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Two-Unit Colonial Duplex
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$1,325,000

491 Marcy Street, Portsmouth, NH 03801

Multi-Family, Portsmouth, NH

Property Size1,800 SF
Lot Size0.07 Acres
Price / SF$736.11
Days on Market47

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
Lot features Corner, Landscaped, Sidewalks, In Town, Near Country Club, Near Golf Course, Near Paths, Near Shopping, Near Public Transport, Near School(s)
Elementary school Little Harbor School
Middle school Portsmouth Middle School
High school Portsmouth High School
Elementary school district Portsmouth
Middle school district Portsmouth
High school district Portsmouth
Directions GPS Friendly Location.
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

Amenities

private patio
private sauna
shed

Building Details

Year built 1750
Floors in Building 2
Number of units 2
Flooring type Hardwood, Tile
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 Changed: Aug 20 Last Checked: Sep 5 at 5:06PM
MLS# 5100943

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This legal two-unit Colonial property offers approximately 1,800 square feet on 0.07 acres, with a primary residence and attached two-room studio apartment. The studio has a separate entrance, private patio, and bathroom with a sauna. The layout can also be configured as a single-family residence or side-by-side duplex. Hardwood and tile flooring, a fenced yard, garden space, and an oversized detached shed provide additional utility.

Originally built in 1750, the property received extensive exterior work in 2025, including a new roof, four skylights, new windows, cedar siding at the front, fiber cement siding at the sides and rear, and blown-in insulation. Heating is provided by natural gas forced air, with a new furnace scheduled for installation before closing. The property has public water and sewer, two 100-amp electrical panels, and one off-street parking space.

The 491 Marcy Street address is near Prescott Park, Strawbery Banke, the Piscataqua River waterfront, and Portsmouth restaurants, boutiques, and entertainment.

Key Highlights

  • Legal two‑unit property with an attached two‑room studio apartment
  • Approximately 1,800 square feet on 0.07 acres
  • Extensive exterior renovations completed in 2025

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 - Private-entry studio, two patios, and an oversized detached shed add flexibility for owners and occupants.
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 with an attached two‑room studio apartment; Approximately 1,800 square feet on 0.07 acres; Extensive exterior renovations completed in 2025
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