NOT LISTED FOR SALE

198 Islington St Unit 5 Portsmouth, NH 03801

West End Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $577,825 - $758,000

1 Bed
1 Bath
738 Sq Ft
$252/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold August 24, 2017

Last sale price $428,000 $580 Per Sq Ft

Est. 54% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,409/month

7 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Deck
  • 2 Car Direct Access Garage
  • Little Harbour School Rated A
  • Wood Flooring
  • 4-minute walk to Rye Harbor State Park

About This Home

As of August 2017

Ideally situated in Downtown Portsmouth, Islington Place Condominiums are just a short stroll to "everything Portsmouth". Enjoy walking to great restaurants, boutiques, sidewalk cafes, riverfront parks, farmers market, library, coffee shops, and more. Or bike to the beach nearby. This one bedroom condo is privately situated in the back of the new portion of the building with elevator access. The open concept design is light and airy with high ceilings and natural light. A gas fireplace, hardwood floors, quartz counter tops, stainless appliances with gas cooking, washer and dryer included all add to the charm. Deeded garage parking for two cars is a huge plus in downtown Portsmouth. The spacious roof top furnished deck is a great place to watch the Portsmouth fireworks or relax and enjoy a sunset at cocktail hour. There bicycle room for storage, and mail room. Pets are allowed. Come seize this great opportunity!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Lisa MacBride

The Gove Group Real Estate, LLC License #012033 Listed on: 06/30/2017

Last Buyer's Agent

Mary Elliott

The Gove Group Real Estate, LLC License #051741

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,425

Year Built

  • Built in 2013

Lot Details

  • Landscaped
  • Lot Sloped Up

HOA Fees

  • $252 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Direct Access Garage
  • Tuck Under Parking
  • Heated Garage
  • Automatic Garage Door Opener
  • Shared Driveway
  • Deeded Parking
  • Assigned Parking

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Poured Concrete
  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Architectural Shingle Roof
  • Clap Board Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 738 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Blinds
  • Window Screens
  • Storage
  • Intercom

Kitchen

  • Gas Range
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Bedroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Outdoor Storage

Location

  • Interior Unit

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Gas Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Legal Lot and Block 0005 / 0020
  • 17% Total Tax Rate

Community Details

Overview

  • Master Insurance
  • Islington Place Condos
  • Maintained Community

Amenities

  • Community Storage Space

Security

  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,425

Year Built

Built in 2013

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$252 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Status Detail: Closed
  • Style: Colonial, Inside Row
  • Directions: From Islington Street in Portsmouth, 198 is south of Summer St, and across from Mobil and The Kitchen Restaurant.
  • Units per Building: 14
  • Construction: Existing
  • Total Stories: 1
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 579.95
  • Property Class: Residential
  • Property Type: Condo
  • Year Built: 2013
  • Remarks Public: Ideally situated in Downtown Portsmouth, Islington Place Condominiums are just a short stroll to "everything Portsmouth". Enjoy walking to great restaurants, boutiques, sidewalk cafes, riverfront parks, farmers market, library, coffee shops, and more. Or bike to the beach nearby. This one bedroom condo is privately situated in the back of the new portion of the building with elevator access. The open concept design is light and airy with high ceilings and natural light. A gas fireplace, hardwood floors, quartz counter tops, stainless appliances with gas cooking, washer and dryer included all add to the charm. Deeded garage parking for two cars is a huge plus in downtown Portsmouth. The spacious roof top furnished deck is a great place to watch the Portsmouth fireworks or relax and enjoy a sunset at cocktail hour. There bicycle room for storage, and mail room. Pets are allowed. Come seize this great opportunity!
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher - Energy Star, Disposal, Dryer - Energy Star, Exhaust Hood, Microwave, Range - Gas, Refrigerator-Energy Star, Washer - Energy Star
  • Equipment: CO Detector, Intercom, Smoke Detector
  • Features Interior: Blinds, Ceiling Fan, Elevator, Elevator - Passenger, Fireplace - Gas, Kitchen Island, Master BR w/ BA, Natural Light, Security Doors, Storage - Indoor, Walk-in Closet, Laundry - 1st Floor
  • Total Bedrooms: 1
  • Flooring: Tile, Wood
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Level 1: Level 1: Kitchen, Level 1: Living Room, Level 1: Master Bedroom
  • Room 1: Kitchen, 14.5 x 14.5, On Level: 1
  • Room 2: Living Room, 15.5 x 14.5, On Level: 1
  • Room 3: Master Bedroom, 15.4 x 11.8, On Level: 1
  • Sq Ft - Apx Finished AG: 738
  • Sq Ft - Apx Total: 738
  • Sq Ft - Apx Total Finished: 738

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Wood Frame
  • Driveway: Common/Shared, Paved
  • Exterior: Clapboard
  • Foundation: Poured Concrete
  • Road Frontage: TBD
  • Roads: Public
  • Roof: Shingle - Architectural
  • Features Exterior: Trash, Deck, Storage, Window Screens

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Capacity: 2
  • Parking: Assigned, Deeded, Garage, On-Site, Under
  • Garage Type: Attached
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Description: Assigned, Auto Open, Direct Entry, Heated

Utilities

  • Electric: 200 Amp
  • Sewer: Public
  • Water: Public
  • Water Heater: Gas
  • Heating Fuel: Gas - Natural
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling: Central AC

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Fee: 252
  • Condo Fees: Yes
  • Condo Name: Islington Place
  • Association Amenities: Building Maintenance, Management Plan, Master Insurance, Storage - Indoor, Landscaping

Lot Info

  • Map: 0137
  • Lot: 0005
  • Lot Sq Ft: 11326
  • Common Land Acres: 0.26
  • Lot Acres: 0.26
  • Lot Description: Condo Development
  • Surveyed: Unknown
  • Zoning: CBB
  • Deed Book: 5525
  • Deed Page: 0898
  • Deed Recorded Type: Warranty
  • Unit/Lot Number: 5

Tax Info

  • Tax Rate: 17.04
  • Tax Gross Amount: 4425
  • Tax Year: 2017

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 30, 2017
Closed on
Aug 28, 2017
Sold by
Kelwey Joseph L and Kewley Barbara J
Bought by
Kuban Maureen E
Seller's Agent
Lisa MacBride
The Gove Group Real Estate, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Mary Elliott
The Gove Group Real Estate, LLC
List Price
$438,900
Sold Price
$428,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,900
-2.48%
Current Estimated Value
$660,706

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$232,706
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.42%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 9, 2013
Closed on
Apr 18, 2014
Sold by
Rkdolla Llc
Bought by
Kewley Joseph L and Kewley Barbara J
Seller's Agent
Erin Proulx
KW Coastal and Lakes & Mountains Realty/Portsmouth
Buyer's Agent
Marci Francis
KW Coastal and Lakes & Mountains Realty
List Price
$244,900
Sold Price
$268,000
Premium/Discount to List
$23,100
9.43%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
15.00%
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Kuban Maureen E $428,000 --
Kuban Maureen E $428,000 --
Kewley Joseph L $268,000 --
Kewley Joseph L $268,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Closed Kewley Joseph L $0
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/24/2017 08/24/17 Sold $428,000 -2.5% $580 / Sq Ft
07/07/2017 07/07/17 Pending -- -- --
06/30/2017 06/30/17 For Sale $438,900 +63.8% $595 / Sq Ft
04/18/2014 04/18/14 Sold $268,000 +9.4% $363 / Sq Ft
12/12/2013 12/12/13 Pending -- -- --
01/09/2013 01/09/13 For Sale $244,900 -- $332 / Sq Ft
Source: PrimeMLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $6,769 $605,500 $0 $605,500
2023 $6,463 $400,700 $0 $400,700
2022 $6,091 $400,700 $0 $400,700
2021 $6,023 $400,700 $0 $400,700
2020 $5,890 $400,700 $0 $400,700
2019 $5,954 $400,700 $0 $400,700
2018 $6,388 $403,300 $0 $403,300
2017 $6,203 $403,300 $0 $403,300
2016 $4,425 $259,700 $0 $259,700
2015 $4,360 $259,700 $0 $259,700
2014 $4,536 $250,600 $0 $250,600
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Lisa MacBride

    Seller's Agent in 2017

    Lisa MacBride

    The Gove Group Real Estate, LLC

    (603) 817-1337

    46 Total Sales

    Lisa MacBride
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  • Mary Elliott

    Buyer's Agent in 2017

    Mary Elliott

    The Gove Group Real Estate, LLC

    (603) 231-1773

    1 in this area

    164 Total Sales

    Mary Elliott
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  • Erin Proulx

    Seller's Agent in 2014

    Erin Proulx

    KW Coastal and Lakes & Mountains Realty/Portsmouth

    (603) 205-1488

    25 in this area

    244 Total Sales

    Erin Proulx
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  • Marci Francis

    Buyer's Agent in 2014

    Marci Francis

    KW Coastal and Lakes & Mountains Realty

    (802) 683-9187

    1 in this area

    99 Total Sales

    Marci Francis
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Map

Source: PrimeMLS

MLS Number: 4644476

PrimeMLS

APN: PRSM-000137-000020-000005

New Hampshire Rockingham County Portsmouth 03801 West End

198 Islington St Unit 5, Portsmouth, NH

This home is located at 198 Islington St Unit 5, Portsmouth, NH 03801 since 30 June 2017 and is currently estimated at $660,706, approximately $895 per square foot. This property was built in 2013. 198 Islington St Unit 5 is a home located in Rockingham County with nearby schools including Little Harbour School, Portsmouth Middle School, and Portsmouth High School.

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