$579,000
SOLD APR 17, 2025

408 Ocean Rd Portsmouth, NH 03801

2 Beds
1 Bath
875 Sq Ft
1.69 Acres

Recently Sold

$662 Per Sq Ft

34 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Deck
  • Triple Pane Windows
  • Mary C. Dondero Elementary School Rated A
  • Wood Flooring
  • Forced Air Heating System

About This Home

As of April 2025

This immaculate 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom cape home is a true gem nestled on 1.6+ acres. Brand new roof, triple pane windows and exterior doors throughout as well as a remolded kitchen! This home is a masterclass in maximizing charm per square inch. Wander inside to find gleaming hardwood floors! The expansive backyard isn’t just for show; it's a stage set for outdoor entertaining, stargazing, or simply soaking up the serenity. Plus, you’ll have bragging rights to a very large ice skating pond—because who needs an indoor rink when nature provides one? Location, location, location! You’ll be a stone’s throw from the vibrant life of Portsmouth and thanks to easy access to major highways and those stunning New Hampshire beaches, you'll be perfectly positioned for spontaneous beach days or city escapades. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to own a piece of Portsmouth charm. Open House Saturday March 15 from 11-1 and Sunday March 16th 1-3.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Margot Skelley

Compass New England, LLC License #060812 Listed on: 03/13/2025

Compass New England, LLC

Last Buyer's Agent

Casey Fontaine

Compass New England, LLC License #070389

Compass New England, LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,912

Year Built

  • Built in 1957

Lot Details

  • 1.69 Acre Lot
  • Property is zoned SRA

Parking

  • Paved Parking

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 1.75 Levels
  • Triple Pane Windows
  • Combination Kitchen and Dining Room
  • Basement
  • Interior Basement Entry

Kitchen

  • Gas Range
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Deck

Schools

  • Mary C. Dondero Elementary School
  • Portsmouth Middle School
  • Portsmouth High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Leach Field
  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • Trails

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 17
  • Assessor Parcel Number 293

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,912

Year Built

Built in 1957

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Directions: NH Route 33 to Ocean Road. Follow to #408.
  • Resort: No
  • Seasonal: No
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1957
  • Display On Internet: High Speed Intrnt -AtSite
  • Architectural Style: Cape
  • ResoLotFeatures: Trail/Near Trail, Walking Trails, Near Paths
  • Road Frontage Type: Paved, Public
  • PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
  • MLS Status: (20) Closed - Closed
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 875.0
  • Reso Accessibility Features: Paved Parking, 1st Floor Laundry
  • Reso Interior Features: Kitchen/Dining, Laundry - 1st Floor
  • Unit Levels: 1.75
  • 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: Bath - Full
  • Room_4_Type: Bedroom
  • Room_5_Type: Bedroom
  • SqFt_Apx_Total_Finished: 875
  • SqFt_Apx_Unfn_Above_Grade: 0
  • SqFt_Apx_Unfn_Below_Grade: 138
  • SqFt_Apx_Total: 1013
  • Basement_Access_Type: Interior
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
  • Basement: Bulkhead, Concrete Floor, Stairs - Interior, Interior Access
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Driveway: Paved
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Windows - Triple Pane
  • Roof: Shingle - Asphalt
  • Construction Type: Wood Frame
  • Foundation Details: Concrete

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No

Utilities

  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Sewer: Leach Field, Septic Tank
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling: None
  • Utilities: Cable
  • Water Source: Public

Schools

  • Elementary School: Mary C. Dondero Elementary
  • High School: Portsmouth High School
  • Middle Or Junior School: Portsmouth Middle School

Lot Info

  • Surveyed: Unknown
  • Zoning: SRA
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.69
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 73616.0

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Annual Amount: 4912.0
  • Tax Block: 0
  • Tax Lot: 17
  • Tax Map Number: 293

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 13, 2025
Closed on
Apr 17, 2025
Sold by
Fleshman Alexander and Fleshman Justine
Bought by
Schloesser Daniel J and Jacobs Rhiannon L
Seller's Agent
Margot Skelley
Compass New England, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Casey Fontaine
Compass New England, LLC
List Price
$579,000
Sold Price
$579,000
Views
28
Current Estimated Value
$572,194

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$6,806
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-4.62%
Original Mortgage
$550,050
Outstanding Balance
$550,050
Interest Rate
6.63%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$22,144

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 19, 2024
Closed on
Oct 28, 2024
Sold by
Rigg Thomas
Bought by
Fleshman Alexander G and Fleshman Justine
Seller's Agent
Tom Bonenfant
EXP Realty
Buyer's Agent
Michael Allen
Allen Family Real Estate
List Price
$425,000
Sold Price
$475,000
Premium/Discount to List
$50,000
11.76%
Views
66

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
52.39%
Original Mortgage
$403,750
Interest Rate
5.13%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 3, 2012
Closed on
Sep 21, 2012
Sold by
Polizzo Jeffrey J and Neller-Polizzo Sarah S
Bought by
Rigg Thomas L
Seller's Agent
Joe Leddy
Duston Leddy Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Joe Leddy
Duston Leddy Real Estate
List Price
$228,200
Sold Price
$234,700
Premium/Discount to List
$6,500
2.85%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.99%

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 3, 2012
Closed on
Sep 7, 2012
Sold by
Neller Alvin and Neller Wildred
Bought by
Neller-Polizzo Sarah S and Polizzo Jeffrey J
Seller's Agent
Joe Leddy
Duston Leddy Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Joe Leddy
Duston Leddy Real Estate
List Price
$228,200
Sold Price
$234,700
Premium/Discount to List
$6,500
2.85%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 25, 2006
Sold by
Martesen Jens C and Martesen Nicole L
Bought by
Neller Sarah S

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$224,000
Interest Rate
6.67%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 25, 2004
Sold by
Ward Peter T
Bought by
Martesen Jens C
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $579,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $579,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $475,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $475,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $475,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $234,700 --
Quit Claim Deed -- --
Deed $280,000 --
Deed $227,000 --
Warranty Deed $234,700 --
Quit Claim Deed -- --
Deed $280,000 --
Deed $227,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $550,050 Purchase Money Mortgage
Closed $550,050 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $403,750 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $258,700 Unknown
Previous Owner $224,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/17/2025 04/17/25 Sold $579,000 0.0% $662 / Sq Ft
03/19/2025 03/19/25 For Sale $579,000 0.0% $662 / Sq Ft
03/15/2025 03/15/25 Off Market $579,000 -- --
03/14/2025 03/14/25 For Sale $579,000 0.0% $662 / Sq Ft
03/14/2025 03/14/25 Off Market $579,000 -- --
03/13/2025 03/13/25 For Sale $579,000 +21.9% $662 / Sq Ft
10/28/2024 10/28/24 Sold $475,000 +11.8% $543 / Sq Ft
09/27/2024 09/27/24 Pending -- -- --
09/19/2024 09/19/24 For Sale $425,000 +81.1% $486 / Sq Ft
09/20/2012 09/20/12 Sold $234,700 +2.8% $268 / Sq Ft
05/09/2012 05/09/12 Pending -- -- --
05/03/2012 05/03/12 For Sale $228,200 -- $261 / 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 $5,563 $497,600 $263,200 $234,400
2023 $4,912 $304,500 $148,300 $156,200
2022 $4,628 $304,500 $148,300 $156,200
2021 $4,577 $304,500 $148,300 $156,200
2020 $4,476 $304,500 $148,300 $156,200
2019 $4,532 $305,000 $148,300 $156,700
2018 $4,685 $295,800 $158,600 $137,200
2017 $4,549 $295,800 $158,600 $137,200
2016 $4,132 $242,500 $130,700 $111,800
2015 $4,072 $242,500 $130,700 $111,800
2014 $4,348 $240,200 $130,700 $109,500
2013 $4,302 $240,200 $130,700 $109,500
2012 $3,989 $227,300 $130,700 $96,600
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Margot Skelley

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Margot Skelley

    Compass New England, LLC

    (603) 828-4669

    7 Total Sales

    Margot Skelley
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  • Casey Fontaine

    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Casey Fontaine

    Compass New England, LLC

    (603) 801-8069

    33 Total Sales

    Casey Fontaine
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  • Tom Bonenfant

    Seller's Agent in 2024

    Tom Bonenfant

    EXP Realty

    (603) 502-9007

    45 Total Sales

    Tom Bonenfant
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  • Michael Allen

    Buyer's Agent in 2024

    Michael Allen

    Allen Family Real Estate

    (603) 969-6082

    98 Total Sales

    Michael Allen
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  • Joe Leddy

    Seller's Agent in 2012

    Joe Leddy

    Duston Leddy Real Estate

    (603) 494-6864

    187 Total Sales

    Joe Leddy
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Map

Source: PrimeMLS

MLS Number: 5031989

PrimeMLS

APN: PRSM-000293-000017

New Hampshire Rockingham County Portsmouth 03801

408 Ocean Rd, Portsmouth, NH

This home is located at 408 Ocean Rd, Portsmouth, NH 03801 and is currently priced at $579,000, approximately $661 per square foot. This property was built in 1957. 408 Ocean Rd is a home located in Rockingham County with nearby schools including Mary C. Dondero Elementary School, Portsmouth Middle School, and Portsmouth High School.

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