Portsmouth
“New England's hippest harbor city”
$725K
Median home price
▲ 7.2% past year
About Portsmouth
Portsmouth blends colonial charm with a thriving food and arts scene. The downtown is walkable, the harbor is stunning, and the independent restaurant scene is among the best in New England. Tech and healthcare employers are nearby, and Boston is 90 minutes down I-95.
Market Snapshot
14
Days on market
median
$385
Price / sq ft
$11.51
Property tax
per $1,000 assessed
4.2%
Rental yield
avg gross
Quality of Life
Commute Times
55 min
to Manchester
60 min
to Concord
60 min
to Portland ME
90 min
to Boston
Amenities & Lifestyle
Ski resort
Lake / ocean
Hiking trails
Major airport
Regional airport
Pease Tradeport
Hospital
Downtown area
Seasons in Portsmouth
Spring
Cherry blossoms at Prescott Park
Summer
Harbor events and sailing regattas
Fall
Market Square Day and foliage tours
Winter
Holiday Parade of Lights along the waterfront
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