Listed by Valerie Shelton • Appledore Real Estate. Bought with RE/MAX Shoreline.
Off Market Aug 2019 for $879K
$1,620,985
4
bd
•
3.5 ba
•
3,950
sq ft
55 Stratham Heights Rd, Stratham, NH 03885
About this home
Exciting architecturally designed post-modern home with attention to the finest detail and proportion to highlight the confluence of light, curves and angles. Expanded and extensively renovated in 2008 and updated in 2017, the gracious design integrates everyday living, charm and function with a spectacular venue for entertaining both inside and out. An expansive gourmet kitchen combines warm woods, natural stone, orbicular granite and tile with the function and convenience of a modern layout and high-end appliances. The main level also features several gathering rooms and an ensuite guest bedroom. A large fieldstone chimney with raised hearth and gas log insert fireplace provides a central anchor to the surrounding open spaces. The curved stairway leads one from the welcoming foyer to the open loft above and private areas of the home. A capacious master wing over the 3-car heated garage includes an outdoor balcony, two large walk-in closets and bath with glass tiled spa shower. Soaring cathedral and vaulted ceilings add to the light-filled interior and walls of glass allow views of the park-like grounds from all living areas. Exterior amenities include completely fenced-in perimeter, electronic gated entry, heated in-ground saltwater gunite pool with spa, spacious decks, patio with fire-pit, studio outbuilding and garden shed. A destination of privacy within the SAU 16 school system and just minutes to local hospitals, Phillips Exeter Academy and major metropolitan areas.
Nestled amidst the flowering shrubs, mature trees and striking landscaping, this Contemporary Post and Beam in a pastoral setting is the perfect melding of land and home. This thoughtfully designed home with contemporary flow offers a wonderful confluence of light, curves and angles. Graciously integrates everyday living, charm and function with a spectacular venue of entertaining both inside and out. The gourmet kitchen incorporates the warmth and texture of antique materials with the function and convenience of modern systems and amenities. Enjoy family barbecues on the patio by the fire pit in the summer. Enjoy a lifestyle that leaves you calm, cool and refreshed with a gunite pool. Discover peace and serenity as the morning sun shines through the windows in the master retreat. Private yet convenient location in the excellent SAU16 school system and Phillips Exeter Academy.
PrimeMLS #784422
Jun 13, 2001
Sold
$500,000
$127/sq ft
Apr 30, 2001
Delisted
—
Nov 12, 2000
Listed
$528,000
$134/sq ft
ARCHITECT-DESIGN POST-MODERN COUNTRY HOUSE IN PARK-LIKE SETTING. UNIQUE VERSATILE FLOORPLAN; HIGHEST QUALITY THROUGHOUT. 3700 SQ. FT. OF LUMINOUS DESIGN. PRISTINE CONDITION. ALL AMENITIES. PRIVATE AND RARE.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$19,665 (+3.0%)
$348,400 + $1,106,100
$1,454,500
2024
$19,083 (+3.1%)
$348,400 + $1,106,100
$1,454,500
2023
$18,512 (+11.8%)
$179,200 + $706,100
$885,300
2022
$16,564 (+1.0%)
$179,200 + $706,100
$885,300
2021
$16,396 (−2.3%)
$179,200 + $706,100
$885,300
2020
$16,776 (−0.8%)
$179,200 + $706,100
$885,300
2019
$16,907 (+31.0%)
$179,200 + $728,300
$907,500
2018
$12,902 (+3.5%)
$134,200 + $480,200
$614,400
2017
$12,470 (+10.2%)
$134,200 + $480,100
$614,300
2016
$11,314 (+2.5%)
$134,200 + $420,400
$554,600
2015
$11,037
$134,200 + $420,400
$554,600
2014
$11,042 (+1.0%)
$134,200 + $420,400
$554,600
2013
$10,937
$134,200 + $422,400
$556,600
Tax history for 55 Stratham Heights Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$19,665 (+3.0%)
$348,400 + $1,106,100
$1,454,500
2024
$19,083 (+3.1%)
$348,400 + $1,106,100
$1,454,500
2023
$18,512 (+11.8%)
$179,200 + $706,100
$885,300
2022
$16,564 (+1.0%)
$179,200 + $706,100
$885,300
2021
$16,396 (−2.3%)
$179,200 + $706,100
$885,300
2020
$16,776 (−0.8%)
$179,200 + $706,100
$885,300
2019
$16,907 (+31.0%)
$179,200 + $728,300
$907,500
2018
$12,902 (+3.5%)
$134,200 + $480,200
$614,400
2017
$12,470 (+10.2%)
$134,200 + $480,100
$614,300
2016
$11,314 (+2.5%)
$134,200 + $420,400
$554,600
2015
$11,037
$134,200 + $420,400
$554,600
2014
$11,042 (+1.0%)
$134,200 + $420,400
$554,600
2013
$10,937
$134,200 + $422,400
$556,600
*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
3.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.84 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
4,924
Year built
1988
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Rockingham County
APN
572303
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on May 15, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking & Garage
Garage Capacity: 3
Location: Attached
Auto Open, Direct Entry, Finished, Heated
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (full): 1
# of Baths (3/4): 2
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Basement Access: Interior
Concrete, Concrete Floor, Stairs - Interior, Storage Space
Cable - At Site, Gas - LP/Bottle, High Speed Intrnt -AtSite, Underground Utilities
Location
School Information
School District: Exeter School District SAU #16
Elementary School: Stratham Memorial School
Elementary School: Stratham Memorial School
Middle/Jr School: Cooperative Middle School
Neighborhood Information
Near Shopping
Road Information
Road Frontage: Yes
Road Frontage Length: 249
Paved, Public
Address Information
Plan Survey Number: D-10241
Other Location Information
Directions: From Portsmouth Ave (Rt. 108/Rt. 33), turn onto Stratham Heights Road. Home is on left past Apple Way just before Robinwood Center. Gated entry. Security cameras.
Block: 0
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 4,924
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 1.84 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1988
Year Renovated: —
County: Rockingham County
APN: 572303
Home facts updated by county records on May 14, 2026