5
Beds
7
Baths
6,723
Sq Ft
0.52
Acres
Highlights
- Spa
- Deck
- Multiple Fireplaces
- Rye Elementary School Rated A
- Contemporary Architecture
- Cathedral Ceiling
About This Home
As of June 2024Premier location! Quintessential residence in desirable Straws Point. Double doors lead you into this magnificent home. Distinctive craftsmanship include tall ceilings, coffered ceilings, barreled ceiling, beadboard ceilings, custom wrought iron accents, eye brow window and massive beach stone wood fireplace. Dramatic walls of glass in the kitchen, great room and dining room are spectacular. Savor the gourmet eat in kitchen with deck access for outdoor eating. Living room, family room and den feature wood fireplaces. Many built ins for storage and entertainment areas. Sensational master bedroom suite with 3 walk in closets, a marble bath fashioned after a suite at the Ritz and private deck with panoramic water views of Jenness Beach. There are 4 additional attractive bedrooms with ensuite baths for family and guests. Most bathrooms have floor to ceiling custom tile and most closets have California closets systems. Superior finished lower level family room, exercise room and walkout to private enclosed backyard. Interior offers the highest quality for phenomenal entertaining, for your family, friends and for working from home. Numerous outdoor living spaces include a screen porch, a bluestone patio, a wrap around deck and 2 additional deck areas. Mature landscaping, stone details, 2 car attached garage and copper roof accents. Originally built in 1880, this magnificent property was known as the "Tea Room" for all the summer residents of exclusive Straws Point.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Carey Giampa, LLC/Rye License #008699 Listed on: 07/10/2020
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $21,148
Year Built
- Built in 1880
Lot Details
- 0.52 Acre Lot
- Landscaped
- Level Lot
- Irrigation
- Property is zoned SRE
Parking
- 2 Car Direct Access Garage
- Automatic Garage Door Opener
Home Design
- Contemporary Architecture
- Modern Architecture
- Concrete Foundation
- Stone Foundation
- Wood Frame Construction
- Shingle Roof
- Shingle Siding
Interior Spaces
- 2-Story Property
- Wet Bar
- Bar
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Multiple Fireplaces
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Dining Area
- Storage
- Home Security System
Kitchen
- Gas Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Wine Cooler
- Kitchen Island
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
- Walk-In Closet
- Soaking Tub
Laundry
- Laundry on main level
- Dryer
- Washer
Finished Basement
- Walk-Out Basement
- Connecting Stairway
- Dirt Floor
- Basement Storage
Outdoor Features
- Spa
- Deck
- Patio
Schools
- Rye Elementary School
- Rye Junior High School
- Portsmouth High School
Utilities
- Zoned Heating and Cooling
- Baseboard Heating
- Hot Water Heating System
- Heating System Uses Oil
- Radiant Heating System
- Private Sewer
- Cable TV Available
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Block 097
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 11, 2024
Closed on
Jun 11, 2024
Sold by
Altmeyer Mark and Altmeyer Sharon
Bought by
Solomon Phillip J
Seller's Agent
Jim Giampa
Carey Giampa, LLC/Rye
Buyer's Agent
Alan DeAngelo
Compass New England, LLC
List Price
$4,200,000
Sold Price
$3,950,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$250,000
-5.95%
Views
128
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$248,979
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.82%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 10, 2020
Closed on
Sep 22, 2020
Sold by
Deveau David R and Deveau Melissa
Bought by
Altmeyer Mark and Altmeyer Sharon
Seller's Agent
Lauren Stone
Carey Giampa, LLC/Rye
Buyer's Agent
Kate Adler
H&K REALTY
List Price
$2,500,000
Sold Price
$2,400,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$100,000
-4%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
14.17%
Original Mortgage
$1,000,000
Interest Rate
2.88%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 11, 2013
Sold by
Vanrossum Patricia C
Bought by
Deveau David R and Deveau Melissa
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 25, 1999
Sold by
Bacon Paul R and Bacon Helen C
Bought by
Vanrossum Patricia C
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,000,000
Interest Rate
7.09%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $3,950,000 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $3,950,000 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $3,950,000 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $2,400,000 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $2,400,000 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $2,400,000 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $1,600,000 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $1,100,000 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $1,600,000 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $1,100,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $1,000,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $200,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $1,000,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Closed | $0 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/27/2024 06/27/24 | Sold | $3,950,000 | -6.0% | $588 / Sq Ft |
| 05/29/2024 05/29/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/11/2024 04/11/24 | For Sale | $4,200,000 | +75.0% | $625 / Sq Ft |
| 09/25/2020 09/25/20 | Sold | $2,400,000 | -4.0% | $357 / Sq Ft |
| 07/27/2020 07/27/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/10/2020 07/10/20 | For Sale | $2,500,000 | -- | $372 / Sq Ft |
Source: PrimeMLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $25,799 | $2,979,100 | $1,106,600 | $1,872,500 |
| 2023 | $23,922 | $2,979,100 | $1,106,600 | $1,872,500 |
| 2022 | $20,794 | $2,979,100 | $1,106,600 | $1,872,500 |
| 2021 | $21,085 | $2,063,100 | $885,700 | $1,177,400 |
| 2020 | $21,032 | $2,057,900 | $885,700 | $1,172,200 |
| 2019 | $20,763 | $2,031,600 | $885,700 | $1,145,900 |
| 2018 | $20,539 | $2,031,600 | $885,700 | $1,145,900 |
| 2017 | $20,503 | $2,028,000 | $885,700 | $1,142,300 |
| 2016 | $21,240 | $1,988,800 | $805,500 | $1,183,300 |
| 2013 | $16,799 | $1,531,400 | $516,900 | $1,014,500 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Jim Giampa
Seller's Agent in 2024
Jim Giampa
Carey Giampa, LLC/Rye
(603) 235-5887
18 in this area
108 Total Sales
-
Alan DeAngelo
Buyer's Agent in 2024
Alan DeAngelo
Compass New England, LLC
(617) 212-8333
1 in this area
48 Total Sales
-
Lauren Stone
Seller's Agent in 2020
Lauren Stone
Carey Giampa, LLC/Rye
(603) 944-1368
34 in this area
365 Total Sales
-
Kate Adler
Buyer's Agent in 2020
Kate Adler
H&K REALTY
(603) 502-1563
1 in this area
26 Total Sales
Map
Source: PrimeMLS
MLS Number: 4815856
APN: RYEE-000084-000000-000097
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