36 State Street, Portsmouth, NH

$2,249,000

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2

Beds

2

Baths

2,982

Square feet

0.03

Acres

About 36 State Street

Distinguished 1814 brick townhome in the heart of historic downtown Portsmouth offering a rare blend of luxury, flexibility, and long-term investment value. Enjoy iconic views of the Piscataqua River, Prescott Park, and Strawbery Banke Museumâjust steps from Market Square, the waterfront, renowned dining, boutiques, and cultural attractions. The ground floor, currently commercial with soaring 10â ceilings, offers exceptional potential for conversion to high-end residential or continued mixed-use, opening to a private pocket garden/courtyard and shared one-car parking. Upper levels provide refined living spaces with exposed brick and beams, Rumford-style wood-burning fireplace, formal living and dining areas, solarium with park and river views, private deck for outdoor entertaining, and multiple flexible-use rooms ideal for bedrooms or offices. The fourth floor features two bedrooms with custom built-ins and a tiled three-quarter bath. Full basement with ample storage and second washer/dryer hookup. Retain mixed-use income potential or create a full four-story luxury residence totaling up to 2,982 SFâan exceptionally rare offering in downtown Portsmouth. Great opportunity to purchase and entire building in one of the most central locations that this city has to offer. Under an hour from Boston's Logan International Airport. Unit offers a rented garage and a rear pocket garden that may also be capable of parking a very small car onsite with modifications.Offered below city assessment, presenting outstanding value in one of New Hampshireâs most sought-after waterfront cities.

Features of 36 State Street

MLS® # 5075026
Price $2,249,000
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2.00
Full Baths 1
Square Footage 2,982
Acres 0.03
Year Built 1850
Type Residential
Sub-Type Residential
Status Active

Community Information

Address 36 State Street
Area Portsmouth
City Portsmouth
County Rockingham
State NH
Zip Code 03801

Amenities

Utilities Cable at Site, Gas On-Site, Underground Gas, Telephone at Site
Is Waterfront No
Waterfront River
Has Pool No

Interior

Interior Carpet, Hardwood, Softwood, Tile
Appliances Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Heating Natural Gas, Hot Air, Multi Zone
Cooling Central AC
Fireplace No
# of Stories 4

Exterior

Roof Asphalt Shingle
Waterfront Name Piscataqua River

School Information

District Portsmouth
Elementary Little Harbor School
Middle Portsmouth Middle School
High Portsmouth High School

Additional Information

Date Listed January 27th, 2026
Days on Market 40
Zoning CD4

Listing Details

AgentPatrick Carey
OfficeCarey Giampa, LLC/Seabrook Beach

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