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$2,098,155$1,139 / 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 87How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026

189 GATES ST

PORTSMOUTH, NH 03801
2
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,842 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.
0.12 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1864
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$2.1M
$1.8M low$2.4M high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$17,076 (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.$1,483,600 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$663,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$820,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,299,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,788,660

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.25 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

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.Conventional
CountyROCKINGHAM
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1998
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.12
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck

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

M
Portsmouth Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.4 mi
E
Little Harbour Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.6 mi
H
Portsmouth High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.3 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

189 Gates 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 65% of homes in Portsmouth 03801
  • Has a smaller lot than 91% 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
$274K$2.7M

This home is worth more than 95% of 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$2,098,155
CheaperTypical $802,668Pricier

Pricier than 95% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$1139
CheaperTypical $551Pricier

Pricier than 97% of homes nearby

Living area1,842 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,518 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 65% of homes nearby

Lot size0.12 ac
SmallerTypical 0.22 acBigger

Bigger than 19% of homes nearby

Year built1864
OlderTypical 1963Newer

Newer than 9% of homes nearby

How 189 Gates St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSouth EndPortsmouth 03801Rockingham County
Estimated valuepricier than$2,098,15581% of homes95% of homesalmost all homes
Price per ft²pricier than$113990% of homes97% of homesalmost all homes
Living areabigger than1,842 ft²55% of homes65% of homes53% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.12 ac69% of homes19% of homes9% of homes
Year builtnewer than186445% of homes9% of homes3% of homes

About 189 Gates St

How much is 189 Gates St, Portsmouth, NH worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 189 Gates St, Portsmouth, NH is $2,098,155 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $1,828,978 to $2,367,332. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 189 Gates St, Portsmouth, NH last sell?

189 Gates St, Portsmouth, NH last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 189 Gates St, Portsmouth, NH?

189 Gates St, Portsmouth, NH has 2 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,842 square feet of living space and a 0.12-acre lot.

When was 189 Gates St, Portsmouth, NH built?

189 Gates St, Portsmouth, NH was built in 1864, making it 162 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 189 Gates St, Portsmouth, NH?

189 Gates St, Portsmouth, NH is assigned to Portsmouth Middle School (middle), rated B; 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 189 Gates St, Portsmouth, NH compare to other homes in Portsmouth 03801?

Among the 8,130 homes in Portsmouth 03801, it is worth more than 95% of them ($2,098,155 against a typical $802,668), its price per square foot is higher than 97% of them ($1139 against a typical $551), it is bigger than 65% of them (1,842 ft² against a typical 1,518 ft²), its lot is bigger than 19% of them (0.12 ac against a typical 0.22 ac) and it is newer than 9% of them (1864 against a typical 1963). 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 189 Gates St, Portsmouth, NH?

The 2025 property tax bill for 189 Gates St, Portsmouth, NH was $17,076. The county assessed it at $1,483,600.

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