Listed by Allan Rogers • Bentley By the Sea. Bought with Carey Giampa, LLC/Rye.

Off Market May 2013 for $640K

$1,609,939

•

2,526

sq ft

20 Recreation Rd, Rye, NH 03870

About this home

Exciting contemporary architecture with character, open rooms and dramatic window detail make this home a dream for privacy seekers. Warm hardwood flooring and a soaring cathedral ceiling highlight the two story brick fireplace wall in the living room. Creative cooking is enjoyable in a well equipped kitchen centered by a granite island that invites casual dining. Imagine a candlelight dinner by the fireplace with a possible peek at the stars! Entertaining is easy with a wet bar and wine refrigerator included in the custom cabinetry. Tranquil views from the office/study provide the perfect background for business or a quiet read. On the second floor, a spacious master suite includes a vaulted ceiling, recessed lighting, walk-in closet and steam shower. Scenic Rye Harbor offers fishing boats and Ocean cruises while a sandy beach and walking trails are all minutes away. Imagine the joy of year round living by the sea in this magical location!

Single-familyProperty Type

1995Year Built

1.1 acresLot Size

$637Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 car garageParking

Listed by Allan Rogers • Bentley By the Sea

Bought with Wanda Syphers • Carey Giampa, LLC/Rye

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•Source:PrimeMLS #4148481

Redfin Estimate

$1,609,939

$970K since sold in May 2013$88K since August

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This home's estimate is 26.9% higher than the average sale price ($1.27M) of 6 comparable homes.

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$1,353,000
A
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SOLD JUN 17, 2026
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B
3 beds2.5 baths2,450 sq ft
188 Buckminster Way, Portsmouth, NH 03801
SOLD AUG 28, 2026
$2,250,000
C
3 beds3 baths2,521 sq ft
26 Neptune Dr, Rye, NH 03870
SOLD APR 13, 2026
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D
3 beds2 baths1,892 sq ft
149 Fern Ave, Rye, NH 03870
SOLD MAR 10, 2026
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E
3 beds2.5 baths2,304 sq ft
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F
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Market trends in 03870, NH

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

98.6%

0.6% MoM

Median sale price

$1.3M

$25K MoM

Avg. days on market

30d

14 days MoM

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5 MoM

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Sale history for 20 Recreation Rd

Date

Event

Price

PrimeMLS #4148481

May 6, 2013

Sold

$640,000

$253/sq ft

Apr 16, 2012

Listed

$675,000

$267/sq ft

PrimeMLS #139209

Jul 1, 2004

Sold

$529,000

$209/sq ft

Mar 23, 2004

Listed

$529,900

$210/sq ft

PrimeMLS #543598

Jan 8, 1999

Sold

$360,000

$143/sq ft

Nov 23, 1998

Delisted

—

Aug 19, 1998

Listed

$389,000

$154/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$8,372 (−3.3%)

$574,100 + $426,100

$1,000,200

2024

$8,662 (+7.8%)

$574,100 + $426,100

$1,000,200

2023

$8,032 (+15.1%)

$574,100 + $426,100

$1,000,200

2022

$6,981 (+9.2%)

$574,100 + $426,100

$1,000,200

2021

$6,392

$316,500 + $308,900

$625,400

2020

$6,392 (+0.9%)

$316,500 + $308,900

$625,400

2019

$6,337 (+1.1%)

$316,500 + $303,600

$620,100

2018

$6,269

$316,500 + $303,600

$620,100

2017

$6,269 (+10.0%)

$316,500 + $303,600

$620,100

2016

$5,701 (−2.0%)

$230,100 + $303,700

$533,800

2015

$5,818 (−0.3%)

$230,100 + $303,700

$533,800

2013

$5,833

$230,200 + $301,500

$531,700

Tax history for 20 Recreation Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$8,372 (−3.3%)

$574,100 + $426,100

$1,000,200

2024

$8,662 (+7.8%)

$574,100 + $426,100

$1,000,200

2023

$8,032 (+15.1%)

$574,100 + $426,100

$1,000,200

2022

$6,981 (+9.2%)

$574,100 + $426,100

$1,000,200

2021

$6,392

$316,500 + $308,900

$625,400

2020

$6,392 (+0.9%)

$316,500 + $308,900

$625,400

2019

$6,337 (+1.1%)

$316,500 + $303,600

$620,100

2018

$6,269

$316,500 + $303,600

$620,100

2017

$6,269 (+10.0%)

$316,500 + $303,600

$620,100

2016

$5,701 (−2.0%)

$230,100 + $303,700

$533,800

2015

$5,818 (−0.3%)

$230,100 + $303,700

$533,800

2013

$5,833

$230,200 + $301,500

$531,700

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

Public record

Beds

Baths

3.25

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

47,916

Year renovated

2006

Sq. Ft.

2,526

Year built

1995

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Rockingham County

APN

163154

Parking Spaces

Basement

Yes

Accessible

HOA Dues

—

Garage

Yes

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Apr 17, 2022.

Property details

Parking

Parking & Garage
Garage Capacity: 2
Location: Attached
Auto Open
Parking Spaces 2

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Baths (full): 1
# of Baths (3/4): 2
# of Baths (1/2): 1

Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Basement Access: Interior
Full, Partially Finished, Storage Space, Unfinished

Other Interior Features
# of Rooms: 9
Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
Water Heater: Oil
Cedar Closet, Ceiling Fan, Fireplace - Wood, Fireplaces - 2, Kitchen Island, Master Bedroom With Bath, Skylight, Vaulted Ceiling, Walk-in Closet, Wet Bar, Laundry - 2nd Floor

Equipment & Appliance Information
Cooktop - Down-Draft, Cooktop - Gas, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Oven - Double, Refrigerator

Room 1 Information
Kitchen
Kitchen
Dimensions: 18x9.3
Level: 1

Room 2 Information
Dining Room
Dimensions: 14x11
Level: 1

Room 3 Information
Living Room
Dimensions: 27x13
Level: 1

Room 4 Information
Family Room

Room 5 Information
Office/Study
Dimensions: 14x11
Level: 1

Room 6 Information
Mudroom
Mudroom

Room 7 Information
Master Bedroom
Dimensions: 21x13
Level: 2

Room 8 Information
Bedroom
Dimensions: 14x12
Level: 2

Room 9 Information
Bedroom
Dimensions: 12x12
Level: 2

Room 10 Information
Foyer

Room 13 Information
Other
Dimensions: 15x12
Level: 2

Room 14 Information
Other
Level: 1

Exterior

Building Information
Construction Status: Existing
Approximate Sq. Ft. Total Finished: 2526
Color: tan
Balcony, Deck, Fence - Invisible Pet, Patio
Construction: Wood Frame
Foundation: Concrete
Roof: Shingle - Asphalt
Exterior: Clapboard

Driveway
Paved

Lot, Zoning, & Easement Information
Lot: 076
Landscaped, Walking Trails, Wooded

Other Property & Lot Information
Year Built: 1995

Financial

Assessment Information
Assessment Amount: 530900

Tax Information
Tax Year: 2012
Gross Amount Tax: 6161

Other Tax Information
Page Deed: 0542

Utilities

Heating & Cooling Information
Heat: Baseboard, Hot Water
Heat Fuel: Oil

Sewer Information
Concrete, Leach Field

Electric Information
200 Amp, Circuit Breaker(s)

Water Information
Public

Other Utilities Information
Cable, Internet - Cable

Location

School Information
School District: Rye
Elementary School: Rye Elementary School
Elementary School: Rye Elementary School
Middle/Jr School: Rye Junior High School

Road Information
Road Frontage: Yes
Road Frontage Length: 150
Dead End, Public

Other Location Information
Directions: Center of Rye south on Central Road left on Locke Road, left on Recreation Road.

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 3.25
Sq. Ft.: 2,526
Stories: 2.0
Parking Spaces: 2
Basement: Yes
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 1.1 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1995
Year Renovated: 2006
County: Rockingham County
APN: 163154
HOA Dues: —
Garage: Yes
Features: —

Home facts updated by owner on Apr 17, 2022

Other

Water Body Information
Flood Zone: Unknown

Documents & Disclosures
Documents Available: Plot Plan, Property Disclosure, Septic Design

Around this home

Schools

Rye Junior High School

Public 5-8 • Assigned • 0.9mi

9/10

Portsmouth High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.8mi

10/10

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Lifestyle

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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 92° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

72% 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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Rye, NH • 03870

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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.

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Estimated sale price

$1.53M – $1.85M

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Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
45 Recreation Rd, Rye, NH 5 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3116 Sq. Ft.	$1,478,899
35 Recreation Rd, Rye, NH 4 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 3650 Sq. Ft.	$2,191,732

Address	Redfin Estimate
10 Recreation Rd, Rye, NH 4 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 3018 Sq. Ft.	$1,633,714
50 Recreation Rd, Rye, NH 5 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 7795 Sq. Ft.	$3,359,522

Address	Redfin Estimate
40 Recreation Rd, Rye, NH 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2907 Sq. Ft.	$1,501,615
15 Recreation Rd, Rye, NH 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2825 Sq. Ft.	$2,586,264

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