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Mendi Michael

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Listed by Rosalie P Andrews • Engel & Volkers Portsmouth • Cell: 603-566-9904

$ 1,850,000

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850 Washington RD Rye, NH 03870

3 Beds

2 Baths

2,420 SqFt

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Key Details

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Single Family

Listing Status Active

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 2,420 sqft

Price per Sqft $764

MLS Listing ID 5082426

Style Antique,Colonial,Farmhouse

Bedrooms 3

Full Baths 2

Construction Status Existing

Year Built 1739

Annual Tax Amount $6,443

Tax Year 2025

Lot Size 1.560 Acres

Acres 1.56

Property Sub-Type Single Family

Property Description

A rare opportunity to own one of Rye's most distinctive private properties, set on 1.56 acres just minutes from the Seacoast's beaches, Portsmouth, & Newburyport. This beautifully restored circa-1739 property blends historic New England character with the comfort, infrastructure, & lifestyle today's luxury buyers are seeking. Extensively improved & thoughtfully modernized, it represents a substantial investment in preservation & long-term livability—offering the charm of a true New England home without many concerns typically associated with historic properties. Recent enhancements include new roofs on both the main residence & barn, new windows, updated plumbing & electrical systems, a new septic system, new driveway & patio spaces, fresh interior & exterior paint, a renovated kitchen & baths, new water filtration, improved heating & cooling, plus the addition of a mudroom & private office. Inside, the home offers warmth & refined comfort, with exposed beams, curated finishes, & sun-filled living spaces designed for both relaxed daily living & memorable entertaining. Each room reflects a careful balance between historic authenticity & modern ease. The property is ideally located near top educational options, including Rye Elementary, Heronfield Academy, & Phillips Exeter Academy. An extraordinary post-&-beam barn serves as the estate's centerpiece, offering flexible space for a golf simulator, studio, workshop, entertaining, or future guest use. Perfectly suited for a summer retreat or year-round living, 850 Washington Road delivers privacy, character, & lifestyle in one of New Hampshire's most desirable coastal communities.

Location

State NH

County Nh-rockingham

Area Nh-Rockingham

Zoning Single Residential

Rooms

Basement Entrance Interior

Basement Bulkhead, Concrete Floor, Full, Interior Stairs, Unfinished, Interior Access, Exterior Access, Basement Stairs

Interior

Heating Oil, Boiler

Cooling Mini Split

Flooring Carpet, Hardwood, Tile

Exterior

Parking Features No

Utilities Available Cable Available

Roof Type Shingle

Building

Lot Description Country Setting, In Town

Story 3

Sewer Private

Water Private, Public Water at Street, Reverse Osmosis

Architectural Style Antique, Colonial, Farmhouse

Construction Status Existing

Schools

Elementary Schools Rye Elementary School

Middle Schools Rye Junior High School

High Schools Portsmouth High School

School District Rye

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