Listed by The Aland Realty Group · Dean Chase · 603-501-0463

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Land · Rye, NH

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495 South Road, Rye, NH

$1,700,000

$1,800,000 · changed Aug 6, 2026

Est. $8,596/mo · 20% down, 30-yr, 6.5% (Owl’s Nest Real Estate estimate, not MLS data)

MLS®
#5093389

Property Description

A parcel of land with New Hampshire roots, 495 South Road in Rye and lists at $1,700,000. Buildable acreage in this part of New Hampshire keeps getting scarcer — a lot like this is a chance to site a home exactly the way you want it. The numbers worth knowing: a 2.7-acre lot. The full photo gallery, live pricing and every MLS detail for 495 South Road follow below.

Exceptional offering in one of the most desirable towns in the Seacoast area of New Hampshire and the Midcoast region of New England. Located on South Road, east of West and Mill Roads, this 2.7 +/- acre lot offers quintessential “Old Rye” aesthetics in a pastoral setting surrounded by stonewalls, wooded landscape, open fields and conservation land. Land engineering including survey and test pits provide an ample building envelope for a variety of home styles and improvements. The ocean, acclaimed Rye beaches and Rye Harbor are located within a short drive as are numerous clubs, marinas, recreational amenities and several coastal landmark estates. The City of Portsmouth, the Maine Coast, Pease Airport and major commuting routes are in close proximity making this one of the most sought-after locations in New England.

Location Highlights

495 South Road is a land in Rye, New Hampshire, listed at $1,700,000. It has been on the market for 5 months.

At this latitude, Rye averages roughly 8.3 hours of sun a day in June and 3.6 in December.

Zoned schools: Rye Elementary School (Elementary), Rye Junior High School (Middle), Portsmouth High School (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

Property Type
Land
County
NH-Rockingham
Town
Rye, NH
Status
Active
Days on Market
134

Primary Features

County
NH-Rockingham
Property Type
Land
Zoning
SRES

Interior Features

Electric
At Street

Location Information

School - Elementary
Rye Elementary School
School - High
Portsmouth High School
School - Middle/Jr
Rye Junior High School

Financial Details

Cable Company
Optional
Electric Company
Eversource
Fuel Company
Optional
Tax - Gross Amount
$6,339
Tax Year
2026
Taxes TBD
No

Additional

Covenants
No
Easements
No
Flood Zone
No
Resort
No
Surveyed
Yes

External Features

Lot Features
Agricultural
Lot - Acres
2.7
Lot - SqFt
117,612
Road Frontage Type
Paved, Public Maintained Road, Public
Road Frontage
Yes
Road Frontage Length
200
Sewer
None
Utilities
Cable Available, Phone Available
Water Source
Public, Public Water at Street

MLS®: PrimeMLS #5093389; Listed by The Aland Realty Group · Dean Chase · 603-501-0463

Market Data

Live snapshot computed by Owl’s Nest Real Estate from PrimeMLS IDX active listings in this town

Active listings in Rye
31
Average list price
$2,629,500
Price range
$1,015,000 – $6,500,000

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Estimated Monthly Payment

$9,479/ mo

Principal & Interest
$8,596
Property Tax
$528
Home Insurance
$354

Property tax: this home’s 2026 annual tax bill of $6,339, 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 495 South Road, Rye, NH

Assigned Schools

Elementary
Rye Elementary School
Middle
Rye Junior High School
High School
Portsmouth High School

Source: Google Maps Platform (Places) and Owl’s Nest Real Estate — not PrimeMLS data.

Questions About This Listing

How much does 495 South Road cost?

495 South Road in Rye, NH is listed for $1,700,000 on PrimeMLS.

It came on the market on June 8, 2026.

What kind of property is 495 South Road?

495 South Road in Rye, NH is a parcel of land.

What town is 495 South Road in?

495 South Road is in Rye, New Hampshire 03870, in Rockingham County.

What is the lot size of 495 South Road?

495 South Road in Rye, NH sits on 2.7 acres, per the MLS.

The lot is described as agricultural.

It has 200 feet of road frontage (paved, public maintained road and public).

Zoning: SRES.

The MLS says the lot has been surveyed.

The MLS lists it as outside a flood zone.

What are the annual property taxes for 495 South Road?

Annual property taxes on 495 South Road in Rye, NH are $6,339 for the 2026 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.

What are the water and sewer systems at 495 South Road?

495 South Road in Rye, NH has public water at the street and no sewer or septic in place, per the MLS.

MLS details — water: public and public water at street.

Electric: at street (Eversource).

Other utilities: cable available and phone available; cable provider Optional.

What school district is 495 South Road in?

The MLS lists these schools for 495 South Road in Rye, NH: Rye Elementary School (elementary), Rye Junior High School (middle) and Portsmouth High School (high).

School assignments can change; confirm with the district.

Is 495 South Road still for sale?

Yes. 495 South Road in Rye, NH is listed as Active on PrimeMLS (MLS #5093389).

Status can change quickly; contact us to confirm availability before you visit.

Which brokerage has 495 South Road listed?

495 South Road in Rye, NH is listed by Dean Chase of The Aland Realty Group (603-501-0463).

Owl's Nest Real Estate shows it through the PrimeMLS IDX feed; we are not the listing brokerage.

How does the price of 495 South Road compare with other Rye listings?

At $1,700,000, 495 South Road in Rye, NH is priced close to the $1,700,000 median asking price of the 5 land listings for sale in Rye on PrimeMLS as of November 7, 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 can I see 495 South Road in person?

To see 495 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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