"The Durfee Tea House" is a lovingly restored historic home, located in the coveted "Glen" neighborhood of South Portsmouth. This enchanting property is on Portsmouth's historic register. The original Farmhouse is circa 1820, with an addition built in 1989 to include a spacious Master Suite. Step onto the welcoming front porch as you enter the vintage part of the home. 5 working fireplaces, a living music/room, library with built-in book shelves, formal dining room, and eat in country kitchen. 2 Storage and butler pantries. Side entrance with mudroom. Upstairs there are 3 generous sized bedrooms, bathroom and laundry room. A private Master ensuite, has cathedral ceilings and ample closet space. The large screened in porch overlooks the private 1.29 acres. This park like setting has an orchard, potager/herb garden, and renovated hen house. Fully renovated, 2 story barn adds an additional 1,256 sq ft of living space. A 1st floor fully equipped commercial kitchen, half bath, workshop/garden room, and a large 2nd floor office/studio with cathedral ceilings. This charming home has all the character of its era, with a modern aesthetic and amenities. New septic in 2016, central air, solar panels, full property water filtration system and high end appliances. The Glen Farm Park, Polo Grounds, horseback riding, organic grocery store, gourmet cheese shop, restaurants, and yoga studio are a short distance away. A quick drive to the areas best beaches, and downtown Newport.
Single-familyProperty Type
1820Year Built
1.29 acresLot Size
$604Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
4 spacesParking
Listed by Kim Fleming• Gustave White Sotheby's Realty
Bought with Nancy Sevich• Hogan Associates Christie's
HISTORIC COLONIAL C1820 ON 1.29 ACRS OF PEACEFUL COUNTRY PRISTINELY UPDATED AND RESTORED. FABULOUS FLOW FROM INSIDE THIS ELEGANT FARMHOUSE TO OUTSIDE LANDSCAPED GARDEN. BRIGHT, LARGE STUDIO SPACE OVER ORIGINAL BARN.
RIS #443343
Nov 8, 2016
Price Changed
$895,000
$286/sq ft
May 6, 2005
Listing Removed
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Jul 12, 2004
Listed
$925,000
$296/sq ft
RIS #116384
Apr 30, 2002
Sold
$675,000
$216/sq ft
Apr 2, 2002
Listing Removed
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Oct 16, 2001
Listed
$750,000
$240/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$11,126 (+0.8%)
$293,300 + $544,500
$837,800
2024
$11,042 (+3.1%)
$293,300 + $544,500
$837,800
2023
$10,707 (+10.2%)
$293,300 + $544,500
$837,800
2022
$9,717 (+1.6%)
$257,200 + $367,300
$624,500
2021
$9,561 (+1.6%)
$257,200 + $367,300
$624,500
2020
$9,411 (−16.6%)
$257,200 + $367,300
$624,500
2019
$11,285 (+2.7%)
$190,700 + $497,400
$688,100
2018
$10,989 (+6.2%)
$190,700 + $497,400
$688,100
2017
$10,345 (+5.5%)
$190,700 + $480,200
$670,900
2016
$9,808 (+1.3%)
$201,900 + $411,100
$613,000
2015
$9,685
$201,900 + $411,100
$613,000
2014
$9,685 (−4.6%)
$201,900 + $411,100
$613,000
2013
$10,148 (+2.0%)
$219,600 + $478,800
$698,400
2012
$9,945
$219,600 + $478,800
$698,400
Tax history for 82 Glen Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$11,126 (+0.8%)
$293,300 + $544,500
$837,800
2024
$11,042 (+3.1%)
$293,300 + $544,500
$837,800
2023
$10,707 (+10.2%)
$293,300 + $544,500
$837,800
2022
$9,717 (+1.6%)
$257,200 + $367,300
$624,500
2021
$9,561 (+1.6%)
$257,200 + $367,300
$624,500
2020
$9,411 (−16.6%)
$257,200 + $367,300
$624,500
2019
$11,285 (+2.7%)
$190,700 + $497,400
$688,100
2018
$10,989 (+6.2%)
$190,700 + $497,400
$688,100
2017
$10,345 (+5.5%)
$190,700 + $480,200
$670,900
2016
$9,808 (+1.3%)
$201,900 + $411,100
$613,000
2015
$9,685
$201,900 + $411,100
$613,000
2014
$9,685 (−4.6%)
$201,900 + $411,100
$613,000
2013
$10,148 (+2.0%)
$219,600 + $478,800
$698,400
2012
$9,945
$219,600 + $478,800
$698,400
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.29 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
3,128
Year built
1820
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Newport County
APN
103675
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jun 22, 2026.
Apr 21, 2026 • Final
Mechanical
Gas
HVAC
Mar 21, 2017 • Final
Historic electrical
Electrical
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