Listed by Brenda Hall • The Aland Realty Group. Bought with BHG Masiello Durham.
Sold on jul 2026
$1,420,000
3
bd
•
3 ba
•
2,518
sq ft
5 Ruth St, Portsmouth, NH 03801
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About this home
When you take a highly desirable Portsmouth neighborhood, add some amazing curb appeal and top it off with a lovingly maintained and modernized Ranch, you've got that rare opportunity property you don't want to miss! This 3 bedroom, 3 bath Ranch offers a first floor primary suite, eat-in kitchen with stainless appliances and gas fireplace, living room with large window views to the private rear yard, and a formal dining room with seasonal views of blossoming trees, weeping evergreens, and colorful maples to mention just a few. The lower level basement has a theatre area, 3/4 bath, and separate office/gym area as well as several unfinished storage spaces. The exterior landscaping offers a blend of formal granite walkways with natural river bed path stones guiding homeowners and guests to the covered front porch. Enjoy privacy in the rear yard on a low maintenance deck set near pea gravel paths to the oversized shed/workshop. When it's time to toss the ball or play a game of lawn darts, there is plenty of space with this lot's expansive side yard. With seasonal views from the primary suite and front bedroom to the North Mill Pond, this location is just minutes from downtown Portsmouth shopping, restaurants and an endless number of cultural and entertainment venues, parks, trails, and bike paths. Easy access to commuter routes to nearby local towns or onward to Boston or Portland.
Single-familyProperty Type
1973Year Built
0.43 acresLot Size
$564Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Brenda Hall• The Aland Realty Group
Listed by Jeffrey Mountjoy• The Aland Realty Group
Bought with Beth Rohde Campbell• BHG Masiello Durham
Est. $4,232 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 5 Ruth St
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
PrimeMLS #5088733
Jul 17, 2026
Sold
$1,420,000
$564/sq ft
May 15, 2026
Contingent
—
May 13, 2026
Listed
$1,350,000
$536/sq ft
PrimeMLS #834086
May 15, 2002
Sold
$345,000
$137/sq ft
Jan 18, 2002
Listed
$360,000
$143/sq ft
TOTALLY REFURBISHED 3 BEDROOM RANCH STYLE HOME ON DEAD-END ST. WITHIN A SHORT WALK TO TOWN. BEAUTIFUL INTERIOR AND TOP NOTCH LOWER LEVEL OFFICE AND REC ROOM.
Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Washer
Room 1 Information
Living Room
Living Room
Level: 1
Room 2 Information
Eat-In Kitchen
Level: 1
Room 3 Information
Dining Room
Level: 1
Room 4 Information
Bedroom
Level: 1
Room 5 Information
Bedroom
Level: 1
Room 6 Information
Bedroom
Bedroom
Level: 1
Exterior
Building Information
Architectural Style: Ranch
Construction Status: Existing
Construction Materials: Wood Frame, Clapboard Exterior
Approximate Sq. Ft. Total Finished: 2518
Approximate Sq. Ft. Total: 2920
Color: Taupe
Roof: Shingle - Asphalt
Driveway
Paved
Lot, Zoning, & Easement Information
Lot: 17
Easements: Yes
Lot Features: City Lot, Landscaped, Level, Neighborhood
Survey Information
Surveyed: Yes
Other Property & Lot Information
Year Built: 1973
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Year: 2025
Gross Amount Tax: 11196
Other Tax Information
Page Deed: 2704
Utilities
Heating & Cooling Information
Heat: Propane, Baseboard, Hot Water
Sewer Information
Public
Electric Information
Electric Company: Eversource
100 Amp, Circuit Breaker(s)
Water Information
Water Source: Public
Other Utilities Information
Internet: Internet - Cable
Cable Company: Xfinity
Fuel Company: Irving Energy
Cable - At Site, Gas - LP/Bottle
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: Public
Road Frontage: TBD
Other Location Information
Directions: Woodbury to Thornton and follow to the end. Right onto Ruth. 5 Ruth is on the Right.
Block: 0
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,624
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.43 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1973
Year Renovated: —
County: Rockingham County
APN: 219451
Home facts updated by county records on May 14, 2026
Other
Documents & Disclosures
Documents Available: Deed, 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
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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
65% 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
95/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 4% for direct sun exposure in Portsmouth. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.8 hrs
5.9 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$1.38M – $1.67M
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