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Colonial Two-Unit Residential Income

491 Marcy Street Portsmouth, NH 03801

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491 Marcy Street, Portsmouth, NH, 03801
$1,325,000
For Sale
$1,325,000

MULTI_FAMILY - Colonial - Portsmouth, NH

Property Size1,800 SF
Lot Size0.07 Acres
Price / SF$736.11
Days on Market2

Property Features for 491 Marcy Street

General Information

Property type
Residential Multi Family
Property subtype
Other
Zoning
GRB
Rooms
Basement
Parking features
Off Street, Driveway
Exterior features
Full Fence, Garden Space, Natural Shade, Shed, Storage
Fencing
Fenced
Appliances
Tank Water Heater
Standard status
Active
Size
1,800 SF
Lot size
0.07 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Year
2025
Tax Annual Amount
10018

Utilities

Utilities
Cable Available
Heating system
Forced Air, Natural Gas
Water source
Public

Building Details

Year built
1750
Floors in Building
2
Number of units
2
Flooring type
Tile, Hardwood
Building materials
Fiberglss Blwn Insulation, Fiber Cement Exterior
Roof type
Shingle
Architectural style
Colonial
Additional Structures
Storage
Listing agency Duston Leddy Real Estate
Listed by Kirstin Stallkamp
Added: Jul 21 Updated: Jul 22 at 10:57AM Checked: Jul 22 at 3:06PM
MLS# 5100943

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This legal two-unit Colonial-style property offers flexible layout options, including configurations as a single-family home, a side-by-side duplex, or its current setup with an owner’s residence and a 2-room studio apartment. The attached studio features its own private entrance, an efficient layout, and a bathroom described as spa-inspired with a private sauna. Outside, there is a spacious private back patio for the main residence and a private patio for the apartment. An oversized detached storage shed is also included.

Originally built circa 1750, the property underwent extensive exterior renovations in 2025, including a new roof, four skylights, new windows, cedar siding on the front facade, Hardie(R) cement board siding on the sides and rear, and blown-in insulation. The home has natural gas heat with a new furnace being installed prior to closing, along with public water and sewer service and two 100-amp panels.

Located in Portsmouth’s South End, the property is described as being just steps from Prescott Park, Strawberry Banke, the Piscataqua River waterfront, and nearby restaurants, boutiques, and entertainment. Zoning is listed as GRB.

Key Highlights

  • Legal two‑unit property in Portsmouth’s South End with flexibility to be used as single‑family, side‑by‑side duplex, or a home with a 2‑room studio apartment
  • Originally built circa 1750 with Colonial architectural style
  • Extensive exterior renovations completed in 2025: new roof, four skylights, new windows, cedar siding (front) plus Hardie(R) cement board siding (sides/rear), and blown‑in insulation

Property Analytics

Property Profile Location Intelligence

Current Use by Public Records

Duplexes

Suggested Use

(Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Locksmith Pharmacy Home Appliance Store (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Pet Grooming Service (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Catering Service Auto Parts Store Grocery & Convenience Store

Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

FAQs

What type of property is this?
Duplex - Legal two-unit home with a private-entry studio apartment and recent exterior renovations, plus patios and detached storage.
Where is this duplex located?
The property is located at 491 Marcy Street 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 in Portsmouth’s South End with flexibility to be used as single‑family, side‑by‑side duplex, or a home with a 2‑room studio apartment; Originally built circa 1750 with Colonial architectural style; Extensive exterior renovations completed in 2025: new roof, four skylights, new windows, cedar siding (front) plus Hardie(R) cement board siding (sides/rear), and blown‑in insulation
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