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98 Locust Avenue Portsmouth

$998,000
3 2.5 2,977 sq ft

The Property

First time to market in over 50 years! Welcome to Watson Farm circa 1850.This carefully restored center-chimney colonial blends classic charm with modern conveniences.This handsome antique property has been lovingly cared for by the owner of 57 years. Enter thru the oversized mudroom to fully updated kitchen with original pine floors, custom cabinetry and the finest stainless appliances. The kitchen is also home to one of 6 working fireplaces with sitting area and dining table.A cozy sunroom overlooks stonewalls, an English garden with roses,6 specimen trees and a lovely outbuilding with its own fireplace. A conveniently located butler’s pantry with glass built-ins and copper sink is functional and perfect for entertaining.

Formal dining and living rooms with respective fireplaces lead to a home office and the den/keeping room with a wall of buit-ins. A powder room completes this level.Second floor consists of a primary bedroom with working fireplace, a with walk-in closet/dressing area and separate sitting room with built-in shelves. There’s 2 additional bedrooms and 2 full baths on this level.Full walk-up attic in house and over garage offers plenty of storage and expansion possibilities. Some updates include restored windows by Newport Restoration, young roof, new heating system and central air. This meticulously maintained home is a blend of timeless elegance while seamlessly integrating today’s busy lifestyle.

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Listing Details

MLS Number

1367563

Lot Size:

0.75 acres

Features

  • Basement: Full, Bulkhead, Unfinished, Common, Storage Space, Utility, Wine Cellar, Work Shop
  • Bus
  • Commuter Bus
  • Golf
  • Highway Access
  • Hospital
  • Interstate
  • Marina
  • Private School
  • Public School
  • Recreational Facilities
  • Restaurants
  • Schools
  • Shopping
  • Near Swimming
  • Tennis
  • Fireplace: Brick
  • Heating: Oil, Forced Air, Zoned
  • Heating Fuel: Oil, Forced Air, Zoned
  • Garage: 1
  • Out Building
  • Type: Colonial
  • Year Built: 1850

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Market Trends for Single Family Homes
in Portsmouth

  • Overview
    Homes for Sale Today41-95.5% decrease in inventory
    New on Market *7-66.7% decrease in new listings
    Avg. Asking Price/Sq.Ft. *$528.38$77 increase in List Price/Sq.Ft.
    Avg. Sale Price *$669,500$273,495 decrease in Avg. Sale Price
    Avg. Sale Price as % of Asking Price *115.06%17.7% increase in Sales to List Price
    Avg. Sale Price/Sq.Ft. *$440.40$40 decrease in Sale Price/Sq.Ft.
    Avg. Days on Market of Sold *1495 decrease in days on market

    * All data is calculated based on the last 30 days

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Listed by Gustave White Sotheby's Realty

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