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270 Richards Avenue, Portsmouth, NH

Multi-Family

For RentActive
2 Beds|1 Baths|700 ft²|Built 1900|Portsmouth

Listed by KW Coastal and Lakes & Mountains Realty/Dover · Darlene G Colwell-Ellis

Property Description

Don't miss out on this unique, desirable two-bedroom unit located just minutes walking distance to downtown historic Portsmouth. The third-floor unit offers an eat-in upgraded modern kitchen w/granite counter tops, stainless steel appliances, and tiled flooring. Washer and dryer in unit. Step into a spacious living room with wood floors and a door that opens onto a cozy third-floor porch. A great place to relax, have a hot drink, and read a book. Beautiful hard/softwoods throughout the unit add to the original feel of this beautiful historic renovated building. Washer/dryer hookups and plenty of storage are a bonus. Great location close to downtown Portsmouth's Prescott Park, the Music Hall, and a variety of fabulous restaurants. No pets, no smoking.

Property Details

Essentials & finishes

  • Bedrooms:2
  • Total Baths:1
  • SqFt:700
  • Price / SqFt:$3.28
  • Property Type:Multi-Family
  • Year Built:1900
  • County:NH-Rockingham
  • Town:Portsmouth, NH
  • Status:Active
  • Days on Market:27

Primary Features

CountyNH-Rockingham
Property TypeResidential Lease
Year Built1900

Interior Features

AppliancesDishwasher, Dryer, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Electric Water Heater
BasementYes
Basement Access TypeWalkout
Basement DescriptionFull, Storage Space, Unfinished
1/4 Baths0
3/4 Baths1
CoolingNone
ElectricCircuit Breakers
FlooringHardwood, Softwood
HeatingElectric
Interior FeaturesLaundry Hook-ups, 1st Floor Laundry
Rooms - Total3
SqFt-Approximate Finished Above Grade700
SqFt-Approximate Finished Below Grade0
SqFt Approximate Total Finished700
SqFt Approximate Total700

Location Information

School - DistrictPortsmouth
School - HighPortsmouth High School
School - Middle/JrPortsmouth Middle School

Financial Details

Electric CompanyEversource
Foreclosed / Bank-Owned / REONo

Additional

Construction StatusFixer
ConstructionWood Frame, Vinyl Exterior, Wood Exterior
Pre-ConstructionNo
Property Sub TypeMulti-Family
ResortNo
RestrictionsApplication Fee, Background Check, Credit Check, No Smoking, Tenancy Check
SeasonalNo
Total Stories3

External Features

ColorWhite
DrivewayPaved
Exterior FeaturesPorch
FoundationBrick/Mortar, Stone
GarageNo
Garage Capacity0
Lot FeaturesCity Lot, Landscaped, In Town, Near Shopping
ParkingAssigned, Parking Spaces 1
Road Frontage TypePublic
Road FrontageNo
RoofShingle - Asphalt
SewerPublic Sewer
UtilitiesCable
Water SourcePublic
MLS®: PrimeMLS #5094997; Listed by KW Coastal and Lakes & Mountains Realty/Dover · Darlene G Colwell-Ellis

Property History

Price, listing activity & annual taxes for this property

No sales history available.

Market Data

Live snapshot computed from active listings in this town

  • Active listings in Portsmouth103
  • Average list price$1,321,983
  • Price range$339,900 – $4,250,000
  • Market sentimentBuyer's Market
$2,295/ Monthly Rent
For RentActive
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Market Sentiment

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