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Federal-Style Quadplex Residence
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$3,600,000

53 Austin Street, Portsmouth, NH 03801

MULTI_FAMILY - Federal - Portsmouth, NH

Property Size7,648 SF
Lot Size0.40 Acres
Price / SF$470.71
Days on Market52

Property Features for 53 Austin Street

General Information

Property type Residential Multi Family
Property subtype Other
Zoning GRC
Bedrooms 10
Bathrooms 7
Full bathrooms 7
Rooms Bedroom 6, Bedroom 9, Bathroom 4, Bedroom 5, Bedroom 1, Bedroom 10, Bedroom 8, Bedroom 2, Bathroom 5, Basement, Bathroom 6, Bedroom 4, Bathroom 7, Bedroom 7, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 3, Bedroom 3, Bathroom 2
Parking features Garage, Open, Driveway
Exterior features Building, Partial Fence, Storage
Fencing Partial
Appliances Water Heater off Boiler
Lot features City Lot, Landscaped, Level
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 From Middle Street traveling to downtown Portsmouth, turn left onto Austin Street at the Austin Street / Richards Avenue intersection. The Property will be on your right.
Standard status Active
Size 7,648 SF
Lot size 0.40 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Year 2025
Tax Annual Amount 41235

Utilities

Heating system Natural Gas, Baseboard
Water source Public

Building Details

Year built 1801
Floors in Building 3
Number of units 4
Flooring type Hardwood
Building materials Wood Frame, Clapboard Exterior, Wood Exterior, Wood Siding
Roof type Shingle
Architectural style Federal
Additional Structures Storage
Listing Agency: Tate & Foss Sotheby's International Rlty · Sotheby's International Realty
Listed By: Tony Jalbert
Added: Jun 17 Changed: Aug 2 Last Checked: Aug 7 at 10:06AM
MLS# 5095216

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

A Federal-style historic residence built in 1801, presented as a quadplex offering through an on-site carriage house and stable conversion. The original carriage house and stable have been transformed into three residences, consisting of two one-bedroom apartments and one two-bedroom apartment. The main house features hardwood flooring and prominent historic detailing, while also including modern updates for everyday living. The home is described with a granite kitchen and six bedrooms, along with six renovated bathrooms.

Set on a 0.4-acre lot, the property totals 7,648 square feet. It’s located along tree-lined Austin Street, just steps from downtown Portsmouth. Exterior details include clapboard exterior with wood siding and a shingle roof. Utilities include public water, and heating is natural gas with baseboard.

On-site parking is provided with a driveway and garage, with additional open parking. The property also includes partial fencing and storage.

Key Highlights

  • Built in 1801 with Federal architectural style
  • 0.4‑acre lot with 7,648 square feet
  • Three converted residences: two one‑bedroom apartments and one two‑bedroom apartment

Property Analytics

Current Use

Quadplexes

Suggested Use

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

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

Multi-tenant
Tenancy

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

2,785
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?
Quadplex - Federal-style quadplex with three converted residences, including two one-bedroom apartments and one two-bedroom apartment.
Where is this quadplex located?
The property is located at 53 Austin Street Portsmouth, NH.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $3,600,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Built in 1801 with Federal architectural style; 0.4‑acre lot with 7,648 square feet; Three converted residences: two one‑bedroom apartments and one two‑bedroom apartment
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