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$3,182,620$1,111 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 93How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $120,000 on Jan 14, 1998

171 WASHINGTON ST

PORTSMOUTH, NH 03801
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
2,865 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
3,920 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1850
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
10
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$3.2M
$3M low$3.4M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$120,000 · Jan 14, 1998

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$12,890 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$1,119,900 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$549,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$570,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$2,225,565

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Historical
CountyROCKINGHAM
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.09
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Wood Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(1)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

M
Portsmouth Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.3 mi
E
Little Harbour Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.6 mi
H
Portsmouth High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.2 mi

District: Portsmouth School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 03801These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.138
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.104
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.98

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.41%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.0%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.24,014
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.808 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$107,161
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$136,932
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.54%

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How this home compares

171 Washington St measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Rockingham County
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Rockingham County
  • Bigger than 91% of homes in South End
  • Has a smaller lot than 94% of homes in Rockingham County
  • Older than 97% of homes in Rockingham County

What homes are worth in Portsmouth 03801

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$299K$2.8M

This home is worth more than almost all homes in Portsmouth 03801.

How it measures up in Portsmouth 03801

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Portsmouth 03801.

Estimated value$3,182,620
CheaperTypical $838,484Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$1111
CheaperTypical $581Pricier

Pricier than 96% of homes nearby

Living area2,865 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,521 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 91% of homes nearby

Lot size3,920 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.22 acBigger

Bigger than 12% of homes nearby

Year built1850
OlderTypical 1964Newer

Newer than 7% of homes nearby

How 171 Washington St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSouth EndPortsmouth 03801Rockingham County
Estimated valuepricier than$3,182,62096% of homesalmost all homesalmost all homes
Price per ft²pricier than$111180% of homes96% of homesalmost all homes
Living areabigger than2,865 ft²91% of homes91% of homes84% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,920 ft²46% of homes12% of homes6% of homes
Year builtnewer than185042% of homes7% of homes3% of homes

About 171 Washington St

How much is 171 Washington St, Portsmouth, NH worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 171 Washington St, Portsmouth, NH is $3,182,620 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $2,960,048 to $3,405,192. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 171 Washington St, Portsmouth, NH last sell?

171 Washington St, Portsmouth, NH last sold on Jan 14, 1998 for $120,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 171 Washington St, Portsmouth, NH?

171 Washington St, Portsmouth, NH has 2 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 2,865 square feet of living space and a 0.09-acre lot.

When was 171 Washington St, Portsmouth, NH built?

171 Washington St, Portsmouth, NH was built in 1850, making it 176 years old. It is a historical home. The building has 3 stories.

What schools serve 171 Washington St, Portsmouth, NH?

171 Washington St, Portsmouth, NH is assigned to Portsmouth Middle School (middle), rated A; Little Harbour Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Portsmouth High School (high), rated A. All sit in Portsmouth School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 171 Washington St, Portsmouth, NH compare to other homes in Portsmouth 03801?

Among the 8,130 homes in Portsmouth 03801, it is worth more than almost all of them ($3,182,620 against a typical $838,484), its price per square foot is higher than 96% of them ($1111 against a typical $581), it is bigger than 91% of them (2,865 ft² against a typical 1,521 ft²), its lot is bigger than 12% of them (3,920 ft² against a typical 0.22 ac) and it is newer than 7% of them (1850 against a typical 1964). Measured against all of Rockingham County, it is worth more than almost all homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 171 Washington St, Portsmouth, NH?

The 2025 property tax bill for 171 Washington St, Portsmouth, NH was $12,890. The county assessed it at $1,119,900.

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