SOLD DEC 8, 2025

Listed by Candace Azotea • Carey Giampa, LLC/Portsmouth (Cell: 603-502-5683). Bought with Keller Williams Realty-Metropolitan.

Off Market Dec 2025 for $3M

$2,566,635

•

3,263

sq ft

12 Ruth St, Portsmouth, NH 03801

About this home

One of Portsmouth’s rarest waterfront homes, fully remodeled and walkable to town. 12 Ruth Street has over 3000 plus of livable space. This desirable . 61-acre lot has unsurpassable views of Portsmouth water and skyscape. Situated on a low-trafficked dead-end street that ends at this home, and the conservation land surrounding it is a rare find indeed. The many windows and exterior decks will make you want to purchase binoculars or a telescope for your family's enjoyment of watching the water and land life. This estate-like home is simply magnificent. Current owners have replaced roof, added solar powered heat pumps and central air, replaced flooring and remodelled the entire home from top to bottom. They also added onto this already fabulous home with a new great room featuring vaulted ceilings and gas fireplace with views of the expansive yard. Upstairs, the primary suite offers sweeping water views, a private deck, a generous walk-in closet (25'2" x 13'10"), and a spa-style bath with a freestanding soaking tub. Four additional bedrooms with multiple bonus spaces ensure room for work, fitness, and relaxation. This truly is a once in a lifetime opportunity. The home is located outside of the FEMA flood zone and current owners have applied and are waiting for dock approval. Walk to Portsmouth's vibrant downtown and the West End from this well located location. A rare lot size in a downtown neighborhood. Showings are by appointment only.

Single-familyProperty Type

1990Year Built

0.61 acresLot Size

$787Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 car garageParking

Listed by Candace Azotea • Carey Giampa, LLC/Portsmouth

Listed by Patrick Carey • Carey Giampa, LLC/Seabrook Beach

Contact: Cell: 603-502-5683

Bought with Carol O'Donnell • Keller Williams Realty-Metropolitan

Redfin checked: 2 minutes ago

•Source:PrimeMLS #5065648

Redfin Estimate

$2,566,635

$483K since sold in December 2025$78K since July

Recently sold homes
Estimate history
Homes for sale

This home's estimate is 117.1% higher than the average sale price ($1.18M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUL 17, 2026
$1,420,000
A
3 beds3 baths2,518 sq ft
5 Ruth St, Portsmouth, NH 03801
SOLD JUL 24, 2026
$2,000,000
B
3 beds3 baths4,299 sq ft
20 Brigham Ln, Portsmouth, NH 03801
SOLD APR 17, 2026
$610,000
C
4 beds2.5 baths2,334 sq ft
40 Opal Ave, Portsmouth, NH 03801
SOLD JUL 31, 2026
$925,000
D
3 beds3 baths2,184 sq ft
36 Ruby Rd, Portsmouth, NH 03801
SOLD AUG 14, 2026
$1,300,000
E
3 beds2.5 baths2,055 sq ft
194 Spinney Rd, Portsmouth, NH 03801
SOLD JUN 10, 2026
$840,000
F
3 beds2.5 baths2,225 sq ft
9 Onyx Ln, Portsmouth, NH 03801

Claim this home to receive a free report every month with insights on the changing estimate.

Earn from this home

Sell

$6,225

Est. take-home

List your home with Redfin and save $25,666

Rent

$5,846/mo

Redfin rental estimate

List your home for rent

Market trends in 03801, NH

Last updated July 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

99.5%

+0.8% MoM

Median sale price

$693K

$8K MoM

Avg. days on market

35d

9 days MoM

Recently sold homes

2 MoM

New listings for sale

$1,625,000
4 beds2.5 baths2,435 sq ft
217 Sage Ln #49, Portsmouth, NH 03801
3D WALKTHROUGH
$1,195,000
3 beds2.5 baths2,264 sq ft
579 Sagamore Ave #33, Portsmouth, NH 03801
$725,000
4 beds1 bath1,296 sq ft
1384 Islington St, Portsmouth, NH 03801
$1,250,000
3 beds2 baths1,734 sq ft
45 Willard Ave, Portsmouth, NH 03801
$579,000
3 beds1 bath902 sq ft
212 Holly Ln, Portsmouth, NH 03801
$699,900
3 beds1.5 baths1,862 sq ft
1630 Greenland Rd, Portsmouth, NH 03801
$1,295,000
1 bed2 baths1,215 sq ft
55 Green St #208, Portsmouth, NH 03801
$879,000
4 beds2 baths2,281 sq ft
12 Taft Rd, Portsmouth, NH 03801
$474,000
1 bed1 bath708 sq ft
159 State St Unit 1A, Portsmouth, NH 03801
$2,150,000
4 beds2.5 baths2,118 sq ft
45 Lincoln Ave, Portsmouth, NH 03801
See all

Provided by Redfin

Sale history for 12 Ruth St

Date

Event

Price

PrimeMLS #5065648

Dec 8, 2025

Sold

$3,050,000

$935/sq ft

Nov 17, 2025

Pending

—

Oct 23, 2025

Price Changed

$2,989,000

$916/sq ft

Oct 14, 2025

Listed

$3,100,000

$950/sq ft

PrimeMLS #4888121

Dec 1, 2021

Sold

$1,200,000

$368/sq ft

Oct 23, 2021

Contingent

—

Oct 23, 2021

Listed

$1,330,000

$408/sq ft

+35

Looking for an idyllic spot within walking distance to downtown AND on the water? Here it is, ready for new owners! This wonderful home has the most amazing water views of North Mill Pond and downtown, and will definitely capture your attention! Kayak and canoe from your own backyard, and enjoy all the ever-changing bird life - herons, ducks, geese, and so much more. This home offers great entertaining space and plenty of room for family and guests. Fireplaces in the living room and dining area will make for wonderful cozy living in cooler months. For those who love to cook and entertain, the kitchen has great counter space, large pantry, breakfast bar, and captivating views. Enjoy dining by the fire in the dining room while soaking in these peaceful water views. Step out onto the deck and take it all in! For those working from home, there's a great home office, as well as a family room and a bedroom, and 2 half baths on the first floor. Upstairs offers 3 more bedrooms and 2 additional bathrooms along with a master suite with spectacular views of Portsmouth and the water! A beautiful master bath offers more views - soak in the tub and let all your cares melt away! To complete the master suite is a walk-through closet everyone would love! In addition to all of this, there's a 4 car attached garage with plenty of room for storage. The property includes an additional 1/3 acre lot providing increased privacy and conservation land on the other side.

PrimeMLS #1

Sep 21, 2021

Price Changed

$1,347,500

$413/sq ft

Aug 18, 2021

Price Changed

$1,349,500

$414/sq ft

Aug 4, 2021

Price Changed

$1,373,000

$421/sq ft

Jul 14, 2021

Price Changed

$1,398,000

$428/sq ft

Jun 14, 2021

Price Changed

$1,475,000

$452/sq ft

Dec 4, 2020

Price Changed

$1,550,000

$475/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$16,843 (+3.0%)

$684,800 + $778,500

$1,463,300

2024

$16,360 (+6.7%)

$684,800 + $778,500

$1,463,300

2023

$15,327 (+12.6%)

$426,500 + $523,700

$950,200

2022

$13,606 (−1.5%)

$426,500 + $468,600

$895,100

2021

$13,814 (+2.7%)

$426,500 + $492,600

$919,100

2020

$13,453 (−1.1%)

$426,500 + $488,700

$915,200

2019

$13,600 (+5.2%)

$426,500 + $488,700

$915,200

2018

$12,924 (+3.0%)

$387,700 + $428,200

$815,900

2017

$12,549 (+17.2%)

$387,700 + $428,200

$815,900

2016

$10,710 (+1.5%)

$279,700 + $348,800

$628,500

2015

$10,553

$279,700 + $348,800

$628,500

Tax history for 12 Ruth St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$16,843 (+3.0%)

$684,800 + $778,500

$1,463,300

2024

$16,360 (+6.7%)

$684,800 + $778,500

$1,463,300

2023

$15,327 (+12.6%)

$426,500 + $523,700

$950,200

2022

$13,606 (−1.5%)

$426,500 + $468,600

$895,100

2021

$13,814 (+2.7%)

$426,500 + $492,600

$919,100

2020

$13,453 (−1.1%)

$426,500 + $488,700

$915,200

2019

$13,600 (+5.2%)

$426,500 + $488,700

$915,200

2018

$12,924 (+3.0%)

$387,700 + $428,200

$815,900

2017

$12,549 (+17.2%)

$387,700 + $428,200

$815,900

2016

$10,710 (+1.5%)

$279,700 + $348,800

$628,500

2015

$10,553

$279,700 + $348,800

$628,500

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Public record
Permits

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.61 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

2,692

Year built

1990

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Rockingham County

APN

950640

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on May 15, 2026.

Aug 19, 2026 • Final

Electrical permit: residential

Install a roof-top, grid-tied solar system on a residential building. The system includes solar panels and micro inverters mounted on racking.

Electrical

Solar

Jul 31, 2026 • Active

Building permit application

Remove and replace the existing porch boards and railing with new materials. The foundation will remain unchanged and no expansion or additions will be made to the structure.

Remodel

Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.

Property details

Parking

Parking & Garage
Garage Capacity: 2

Interior

Virtual Tour

Bathroom Information
# of Baths (full): 2
# of Baths (1/2): 2

Basement Information
Crawl Space

Other Interior Features
# of Rooms: 10
Flooring: Hardwood

Equipment & Appliance Information
Cooktop - Gas, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Washer, Wine Cooler

Room 1 Information
Living Room
Living Room
Dimensions: 28'6" x 25'0"
Level: 1

Room 2 Information
Dining Room
Dimensions: 16'9" x 11'4"
Level: 1

Room 3 Information
Foyer
Dimensions: 13'9" x 8'4"
Level: 1

Room 4 Information
Media Room
Dimensions: 15'9" x 12'7"
Level: 1

Room 5 Information
Exercise Room
Dimensions: 12'7" x 11'0"
Level: 1

Room 6 Information
Kitchen
Kitchen
Dimensions: 23'0" x 15'4"
Level: 1

Room 7 Information
Great Room
Dimensions: 23'8" x 17'10"
Level: 1

Room 8 Information
Laundry Room
Dimensions: 11'4" x 8'2"
Level: 1

Room 9 Information
1/2 Bath
Dimensions: 7'10" x 4'8"
Level: 1

Room 10 Information
1/2 Bath
Dimensions: 6'5" x 3'1"
Level: 1

Room 11 Information
Master Bedroom Suite
Dimensions: 34'8" x 15'10"
Level: 2

Room 12 Information
Full Bath
Dimensions: 17'5" x 12'8"
Level: 2

Room 13 Information
Full Bath
Dimensions: 11'3" x 9'6"
Level: 2

Room 14 Information
Bedroom
Dimensions: 12'3" x 11'4"
Level: 2

Room 15 Information
Bedroom
Dimensions: 14'2" x 12'4"
Level: 2

Exterior

Building Information
Architectural Style: Cape
Construction Status: Existing
Construction Materials: Clapboard Exterior
Approximate Sq. Ft. Total Finished: 3263
Approximate Sq. Ft. Total: 3263
Color: White
Roof: Shingle - Architectural

Driveway
Gated, Paved

Lot, Zoning, & Easement Information
Lot: 0001
Lot Features: Sidewalks, View, Water View, Waterfront, Abuts Conservation, Neighborhood, Tidal

Survey Information
Surveyed: Yes

Boat, Moorage, and Water Information
Water Body Name: North Mill Pond

Other Property & Lot Information
Year Built: 1990
Water View: Yes
Water View: Y
Waterfront: Yes
Waterfront Rights: Exclusively Owned
Water Body Name: North Mill Pond
Water Body Access: Yes
Right of Way

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Year: 2024
Tax Rate: 11.18
Gross Amount Tax: 16359.69

Other Tax Information
Page Deed: 323

Utilities

Heating & Cooling Information
Cooling: Central AC
Heat: Heat Pump

Sewer Information
Public

Electric Information
200 Amp, Circuit Breaker(s)

Water Information
Water Restrictions: Unknown
Water Source: Public

Other Utilities Information
Internet: High Speed Intrnt -Avail
Cable - At Site, Gas - On-Site

Location

School Information
School District: Portsmouth
Elementary School: New Franklin School
Elementary School: New Franklin School
Middle/Jr School: Portsmouth Middle School
School - High: Portsmouth High School

Road Information
Road Frontage Type: Cul-de-Sac, Dead End, Public, Public Maintained Road
Road Frontage: TBD

Other Location Information
Directions: Plug in 12 Ruth Street; Portsmouth, NH in your GPS.
Block: 0009

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,692
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.61 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1990
Year Renovated: —
County: Rockingham County
APN: 950640

Home facts updated by county records on May 14, 2026

Other

Water Body Information
Pond

Documents & Disclosures
Documents Available: Property Disclosure

Around this home

Schools

New Franklin School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi

8/10

Portsmouth Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.6mi

8/10

Provided by GreatSchools

Lifestyle

Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic

Climate risks

8/10 Flood Factor

Estimated 80%+ chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

4/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 94° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

64% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

2/10 Air Factor

2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years

Provided by First Street

Historical weather

Portsmouth, NH • 03801

Average low and high temperatures (°F)

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Sun exposure

In this area, properties receive around 8.9 hours in June and 4.4 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

8.9 hrs

4.4 hrs

JuneDecember

Provided by Shadowmap

Estimated sale price

$2.44M – $2.95M

Reach more buyers when you sell with Redfin. Save up to $25,666 in fees. 3 minutes to get started.

Get a free, detailed breakdown of how we calculated your estimate.

Nearby similar homes

$850,000

2 beds1.5 baths1,141 sq ft

834 State St, Portsmouth, NH 03801

$1,570,000

3 beds2.5 baths2,159 sq ft

Bergamot Flds Lot 4, Portsmouth, NH 03801

$1,305,000

3 beds2.5 baths2,850 sq ft

1 Cherry Ln #1, York, ME 03909

3D WALKTHROUGH

$3,395,000

4 beds4.5 baths5,728 sq ft

31 Pleasant Point Dr, Portsmouth, NH 03801

$1,295,000

3 beds2.5 baths1,489 sq ft

10 Stimson St, Kittery, ME 03904

$734,900

4 beds2 baths1,675 sq ft

2007 Lafayette Rd, Portsmouth, NH 03801

New listings for sale in 03801

$1,625,000

4 beds2.5 baths2,435 sq ft

217 Sage Ln #49, Portsmouth, NH 03801

3D WALKTHROUGH

$1,195,000

3 beds2.5 baths2,264 sq ft

579 Sagamore Ave #33, Portsmouth, NH 03801

$725,000

4 beds1 bath1,296 sq ft

1384 Islington St, Portsmouth, NH 03801

$1,250,000

3 beds2 baths1,734 sq ft

45 Willard Ave, Portsmouth, NH 03801

$579,000

3 beds1 bath902 sq ft

212 Holly Ln, Portsmouth, NH 03801

$699,900

3 beds1.5 baths1,862 sq ft

1630 Greenland Rd, Portsmouth, NH 03801

$1,295,000

1 bed2 baths1,215 sq ft

55 Green St #208, Portsmouth, NH 03801

$879,000

4 beds2 baths2,281 sq ft

12 Taft Rd, Portsmouth, NH 03801

$474,000

1 bed1 bath708 sq ft

159 State St Unit 1A, Portsmouth, NH 03801

Home values near 12 Ruth St

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
5 Ruth St, Portsmouth, NH 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2518 Sq. Ft.	$1,313,841
122 Mill Pond Way Apt 2, Portsmouth, NH 2 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2129 Sq. Ft.	$1,207,888

Address	Redfin Estimate
2 Ruth St, Portsmouth, NH 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1116 Sq. Ft.	$839,466
162 Mill Pond Way Apt 2, Portsmouth, NH 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1943 Sq. Ft.	$1,421,124

Address	Redfin Estimate
162 Mill Pond Way Apt 1, Portsmouth, NH 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1738 Sq. Ft.	$1,532,700
122 Mill Pond Way Apt 1, Portsmouth, NH 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1935 Sq. Ft.	$1,272,304

Property information provided by PrimeMLS when last listed in 2025. This data may not match . Learn more.

More real estate resources

Zip Codes
Cities
Neighborhoods
Minor Civil Divisions
Popular Searches

03870 homes for sale
03801 homes for sale
03904 homes for sale
03840 homes for sale
03803 homes for sale

Download the Redfin App on the Apple App Store

Download the Redfin App from the Google Play Store

Join us

Become an Agent

Get referrals

Careers

Find homes faster

About us

Find us

Subsidiaries

Affiliated Business

Countries

United States

Canada

Updated September 2025: By searching, you agree to the Terms of Use, and Privacy Policy.

Do not sell or share my personal information.

REDFIN and all REDFIN variants, WALK SCORE, and the R logos, are trademarks of Redfin Corporation, registered or pending in the USPTO.

California DRE #01521930

Redfin is licensed to do business in New York as Redfin Real Estate. NY Standard Operating Procedures

New Mexico Real Estate Licenses

TREC: Info About Brokerage Services, Consumer Protection Notice

All mortgage lending products and information are provided by Rocket Mortgage, LLC | NMLS #3030; www.NMLSConsumerAccess.org. Licensed in 50 states. This site is not authorized by the New York State Department of Financial Services for mortgage solicitation or loan applications activities related to properties located in the State of New York.

Redfin Corporation is an affiliated business of Rocket Limited Partnership. Each company, and their subsidiaries, are separate legal entities operated and managed through its own management and governance structures.

If you are using a screen reader, or having trouble reading this website, please call Redfin Customer Support for help at 1-844-759-7732.

REDFIN IS COMMITTED TO AND ABIDES BY THE FAIR HOUSING ACT AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITY ACT. READ REDFIN'S FAIR HOUSING POLICY AND THE NEW YORK STATE FAIR HOUSING NOTICE.

GreatSchools Ratings provided by GreatSchools.org.

Atkinson homes for sale
Rye homes for sale
Wells homes for sale
York homes for sale
Ogunquit homes for sale

Houses for rent in Portsmouth	Agents near me	Londonderry, NH homes for sale	Portsmouth Housing Market
Houses for sale near me	Nashua, NH homes for sale	Derry, NH homes for sale
Land for sale near me	Portsmouth, NH homes for sale	Hudson, NH homes for sale
Open Houses near me	Salem, NH homes for sale	Portsmouth Property Records
Condos for sale near me	Manchester, NH homes for sale	NH New Listings

Amesbury homes for sale
Haverhill homes for sale
Newburyport homes for sale