Listed by Tate & Foss Sotheby's International Rlty · Sean Fellows · 603-964-8028
Single Family Residence · Rye, NH
1 South Road, Rye, NH
$6,500,000
$6,750,000 · changed Jul 23, 2026
Est. $32,868/mo · 20% down, 30-yr, 6.5% (Owl’s Nest Real Estate estimate, not MLS data)
- Beds
- 4
- Baths
- 3
- Sq Ft
- 3,250
- Built
- 1890
- MLS®
- #5082763
Property Description
Set in Rye, New Hampshire, 1 South Road is a single-family home built in 1890, now offered at $6,500,000. The layout delivers 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and 3,250 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 0.44-acre lot, garage parking for 1 and roughly $2,000 per square foot. Browse the gallery and specs below; if it fits, we can have you through the door quickly.
Commanding one of the most iconic oceanfront vantage points along New Hampshire’s seacoast, this is a rare offering in the heart of exclusive RyeBeach. From its elevated position, the residence unveils uninterrupted panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean, stretching from the golden sands of Jenness Beach, across the Isles of Shoals, and southward to the distant silhouette of Cape Ann. Situated along the shoreline and minutes from Abenaqui Country Club, the location combines the relaxed beach life with the distinction of a Rye Beach address. Here, early mornings can be spent with coffee in hand as the sun rises over the Atlantic, afternoons enjoyed on the links or the sand, and evenings gathered on the porch watching sailboats on the horizon. The home itself offers a gracious footprint and endless possibilities, whether you envision enhancing the current design or shaping a coastal estate that fully embraces its unrivaled views. Rarely does a property unite such natural beauty with such potential, making it equally appealing as a year-round residence, a summer retreat, or a multi-generational legacy home. Located just minutes from the cultural and dining scene of Portsmouth, with easy access to Boston and Portland, 1 South Road embodies the best of New England’s coastal lifestyle. Here is a once-in-a-generation chance to claim a front-row seat to New Hampshire’s most breathtaking ocean views.
Location Highlights
1 South Road is a single family residence in Rye, New Hampshire, listed at $6,500,000. That works out to about $2,000 per square foot, for a home built in 1890. It has been on the market for 7 months.
At this latitude, Rye averages roughly 8.3 hours of sun a day in June and 3.6 in December.
Zoned schools in the Rye: Rye Elementary School (Elementary), Rye Junior High 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
- 4
- Total Baths
- 3
- Full Baths
- 2
- SqFt
- 3,250
- Price / SqFt
- $2000.00
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- Year Built
- 1890
- County
- NH-Rockingham
- Town
- Rye, NH
- Status
- Active
- Days on Market
- 194
Primary Features
- County
- NH-Rockingham
- Property Type
- Residential
- Year Built
- 1890
- Zoning
- SRES
Interior Features
- Appliances
- Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater, Gas Stove
- Basement
- Yes
- Basement Access Type
- Interior
- Basement Description
- Concrete, Dirt, Interior Entry, Exterior Entry, Interior Stairs, Basement Stairs
- 1/4 Baths
- 0
- 3/4 Baths
- 1
- Cooling
- None
- Electric
- Circuit Breakers
- Flooring
- Hardwood, Wood
- Heating
- Propane, Oil, Radiator
- Interior Features
- Dining Area, 1 Fireplace, Kitchen/Living, Natural Light, Natural Woodwork
- Rooms - Total
- 10
- SqFt-Approximate Finished Above Grade
- 3,250
- SqFt-Approximate Finished Below Grade
- 0
- SqFt Approximate Total Finished
- 3,250
- SqFt Approximate Total
- 5,576
Location Information
- School - District
- Rye
- School - Elementary
- Rye Elementary School
- School - High
- Portsmouth
- School - Middle/Jr
- Rye Junior High School
Financial Details
- Cable Company
- Xfinity
- Electric Company
- Eversource
- Fuel Company
- P Gagnon & Sons
- Tax - Gross Amount
- $32,008.77
- Tax Year
- 2025
- Taxes TBD
- No
Additional
- Construction Status
- Existing
- Construction
- Wood Siding
- Covenants
- Unknown
- Easements
- Unknown
- Flood Zone
- Yes
- Pre-Construction
- No
- Property Sub Type
- Single Family Residence
- Resort
- No
- Seasonal
- No
- Total Stories
- Two
- Surveyed
- Unknown
- Timeshare/Fractional Ownership
- No
- Water Access Details
- Beach Access, Cross a Street to Access
External Features
- Color
- White
- Driveway
- Dirt
- Exterior Features
- Covered Porch
- Foundation
- Concrete
- Garage
- Yes
- Garage Capacity
- 1
- Lot Features
- Corner Lot, Level, Open Lot, Sidewalks, Views, Near Country Club, Near Golf Course
- Lot - Acres
- 0.44
- Lot - SqFt
- 19,166
- Parking
- On Site
- Road Frontage Type
- Paved, Public Maintained Road, Public
- Road Frontage
- TBD
- Roof
- Shingle
- Sewer
- Public
- Utilities
- Cable
- Water Source
- Public
- Water Body Type
- Ocean
MLS®: PrimeMLS #5082763; Listed by Tate & Foss Sotheby's International Rlty · Sean Fellows · 603-964-8028
Property History
Estimated annual taxes for this property
- 2024
- $110,500
- 2023
- $107,738
- 2022
- $104,975
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 Rye
- 34
- Average list price
- $1,639,750
- Price range
- $440,000 – $5,800,000
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Estimated Monthly Payment
$43,430/ mo
- Principal & Interest
- $32,868
- Property Tax
- $9,208
- Home Insurance
- $1,354
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 1 South Road, Rye, NH
Assigned Schools
- Elementary
- Rye Elementary School
- Middle
- Rye Junior High School
- High School
- Portsmouth
- District
- Rye
Source: Google Maps Platform (Places) and Owl’s Nest Real Estate — not PrimeMLS data.
Questions About This Listing
How big is 1 South Road?
1 South Road in Rye, NH has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms (2 full and 1 three-quarter) in 3,250 square feet of finished living space.
What is the asking price of 1 South Road?
1 South Road in Rye, NH is listed for $6,500,000 on PrimeMLS.
That is about $2,000 per square foot of finished living space.
It came on the market on April 9, 2026.
Is 1 South Road on the water?
The MLS does not list 1 South Road in Rye, NH as waterfront, but it notes water access on an ocean.
Water access: beach access and cross a street to access.
The MLS also notes views.
Confirm frontage, shoreland rules and any dock or beach rights during due diligence.
What schools serve 1 South Road?
The MLS places 1 South Road in Rye, NH in the Rye school district.
Listed schools: Rye Elementary School (elementary), Rye Junior High School (middle) and Portsmouth (high).
School assignments can change; confirm with the district.
Is 1 South Road still available?
Yes. 1 South Road in Rye, NH is listed as Active on PrimeMLS (MLS #5082763).
Status can change quickly; contact us to confirm availability before you visit.
Who is the listing agent for 1 South Road?
1 South Road in Rye, NH is listed by Sean Fellows 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 1 South Road?
1 South Road in Rye, NH is a single-family home built in 1890.
The MLS lists its style as Colonial, with two stories.
Where is 1 South Road located?
1 South Road is in Rye, New Hampshire 03870, in Rockingham County.
Location notes from the MLS: sidewalks, near country club and near golf course.
How much land comes with 1 South Road?
1 South Road in Rye, NH sits on 0.44 acres, per the MLS.
The lot is described as corner lot, level and open lot.
Zoning: SRES.
The MLS lists the property in a flood zone; check the FEMA flood map and insurance costs.
How much are the property taxes on 1 South Road?
Annual property taxes on 1 South Road in Rye, NH are $32,008 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 Rye assessing office.
How is 1 South Road heated?
1 South Road in Rye, NH is heated by propane, oil and radiator, per the MLS.
The MLS lists no cooling system.
Does 1 South Road have town water and sewer?
1 South Road in Rye, NH has public water and public sewer, per the MLS.
MLS details — water: public; sewer: public.
Electric: circuit breakers (Eversource).
Other utilities: cable; cable provider Xfinity.
Is there a basement at 1 South Road?
Yes. 1 South Road in Rye, NH has a basement with interior access.
The MLS describes it as concrete, dirt, interior entry, exterior entry, interior stairs and basement stairs.
What features does 1 South Road have?
Inside, the MLS lists these features at 1 South Road in Rye, NH: dining area, 1 fireplace, kitchen/living, natural light and natural woodwork.
Outside: covered porch.
Flooring: hardwood and wood.
Listed appliances: refrigerator, gas water heater and gas stove; confirm which ones convey in the purchase agreement.
Does 1 South Road have a garage?
1 South Road in Rye, NH has a 1-car garage and a dirt driveway.
Parking details: on site.
How does the price of 1 South Road compare with other Rye listings?
At $6,500,000, 1 South Road in Rye, NH is priced above the $3,200,000 median asking price of the 18 single-family homes for sale in Rye 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 1 South Road?
To see 1 South Road in Rye, 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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