Listed by KW Coastal and Lakes & Mountains Realty/Portsmouth · Evan Douglass · 603-205-4463
Single Family Residence · Portsmouth, NH
308 Thornton Street, Portsmouth, NH
$825,000
Est. $4,172/mo · 20% down, 30-yr, 6.5% (Owl’s Nest Real Estate estimate, not MLS data)
- Beds
- 2
- Baths
- 1
- Sq Ft
- 1,178
- Built
- 1924
- MLS®
- #5117292
Property Description
Set in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, 308 Thornton Street is a single-family home built in 1924, now offered at $825,000. The layout delivers 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and 1,178 square feet of living space. Single-family ownership means no shared walls and room to make the property yours. The numbers worth knowing: a 0.1-acre lot and roughly $700 per square foot. Browse the gallery and specs below; if it fits, we can have you through the door quickly. Browse more homes for sale in Portsmouth.
Welcome to Portsmouth’s vibrant West End, where classic charm, modern convenience, and an incredible community come together! Sit back and relax on the welcoming front porch, the ideal spot to catch up with neighbors or sip your morning coffee. Ideally situated in a quiet, established neighborhood with quick access to Routes 95 & 16, this tastefully updated, move-in-ready home lets you enjoy the best of both worlds: a peaceful residential setting and year-round walkability to both the exciting West End and bustling downtown Portsmouth. Local favorite restaurants, cafes, grocery store, pharmacy, and gyms are all just a short distance from your front door. Inside, timeless character blends seamlessly with thoughtful updates, featuring hardwood floors throughout and detailed trim that add warmth and elegance. The inviting layout includes a comfortable living room, a dedicated dining room, and an updated kitchen complete with crisp white cabinetry, gas range, vent hood, and subway tile backsplash. A tiled mudroom keeps coats, shoes, and gear organized, while convenient 2nd-floor laundry adds everyday ease. Offering 2 bedrooms with custom built-in closets, a custom wooden bench seat in one bedroom hiding a rising office desk, & a spacious full bathroom, this layout is as functional as it is charming. Step outside into your expansive, fully fenced backyard, a rare find so close to downtown! Perfect for gatherings, pets, and summer BBQs, it features a back deck for entertaining and a handy large storage shed with ample room for bikes, lawn games, and gardening tools. Additional storage space is available in the basement. Tastefully updated throughout (full list of improvements available), with a professionally planted & landscaped front garden (2024) this delightful property offers the ultimate blend of classic Portsmouth character, and an unbeatable walkable lifestyle. Showings begin Thurs. 11/12.
Location Highlights
308 Thornton Street is a single family residence in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, listed at $825,000. That works out to about $700 per square foot, for a home built in 1924. It has been on the market for less than a day.
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: New Franklin 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
- 1
- Full Baths
- 1
- SqFt
- 1,178
- Price / SqFt
- $700.34
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- Year Built
- 1924
- County
- NH-Rockingham
- Town
- Portsmouth, NH
- Status
- Coming Soon
- Days on Market
- 0
Primary Features
- County
- NH-Rockingham
- Property Type
- Residential
- Year Built
- 1924
- Zoning
- GRA
Interior Features
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Dryer, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Stove
- Basement
- Yes
- Basement Access Type
- Walk-up
- Basement Description
- Unfinished
- 1/4 Baths
- 0
- 3/4 Baths
- 0
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Electric
- 100 Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
- Flooring
- Hardwood, Tile
- Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
- Interior Features
- Dining Area, Kitchen/Dining, Natural Light, 2nd Floor Laundry
- Rooms - Total
- 6
- SqFt-Approximate Finished Above Grade
- 1,178
- SqFt-Approximate Finished Below Grade
- 0
- SqFt Approximate Total Finished
- 1,178
- SqFt Approximate Total
- 1,743
Location Information
- School - District
- Portsmouth
- School - Elementary
- New Franklin School
- School - High
- Portsmouth
- School - Middle/Jr
- Portsmouth Middle School
Financial Details
- Tax - Gross Amount
- $7,386
- Tax Year
- 2025
- Taxes TBD
- No
Additional
- Construction Status
- Existing
- Construction
- Wood Frame
- Covenants
- No
- Flood Zone
- No
- Pre-Construction
- No
- Property Sub Type
- Single Family Residence
- Seasonal
- No
- Total Stories
- Two
- Surveyed
- Unknown
- Timeshare/Fractional Ownership
- No
External Features
- Driveway
- Common/Shared, Paved
- Exterior Features
- Deck, Full Fence, Natural Shade, Covered Porch, Shed
- Foundation
- Block, Stone
- Garage
- No
- Lot Features
- Landscaped, Level, Near Shopping, Neighborhood
- Lot - Acres
- 0.1
- Lot - SqFt
- 4,356
- Parking
- Driveway, Off Street, On Site, Parking Spaces 1 - 10
- Road Frontage Type
- Paved, Public Maintained Road
- Road Frontage
- Yes
- Road Frontage Length
- 34
- Roof
- Asphalt Shingle
- Sewer
- Public
- Utilities
- Other
- Water Source
- Public
MLS®: PrimeMLS #5117292; Listed by KW Coastal and Lakes & Mountains Realty/Portsmouth · Evan Douglass · 603-205-4463
Market Data
Live snapshot computed by Owl’s Nest Real Estate from PrimeMLS IDX active listings in this town
- Active listings in Portsmouth
- 121
- Average list price
- $1,288,618
- Price range
- $385,000 – $2,890,000
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Estimated Monthly Payment
$4,959/ mo
- Principal & Interest
- $4,172
- Property Tax
- $616
- Home Insurance
- $172
Property tax: this home’s 2025 annual tax bill of $7,386, per PrimeMLS. The rest is an Owl’s Nest Real Estate estimate: insurance at 0.25% of home value/yr and PMI below 20% down. A sale can trigger a reassessment; confirm with the town assessor and your lender.
Around This Property
Schools, everyday places and nearby destinations near 308 Thornton Street, Portsmouth, NH
Assigned Schools
- Elementary
- New Franklin 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 308 Thornton Street?
308 Thornton Street in Portsmouth, NH has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom in 1,178 square feet of finished living space.
What is the asking price of 308 Thornton Street?
308 Thornton Street in Portsmouth, NH is listed for $825,000 on PrimeMLS.
That is about $700 per square foot of finished living space.
It came on the market on November 9, 2026.
Does 308 Thornton Street have town water and sewer?
308 Thornton Street in Portsmouth, NH has public water and public sewer, per the MLS.
MLS details — water: public; sewer: public.
Electric: 100 amp service and circuit breakers.
Is there a basement at 308 Thornton Street?
Yes. 308 Thornton Street in Portsmouth, NH has a basement with walk-up access.
The MLS describes it as unfinished.
What features does 308 Thornton Street have?
Inside, the MLS lists these features at 308 Thornton Street in Portsmouth, NH: dining area, kitchen/dining, natural light and 2nd floor laundry.
Outside: deck, full fence, natural shade, covered porch and shed.
Flooring: hardwood and tile.
Listed appliances: dishwasher, dryer, range hood, refrigerator, washer and gas stove; confirm which ones convey in the purchase agreement.
Does 308 Thornton Street have a garage?
The MLS lists no garage at 308 Thornton Street in Portsmouth, NH; parking is off a common/shared and paved driveway.
Parking details: driveway, off street, on site and parking spaces 1 - 10.
What schools serve 308 Thornton Street?
The MLS places 308 Thornton Street in Portsmouth, NH in the Portsmouth school district.
Listed schools: New Franklin School (elementary), Portsmouth Middle School (middle) and Portsmouth (high).
School assignments can change; confirm with the district.
Is 308 Thornton Street still available?
308 Thornton Street in Portsmouth, NH is listed as Coming Soon on PrimeMLS (MLS #5117292).
Status can change quickly; contact us to confirm availability before you visit.
Who is the listing agent for 308 Thornton Street?
308 Thornton Street in Portsmouth, NH is listed by Evan Douglass of KW Coastal and Lakes & Mountains Realty/Portsmouth (603-205-1488).
Owl's Nest Real Estate shows it through the PrimeMLS IDX feed; we are not the listing brokerage.
What kind of property is 308 Thornton Street?
308 Thornton Street in Portsmouth, NH is a single-family home built in 1924.
The MLS lists its style as Colonial, with two stories.
Where is 308 Thornton Street located?
308 Thornton Street is in Portsmouth, New Hampshire 03801, in Rockingham County.
Location notes from the MLS: near shopping.
How much land comes with 308 Thornton Street?
308 Thornton Street in Portsmouth, NH sits on 0.1 acres, per the MLS.
The lot is described as landscaped and level.
It has 34 feet of road frontage (paved and public maintained road).
Zoning: GRA.
The MLS lists it as outside a flood zone.
How much are the property taxes on 308 Thornton Street?
Annual property taxes on 308 Thornton Street in Portsmouth, NH are $7,386 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 308 Thornton Street heated?
308 Thornton Street in Portsmouth, NH is heated by natural gas and forced air, per the MLS.
Cooling: central air.
How does the price of 308 Thornton Street compare with other Portsmouth listings?
At $825,000, 308 Thornton Street in Portsmouth, NH is priced below the $1,440,000 median asking price of the 43 single-family homes for sale in Portsmouth on PrimeMLS as of November 10, 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 308 Thornton Street?
To see 308 Thornton 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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