Listed by Lauren Stone • Carey Giampa, LLC/Rye (Cell: 603-944-1368). Bought with Carey Giampa, LLC/Rye.
Off Market Jul 2024 for $1.8M
$2,122,769
4
bd
•
4.5 ba
•
4,286
sq ft
208 Central Rd, Rye, NH 03870
About this home
New Englander residence on a large corner lot just a quick bike ride to the beach, town forest, recreation center and all the seacoast has to offer. Classic moldings, high ceilings, warm hardwood floors and numerous built-ins set the tone for this beautiful interior. Terrific kitchen features granite counters, a center island with seating, high end appliances, a large pantry plus a gas fireplace. Off the kitchen, enjoy the sun filled comfortable family room with glass sliders to the deck and outside pool area. Main level floorplan consists of formal and informal spaces including a formal living room, dining room, den, mudroom and ½ bath. Upstairs, accessible by 1 of 2 staircases, retreat to the primary bedroom suite with 2 closets, double pedestal sinks, a soaking tub and shower. 3 additional bedrooms, 2 baths and convenient laundry area complete the 2nd level. 3rd floor great room or guest suite offers many living options with cathedral ceiling, exposed beams and ¾ bath. Fabulous outdoor space includes an in-ground pool, deck, hot tub, patio, outdoor shower plus a barn for storage. 2 car attached garage, full basement, central A/C, irrigation and security system. Relax on the idyllic front covered porch throughout the year. A wonderful property to call home!
Located just a short distance to Rye beaches, this gracious home is truly a special place to live. Two fireplaces. period molding, high ceilings, gorgeous fireplaces and warm-hued hardwood floors set the tone of this thoughtfully restored New Englander home. The open concept family room and renovated kitchen, cozy den, large dining room and formal living room all provide a delightful flow throughout the first floor. The kitchen offers a large pantry closet, center island, additional seating area, and beautiful light throughout. The family room has wide sliders that open to the deck and resort-like in ground pool complete with dining area, hot tub and enclosed shower. And there is a Mudroom directly off the 2-car garage. The second floor, accessible by one of two staircases, offers four large bedrooms: a grand master with en suite bath and two large closets, three additional generously sized bedrooms with 21st century closet space, two shared baths and a laundry room area. The third floor is perfect as a guest suite or recreation room, with a 3/4 bath and cathedral ceiling with exposed beams and tons of sunlight. Add to this a full acre of yard on a corner lot, an attached barn, an option for additional car storage, a full basement, central A/C, irrigation, security system and a covered front porch to while away the summer nights and this is the house you've been waiting for.
PrimeMLS #802019
Aug 31, 2001
Sold
$460,000
$107/sq ft
Aug 4, 2001
Delisted
—
May 6, 2001
Listed
$525,000
$122/sq ft
BEAUTIFULLY PROPORTIONED SUN-FILLED ROOMS, HIGH CEILINGS AND A FORMAL STAIRCASE GRACE THIS WONDERFUL VICTORIAN. 3 FLOORS OF OLD FASHIONED SPACE INCLUDE A HUGE FAMILY ROOM ADDITION. OLD TIME ELEGANCE CAN EASILY BE RESTORED. ATTACHED SMALL BARN AND GARAGE.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,579 (−3.4%)
$462,800 + $562,200
$1,025,000
2024
$8,877 (+8.8%)
$462,800 + $562,200
$1,025,000
2023
$8,157 (+15.0%)
$462,800 + $553,000
$1,015,800
2022
$7,090 (−15.4%)
$462,800 + $553,000
$1,015,800
2021
$8,383
$316,400 + $503,900
$820,300
2020
$8,383
$316,400 + $503,900
$820,300
2019
$8,383 (+1.5%)
$316,400 + $503,900
$820,300
2018
$8,257
$316,400 + $500,300
$816,700
2017
$8,257 (+6.5%)
$316,400 + $500,300
$816,700
2016
$7,756 (−2.0%)
$230,000 + $496,200
$726,200
2015
$7,916 (−0.4%)
$230,000 + $496,200
$726,200
2013
$7,944
$230,000 + $494,200
$724,200
Tax history for 208 Central Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,579 (−3.4%)
$462,800 + $562,200
$1,025,000
2024
$8,877 (+8.8%)
$462,800 + $562,200
$1,025,000
2023
$8,157 (+15.0%)
$462,800 + $553,000
$1,015,800
2022
$7,090 (−15.4%)
$462,800 + $553,000
$1,015,800
2021
$8,383
$316,400 + $503,900
$820,300
2020
$8,383
$316,400 + $503,900
$820,300
2019
$8,383 (+1.5%)
$316,400 + $503,900
$820,300
2018
$8,257
$316,400 + $500,300
$816,700
2017
$8,257 (+6.5%)
$316,400 + $500,300
$816,700
2016
$7,756 (−2.0%)
$230,000 + $496,200
$726,200
2015
$7,916 (−0.4%)
$230,000 + $496,200
$726,200
2013
$7,944
$230,000 + $494,200
$724,200
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
4.5
Stories
3
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1 Acre
Year renovated
2002
Sq. Ft.
4,286
Year built
1890
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Rockingham County
APN
198804
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on May 14, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking & Garage
Garage Capacity: 2
Auto Open, Direct Entry, Driveway, Garage, Parking Spaces 5 - 10, Paved
Heat: Baseboard, Forced Air, Hot Water, In Floor, Multi Zone
Heat Fuel: Gas - Liquid Propane Bottle, Oil
Sewer Information
Private
Electric Information
Circuit Breaker(s), Generator, Generator Ready
Water Information
Water Source: Public
Other Utilities Information
Internet: Internet - Cable
Cable - Available
Location
School Information
School District: Rye
Elementary School: Rye Elementary School
Elementary School: Rye Elementary School
Middle/Jr School: Rye Junior High School
School - High: Portsmouth High School
Road Information
Road Frontage: Yes
Road Frontage Length: 182
Public
Other Location Information
Directions: Take Ocean Boulevard (Rt 1A) to Central Road. Follow Central Road to 208 Central Road on the right hand side. Property is before Locke Road.
Block: 14
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 4.5
Sq. Ft.: 4,286
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 1 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1890
Year Renovated: 2002
County: Rockingham County
APN: 198804
Home facts updated by county records on May 14, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Rye Junior High School
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 0.9mi
9/10
Portsmouth High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.9mi
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 93° 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
Rye, NH • 03870
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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.
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Estimated sale price
$2.02M – $2.44M
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