicles. A distinctive Seacoast property where historic charm, modern comfort, and waterfront living come together. Total square footage includes the detached legal ADU.
Location Highlights
28 Walden Street is a single family residence in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, listed at $1,495,000. That works out to about $1,137 per square foot, for a home built in 1811. It has been on the market for 3 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
- 2
- Total Baths
- 3
- SqFt
- 1,315
- Price / SqFt
- $1136.88
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- Year Built
- 1811
- County
- NH-Rockingham
- Town
- Portsmouth, NH
- Status
- Active
- Days on Market
- 94
Primary Features
- County
- NH-Rockingham
- Property Type
- Residential
- Year Built
- 1811
- Zoning
- GRB
Interior Features
- Appliances
- Induction Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Range Hood, Microwave, Refrigerator, Water Heater off Boiler, Washer
- Basement
- Yes
- Basement Access Type
- Walk-up
- Basement Description
- Bulkhead, Concrete, Concrete Floor, Exterior Stairs, Storage Space, Sump Pump, Unfinished
- 1/4 Baths
- 0
- 3/4 Baths
- 2
- Cooling
- Mini Split
- Electric
- 200+ Amp Service
- Flooring
- Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
- Heating
- Baseboard, Electric, Natural Gas, Hot Water, Radiant Electric, Mini Split
- Interior Features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s), In-Law/ADU, Kitchen/Living, Natural Light, Natural Woodwork, Skylight, Surround Sound Wiring, 1st Floor Laundry
- Rooms - Total
- 5
- SqFt-Approximate Finished Above Grade
- 1,315
- SqFt-Approximate Finished Below Grade
- 0
- SqFt Approximate Total Finished
- 1,315
- SqFt Approximate Total
- 1,891
Location Information
- School - District
- Portsmouth
- School - Elementary
- Little Harbor School
- School - High
- Portsmouth
- School - Middle/Jr
- Portsmouth Middle School
Financial Details
- Cable Company
- Xfinity Comcast
- Electric Company
- Eversource
- Fuel Company
- Unitil
- Tax - Gross Amount
- $15,277
- Tax Year
- 2025
- Taxes TBD
- No
Additional
- Construction Status
- Existing
- Construction
- Clapboard
- Covenants
- No
- Flood Zone
- Yes
- Pre-Construction
- No
- Property Sub Type
- Single Family Residence
- Resort
- No
- Seasonal
- No
- Total Stories
- 1.75
- Surveyed
- Unknown
- Timeshare/Fractional Ownership
- No
- Water Access Details
- Directly Adjoining
External Features
- Driveway
- Brick/Pavers
- Exterior Features
- Partial Fence, Garden, Guest House, Patio, Porch, Storage
- Foundation
- Brick/Mortar, Poured Concrete, Stone
- Garage
- No
- Lot Features
- Landscaped, Level, Wetlands, Neighborhood, Tidal
- Lot - Acres
- 0.07
- Lot - SqFt
- 3,049
- Parking
- Off Street, Parking Spaces 3
- Road Frontage Type
- Dead End, Paved, Public
- Road Frontage
- Yes
- Road Frontage Length
- 34
- Roof
- Asphalt Shingle
- Sewer
- Public
- Utilities
- Underground Gas
- Water Source
- Public
- Water Body Type
- River
MLS®: PrimeMLS #5102368; Listed by LandVest, Inc./New Hampshire · Kristin Claire · 603-228-2020
Property History
Estimated annual taxes for this property
- 2024
- $25,415
- 2023
- $24,780
- 2022
- $24,144
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
- $1,181,117
- Price range
- $425,000 – $2,775,000
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Estimated Monthly Payment
$9,989/ mo
- Principal & Interest
- $7,560
- Property Tax
- $2,118
- Home Insurance
- $311
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 28 Walden 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 28 Walden Street?
28 Walden Street in Portsmouth, NH has 2 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms (2 three-quarter and 1 half) in 1,315 square feet of finished living space.
What is the asking price of 28 Walden Street?
28 Walden Street in Portsmouth, NH is listed for $1,495,000 on PrimeMLS.
That is about $1,137 per square foot of finished living space.
It came on the market on July 29, 2026.
Does 28 Walden Street have town water and sewer?
28 Walden Street in Portsmouth, NH has public water and public sewer, per the MLS.
MLS details — water: public; sewer: public.
Electric: 200+ amp service (Eversource).
Other utilities: underground gas; cable provider Xfinity Comcast.
Is there a basement at 28 Walden Street?
Yes. 28 Walden Street in Portsmouth, NH has a basement with walk-up access.
The MLS describes it as bulkhead, concrete, concrete floor, exterior stairs, storage space, sump pump and unfinished.
What features does 28 Walden Street have?
Inside, the MLS lists these features at 28 Walden Street in Portsmouth, NH: cathedral ceiling(s), in-law/ADU, kitchen/living, natural light, natural woodwork, skylight, surround sound wiring and 1st floor laundry.
Outside: partial fence, garden, guest house, patio, porch and storage.
Flooring: carpet, hardwood and tile.
Listed appliances: induction cooktop, dishwasher, disposal, dryer, range hood, microwave, refrigerator, water heater off boiler and washer; confirm which ones convey in the purchase agreement.
Does 28 Walden Street have a garage?
The MLS lists no garage at 28 Walden Street in Portsmouth, NH; parking is off a brick/pavers driveway.
Parking details: off street and parking spaces 3.
Is 28 Walden Street on the water?
Yes. The MLS lists 28 Walden Street in Portsmouth, NH as a waterfront property on a river.
Water access: directly adjoining.
Confirm frontage, shoreland rules and any dock or beach rights during due diligence.
What schools serve 28 Walden Street?
The MLS places 28 Walden 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 28 Walden Street still available?
Yes. 28 Walden Street in Portsmouth, NH is listed as Active on PrimeMLS (MLS #5102368).
Status can change quickly; contact us to confirm availability before you visit.
Who is the listing agent for 28 Walden Street?
28 Walden Street in Portsmouth, NH is listed by Kristin Claire of LandVest, Inc./New Hampshire (603-228-2020).
Owl's Nest Real Estate shows it through the PrimeMLS IDX feed; we are not the listing brokerage.
What kind of property is 28 Walden Street?
28 Walden Street in Portsmouth, NH is a single-family home built in 1811.
The MLS lists its style as Antique, New Englander, Studio, with 1.75 stories.
Where is 28 Walden Street located?
28 Walden Street is in Portsmouth, New Hampshire 03801, in Rockingham County.
How much land comes with 28 Walden Street?
28 Walden Street in Portsmouth, NH sits on 0.07 acres, per the MLS.
The lot is described as landscaped, level, wetlands and tidal.
It has 34 feet of road frontage (dead end, paved and public).
Zoning: GRB.
The MLS lists the property in a flood zone; check the FEMA flood map and insurance costs.
How much are the property taxes on 28 Walden Street?
Annual property taxes on 28 Walden Street in Portsmouth, NH are $15,277 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 28 Walden Street heated?
28 Walden Street in Portsmouth, NH is heated by baseboard, electric, natural gas, hot water, radiant electric and mini split, per the MLS.
Cooling: mini split.
How does the price of 28 Walden Street compare with other Portsmouth listings?
At $1,495,000, 28 Walden Street in Portsmouth, NH is priced close to 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 28 Walden Street?
To see 28 Walden 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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