Welcome to 12 Taft Road, a 4-bedroom home set on a private 0.42-acre lot in Portsmouth’s desirable Elwyn Park neighborhood. Step inside to a bright living room that flows into the dining area and kitchen, featuring custom cherry cabinetry, Corian countertops and maple flooring. Sliding glass doors open to an oversized 12-by-18-foot deck overlooking the landscaped backyard and neighboring conservation land. Three bedrooms and a full bathroom complete this level. The finished walkout lower level offers a spacious primary suite with a gas fireplace, walk-in closet, conveniently located laundry and an attached bathroom. A large family room provides additional space to relax or entertain, while the attached two-car garage features radiant heat. Outside, enjoy a peaceful backyard setting with a beautifully maintained lawn, irrigation system and a Reeds Ferry shed offering convenient storage for lawn equipment, tools and recreational gear. The oversized deck provides the perfect place for outdoor dining, entertaining or simply enjoying the privacy of the surrounding landscape. Central air conditioning, Andersen windows, a Rinnai on-demand hot water heater, a two-year-old Weil-McLain heating system, an architectural-shingle roof and an updated electrical panel round out the home. Located in the heart of Elwyn Park, 12 Taft Road is within walking distance of Dondero Elementary School and the expansive 182-acre Urban Forestry Center, while downtown Portsmouth, area beaches, restaurants, shopping and major highways are all just minutes away. A wonderful opportunity to call one of Portsmouth’s most established neighborhoods home.
Elwyn Park, located between Elwyn Road and the Sagamore Creek shoreline, is a residential and coastal Portsmouth neighborhood with salt-marsh views and winding, tree-lined streets. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Elwyn Road bend by the creek, where kayaks, dog walkers, and porch lights set a quiet, lived-in rhythm. Housing leans toward mid-century ranches and capes alongside older cottages, with deep yards and a tucked-away feel. The shoreline edges and small inlets shape daily routes, from sunrise walks to paddle launches. For culture and a night out, The Music Hall, Strawbery Banke Museum, and Prescott Park Arts Festival anchor nearby Portsmouth traditions. Downtown’s independent restaurants and galleries sit a short drive away, while the neighborhood itself stays calm and green.
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Offer insights
12 Taft Rd · $879,000
$919K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $919K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
2 days
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SALE-TO-LIST
101.3%
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Finished basement
7 total rooms
Bedrooms
Bedroom with bath on the first level
Additional bedrooms on the second level (three bedrooms)
Another bedroom on the second level
Bathrooms
1 full bathroom
1 three-quarter bathroom
Kitchen
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Microwave
Refrigerator
Electric stove
Laundry & utility
Washer
Dryer
Heating & cooling
Propane heat
Central air conditioning
Exterior features
Landscaped yard
Paved driveway
Home design
Raised ranch design
Tan exterior
Existing construction
Parking
2-car garage
Construction
Wood frame construction
Shingle (architectural) roof
Built in 1978
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
200 amp electrical service with circuit breakers
Cable internet available
Electricity and solar
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This pristine 4 bedroom, 2 bath split entry home within Elwyn Park is close to Downtown Portsmouth with its many eclectic restaurants, quaint shops and the gorgeous NH coastline. As you walk up the custom brick paver walkway and enter the first level through the covered portico you are greeted by an updated kitchen with custom cherry cabinets, Corian countertops, refinished maple floors and sliding glass doors to a oversized 12x18 deck overlooking the private mature landscaped backyard and abutting conservation land. The first level boasts a bright and airy light-filled living room, 3 bedrooms, all with refinished maple flooring, and a full updated bathroom with ceramic tile. The finished daylight walkout lower level offers a beautiful master suite with gas fireplace, custom tile shower and laundry conveniently located in the master closet. Large family room in the daylight lower level. 2 car garage with radiant heat. New architectural roof, windows and electrical panel. Chimney has been repointed, sealed and reflashed. Irrigation! Shed! This home, which sits on almost a half acre lot (. 42 +/- acre), is awesome!
PrimeMLS #531566
Sep 9, 1998
Sold
$171,000
$75/sq ft
May 22, 1998
Listed
$179,900
$79/sq ft
IMMACULATE HOME WITH CENTRAL AIR, 3-4 BEDROOMS, FIREPLACE, FAMILY RM, EAT-IN KITCHEN, GLASS FRENCH DOORS TO LIVING RM. , SEPARATE LAUNDRY AREA, TWO DECKS IN THE BACK OF HOME. ADJACENT TO THE
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,991 (+3.2%)
$302,700 + $391,600
$694,300
2024
$7,744 (+4.8%)
$302,700 + $390,000
$692,700
2023
$7,388 (+6.3%)
$185,100 + $272,900
$458,000
2022
$6,952 (+1.1%)
$185,100 + $272,300
$457,400
2021
$6,875 (+2.2%)
$185,100 + $272,300
$457,400
2020
$6,724 (+1.0%)
$185,100 + $272,300
$457,400
2019
$6,657 (+7.8%)
$185,100 + $262,900
$448,000
2018
$6,176 (−0.9%)
$168,200 + $221,700
$389,900
2017
$6,232 (+4.2%)
$183,500 + $221,700
$405,200
2016
$5,981 (+1.5%)
$161,600 + $189,400
$351,000
2015
$5,893
$161,600 + $189,400
$351,000
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
0.42 Acres
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,144
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,144
Year built
1978
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Rockingham County
APN
154318
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on May 14, 2026.
Climate risks
3/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 11-17% chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 94° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
68% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Portsmouth, NH • 03801
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Sun exposure
73/ 100
Good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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4.6 hrs
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Redfin Estimate for 12 Taft Rd
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Nearby homes have recently sold between $685,000 and $1,000,000.
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