This home's estimate is 37.5% higher than the average sale price ($1.35M) of 6 comparable homes.
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501 Central Rd, Rye, NH 03870
About this home
Nestled within the Town of Rye on 0.73 acres, the iconic Sunshine and Buttercups residence is on the market for the first time in 45 years! With just a short walk to the beach, the original owners have put love and care into their family home filled with rich memories. The circular drive sets the tone for great curb appeal with gorgeous gardens and a salt water in ground gunite pool. Custom built, the living room is detailed with a wood cathedral ceiling and stone wood burning fireplace. Step out from the living room to enjoy the view of the gardens from the wrap around deck. Dining room with corner cabinet and fully applianced updated kitchen with wall ovens, farmers sink, corian countertops, and handcrafted cabinetry. The first floor features three bedrooms, two baths, and a spacious family room. Upstairs you will find the master bedroom with sitting area and balcony overlooking the private backyard. The second floor also includes a spacious office or den. The lower level is perfect for overflow guests and features a fireplace, half bath and walk out patio doors leading to the pool and firepit for the ease of outdoor entertaining. The family recreation room also includes an exercise room, study, built in bar, and workshop. So much space and many numerous possibilities! The outdoor sheds provide for more storage and certainly adds to the ambiance that this charming home has to offer! Close to Portsmouth, low taxes and highly rated school system.
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Sale history for 501 Central Rd
$155/sq ft
$161/sq ft
$177/sq ft
Tax history for 501 Central Rd
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
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Property details
Parking
- Parking & Garage
- Garage Capacity: 2
- Location: Attached
- Auto Open, Direct Entry
Interior
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- Bathroom Information
- # of Baths (full): 1
- # of Baths (3/4): 1
- # of Baths (1/2): 1
- Basement Information
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Access: Walkout
- Concrete, Concrete Floor, Daylight, Finished, Full, Stairs - Interior, Unfinished, Walkout
- Other Interior Features
- # of Rooms: 10
- Level B: Rec Room
- Flooring: Carpet, Concrete, Laminate, Tile
- Water Heater: Electric
- Central Vacuum, Attic, Blinds, Cathedral Ceiling, Fireplace - Wood, Fireplaces - 2, Laundry Hook-ups, Skylight, Vaulted Ceiling, Whirlpool Tub
- Accessibility Information
- 1st Floor 3/4 Bathroom, 1st Floor Bedroom
- Equipment & Appliance Information
- Cooktop - Electric, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Oven - Double, Oven - Wall, Refrigerator, Washer
- Air Conditioner, Irrigation System
- Room 1 Information
- Living Room
- Living Room
- Level: 1
- Room 2 Information
- Dining Room
- Level: 1
- Room 3 Information
- Kitchen
- Level: 1
- Room 4 Information
- Bedroom
- Level: 1
- Room 5 Information
- Bedroom
- Level: 1
- Room 6 Information
- Bedroom
- Bedroom
- Level: 1
- Room 7 Information
- Family Room
- Level: 1
- Room 8 Information
- Master Bedroom
- Level: 2
- Room 9 Information
- Office/Study
- Level: 2
- Room 10 Information
- Rec Room
- Level: Basement
Exterior
- Building Information
- Construction Status: Existing
- Approximate Sq. Ft. Total Finished: 4975
- Approximate Sq. Ft. Total: 5789
- Color: Grey
- Balcony, Deck, Garden Space, Outbuilding, Pool - In Ground, Shed, Storage
- Construction: Wood Frame
- Foundation: Concrete, Poured Concrete
- Roof: Shingle - Architectural
- Exterior: Clapboard
- Driveway
- Circular, Paved
- Lot, Zoning, & Easement Information
- Lot: 016
- Easements: Yes
- Landscaped, Wooded
- Survey Information
- Surveyed: Unknown
- Other Property & Lot Information
- Year Built: 1973
Financial
- Assessment Information
- Assessment Amount: 960500
- Tax Information
- Tax Year: 2018
- Gross Amount Tax: 9874
- Other Tax Information
- Page Deed: 2149
Utilities
- Heating & Cooling Information
- Cooling: Wall AC Units
- Heat: Hot Water, Multi Zone
- Heat Fuel: Oil
- Sewer Information
- Septic
- Electric Information
- 200 Amp, Circuit Breaker(s)
- Water Information
- Public
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: 159
- Paved, Public
- Other Location Information
- Directions: From Ocean Boulevard (Route 1A) in Rye, proceed onto Central Road. The property is on the left.
- Block: 016
Public facts
- Beds: 4
- Baths: 3.5
- Sq. Ft.: 2,809
- Stories: 2.0
- Lot Size: 6.2 acres
- Style: Single Family Residential
- Year Built: 1973
- Year Renovated: 2009
- County: Rockingham County
- APN: 745076
Other
- Water Body Information
- Flood Zone: Unknown
- Documents & Disclosures
- Documents Available: Deed, Other, Property Disclosure, Tax Map
Around this home
Schools
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 1.7mi
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.7mi
Lifestyle
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Climate risks
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
7 days above 93° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
72% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in June and 4.4 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Home values near 501 Central Rd
| Address | Redfin Estimate |
|---|---|
4 Beds | 3.5 Baths | 4200 Sq. Ft. | $2,711,089 |
3 Beds | 3.5 Baths | 4492 Sq. Ft. | $2,453,567 |
| Address | Redfin Estimate |
|---|---|
3 Beds | 2 Baths | 2328 Sq. Ft. | $1,227,060 |
5 Beds | 1.5 Baths | 2876 Sq. Ft. | $1,209,695 |
| Address | Redfin Estimate |
|---|---|
3 Beds | 1.5 Baths | 2390 Sq. Ft. | $1,034,775 |
2 Beds | 2 Baths | 1520 Sq. Ft. | $1,021,170 |
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