139 Thornton St, Portsmouth, NH 03801

$700,000
4
BD
2
BA
1,896
SqFt

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Listing courtesy of Becky Vardell from The Aland Realty Group. ()

Listing sold by from Lexi Leddy Real Estate LLC

Sold Price
$700,000
List Price
$699,900
Status
CLOSED
MLS#
5087045
Closing Date
Aug 14, 2026
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,896
Lot Size
3,485
Acres
0.08
Year Built
1890

Property Description

Rich in character and timeless appeal, this stately New Englander located in the heart of Portsmouth’s desirable Creek neighborhood, offers classic charm and the perfect canvas for your vision. With a little TLC and thoughtful updates, this property can truly shine. Ideal for investors, renovators, or buyers looking to customize their dream home. The inviting wrap-around porch provides the perfect setting for morning coffee or unwinding at sunset. Inside, original details and solid craftsmanship have been preserved, showcasing the home’s exceptional bones. Highlights include a classic entryway with original newel post, high ceilings, a charming Kitchen with Butler’s Pantry, and a generously sized Dining Room with built-in hutch. A convenient three-quarter Bath completes the first floor. On the second level, you’ll find three Bedrooms and full bath. A versatile pass through room, ideal for a home office or writing nook, leads to a finished walk-up third floor with skylights, offering additional flexible living space. The full basement with walk-out provides ample storage, while the attached utility shed offers opportunity for potential garage with expansion above. Perfectly situated between Downtown and the West End, and just minutes from New Franklin Elementary and Pine Street Playground, this location offers both convenience and community. An excellent opportunity to restore and personalize a classic home in one of Portsmouth’s most vibrant neighborhoods.

Additional Information

Taxes
$8,601
Listing Agent
Becky Vardell
Listing Office
The Aland Realty Group
Style
New Englander
School District
Portsmouth
Elementary School
New Franklin School
Middle School
Portsmouth Middle School
High School
Portsmouth
Exterior Features
Garden, Covered Porch
Interior Features
Natural Light, Skylight(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Attic
Electric
Service - 0 to 100 Amps, Circuit Breakers, Knob and Tube
Utilities
Gas On-Site
Basement
Full, Unfinished, Walkout, Interior Entry
Foundation
Fieldstone
Sewer
Public Sewer
Roof
Asphalt
Zoning
GRA
Water
Public

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