$1,375,000
SOLD MAY 30, 2025
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,485 Sq Ft
1,742 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$926 Per Sq Ft

4% Below List Price

65 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Water Views
  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Softwood Flooring
  • Little Harbour School Rated A
  • Deck
  • 3-minute walk to South Street Playground

About This Home

As of May 2025

Rooted in Portsmouth's rich coastal history 24 Holmes Ct beautifully blends period charm with modern living. This meticulously maintained home in the heart of the South End offers a rare opportunity to own a piece of Portsmouth's heritage, thoughtfully updated to suit today’s lifestyle.Step inside to discover light-filled, inviting spaces throughout. The main living areas exude warmth & character, with carefully considered details in every room. The kitchen & dining area are a chef's dream, featuring high-end Viking Professional appliances, a double dishwasher, beautiful cabinetry & textured black granite counters.The spacious living room offers plenty of room for furnishings & a cozy gas fireplace, making it a perfect spot to unwind. Also on the first floor is a full bath and access to the blue stone patio, which extends your living space outdoors. The front & rear entrances are both elegant and practical, showcasing locally made wrought iron railings.On the second floor, the large east-facing primary bedroom suite provides breathtaking water views & opens to a private 7x14 deck through double French doors—an ideal spot for morning coffee or evening relaxation. The bathroom suite is unique with a spacious shower featuring a stunning tile & pebble floor.A rare feature in this highly sought-after area is the one-car garage, and off-street parking for a second vehicle. From the exterior paint to the extensive landscaping, every thoughtful detail is in place.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Christopher Austin

Great Island Realty LLC License #067339 Listed on: 03/03/2025

Co-Listed By

Emil Uliano

Great Island Realty LLC License #067788

Last Buyer's Agent

Evan Douglass

KW Coastal and Lakes & Mountains Realty/Portsmouth License #070557

KW Coastal and Lakes & Mountains Realty/Portsmouth

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $13,873

Year Built

  • Built in 1882

Lot Details

  • 1,742 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property is zoned GRB

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Parking Storage or Cabinetry
  • Brick Driveway
  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Antique Architecture
  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Living Room
  • Combination Kitchen and Dining Room
  • Water Views

Kitchen

  • Gas Range
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Softwood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Interior Basement Entry

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio

Schools

  • Little Harbor Elementary School
  • Portsmouth Middle School
  • Portsmouth High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Internet Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Block 0015
  • Assessor Parcel Number 0101

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$13,873

Year Built

Built in 1882

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Directions: From South Street take a right on Marcy St and left on Holmes Crt. The parking for the home is accessed by using Walden St.
  • Seasonal: No
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1882
  • Display On Internet: Internet - Cable
  • Architectural Style: Antique, Cape
  • ResoLotFeatures: Water View
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
  • Co List Office Mls Id: 2945-0
  • MLS Status: (20) Closed - Closed
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1485.0
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • ResoPropertyCondition: Existing
  • Flood_Zone: No
  • Foreclosed_Or_Bank_Owned_Or_REO: No
  • Mobile_Home: No
  • Pre_Construction: No
  • Room_1_Type: Kitchen/Dining
  • Room_2_Type: Living Room
  • Room_4_Type: Primary BR Suite
  • SqFt_Apx_Total_Finished: 1485
  • SqFt_Apx_Unfn_Above_Grade: 0
  • SqFt_Apx_Unfn_Below_Grade: 544
  • SqFt_Apx_Total: 2029
  • Basement_Access_Type: Interior
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Hood, Microwave, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater - On Demand
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Flooring: Softwood, Tile
  • Basement: Concrete Floor, Full, Storage Space
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Driveway: Brick/Pavers, Paved
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Patio
  • Roof: Shingle - Asphalt
  • Construction Type: Wood Frame, Clapboard
  • Foundation Details: Stone w/ Skim Coating

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1.0
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Storage Above, Off Street, Attached

Utilities

  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Utilities: Cable Available
  • Water Source: Public

Schools

  • Elementary School: Little Harbor School
  • High School: Portsmouth High School
  • Middle Or Junior School: Portsmouth Middle School

Lot Info

  • Surveyed: Unknown
  • Zoning: GRB
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.04
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 1742.0

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: 13873.0
  • Tax Block: 0015
  • Tax Lot: 0000
  • Tax Map Number: 0101

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 3, 2025
Closed on
May 30, 2025
Sold by
Black Ft and Black
Bought by
Craddock Dc Residenc T and Craddock C
Seller's Agent
Christopher Austin
Great Island Realty LLC
Buyer's Agent
Evan Douglass
KW Coastal and Lakes & Mountains Realty/Portsmouth
List Price
$1,435,000
Sold Price
$1,375,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$60,000
-4.18%
Views
88

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.33%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 27, 2015
Closed on
Oct 1, 2015
Sold by
Miguel Jose L and Miguel Myong S
Bought by
Black John D
Seller's Agent
Sandra Dika
KW Coastal and Lakes & Mountains Realty
Buyer's Agent
Emil Uliano
Great Island Realty LLC
List Price
$675,000
Sold Price
$674,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$1,000
-0.15%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.65%
Original Mortgage
$539,200
Interest Rate
3.95%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 2, 2007
Sold by
Howser Howard Brett
Bought by
Sanmiguel Jose Luis and Trest-Sanmiguel Myong S

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 18, 1997
Sold by
Broulotte Claire D
Bought by
Eavenson Janet G
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $1,375,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $1,375,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $674,000 --
Warranty Deed $674,000 --
Deed $390,000 --
Deed $390,000 --
Warranty Deed $225,000 --
Warranty Deed $225,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $500,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $395,000 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Previous Owner $100,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $539,200 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $268,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $150,000 Unknown
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/30/2025 05/30/25 Sold $1,375,000 -4.2% $926 / Sq Ft
05/07/2025 05/07/25 Pending -- -- --
04/01/2025 04/01/25 Price Changed $1,435,000 0.0% $966 / Sq Ft
04/01/2025 04/01/25 For Sale $1,435,000 -3.4% $966 / Sq Ft
03/06/2025 03/06/25 Off Market $1,485,000 -- --
03/03/2025 03/03/25 For Sale $1,485,000 +120.3% $1,000 / Sq Ft
09/30/2015 09/30/15 Sold $674,000 -0.1% $488 / Sq Ft
08/30/2015 08/30/15 Pending -- -- --
08/27/2015 08/27/15 For Sale $675,000 -- $489 / 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 $13,873 $1,240,900 $576,500 $664,400
2023 $12,572 $779,400 $354,000 $425,400
2022 $11,847 $779,400 $354,000 $425,400
2021 $11,714 $779,400 $354,000 $425,400
2020 $11,457 $779,400 $354,000 $425,400
2019 $11,641 $783,400 $354,000 $429,400
2018 $10,725 $677,100 $295,400 $381,700
2017 $10,414 $677,100 $295,400 $381,700
2016 $9,548 $560,300 $226,300 $334,000
2015 $9,231 $549,800 $226,300 $323,500
2014 $10,011 $553,100 $237,200 $315,900
2013 $9,906 $553,100 $237,200 $315,900
2012 $9,707 $553,100 $237,200 $315,900
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: PrimeMLS

MLS Number: 5030816

PrimeMLS

APN: PRSM-000101-000015