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79 SILVER Street, Dover, NH

Single Family Residence

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Listed by Duston Leddy Real Estate · Jamieson Duston

5 Beds|3 Baths|3,851 ft²|Built 1780|Dover

Property Description

Set in Dover, New Hampshire, 79 SILVER Street is a single-family home built in 1780, now offered at $999,990. The layout delivers 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and 3,851 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 2 and roughly $260 per square foot. Browse the gallery and specs below; if it fits, we can have you through the door quickly.

Nestled in the heart of Dover, the historic Ezra Green Homestead is one of the most architecturally significant and historically rich homes in the city! Set on a spacious half-acre corner lot at Silver & Belknap Streets, this fully fenced property boasts beautiful greenery, manicured boxwoods, mature maples, and elegant bluestone walkways. Step inside to discover timeless features, including stunning wide pine floors, a grand central staircase, intricate crown moldings and millwork. Original Indian shutters adorn the windows, and the home is bathed in natural light. On the west side, a charming wood-paneled sunroom provides a serene retreat, office or home gym. The formal dining room leads directly to a covered porch on the east side—perfect for enjoying your morning coffee or an afternoon tea. The home also features a wood-burning fireplace in both the living room and den, while the kitchen offers a convenient morning staircase leading to the second level. Upstairs, you'll find three generously sized bedrooms and a small reading nook on the second floor, with two additional bedrooms on the home’s third floor. The Green’s raised 13 children here between 1780 and 1847! This home is within walking distance of downtown Dover, with easy access to the Children’s Museum of New Hampshire, Henry Law Park, and a variety of local shops and restaurants. The Amtrak train station is a quick 10-minute walk, and Portsmouth is just 10 minutes by car. Flexible zoning allows a multitude of uses and potential for further development. Schedule your appointment to view today!

Location Highlights

79 SILVER Street is a single family residence in Dover, New Hampshire, listed at $999,990. That works out to about $260 per square foot, for a home built in 1780. It has been on the market for 6 months.

At this latitude, Dover averages roughly 8.4 hours of sun a day in June and 3.6 in December.

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:5
  • Total Baths:3
  • Full Baths:2
  • SqFt:3,851
  • Price / SqFt:$259.67
  • Property Type:Single Family Residence
  • Year Built:1780
  • County:NH-Strafford
  • Town:Dover, NH
  • Status:Active
  • Days on Market:184

Primary Features

CountyNH-Strafford
Property TypeResidential
Year Built1780
ZoningCBD-M

Interior Features

BasementYes
Basement Access TypeWalk-up
Basement DescriptionConcrete Floor, Daylight, Full, Exterior Entry, Interior Stairs
1/4 Baths0
3/4 Baths0
CoolingNone
Electric200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
HeatingOil, Steam
Rooms - Total10
SqFt-Approximate Finished Above Grade3,851
SqFt-Approximate Finished Below Grade0
SqFt Approximate Total Finished3,851
SqFt Approximate Total5,842

Financial Details

Tax - Gross Amount$15,972
Tax Year2025
Taxes TBDNo

Additional

Construction StatusExisting
ConstructionWood Frame, Clapboard
CovenantsNo
Flood ZoneNo
Pre-ConstructionNo
Property Sub TypeSingle Family Residence
SeasonalNo
Total Stories2.5
SurveyedNo
Timeshare/Fractional OwnershipNo

External Features

ColorWhite
DrivewayPaved
FoundationBrick/Mortar, Granite, Stone
GarageYes
Garage Capacity2
Lot FeaturesCity Lot, Corner Lot, Landscaped, Level, Sidewalks, Trail/Near Trail
Lot - Acres0.54
Lot - SqFt23,522
ParkingDetached, Driveway, Garage, Paved, Storage Above
Road Frontage TypePaved
Road FrontageYes
Road Frontage Length285
RoofArchitectural Shingle
SewerPublic
UtilitiesCable, Gas at Street, Phone Connected
Water SourcePublic
MLS®: PrimeMLS #5080307; Listed by Duston Leddy Real Estate · Jamieson Duston

Property History

Estimated annual taxes for this property

YearEst. Tax
2024$17,000
2023$16,575
2022$16,150

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 Dover128
  • Average list price$573,873
  • Price range$245,000 – $950,000

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Estimate your monthly payment for this home

20%
Loan Term
6.5%
Estimated monthly payment$6,681 / mo
  • Principal & Interest$5,056
  • Property Tax$1,417
  • Home Insurance$208

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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$999,990/ Asking Price
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Listed by Duston Leddy Real Estate · Jamieson Duston

Est. $5,056 / mo20% down · 30yr · 6.5%

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Questions About This Listing

What is the asking price of 79 SILVER Street?

79 SILVER Street in Dover, NH is listed at $999,990.

That works out to about $260 per square foot.

What is the MLS number for 79 SILVER Street?

The MLS number is #5080307 (PrimeMLS), listed on March 23, 2026.

Where is 79 SILVER Street located?

The property is in Dover, New Hampshire (03820).

What kind of property is 79 SILVER Street?

Single-family home in Dover, New Hampshire, built in 1780.

How big is 79 SILVER Street?

The home has 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.

It offers 3,851 square feet of living space.

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