Listed by Emil Uliano • Great Island Realty LLC. Bought with The Aland Realty Group.
Sold on oct 2026
$960,000
4
bd
•
2 ba
•
2,281
sq ft
12 Taft Rd, Portsmouth, NH 03801
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Welcome to 12 Taft Road, a 4-bedroom home set on a private 0.42-acre lot in Portsmouth’s desirable Elwyn Park neighborhood. Step inside to a bright living room that flows into the dining area and kitchen, featuring custom cherry cabinetry, Corian countertops and maple flooring. Sliding glass doors open to an oversized 12-by-18-foot deck overlooking the landscaped backyard and neighboring conservation land. Three bedrooms and a full bathroom complete this level. The finished walkout lower level offers a spacious primary suite with a gas fireplace, walk-in closet, conveniently located laundry and an attached bathroom. A large family room provides additional space to relax or entertain, while the attached two-car garage features radiant heat. Outside, enjoy a peaceful backyard setting with a beautifully maintained lawn, irrigation system and a Reeds Ferry shed offering convenient storage for lawn equipment, tools and recreational gear. The oversized deck provides the perfect place for outdoor dining, entertaining or simply enjoying the privacy of the surrounding landscape. Central air conditioning, Andersen windows, a Rinnai on-demand hot water heater, a two-year-old Weil-McLain heating system, an architectural-shingle roof and an updated electrical panel round out the home. Located in the heart of Elwyn Park, 12 Taft Road is within walking distance of Dondero Elementary School and the expansive 182-acre Urban Forestry Center, while downtown Portsmouth, area beaches, restaurants, shopping and major highways are all just minutes away. A wonderful opportunity to call one of Portsmouth’s most established neighborhoods home.
Single-familyProperty Type
1978Year Built
0.42 acresLot Size
$421Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Emil Uliano• Great Island Realty LLC
Listed by Jacqueline Mee• Great Island Realty LLC
Bought with Christopher Erikson• The Aland Realty Group
Est. $3,839 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 12 Taft Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
PrimeMLS #5106665
Oct 9, 2026
Sold
$960,000
$421/sq ft
Sep 2, 2026
Pending
—
Aug 26, 2026
Listed
$879,000
$385/sq ft
PrimeMLS #4739140
May 10, 2019
Sold
$540,000
$237/sq ft
Mar 30, 2019
Contingent
—
Mar 7, 2019
Listed
$559,000
$245/sq ft
+34
This pristine 4 bedroom, 2 bath split entry home within Elwyn Park is close to Downtown Portsmouth with its many eclectic restaurants, quaint shops and the gorgeous NH coastline. As you walk up the custom brick paver walkway and enter the first level through the covered portico you are greeted by an updated kitchen with custom cherry cabinets, Corian countertops, refinished maple floors and sliding glass doors to a oversized 12x18 deck overlooking the private mature landscaped backyard and abutting conservation land. The first level boasts a bright and airy light-filled living room, 3 bedrooms, all with refinished maple flooring, and a full updated bathroom with ceramic tile. The finished daylight walkout lower level offers a beautiful master suite with gas fireplace, custom tile shower and laundry conveniently located in the master closet. Large family room in the daylight lower level. 2 car garage with radiant heat. New architectural roof, windows and electrical panel. Chimney has been repointed, sealed and reflashed. Irrigation! Shed! This home, which sits on almost a half acre lot (. 42 +/- acre), is awesome!
PrimeMLS #531566
Sep 9, 1998
Sold
$171,000
$75/sq ft
May 22, 1998
Listed
$179,900
$79/sq ft
IMMACULATE HOME WITH CENTRAL AIR, 3-4 BEDROOMS, FIREPLACE, FAMILY RM, EAT-IN KITCHEN, GLASS FRENCH DOORS TO LIVING RM. , SEPARATE LAUNDRY AREA, TWO DECKS IN THE BACK OF HOME. ADJACENT TO THE
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,991 (+3.2%)
$302,700 + $391,600
$694,300
2024
$7,744 (+4.8%)
$302,700 + $390,000
$692,700
2023
$7,388 (+6.3%)
$185,100 + $272,900
$458,000
2022
$6,952 (+1.1%)
$185,100 + $272,300
$457,400
2021
$6,875 (+2.2%)
$185,100 + $272,300
$457,400
2020
$6,724 (+1.0%)
$185,100 + $272,300
$457,400
2019
$6,657 (+7.8%)
$185,100 + $262,900
$448,000
2018
$6,176 (−0.9%)
$168,200 + $221,700
$389,900
2017
$6,232 (+4.2%)
$183,500 + $221,700
$405,200
2016
$5,981 (+1.5%)
$161,600 + $189,400
$351,000
2015
$5,893
$161,600 + $189,400
$351,000
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.42 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,144
Year built
1978
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Rockingham County
APN
154318
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on May 14, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking & Garage
Garage Capacity: 2
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (full): 1
# of Baths (3/4): 1
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Basement Access: Interior
Finished
Other Interior Features
# of Rooms: 7
Equipment & Appliance Information
Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Stove - Electric
Room 1 Information
Kitchen
Kitchen
Dimensions: 11'4 x 11'5
Level: 2
Room 2 Information
Dining Room
Dimensions: 11'4 x 9'9
Level: 2
Room 3 Information
Living Room
Dimensions: 13'5 x 15'6
Level: 2
Room 4 Information
Bedroom
Dimensions: 11'4 x 13'10
Level: 2
Room 5 Information
Bedroom
Dimensions: 13'5 x 10
Level: 2
Room 6 Information
Bedroom
Bedroom
Dimensions: 9'11 x 10'1
Level: 2
Room 7 Information
Bedroom with Bath
Dimensions: 14'9 x 14'11
Level: 1
Room 8 Information
Rec Room
Dimensions: 24'8 x 20'10
Level: 1
Exterior
Building Information
Architectural Style: Raised Ranch
Construction Status: Existing
Construction Materials: Wood Frame
Approximate Sq. Ft. Total Finished: 2281
Approximate Sq. Ft. Total: 2281
Color: Tan
Roof: Shingle - Architectural
Driveway
Paved
Lot, Zoning, & Easement Information
Lot: 0
Lot Features: Landscaped
Survey Information
Surveyed: Unknown
Other Property & Lot Information
Year Built: 1978
Financial
Assessment Information
Assessment Amount: 694300
Assessment Year: 2025
Tax Information
Tax Year: 2025
Gross Amount Tax: 7991
Other Tax Information
Page Deed: 2602
Utilities
Heating & Cooling Information
Cooling: Central AC
Heat: Propane
Sewer Information
Public
Electric Information
200 Amp, Circuit Breaker(s)
Water Information
Water Source: Public
Other Utilities Information
Internet: Internet - Cable
Cable - Available
Location
School Information
School District: Portsmouth
Elementary School: Mary C. Dondero Elementary
Elementary School: Mary C. Dondero Elementary
Middle/Jr School: Portsmouth Middle School
School - High: Portsmouth High School
Road Information
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Frontage: TBD
Other Location Information
Directions: Hoover to Taft
Block: 95
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,144
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.42 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1978
Year Renovated: —
County: Rockingham County
APN: 154318
Home facts updated by county records on May 14, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Mary C. Dondero Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.2mi
8/10
Portsmouth Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.6mi
8/10
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Climate risks
3/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 11-17% 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
68% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Portsmouth, NH • 03801
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Sun exposure
73/ 100
Good sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Portsmouth. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9 hrs
4.6 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$862,000 – $1.04M
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