Listed by Red Post Realty · Todd Hudson · 603-760-7436
2 Melbourne Street, Portsmouth, NH
Single Family Residence
Listed by Red Post Realty · Todd Hudson · 603-760-7436
Property Description
A single-family home with New Hampshire roots, 2 Melbourne Street in Portsmouth dates to 1955 and lists at $775,000. The home provides 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and 1,881 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: garage parking for 1 and roughly $412 per square foot. The full photo gallery, live pricing and every MLS detail for 2 Melbourne Street follow below.
Set in Portsmouth’s sought-after West End, this updated ranch offers the ease of one-level living with the added flexibility of unfinished space above and below. All major systems have been updated, allowing you to settle in with confidence while enjoying a thoughtfully refreshed home. The modern kitchen is both functional and inviting, with abundant cabinetry and storage, plus built-in bench seating that creates a casual eat-in area. Just off the kitchen, the formal dining room provides a natural setting for everyday meals or entertaining. The living room is anchored by an electric fireplace and features a separate accent wall with built-in shelving, adding warmth and definition to the space. Three well-sized bedrooms offer flexibility for family, guests, or a home office, while the full bathroom includes the convenience of laundry. Outside the main living spaces, the attic and basement provide room to grow, whether you envision finished living space, a home gym, office, playroom, or simply want additional storage. The attached garage enters through the basement; the existing layout offers the possibility to section off portions of the lower level to create even more usable space. And then there’s the West End. One of Portsmouth’s most desirable neighborhoods, it puts you close to the restaurants, breweries, coffee shops, shops, and creative businesses that have made the area such a popular part of the city. Spend the morning grabbing coffee, meet friends for dinner or a drink, or head out for a walk and enjoy the neighborhood’s mix of established streets and newer development. It’s a location that gives you the best of Portsmouth without feeling like you’re right in the middle of downtown. This is a home that offers plenty of ways to make it your own in one of Portsmouth’s most dynamic neighborhoods.
Location Highlights
2 Melbourne Street is a single family residence in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, listed at $775,000. That works out to about $412 per square foot, for a home built in 1955. It has been on the market for 18 days.
At this latitude, Portsmouth averages roughly 8.4 hours of sun a day in June and 3.6 in December.
Zoned schools: 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:1
- Full Baths:1
- SqFt:1,881
- Price / SqFt:$412.01
- Property Type:Single Family Residence
- Year Built:1955
- County:NH-Rockingham
- Town:Portsmouth, NH
- Status:Active
- Days on Market:12
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Estimated annual taxes for this property
| Year | Est. Tax |
|---|---|
| 2024 | $13,175 |
| 2023 | $12,846 |
| 2022 | $12,516 |
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 Portsmouth122
- Average list price$852,321
- Price range$355,000 – $2,639,000
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- Principal & Interest$3,919
- Property Tax$1,098
- Home Insurance$161
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.
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Schools, everyday places and nearby destinations near 2 Melbourne Street, Portsmouth, NHSource: Google Maps Platform (Places) and Owl’s Nest Real Estate — not PrimeMLS data.
Listed by Red Post Realty · Todd Hudson · 603-760-7436
Owl’s Nest Real Estate estimate, not MLS data.
Questions About This Listing
What type of home is 2 Melbourne Street?
Single-family home in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, built in 1955.
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does 2 Melbourne Street have?
The home has 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.
It offers 1,881 square feet of living space.
What area is 2 Melbourne Street in?
The property is in Portsmouth, New Hampshire (03801).
How much does 2 Melbourne Street cost?
2 Melbourne Street in Portsmouth, NH is listed at $775,000.
That works out to about $412 per square foot.
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