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Property Description
Welcome to this beautifully updated condo in Portsmouth's sought-after West End, offering the perfect blend of neighborhood charm and downtown convenience. Just a 10-minute walk to Market Square, Prescott Park, and some of the Seacoast's best dining and entertainment, this move-in-ready home has been thoughtfully updated throughout. The renovated kitchen features new flooring, cabinets, quartz countertops, sink, and dishwasher-creating a clean, modern space ideal for everyday living and entertaining. The bathroom has also been tastefully updated with new flooring, a stylish vanity, and contemporary fixtures. Additional improvements include three newly installed mini-split systems for efficient heating and cooling, along with a brand-new back staircase and private deck completed in Fall 2025-perfect for enjoying outdoor living. The property offers the rare advantage of a dedicated parking space, plus two shared guest spots and ample off-street parking. A fantastic opportunity to enjoy low-maintenance living in one of Portsmouth's most desirable neighborhoods.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 197 Madison St #5
General
- Price: $465,000
- Taxes: $4,308 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Condo
- Source: PrimeMLS
- MLS ID: 5079754
- Updated: Today (3/18/2026)
- Added to Site: Today
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 5
- Interior Features: Dining Area, Kitchen/Dining, Security Door(s), Skylight
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Natural Gas Water Heater
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile, Vinyl
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Bathroom 1: Bathroom Full, Level 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
- Primary Bedroom: 16.2 x 16, Level 1
- Bedroom 1: 7.6 x 13.3, Level 1
Other Rooms
- Living Room: 14.7 x 15.3, Level 1
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Deck
- Color: Yellow
Parking
- Parking: Assigned, On Street, Parking Spaces 1
Location
- County: Rockingham
- Driving Directions: State St or Middle St to Madison St.
School Information
- School District: Portsmouth
- Elementary School: Little Harbor School
- Middle School: Portsmouth Middle School
- High School: Portsmouth High School
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central AC, Mini Split
- Heating Type: Natural Gas, Baseboard, Hot Water
Utilities
- Sewer: Public
Structural Information
- Construction Status: Existing
- Basement Entrance: Interior
- Basement Desc.: Full, Storage Space, Unfinished
- Roof: Asphalt Shingles
- Stories/Levels: 1
- Square Feet: 850
- Finished Total: 850 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 850 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1840
Unit Information
- Units in Building: 5
Lot Features
- Frontage: TBD
- Driveway/Sidewalk: None
- Zoning: GRC
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $547.06
- Other Fee: Fee 1: $225
- Other Fee Type: Fee 1 Includes: Plowing, Sewer, Water
- Other Fee Freq.: Fee 1 Frequency: Monthly
- Assessment Year: 2024
- Assessment Amount: $385,300
- Tax Amount: $4,308
- Tax Year: 2024
Disclosures and Reports
- Block: 50
- Lot Number: 5
Listed by REAL Broker NH, LLC, Joshua Frappier
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Schools
Schools serving 197 Madison St #5
School District:Portsmouth School District, Portsmouth, NH
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Little Harbour School 50 Clough Drive, Portsmouth, NH 03801 | K-5 | 0.8 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 197 Madison St #5
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
3/18/2026
Listed
$465,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 197 Madison St #5
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$4,308
-6%
$385,300
36%
2023
$4,579
8%
$283,900
1%
2022
$4,253
1%
$279,800
—
2021
$4,205
2%
$279,800
—
2020
$4,113
-9%
$279,800
-8%
2019
$4,543
1%
$305,700
7%
2018
$4,508
23%
$284,600
19%
2017
$3,671
—
$238,700
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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197 Madison Street #5, Portsmouth, NH 03801 (MLS# 5079754) is a Condo property with 2 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 197 Madison Street #5 is currently listed for $465,000 and was received on March 18, 2026. Want to learn more about 197 Madison Street #5? Do you have questions about finding other Condo real estate for sale in Portsmouth? You can browse all Portsmouth real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

