Seller's Agent in 2026
James Russ
Red Post Realty
(603) 498-0468
1 in this area
53 Total Sales
3
Beds
3
Baths
2,398
Sq Ft
0.26
Acres
Highlights
- Water Views
- Property is near an ocean
- Deck
- Rye Elementary School Rated A
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Contemporary Architecture
About This Home
As of January 2026Welcome to 20 Fair Hill Ave in Rye—where coastal living meets everyday comfort. Just a 2-minute stroll from Wallis Sands State Beach, this 3-bedroom, 3-bath home offers the perfect blend of charm and convenience. Each bedroom features its own en-suite bath, creating privacy and ease for both family and guests. Take in beautiful water views from the second and third floors, and enjoy peace of mind with many major system updates already in place. Set on a manageable 0.26-acre lot and benefiting from Rye’s famously low taxes, this 1987 beachside home is ready for its next chapter. It’s time to reimagine this house as your own and make lasting memories with your family—whether as a year-round residence or a seaside getaway.
Last Buyer's Agent
A non PrimeMLS customer
A Non PrimeMLS Agency
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $9,743
Year Built
- Built in 1987
Lot Details
- 0.26 Acre Lot
- Property is zoned GRES
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Contemporary Architecture
- Modern Architecture
- Concrete Foundation
- Wood Frame Construction
Interior Spaces
- Property has 3 Levels
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Den
- Carpet
- Water Views
- Walk-Out Basement
- Home Security System
Kitchen
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- En-Suite Bathroom
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Outdoor Features
- Property is near an ocean
- Deck
- Patio
Schools
- Rye Elementary School
- Rye Junior High School
- Portsmouth High School
Utilities
- Central Air
- Hot Water Heating System
- Septic Tank
- Cable TV Available
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 146
- Assessor Parcel Number 20.2
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 3, 2014
Sold by
Maheras James G and Maheras Patricia L
Bought by
Kimball Ft and Kimball
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 24, 1982
Bought by
Maheras James G
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Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | -- | |
| Deed | $58,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $500,000 | Unknown |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/16/2026 01/16/26 | Sold | $1,425,000 | -13.6% | $594 / Sq Ft |
| 12/15/2025 12/15/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/29/2025 10/29/25 | Price Changed | $1,650,000 | -15.4% | $688 / Sq Ft |
| 09/24/2025 09/24/25 | For Sale | $1,950,000 | -- | $813 / Sq Ft |
Source: PrimeMLS
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 | $9,621 | $1,111,000 | $742,900 | $368,100 |
| 2023 | $8,921 | $1,111,000 | $742,900 | $368,100 |
| 2022 | $7,755 | $1,111,000 | $742,900 | $368,100 |
| 2021 | $7,658 | $749,300 | $489,500 | $259,800 |
| 2020 | $7,562 | $749,300 | $489,500 | $259,800 |
| 2019 | $7,658 | $749,300 | $489,500 | $259,800 |
| 2018 | $7,488 | $757,800 | $489,500 | $268,300 |
| 2017 | $7,661 | $757,800 | $489,500 | $268,300 |
| 2016 | $7,624 | $713,900 | $445,000 | $268,900 |
| 2013 | $6,939 | $632,500 | $366,500 | $266,000 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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James Russ
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A
Buyer's Agent in 2026
A non PrimeMLS customer
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Map
Source: PrimeMLS
MLS Number: 5062847
APN: RYEE-000202-000000-000146
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