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$2,043,511$916 / 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 89How 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

38 S SCHOOL ST

PORTSMOUTH, NH 03801
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,232 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.
0.13 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1807
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$2M
$1.8M low$2.3M high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$14,506 (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.$1,260,300 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$712,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$547,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,983,220

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.5 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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.0.2 percent flood zone

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.Colonial
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.1993
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.13
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
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
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.

E
Little Harbour Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.3 mi
M
Portsmouth Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.5 mi
H
Portsmouth High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 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

38 S School 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
  • Costs more per square foot than 98% of homes in Rockingham County
  • Bigger than 78% of homes in Portsmouth 03801
  • Has a smaller lot than 90% of homes in Rockingham County
  • Among the oldest 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
$277K$2.7M

This home is worth more than 94% 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$2,043,511
CheaperTypical $801,325Pricier

Pricier than 94% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$916
CheaperTypical $553Pricier

Pricier than 91% of homes nearby

Living area2,232 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,518 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 78% of homes nearby

Lot size0.13 ac
SmallerTypical 0.22 acBigger

Bigger than 24% of homes nearby

Year built1807
OlderTypical 1962Newer

Newer than 2% of homes nearby

How 38 S School St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSouth EndPortsmouth 03801Rockingham County
Estimated valuepricier than$2,043,51179% of homes94% of homesalmost all homes
Price per ft²pricier than$91659% of homes91% of homes98% of homes
Living areabigger than2,232 ft²71% of homes78% of homes68% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.13 ac78% of homes24% of homes10% of homes
Year builtnewer than180723% of homes2% of homesalmost no homes

About 38 S School St

How much is 38 S School St, Portsmouth, NH worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 38 S School St, Portsmouth, NH is $2,043,511 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $1,819,353 to $2,267,669. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 38 S School St, Portsmouth, NH last sell?

38 S School St, Portsmouth, NH last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 38 S School St, Portsmouth, NH?

38 S School St, Portsmouth, NH has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,232 square feet of living space and a 0.13-acre lot.

When was 38 S School St, Portsmouth, NH built?

38 S School St, Portsmouth, NH was built in 1807, making it 219 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 38 S School St, Portsmouth, NH?

38 S School St, Portsmouth, NH is assigned to Little Harbour Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Portsmouth Middle School (middle), rated B; 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 38 S School St, Portsmouth, NH compare to other homes in Portsmouth 03801?

Among the 8,130 homes in Portsmouth 03801, it is worth more than 94% of them ($2,043,511 against a typical $801,325), its price per square foot is higher than 91% of them ($916 against a typical $553), it is bigger than 78% of them (2,232 ft² against a typical 1,518 ft²), its lot is bigger than 24% of them (0.13 ac against a typical 0.22 ac) and it is newer than 2% of them (1807 against a typical 1962). 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 38 S School St, Portsmouth, NH?

The 2025 property tax bill for 38 S School St, Portsmouth, NH was $14,506. The county assessed it at $1,260,300.

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