Active under contract

Listed by: Great Island Realty LLC

$875,000

417 Lafayette Road, Portsmouth, NH 03801

3beds

2,072sqft

Est.:

Single Family Residence

Built in 1940

0.4 Acres Lot

$901,700 Zestimate^®

$422/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Generously sized lotSpacious layoutOriginal woodworkTimeless architectural details

Charming Sun-Filled Cape in Portsmouth. Adorable and filled with natural light, this beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 3-bath Cape offers warmth, character, and an effortless flow throughout. Sited on a generously sized lot, the home showcases original woodwork and timeless architectural details that add depth and charm at every turn. The spacious layout includes an expansive living room ideal for gathering and entertaining, along with a large private office perfect for today’s work from home lifestyle. Sunlight pours into every corner, creating a bright and welcoming atmosphere year-round. A true value in Portsmouth, this home offers the best of city living, just moments to acclaimed restaurants, vibrant arts and theatre, waterfront walks, and boutique shopping, all while providing a fantastic commuter location for easy access north or south. A rare opportunity to own a character filled home with space, sunshine, and an unbeatable lifestyle location.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 3
Full bathrooms: 1
3/4 bathrooms: 1
1/2 bathrooms: 1

Heating

Oil, Baseboard, Hot Water

Cooling

Mini Split

Appliances

Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Electric Range, Refrigerator
Laundry: 1st Floor Laundry

Features

Dining Area, Kitchen/Family
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
Basement: Concrete,Full,Storage Space,Exterior Entry,Basement Stairs,Interior Entry
Has fireplace: Yes
Fireplace features: Wood Burning

Interior area

Total structure area: 2,942
Total interior livable area: 2,072 sqft
Finished area above ground: 2,072
Finished area below ground: 0

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Property

Parking

Total spaces: 4
Parking features: Paved, Driveway, Parking Spaces 4
Garage spaces: 1
Has uncovered spaces: Yes

Features

Levels: Two
Stories: 2
Exterior features: Deck
Fencing: Partial
Frontage length: Road frontage: 116

Lot

Size: 0.4 Acres
Features: Level, In Town, Near Shopping, Neighborhood, Near Public Transit, Near School(s)

Details

Parcel number: PRSMM0230B0023L
Zoning description: SRB

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Cape
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Wood Frame, Vinyl Exterior
Foundation: Concrete
Roof: Asphalt Shingle

Condition

New construction: No
Year built: 1940

Utilities & green energy

Electric: 100 Amp Service
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities for property: Cable Available

Community & HOA

Location

Region: Portsmouth

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $422/sqft
Tax assessed value: $747,600
Annual tax amount: $8,358
Date on market: 2/24/2026

Estimated market value

$901,700

$857,000 - $947,000

$4,297/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
2/24/2026	Listed for sale	$875,000+105.9%$422/sqft
Source: PrimeMLS #5077401 Report a problem
3/23/2015	Sold	$425,000+32.8%$205/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
12/23/2013	Sold	$320,000$154/sqft
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2024	$8,358 +9.9%	$747,600 +58.6%
2023	$7,602 +6.1%	$471,300
2022	$7,164 +3.4%	$471,300
2020	$6,928 -1.1%	$471,300
2019	$7,004 +3.6%	$471,300 +10.4%
2018	$6,761 +6%	$426,800 +2.9%
2017	$6,377 +7.9%	$414,600 +19.5%
2016	$5,911 +2.5%	$346,900 +1%
2015	$5,769 +8%	$343,600 +16.4%
2014	$5,341	$295,100