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Updated Duplex with Studio
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$1,325,000

491 Marcy St, Portsmouth, NH 03801

Historic two-unit property with flexible living arrangements, private outdoor areas, and a separate-entry studio apartment.

Property Size1,800 SF
Price / SF$736.11
Days on Market10

Property Features for 491 Marcy St

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 1,800 SF
Total Parking Spaces 1
Property subtype Multi-Family

Additional Details

Utilities to Site Yes
Multifamily Units 2

Amenities

private sauna
private patio
storage shed

Building Details

Year Built 1750
Year Renovated 2025
Buildings 1
Listing Agency: Duston Leddy Real Estate
Listed By: Kirstin Stallkamp
Source: Langelange
Added: Aug 21 Changed: Aug 28 Last Checked: Aug 29 at 11:53AM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

Built in 1750, this 1,800-square-foot Portsmouth duplex combines historic character with a flexible residential layout. The property is currently arranged as a primary home with a two-room studio apartment, while the configuration can also function as a side-by-side duplex or single-family residence. The studio has a private entrance and a spa-style bathroom with a private sauna. Both residences offer private patio areas, and the oversized shed provides storage or workshop space.

Exterior improvements completed in 2025 include a new roof, four skylights, replacement windows, cedar siding on the front façade, Hardie cement board siding on the sides and rear, and blown-in insulation. Additional features include natural gas heat, public water and sewer, two 100-amp electrical panels, and one off-street parking spot. The property is located near Prescott Park, Strawbery Banke, the Piscataqua River waterfront, and Portsmouth restaurants, boutiques, and entertainment.

Key Highlights

  • Legal two‑unit property at 491 Marcy St, Portsmouth, NH 03801
  • 1,800 SF residential property built in 1750
  • Flexible layout: single‑family home, side‑by‑side duplex, or home with 2‑room studio apartment

Property Analytics

Current Use

Duplexes

Suggested Use

Top Pick (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Locksmith Pharmacy Home Appliance Store Pet Grooming Service Catering Service

Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Lease Details

2
Residential units
Yes
Utilities to site

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

1,642
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 03801, NH

22,767
Population
11,448
Households
2
Avg Household Size
43
Median Age
63%
College-Educated
98%
High-School Grad
23.8 sq mi
ZIP Area
957
Density / Sq Mi
$106,520
Median Household Income
$65,984
Median Earnings
$1,783
Median Rent
$647,500
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Multifamily in Northeast region

4% 2022
4.6% 2023
5.3% 2024
5.6% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Duplex - Historic two-unit property with flexible living arrangements, private outdoor areas, and a separate-entry studio apartment.
Where is this duplex located?
The property is located at 491 Marcy St Portsmouth, NH.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $1,325,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Legal two‑unit property at 491 Marcy St, Portsmouth, NH 03801; 1,800 SF residential property built in 1750; Flexible layout: single‑family home, side‑by‑side duplex, or home with 2‑room studio apartment
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