Stately Downtown Portsmouth Victorian with Exceptional Land & Privacy! Rarely does a property combine historic grandeur, modern updates, nearly ½ acre, and a location this close to downtown. Beautifully updated and set on a remarkable . 49-acre lot with approximately 15 acres of conservation land behind, this three-story Victorian offers an extraordinary in-town setting just a short walk from downtown Portsmouth. A newly rebuilt Azek front porch welcomes you into an impressive foyer highlighted by a dramatic central turning staircase rising through all three floors. The first floor offers an elegant blend of character and functionality, including a distinctive rounded turret room, inviting family room with a beautifully tiled fireplace, spacious dining room, and a spectacular 22-foot kitchen. Completely reimagined with custom cabinetry, Labradorite granite countertops, center island, and rich hardwood flooring, the kitchen opens through large sliders to a vast wraparound deck perfect for entertaining or enjoying the private surroundings. A full bath completes the first floor. The second-floor features three generously sized bedrooms and two beautifully updated baths. The third floor has a bedroom plus a bonus studio/bedroom with a spacious walk-in attic offering excellent flexibility for guests, office space, hobbies, or storage. Recent improvements include Hardie Board siding with transferable warranty, updated heating and central air conditioning, and the rebuilt Azek front porch. Enjoy all that downtown Portsmouth has to offer, restaurants, shops, waterfront, culture, and entertainment while coming home to an expansive, private setting rarely found this close to the heart of the city. A truly special Victorian offering architectural character, thoughtful updates, exceptional land, and an unbeatable location.
Single-familyProperty Type
1905Year Built
0.49 acresLot Size
$624Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Lynn Russ• Coldwell Banker Realty - Portsmouth, NH
West End, located between Downtown Portsmouth and the Piscataqua River waterfront, is a residential and artsy Portsmouth neighborhood with a walkable grid and a creative, workshop-to-gallery feel. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around Islington Street near the West End Yards, where coffee counters, small studios, and low-key eateries keep the sidewalks active. Community pillars include 3S Artspace for live shows and exhibitions, the Music Hall for marquee performances nearby, and Earth Eagle Brewings for small-batch pours. Early-20th-century houses and compact multifamily buildings line tree-shaded blocks, with pocket parks breaking up the streetscape. Rail-trail segments and bike lanes link to downtown storefronts and the waterfront. The pace stays local, with corner shops and maker spaces shaping daily routines.
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Market insights
199 Middle Rd · $1,859,000
DAYS ON MARKET
44 days
The average home goes pending in 42 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
100.7%
Most homes are selling 1% above list price.
LIST PRICE
$1,859,000
Median sale price in this area is $678,597. (63% lower than this home)
PRICE DROP
0 price drops
19% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
11 total rooms
Unfinished basement with interior access via stairs
Hardwood flooring
Bedrooms
Master bedroom suite on 2nd level (approx. 14 x 14'6")
Bedrooms on 2nd level (one approx. 11'6" x 14'8")
Bedroom on 3rd level (approx. 13 x 13'3")
Bathrooms
One full bathroom
Two three-quarter bathrooms
Kitchen
Eat-in kitchen (approx. 17'6" x 21')
Range - Gas
Microwave
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Trash compactor
Disposal
Exhaust hood
Wine cooler
Mini fridge
Vented exhaust fan
Laundry & utility
Washer
Dryer
Flooring
Hardwood
Heating & cooling
Multi-fuel heating
Central air conditioning
Exterior features
City lot, landscaped and in town location
Near shopping and near hospital
Public road frontage (approx. 100')
Home design
Victorian-style home
Existing structure
White exterior color
Shingle - Architectural roof
Parking
Detached/attached garage with capacity for 2 vehicles
Paved driveway
Construction
Built in 1905
Wood frame and wood siding with combination exterior
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Eversource electric service with circuit breakers
Unitil fuel provider
Cable and internet available (cable, fixed wireless)
Electricity and solar
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Fantastic value on a classic Victorian. Huge kitchen with counter space galore. 17 ft. foyer opens to curved Family room; Living room with fireplace. DR with French doors to large, private tiered decks. New heating system, hardwood floors, high ceilings, large rooms all near the center of downtown Portsmouth.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$15,943 (+3.0%)
$539,800 + $845,300
$1,385,100
2024
$15,485 (+15.9%)
$539,800 + $845,300
$1,385,100
2023
$13,360 (+7.8%)
$344,700 + $483,600
$828,300
2022
$12,393 (+1.1%)
$344,700 + $470,600
$815,300
2021
$12,254 (+2.2%)
$344,700 + $470,600
$815,300
2020
$11,985 (−0.6%)
$344,700 + $470,600
$815,300
2019
$12,062 (+6.3%)
$344,700 + $467,000
$811,700
2018
$11,345 (+9.4%)
$299,400 + $416,800
$716,200
2017
$10,372 (+1.8%)
$257,600 + $416,800
$674,400
2016
$10,192 (+1.5%)
$227,900 + $370,200
$598,100
2015
$10,042
$227,900 + $370,200
$598,100
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.49 Acres
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
2,980
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
2,980
Year built
1905
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Rockingham County
APN
562202
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on May 15, 2026.
Jul 8, 2026 • Final
Electrical permit: residential
Perform an emergency replacement of a furnace, heat pump, coil, and air purifier. No electrical work is included.
Electrical
HVAC
Jul 7, 2026 • Final
Mechanical permit (residential and commercial)
Replace the furnace, heat pump, coil, and air purifier in a residential building. No electrical work is included.
HVAC
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.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk 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
91/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 20% for direct sun exposure in Portsmouth. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 199 Middle Rd
$1,788,955
$70K under list price of $1.86M
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